What is the VCSE?

Session Information

The voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector is at the heart of supporting communities and improving health and care outcomes. For researchers, building effective partnerships with VCSE organisations can lead to more effective, community-informed research outcomes.

This interactive session will introduce the VCSE sector, exploring the organisations it includes and the important role they play locally and nationally. You will gain practical knowledge on how the sector is structured, governed and funded, as well as learn effective ways to connect with and collaborate with VCSE partners.

The session will also highlight key guidance, frameworks and resources to support successful partnership working. Throughout the session, participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own work, identify potential areas for collaboration, and consider how stronger VCSE partnerships can enhance future projects.

🌟 This session is ideal for anyone looking to develop meaningful partnerships with VCSE organisations and maximise the impact of their research, services or community-focused activities.🌟

Learning Objectives

• Understand what the VCSE sector is and types of organisation within it
• Increased knowledge about how you can connect with the VCSE sector
• Be aware of the current VCSE landscape locally and nationally, and how the sector is organised, governed and funded
• Awareness of some key guidance and publications on working in partnership with the VCSE sector
• Reflect on your current connections and interactions with the VCSE sector

Contact

For more information or if you have any queries email: nhrp@newcastle.ac.uk