Join us for this webinar where you will hear about some of the tips and tactics to secure grant funding whether that be small or larger grants. You will hear from successful examples and key points to make note of for any future funding application.
Whether you're a new or a seasoned pro to fundraising, this webinar will support you with the skills needed to craft winning proposals. Learn insider tips, tricks, and strategies to stand out from the competition. Both Kerry Mcdonald and Jamie Rhodes have years of experience in bid writing, the charity sector and building strong relationships with funders and partners.
Taking place on Monday 23rd October 2-3pm.
We will explore range of marketing methods to help strengthen your presence within the community and raise awareness about what you offer. The Active Essex Marketing team will provide you with top tips to implement and take away as soon as you leave the seminar, ensuring you have something to try from the get go.
Holly has developed Active Essex's brand and worked on multiple projects that have enhanced her skills of the marketing mix. Her colleagues Grace and Beth, both have extensive knowledge in use of language, campaigns and getting the best out of social media platforms.
Taking place on Tuesday 11th November 10-11am.
By nurturing community leadership and supporting resident-led initiatives, TAWS and ATF help build confidence, resilience, and lasting change. Their approach is about empowering everyone - residents, partners, and organisations to play an active role in shaping the places they live, fostering a sense of belonging and collective achievement.
Are you interested in community development, voluntary sector leadership, or creating meaningful system change through participation? Whether you’re a community organiser, local authority partner, or passionate about making a difference, you’ll leave with practical tools, inspiring stories, and a renewed belief in the power of community.
Taking place Tuesday 11th November, 11am-12pm.
We are living in uncertain times. Leading through change calls for different skills and approaches.
With all the change going on around devolution, Local Government Reform, the reconfiguration of the NHS, and challenges in the funding sector for voluntary and community organisations, the backdrop in which we all work is complex and shifting.
We will explore complexity and the courage it calls for in our daily work. We will share links to some of the practices that help leaders to navigate through turbulent times, and build resilience on an individual and collective level to best serve those in the communities of need.
Taking place Wednesday 3rd December 10.30-11.30am
Participants will gain practical, transferable skills and knowledge that support equity, accessibility, and community voice within voluntary and community sector (VCS) settings. The webinar will broaden your understanding of the Social Model of Disability and how systems, language, and behaviours can create or dismantle barriers to participation.
Sport for Confidence Occupational Therapists will help showcase how you can develop equitable volunteer pathways that value contribution, support progression, and reflect community diversity, building confidence in engagement, communication, and power-sharing across all levels of an organisation.
Taking place Wednesday 21st January 2026 12-1pm.
Understanding and demonstrating impact is important for all organisations, especially in times of change or uncertainty. This introductory webinar explores the core stages of impact measurement: planning, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this session will help you build a solid foundation for meaningful evaluation. We’ll explore practical tools and techniques to structure your measurement activities, align them with your goals, and communicate your outcomes with confidence. Dr Amelia Hall is an evaluation specialist who wants to share her passion about using evidence to highlight the life-changing impact of physical activity.
Taking place Thursday 5th February 2026 4-5pm
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