Forum central update – July 2021
Its been another busy 3 months at Forum Central HQ. Our work across the health and care system in Leeds continues to link up the brilliant work happening with our Third Sector members to influence, and be [...]
Welcome to the new Chair of Volition, Ruth Kettle
We are delighted to announce that Ruth Kettle has been appointed as Chair of Volition’s Board of Trustees. Ruth is Chief Executive of Inspire North and brings a wealth of experience to the role. Ruth joined the [...]
Transferable Training Project
As part of the One Leeds Workforce, a new project is being set up that focuses on Third Sector organisations. The project aims to design and develop a suite of consistent, relevant and high-quality training – enabling [...]
Mentally Healthy Leeds Update
Mentally Healthy Leeds is a preventative mental health service that works with people at risk of experiencing poor mental health. They work in East and West Leeds with a focus on Burmantofts and Richmond Hills, Gipton and Harehills, [...]
The new different – Adapting to new ways of working
As part of Coproduction Week 2021, Forum Central and 100% Digital Leeds delivered an event to look at the way organisations in Leeds are adapting the way they deliver services as restrictions ease. If you missed [...]
Welcome: Lemon Balm
We are delighted to welcome Lemon Balm, a new Volition and Forum Central member. Lemon Balm reconnect people and nature with an aim to improving health and wellbeing through design, activity, community & nature. Holistic approach Every [...]
#TogetherLeeds bulletin: 13 July
Leeds' essential coronavirus bulletin. Keeping the Third Sector up to date with key, local messages that people need to know. Read the latest bulletin. This edition covers: Staying safe this summer Covid-19 vaccine and fertility Second vaccinations brought forward [...]
Farewell to Rachel
After 12 incredible years promoting the wellbeing of older people in Leeds, Rachel Cooper, CEO of our partner organisation Leeds Older People’s Forum (LOPF), is leaving on 20 July 2021. Rachel has been instrumental in delivering ground-breaking initiatives that will [...]
Ideas That Change Lives Fund Now Open
The Ideas that Change Lives fund is now open for applications. The programme offers business guidance and financial investment to help organisations and individuals develop socially enterprising ideas which support people in Leeds with care and support [...]
Training | Leeds Health and Care Academy
Leeds Health and Care Academy is looking for the next generation of inspirational leaders. Springboard is a fully funded programme for women in non-managerial roles. This is a great opportunity for women working in health and care [...]