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| Title | Content type | Description | Date(s) | Cost | Contact details | Areas covered | Key words |
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| Vinted Volunteer (Ouseburn) - St Oswald's Hospice | Volunteering opportunities | volunteer@stoswaldsuk.org |
Gateshead Town Centre, Gateshead Wide | Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Computers and mobile phones, Health and Wellbeing, Support for groups, Fundraising, Adults, Children | |||
| Creative Conversations - Practice your English and learn new skills | Events and Activities | Free drop in to help you practise your English speaking and listening in an informal and friendly setting. Take part in hands-on creative activities led by our friendly volunteers. Meet new people and find out what Gateshead has to offer over a free tea or coffee. Open to all people seeking asylum |
every other week on Wednesday, starting from Wednesday, March 4, 2026 - 12:30pm, forever
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Free | ben.jones@northeastmuseums.org.uk 01914771495 |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Health and Wellbeing, Community Development, Adults, Ethnically Marginalised Communities, Families, Refugees / Asylum Seekers, Students |
| Active Travel Grants for VCSE Organisations | Information | Active Travel Grants now open! Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise organisations in Gateshead can now apply for Active Travel Gateshead Grants to help local communities increase physical activity levels, build confidence and feel equipped to walk and cycle for short journeys as well as offer | Gateshead Wide | Transport, Cycling / Walking, Outdoor Activities, Health and Wellbeing, Support for groups, Community Development, Everyone | |||
| LGBTQIA+ VCSE Networking Event: Tackling Challenges Together | Events and Activities | Join us this LGBTQIA+ History Month for a networking event for LGBTQIA+ VCSE organisations and projects. Together, we’ll explore current challenges, share experiences, and discuss ways in which LGBTQIA+ organisations can make the most of Connected Voice’s services, resources and skills. We are |
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Free | josh.foster@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Community Development, Everyone, LGBTQIA+ |
| Funding - Developing a Strategic Approach | Events and Activities | This online introductory session, delivered via Teams, is for you if you are new to the role of fundraising in your organisation, or have been doing this for a while but want to develop a strategy to improve your chances of success. Through a mix of interactive presentations and activities |
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Free | chloe.titterton@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Online | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Support for groups |
| Funding - Effective bid writing | Events and Activities | Do you struggle writing successful funding bids? This introductory session will be delivered online via Teams, and take you through the key practical steps in describing the essential elements of your project, to tell funders what they need to know. Through a mix of interactive presentations and |
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Free | chloe.titterton@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Online | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Support for groups |
| Role of the advocate in Safeguarding | Events and Activities | This online session, delivered via Teams, is ideal for anyone in a VCSE organisation working with vulnerable people, so that you can refer appropriately. It will give you an understanding of the role of the advocate in safeguarding, explaining how advocates work in the community and under the Care |
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Free | jane.kingston@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Online | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment |
| An Introduction to Trustee Roles and Responsibilities | Events and Activities | Are you a trustee of an organisation or interested in becoming one? This session will be delivered online via Teams, and will take you through the key roles and responsibilities of a trustee. This will also apply to Directors of organisations. Through a mix of interactive presentations and group |
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Free | josh.foster@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Online | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Support for groups |
| DigiDAD - Connecting Young Fathers through Digital Inclusion | Events and Activities | Connected Voice Digital Inclusion Network This session is all about connecting families and communities through digital skills. This session is open to everyone. North East Young Dads and Lads (NEYDL) supports young fathers aged 25 and under to play active positive roles in their children’s lives |
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Free | stella.simbo@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Online | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Computers and mobile phones, Everyone |
| Introduction to Safeguarding | Events and Activities | Ideal for staff and volunteers, this online session delivered via Teams will give you an overview of the key issues about safeguarding for both adults and children that every community organisation, charity or social enterprise needs to know. Through a combination of presentations, activities and |
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Free | emma.leveson@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Online | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Support for groups |
| Sustainable Cooking Workshop | Events and Activities | Come along to our weekly cooking workshop, ideal for beginners hoping to learn new techniques and recipes! Contact us, there are limited spaces available! Every Saturday in February 10am - 12pm at Bensham Grove Community Centre, we hope to see you there! |
weekly on Saturday, starting from Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 10:30am, forever
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help.hopebeyondborders@gmail.com |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Food / Cooking / Nutrition | |
| VCSE Health and Wellbeing Event | Events and Activities | Microgrants available to VCSE - an opportunity to be part of a holistic offer of support The first presentation will outline the microgrant process that supports the WorkWell offer in Newcastle and Gateshead. All VCSE are able to apply, not just those with an employment focus. WorkWell is a |
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julia.perry@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, Support for groups | |
