New research carried out at Leeds Trinity University has highlighted the important role that creative, community-based groups can play in supporting men's mental health and wellbeing. The report, based on observations of two men's creative wellbeing groups [...]
Two of Leeds' specialist hospices are set to work more closely together as part of a new collaborative pilot aimed at improving community palliative and end of life care across the city. This autumn, St Gemma's Hospice [...]
Forum Central, Leeds Older People’s Forum and Voluntary Action Leeds have joined forces to deliver the new infrastructure and representation contract for Leeds funded by Leeds City Council and the Leeds NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB). We're calling this [...]
This report is an important reflection of the current landscape for racially minoritised individuals and organisations working within the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector across Yorkshire and the Humber. Read the full report: Impact Hub [...]
A new independent evaluation has highlighted the significant impact of the Leeds Community Vaccine Champions programme, demonstrating how trusted volunteers and community organisations helped improve vaccine confidence, challenge misinformation and strengthen relationships between health services and local [...]
Context We are seeking to fill the role of Third Sector Representative for the Home First Board, which provides high-level leadership, direction, oversight, and the delivery monitoring framework for the HomeFirst Phase 2 Programme. The Leeds HomeFirst [...]
VCSE organisations across West Yorkshire are being invited to take part in a university-led training programme designed to help organisations better measure, evidence and communicate their impact. Express your interest NOW. The initiative forms part of wider [...]
A documentary following Leeds punk band Ultimate Thunder has won the International Audience Award at Sheffield DocFest, one of the world's leading documentary festivals. The film, Ultimate Thunder, follows the band over three years as they navigate [...]
Armley Helping Hands is recruiting freelance activity instructors to support a new Sport England-funded wellbeing project for older adults in Armley and Wortley. The "Not So Rusty Project" is a 10-month initiative launching in October 2026, designed [...]
Leeds City Council is launching a new Cool Spaces pilot this summer to help residents stay safe and well during periods of hot weather. Running from 1 June to 30 September 2026, the initiative will make a [...]
