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SUMMARY:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions - North
DESCRIPTION:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions – North \nThese sessions are designed to be action-focused\, providing opportunities to share experiences\, explore solutions\, and build connections across theses districts.  In particular they focus on;  \n\nGaps in provision and current challenges\,\nOpportunities to address these gaps\,\nThe capacity of community groups and organisations to develop solutions.\nKey priorities for the future\,\nAny other issues arising.\n\nAs well as helping to inform wider strategic discussions and planning with partners such as the Empowering Communities Partnership and Health & Wellbeing Partnership.  \n If you are interested in attending any of the below please contact office@communityactionnorfolk.org.uk to confirm your space.  CAN look forward to welcoming you on the day and to the valuable discussions ahead.   \n 
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/2405/
LOCATION:North Norfolk District Council – The Committee Room
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with Feathers Futures: Investing in Volunteers (IiV)
DESCRIPTION:Join Voluntary Norfolk for an informal Lunch and Learn session with Jo and Lauren from Feathers Futures to hear about their experiences of gaining the accreditation\, their reasons for going through the process and the benefits and advantages of gaining the accreditation. \nFeathers Futures is a women’s charity established in 2018 to create a safe\, welcoming space where women can seek support early\, in a way that is accessible\, flexible and responsive to individual need. They offer a warm\, friendly space where women feel welcome from the moment they walk in. They support women to build a brighter\, more positive future. \nWe will also welcome Sandra from Investing in Volunteers at the start of the session to share a bit more about what the Investing in Volunteers accreditation is. \nInvesting in Volunteers (IiV) is the UK quality standard for good practice in volunteer management. \nIf you want to assess the quality of your volunteer management and involvement\, prove and improve the effectiveness of your work with volunteers\, and enhance your organisation’s reputation\, IiV provides the ideal framework. Find out more here: \nHome – Investing in Volunteers \nFind out: \n\nWhy did Feathers Futures decide to apply for the Investing In Volunteers accreditation?\n\n\nWhat was the process for applying/going through the assessment like?\n\n\nWhat are the advantages/benefits of having the Investors in Volunteers accreditation?\n\n\nWhat’s the legacy of doing the process for Feathers Futures?\nChanges implemented to the volunteering process and the impact of these?\nHow Feathers Futures ensured volunteers were involved in the process throughout?\n\nWith plenty of time for Q&A. \nIf you would like to join\, register for a free place! \nThis event will be online . If you require any adjustments to help you attend\, please get in touch with communities@ voluntarynorfolk.org.uk \n  \nBook here
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/lunch-and-learn-with-feathers-futures-investing-in-volunteers-iiv/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Great Yarmouth VCSE Group Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join voluntary and community organisations working in Great Yarmouth for a morning of learning\, collaboration and cross-sector dialogue. \n\n\n\n\nThe Great Yarmouth VCSE Group is open to all organisations within\, or working in partnership with\, the local Voluntary\, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector. \nThese meetings provide an opportunity to build cross-sector understanding and discuss the issues and opportunities facing the VCSE sector and the communities we support. We aim to provide a welcoming space for sharing insights and developing partnership responses aligned with the principles of place-based working. \n\nFind out more and book your free place on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/great-yarmouth-vcse-group-networking/
LOCATION:St. George’s Theatre\, St. George's Theatre\, King Street\, Great Yarmouth\, NR30 2PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
CREATED:20260420T110110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T110110Z
UID:2494-1783004400-1783011600@www.ecnorfolk.org.uk
SUMMARY:VCSE Leadership Network: Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by FUSE Network\, as part of the Empowering Communities Partnership\, this informal summer social offers space to strengthen relationships\, share insights\, and hear about the latest work happening to support the sector. \nThis session is intentionally less formal than our previous events\, giving you time to step back\, reconnect with peers\, and have meaningful conversations in a more relaxed setting. \nFind out more and book your free place on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/vcse-leadership-network-summer-social/
LOCATION:Carrow House\, 301 King Street\, Norwich\, NR1 2TG
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
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SUMMARY:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions - West
DESCRIPTION:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions –  West \nThese sessions are designed to be action-focused\, providing opportunities to share experiences\, explore solutions\, and build connections across theses districts.  In particular they focus on;  \n\nGaps in provision and current challenges\,\nOpportunities to address these gaps\,\nThe capacity of community groups and organisations to develop solutions.\nKey priorities for the future\,\nAny other issues arising.\n\nAs well as helping to inform wider strategic discussions and planning with partners such as the Empowering Communities Partnership and Health & Wellbeing Partnership.  \n If you are interested in attending any of the below please contact office@communityactionnorfolk.org.uk to confirm your space.  CAN look forward to welcoming you on the day and to the valuable discussions ahead.   \n 
