Our last Community Action Suffolk Covid-19 VCSE Impact Report for August 2020 highlighted a more encouraging picture for the sector in Suffolk including an increased optimism about future operations. In November 2020 we carried out a … Read Article about Covid-19 VCSE Impact Report November 2020
Archives for 2020
How to Help Reduce Transmission of Covid
Between Suffolk County Council, the Suffolk Collective & the Suffolk Resilience Forum, they have come up with a set of easy to read materials which can be shared between communities on how we can all play our part in reducing the transmission of … Read Article about How to Help Reduce Transmission of Covid
AWARD PRAISE FOR COMMUNITY ACTION SUFFOLK
COMMUNITY Action Suffolk and its popular CEO have been nationally acknowledged in an award event honouring the UK’s voluntary sector. The NAVCA Heart of the Community Awards were staged online by the National Association for Voluntary and … Read Article about AWARD PRAISE FOR COMMUNITY ACTION SUFFOLK
Chris on Community Build Back
It would be so obvious to use my final blog of 2020, to reflect on the many issues and obstacles the sector has had to overcome in the last 12 months – not least because of Covid. I could leave you reminded of the challenges, the consequences and … Read Article about Chris on Community Build Back
Census 2021 is coming!
The census is coming. By taking part, you can help inform decisions on services that shape your community, such as healthcare, education and transport. The census is a unique survey that happens every 10 years. It gives us a snapshot of all the … Read Article about Census 2021 is coming!
Build A LinkedIn Business Page In 5 Easy Steps
If you’re anything like me, LinkedIn can get a bit lost beneath the noise of Twitter and Facebook. Sure, it feels important – but it can’t be that important! Actually, it can be. LinkedIn performs almost 3 times better than Facebook or Twitter … Read Article about Build A LinkedIn Business Page In 5 Easy Steps
Celebrating Social Enterprises
To celebrate Social Enterprise Day, we're highlighting Ipswich Furniture project who have been ‘trading for a social purpose’ for over 30 years in Suffolk! Ipswich Furniture Project (IFP) is a furniture re-use charity providing affordable, … Read Article about Celebrating Social Enterprises
FIRST LIGHT TO SHINE A LIGHT ON LOWESTOFT YOUNG MUSICIANS
First Light is launching a new, exciting project for young musicians living in and around Lowestoft. 'Spin Back' is a series of free workshops and events aimed at shining a light on some of the incredible young talent in and around the … Read Article about FIRST LIGHT TO SHINE A LIGHT ON LOWESTOFT YOUNG MUSICIANS
Guest Post: Top 5 Things to Avoid Posting While Looking for a Job
Guest post by Beverley Gedge at Skybridge Recruitment, a new ProHelp Network member. It goes without saying that, if you are actively seeking a new job, it might be wise to think again about posting inappropriate images and statuses on your Social … Read Article about Guest Post: Top 5 Things to Avoid Posting While Looking for a Job
Guest Post: What to Ask at Interview
Guest post by Beverley Gedge at Skybridge Recruitment, a new ProHelp Network member. It’s the moment we all dread at the end of an interview: ‘do you have any questions?’ The interviewer will expect you to have somequeries they may … Read Article about Guest Post: What to Ask at Interview
CHIEF EXECUTIVE BLOG – CHRIS ON LOCKDOWN 2
In any normal year, I might have assumed I’d be using this November blog to talk to you about Christmas preparations, about our seasonal need for volunteers, and about the generous work which organisations across the county would be preparing to … Read Article about CHIEF EXECUTIVE BLOG – CHRIS ON LOCKDOWN 2
Better Broadband for Suffolk Update
Community Action Suffolk continues to regularly attend the Suffolk Broadband and Digital Connectivity Working Group hosted by Suffolk County Council. This meeting provides us an opportunity to feedback concerns we hear from your communities but … Read Article about Better Broadband for Suffolk Update
Birketts’ team use their CSR day to clean up the coast!
Over 20 colleagues from across Birketts joined together to support the UK’s leading marine charity, the Marine Conservation Society, in cleaning a 700 metre stretch of Felixstowe’s coastline on 28 October 2020. The event was organised by Andy Simpson … Read Article about Birketts’ team use their CSR day to clean up the coast!
Chief Executive Blog – Chris on MP Danny Kruger’s Report
This month, it seemed only right to dedicate this blog to the so-called ‘Levelling Up Report’, which has been compiled by MP and former charity leader, Danny Kruger. By way of background, it was Danny Kruger who was tasked by Prime Minister Boris … Read Article about Chief Executive Blog – Chris on MP Danny Kruger’s Report
The Economic Impact of Covid 19
By Frances Bedding - Head of Partnerships & External Relationships, CAS The impact of Covid on our economy has been visible in the news every day since the start of the pandemic. The closure of most retail and many other businesses … Read Article about The Economic Impact of Covid 19