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June 2026

Connections for Connectors

Connections for Connectors – for anyone working in a social prescribing, care navigating, or community connecting type role. Following our planning sessions last year, VAST is pleased to launch this supportive sharing session for anyone working in a social prescribing, care navigating, or community connecting type role in Stoke-on-Trent. If your work depends on connecting […]
10 Jun
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Developing a Strong and Diverse Trustee Board | Training

A strong, well‑balanced trustee board is essential for any organisation aiming to thrive in a changing world. This practical and engaging training session explores how to strengthen your board’s skills, culture, and decision‑making by embracing diversity in all its forms. Designed for new and experienced trustees, board chairs, and senior leaders, this session will help […]
11 Jun
9:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Voluntary Sector Chief Officers Group (VSCOG)

It can be lonely at the top! The Voluntary Sector Chief Officers Group (VSCOG) is a network for VCSE sector leaders in Stoke-on-Trent. Our meetings unapologetically have no formal agenda to provide a relaxed atmosphere, a fantastic opportunity to network, build relationships, and share challenges and successes with our peers. VSCOG members have common aims, […]
12 Jun
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Boards ‘n’ Banter

1:00pm-3:00pm | Vellichor Books (11-12 Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley)   Join the InVOLved team for a relaxed session of board games, arts, crafts, chat and refreshments! InVOLved have a brand new location for our Boards n” Banter session, at the amazing book shop Vellichor situated in the Piccadilly Arcade.
17 Jun
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Health Inequalities | Training for Community Health Champions

We keep hearing the phrase “health inequalities”, but what does it actually mean? VAST have partnered with Mike Oliver, whom many of you will have met at the Health Literacy training he runs, to deliver a workshop for Community Health Champions. This workshop will help you understand: what we mean by “health inequalities” why it is important for […]
23 Jun
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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VCSE Support Drop-In

Starting a charity or social enterprise can be exciting—but it also comes with a lot of questions!   Our in-person drop-in sessions are here to provide guidance and support for those just starting out. Whether you need advice on legal structures, governance, funding, or operations, our team is ready to help.   These drop-in sessions […]
24 Jun
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Planning a Community Event | Training

Community events can be hugely important for VCSE organisations; for raising awareness, fundraising, networking, or celebrating your organisation’s successes. Planning an event doesn’t need to be complicated – but it’s important to make sure you’re prepared. Knowing about licensing and permissions can leave your head spinning, but it doesn’t have to be all red tape […]
25 Jun
9:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Volunteering For Health Volunteer Voices Forum- “One Team – Many Voices”

VFH Volunteer Voices Forum is a peer support space to give volunteers from Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent healthcare system an opportunity to provide valuable insight, share ideas and improve volunteering in the sector. The Volunteering For Health partnership is dedicated to supporting volunteering in the local area and facilitates this forum to ensure that volunteering is […]
30 Jun
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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July 2026

Ignition (Coaching for Young People) | S-o-T Youth Collective Training

This 1-day course introduces the powerful Ignition! coaching process. Through first-hand experience, you’ll explore a fresh, impactful approach to supporting young people – leaving you inspired to apply it in your own practice. Includes certificate of attendance with CPD points. 👉 Book here: https://sparktoyoursuccess.co.uk/taster-day-registration/
02 Jul
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
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VCSE Finance Forum

The Finance Forum is an opportunity for those in a finance role within the voluntary sector in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire to share ideas and best practice, network, and provide mutual support. You don’t have to be a ‘Finance Manager’ to join the forum. If your role includes responsibility for any finance functions within your organisation, […]
02 Jul
10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Community Health Champions Summer Celebration

This year, the Community Health Champions project turns five years old! Join us at the Dudson Centre for a special celebration event, where alongside a delicious picnic lunch in the Dudson Centre courtyard, champions can enjoy: ‘Hook-a-duck’ speed networking – hook a duck to make a new connection! A project marketplace, showcasing the incredible work of […]
02 Jul
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
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