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/can-2026-referrer-network-sessions-west/
LOCATION:The Beacon\, Losinga Road\, King's Lynn\, PE30 2DH
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
CREATED:20260529T105203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T105203Z
UID:2520-1784367000-1784388600@www.ecnorfolk.org.uk
SUMMARY:Norfolk Small Charities Showcase 2026
DESCRIPTION:Now in its 4th year\, the Norfolk Small Charities Showcase celebrates and promotes community organisations (with an annual income of under £250\,000) and provides an opportunity to raise awareness of your services\, attract new volunteers or investment in one of the county’s most iconic venues with high public footfall. \n\n\n\nHosted\, and funded\, by The Kearns Foundation the event has two parts. \nPart 1 – A public exhibition\, on the ground floor Atrium of the iconic Forum building in Norwich city centre where Norfolk serving small charities can raise awareness of the services they offer\, attract new volunteers or investment whilst also networking with other small local organisations to share ideas and learn from each other. \nStalls in the exhibition are free of charge to small Norfolk serving community organisations (subject to a refundable £20 deposit) Stalls are limited to 30 organisations and must be pre-booked. To request a space\, purchase a £20 stallholder ticket below. Your fee will be refunded if you attend and your stall is operational between 9.30am and 3.30pm. \nPart 2 – a series of short\, free to attend workshops providing information and advice to small community groups. \nAttendance at the skills workshops are open to anyone working or volunteering in any Norfolk serving community organisation\, irrespective of their annual income\, and are also free to attend\, but require pre-booking as they have a limited capacity. \nWorkshop 1 – Working in partnership with businesses – (10.30am to 11.30am in The View). This workshop will explore the opportunities for small to medium sized charities working with businesses in Norfolk. It will be based on finding mutual benefits for all parties through the use of corporate volunteering\, sponsorship\, shared facilities and fundraising. Examples of partnerships with Aviva\, Norfolk Skills Exchange and Norfolk Chambers of Commerce will be shared. \nWorkshop 2 – Safeguarding – beyond raising the concern (11.45am – 12.45pm in The View). Members of the Norfolk Safeguarding Adults Team will explore the processess\, and support available\, to organisations when handling the difficult challenge of raising a safeguarding concern. \nTickets for Small Charity stalls and Workshops are available below: \n\nNorfolk Small Charities Showcase 2026 Tickets\, Saturday\, July 18  •  9:30 AM – 3:30 PM | Eventbrite
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/norfolk-small-charities-showcase-2026/
LOCATION:Forum Norwich\, The Forum\, Millennium Plain\, Bethel St\, Norwich\, NR2 1BH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External (non-EC)
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SUMMARY:Voluntary Sector Forum Meeting (September)
DESCRIPTION:The Voluntary Sector Forum (Children\, Young People and Families) is a forum for voluntary community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector organisations that provide services to children\, young people and their families in Norfolk. The Forum provides a means for two-way engagement between our sector and statutory partners. It is also an effective mechanism for members to raise key issues that impact on our sector and those we represent. \nFind out more about The Voluntary Sector Forum (Children\, Young People and Families)
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/voluntary-sector-forum-meeting-september/
CATEGORIES:Forums and meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T143353Z
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SUMMARY:Charities United September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date – Charities United is back for 2026!Join us for our next quarterly Charities United on Tuesday September 22nd for a space to connect\, collaborate\, and celebrate the amazing work happening across Norfolk’s charity and CIC sector. \nCalling all local charities and CICs!Do you have a venue you’d love to showcase? Or a project\, initiative or story to share? We’re looking for hosts and speakers for our 2026 Charities United events. \nThis is your chance to: \n* Show off your space* Share what you’re up to* Simply connect with sector colleagues and partners \n If you’re interested in speaking\, hosting or sharing\, drop us a message – we’d love to hear from you! \n\nCharities United Sep 2026 – Norfolk Chambers of Commerce
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/charities-united-september-2026/
LOCATION:Fuel Studios\, Fuel Studios\, Pottergate\, Norwich\, NR2 1DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External (non-EC)
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
CREATED:20260319T094019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162100Z
UID:2422-1790157600-1790164800@www.ecnorfolk.org.uk
SUMMARY:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions - Breckland 
DESCRIPTION:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions – Breckland  \n(Community Action Norfolk\, Ambassador Way\, Dereham NR20 3TL) \nThese sessions are designed to be action-focused\, providing opportunities to share experiences\, explore solutions\, and build connections across theses districts.  In particular they focus on;  \n\nGaps in provision and current challenges\,\nOpportunities to address these gaps\,\nThe capacity of community groups and organisations to develop solutions.\nKey priorities for the future\,\nAny other issues arising.\n\nAs well as helping to inform wider strategic discussions and planning with partners such as the Empowering Communities Partnership and Health & Wellbeing Partnership.  \n If you are interested in attending any of the below please contact office@communityactionnorfolk.org.uk to confirm your space.  CAN look forward to welcoming you on the day and to the valuable discussions ahead.   \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/2422/
