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Power of Communities update: How To Stay Connected
Following our recent update on the transition of the Power of Communities programme to VCSE leadership across West Yorkshire, further information has now been shared about what this means in practice. From April 2026, the [...]
VCSE Inclusive Golf Event
An event is taking place in Leeds to launch a new Inclusive Golf initiative focused on improving health, wellbeing and access to sport. Inclusive Golf is designed to support people to become more active, reduce [...]
Leeds Mindful Employer Network conference 2026
A free, full day conference is taking place in Leeds focused on workplace wellbeing in the context of ongoing change and pressure. The Leeds Mindful Employer Network conference will bring together employers, leaders and practitioners [...]
Shape Tomorrow Together
Connect, Co-Design and Pitch for Funding The Leeds Institute for Societal Futures is running a series of in-person workshops bringing together VCSE organisations, communities, academics and partners to develop new projects and pitch for seed [...]
ABCD Pathfinder grants open for community-led projects in Leeds
Leeds City Council has launched a new round of ABCD Pathfinder grants, offering funding for organisations to lead community-led change in Leeds. Two new Pathfinder sites will be funded in: • Chapeltown• Hyde Park• Little [...]
Generations come together through sport in Leeds
A unique intergenerational sports tournament brought people of all ages together in Leeds this week, challenging stereotypes and showing the power of community connection. Organised by the Age Friendly Team at Leeds Older People’s Forum, [...]
Take part in research on ageing and memory
People across Leeds are being invited to take part in research exploring how memory, thinking and wellbeing change as we age. This is an opportunity to get involved in research that helps shape the understanding [...]
West Yorkshire Compassionate Cultures Conference 2026
Date: Wednesday 17 June 2026Time: 8:45am – 4:30pmLocation: Centenary Pavilion, Leeds United Football Stadium, Elland Road, Leeds LS11 0ESBooking: Reserve your place via Eventbrite The Leeds Health and Care Academy is hosting the West Yorkshire [...]
WY Keep it Local Report and National Commissioning Guide
West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has published a new report alongside Locality, setting out its journey to becoming the first “Keep it Local” Integrated Care System Alongside this, a national Keep it Local Commissioning Guide [...]
Leeds Adopts New Stronger Strategy for Social Cohesion
Leeds City Council’s Executive Board has formally approved the Stronger Leeds Strategy 2026–2030, setting out the city’s approach to strengthening social cohesion over the next four years. The strategy has been developed through community engagement [...]
Help shape Healthwatch Leeds priorities for the year ahead
Healthwatch Leeds is inviting organisations, partners and communities across the city to help shape its priorities for the coming year. The organisation’s work is driven by the voices and experiences of people in Leeds. Recent [...]
Mental Health First Aid Refresher Training April 2026
Inspire North is delivering a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Refresher training course for those who have already completed the initial MHFA qualification and need to renew their certification. This half-day course is designed to [...]
Cancer Alliance Communities of Practice event to focus on physical activity
The West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance is hosting a Communities of Practice event bringing together partners across health and care to connect, share learning and explore approaches to cancer support. The upcoming session will [...]
Volunteers needed for Leeds-based health research study
Researchers at Leeds Beckett University are recruiting participants for a study exploring how probiotics may affect memory, concentration and overall health. The study is being led by the Carnegie School of Sport and focuses on [...]
Power of Communities to transition to VCSE leadership across West Yorkshire
A new leadership message from West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership highlights the next phase of the Power of Communities programme, with VCSE infrastructure organisations set to lead the work from April 2026. The update [...]