| The NHS App - Training for VCSE Organisations working in Gateshead | Events and Activities | This training is for any VCSE organisation working in Gateshead The NHS App can help people take control of their health and care safely and conveniently. It’s free, secure, and designed to make everyday healthcare tasks simpler. Join this training to find out more about supporting your communities' |
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Free | alessandra.mondin@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Support for groups |
| Using Social Media Effectively | Events and Activities | This session is for you if you are new to using social media for your organisation, or have been doing this for a while but want to develop a strategy to improve your impact. This training will be delivered online via Teams. Through a mix of interactive presentations and group activities the session |
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morgan.forrest@connectedvoice.org.uk |
Online | Help and Support, Education / Training / Employment, Computers and mobile phones, Support for groups | |
| Community Champion Volunteer - Caregivers Connected Gateshead | Volunteering opportunities | P.Mckinnell@carersfederation.co.uk 0808 801 0350 07889 088284 |
Gateshead Wide | Self Help, Long Term Conditions, Caregivers, Families, Learning Disabilities, Neurodiverse | |||
| 1st/2nd Winlaton (Everest) FSE Scout Group | Organisation | We are 1st/2nd Winlaton (Everest) FSE Scout. We are an enthusiastic and experienced Scout group based in Winlaton. Our mission is to provide a high-quality Scouting experience for young people aged 5-16+. We founded the group in August 2024, and since then, we’ve offered a unique program. It blends | info@1st2ndwinlaton-fse-scouts.org.uk |
Blaydon, Chopwell, Crawcrook, Dunston, Greenside, High Spen, Highfield, Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Sunniside, Whickham, Winlaton | Hobbies and Interests, Outdoor Activities, Children, Young People | ||
| Caring and Caring Matters Training | Events and Activities | You’re invited to take part in a free training session! Caring and Caring Matters will be delivered by Society Matters. The session will cover: What legal protections are available to carers in respect of areas such as work, education and daily life? What challenges do carers face and how do these |
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info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk 0808 801 0350 |
Gateshead Town Centre | Help and Support, Advice, Advocacy, Education / Training / Employment, Self Help, Dementia, Long Term Conditions, Mental Health, Social Care, Caregivers, Disabilities, Families, Learning Disabilities, Neurodiverse | |
| Carer's Coffee Morning | Events and Activities | Fancy a cuppa? Join us and local carers at Age UK Gateshead (on Gateshead High Street) for a fantastic coffee morning! As well as tea and coffee, there will be the opportunity to meet other caregivers and staff from Caregivers Connected Gateshead to ask any questions and seek advice. If you care for |
monthly on Wednesday, but only the second instance of this set, starting from Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 10:00am, forever
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info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk 0808 801 0350 |
Bridges, Gateshead Town Centre | Caregivers | |
| Veterans at Ease Charity Shop Volunteers | Volunteering opportunities |
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mel@veteransatease.co.uk 0191 249 99 44 follow options 07308 479 970 |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, Support for groups, Fundraising, Community Development, Everyone, Ethnically Marginalised Communities, LGBTQIA+, Men, Neurodiverse, Older People, Veterans / Service Personnel, Women, Young People | ||
| Community Volunteer - Northeast (UK) Community Pathways Trust | Volunteering opportunities |
weekly on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, starting from Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 11:30am, forever
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neuk.community.pathways.trust@outlook.com 07305679221 |
Blaydon, Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Teams, Winlaton | Help and Support, Advice, Advocacy, Housing, Money Matters, Safety, Self Help, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Computers and mobile phones, Fundraising, Community Development, Everyone | ||
| Events Coordinator - Northeast (UK) Community Pathways Trust | Volunteering opportunities |
weekly on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, starting from Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 11:30am, forever
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neuk.community.pathways.trust@outlook.com 07305679221 |
Blaydon, Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Teams, Winlaton | Help and Support, Advice, Advocacy, Housing, Money Matters, Safety, Self Help, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Computers and mobile phones, Fundraising, Community Development, Everyone | ||
| Lead Fundraiser - Northeast (UK) Community Pathways Trust | Volunteering opportunities |
weekly on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, starting from Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 11:30am, forever
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neuk.community.pathways.trust@outlook.com 07305679221 |
Blaydon, Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Teams, Winlaton | Help and Support, Advice, Advocacy, Housing, Money Matters, Safety, Self Help, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Computers and mobile phones, Fundraising, Community Development, Everyone | ||
| Treasurer Trustee - Northeast (UK) Community Pathways Trust | Volunteering opportunities |
weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, starting from Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 11:00am, forever
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neuk.community.pathways.trust@outlook.com 07305679221 |
Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Teams, Winlaton | Help and Support, Fundraising, Community Development, Everyone | ||
| Secretary Trustee - Northeast (UK) Community Pathways Trust | Volunteering opportunities |
weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, starting from Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 11:00am, forever
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neuk.community.pathways.trust@outlook.com 07305679221 |
Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Teams, Winlaton | Help and Support, Fundraising, Community Development, Everyone | ||
| Vice Chair Trustee - Northeast (UK) Community Pathways Trust | Volunteering opportunities |
weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, starting from Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 11:00am, forever
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neuk.community.pathways.trust@outlook.com 07305679221 |
Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Teams, Winlaton | Help and Support, Fundraising, Community Development, Everyone |