LOCATION:Community Action Norfolk\, Ambassador Way\, Greens Road\, Dereham\, Norfolk\, NR20 3TL
CATEGORIES:External (non-EC)
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261026T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261026T120000
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UID:2418-1793008800-1793016000@www.ecnorfolk.org.uk
SUMMARY:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions - West 
DESCRIPTION:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions – West \nThese sessions are designed to be action-focused\, providing opportunities to share experiences\, explore solutions\, and build connections across theses districts.  In particular they focus on;  \n\nGaps in provision and current challenges\,\nOpportunities to address these gaps\,\nThe capacity of community groups and organisations to develop solutions.\nKey priorities for the future\,\nAny other issues arising.\n\nAs well as helping to inform wider strategic discussions and planning with partners such as the Empowering Communities Partnership and Health & Wellbeing Partnership.  \n If you are interested in attending any of the below please contact office@communityactionnorfolk.org.uk to confirm your space.  CAN look forward to welcoming you on the day and to the valuable discussions ahead.   \n 
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/can-2026-referrer-network-sessions-west-2/
LOCATION:The Beacon\, Losinga Road\, King's Lynn\, PE30 2DH
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261102T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
CREATED:20260319T092540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T132132Z
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SUMMARY:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions - North
DESCRIPTION:CAN 2026 Referrer Network Sessions – North \nThese sessions are designed to be action-focused\, providing opportunities to share experiences\, explore solutions\, and build connections across theses districts.  In particular they focus on;  \n\nGaps in provision and current challenges\,\nOpportunities to address these gaps\,\nThe capacity of community groups and organisations to develop solutions.\nKey priorities for the future\,\nAny other issues arising.\n\nAs well as helping to inform wider strategic discussions and planning with partners such as the Empowering Communities Partnership and Health & Wellbeing Partnership.  \n If you are interested in attending any of the below please contact office@communityactionnorfolk.org.uk to confirm your space.  CAN look forward to welcoming you on the day and to the valuable discussions ahead.   \n 
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/can-2026-referrer-network-sessions-north/
LOCATION:North Norfolk District Council – The Committee Room
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
CREATED:20260609T115416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T123214Z
UID:2530-1795082400-1795104000@www.ecnorfolk.org.uk
SUMMARY:Social Enterprise Day Showcase 2026
DESCRIPTION:Showcase your social enterprise at Carrow House this Social Enterprise Day. Connect\, collaborate\, and celebrate together! \n\n\n\n\nFollowing a hugely successful 2025 event\, which welcomed over 250 visitors including local councils\, procurement and commissioning teams\, businesses\, funders\, supporters\, and VCSE organisations from across Norfolk\, we’re delighted to be back for 2026 bigger\, better\, and continuing to grow the spotlight on social enterprise. \nHosted by FUSE Network in partnership with Norwich Unity Hub\, the Social Enterprise Day Showcase 2026 is a celebration of the incredible social enterprises creating impact across Norfolk. \nThis event is your opportunity to showcase your work\, connect with new audiences\, and take part in a day dedicated to collaboration\, visibility\, and celebrating the power of social enterprise. \n\nFind out more and book your place on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/social-enterprise-day-showcase-2026/
LOCATION:Carrow House\, 301 King Street\, Norwich\, NR1 2TG
CATEGORIES:External (non-EC)
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T163857Z
UID:2338-1796119200-1796126400@www.ecnorfolk.org.uk
SUMMARY:Voluntary Sector Forum Meeting (December)
DESCRIPTION:The Voluntary Sector Forum (Children\, Young People and Families) is a forum for voluntary community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector organisations that provide services to children\, young people and their families in Norfolk. The Forum provides a means for two-way engagement between our sector and statutory partners. It is also an effective mechanism for members to raise key issues that impact on our sector and those we represent. \nFind out more about The Voluntary Sector Forum (Children\, Young People and Families)
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/voluntary-sector-forum-meeting-december/
CATEGORIES:Forums and meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T134853
CREATED:20260611T143725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T143725Z
UID:2540-1796119200-1796126400@www.ecnorfolk.org.uk
SUMMARY:Charities United December 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date – Charities United is back for 2026!Join us for our next quarterly Charities United on Tuesday December 1st for a space to connect\, collaborate\, and celebrate the amazing work happening across Norfolk’s charity and CIC sector. \nCalling all local charities and CICs!Do you have a venue you’d love to showcase? Or a project\, initiative or story to share? We’re looking for hosts and speakers for our 2026 Charities United events. \nThis is your chance to: * Show off your space * Share what you’re up to* Simply connect with sector colleagues and partners \nIf you’re interested in speaking\, hosting or sharing\, drop us a message – we’d love to hear from you! \n\nCharities United Dec 2026 – Norfolk Chambers of Commerce
URL:https://www.ecnorfolk.org.uk/event/charities-united-december-2026/
LOCATION:Norwich Puppet Theatre\, Norwich Puppet Theatre\, Whitefriars\, Norwich\, NR3 1TN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External (non-EC)
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