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Dumfries & Galloway Social Enterprise Network (DGSEN)
DGSEN has commissioned Nithsdale Council of Voluntary Service to carry out a short survey of the network.

The aims of the survey are for DGSEN to gain a better understanding of how social enterprise organisations in the network access relevant training and for DGSEN to identify any training that would assist social enterprise organisations in the network build their capacity and sustainability.

DGSEN plans to develop a short programme of training workshops/seminars and a conference networking event over the next 12 months. Participation in the survey will assist DGSEN in ensuring these activities reflect the needs of the network.

The survey should take no more than 10 mins to complete and all responses will be handled with due regard to data protection procedures.

If you have any queries about the survey or require additional information please contact Paul Smith at DGSEN on 01776 703329 or Karen Lewis at Nithsdale Council of Voluntary Service on 01387 269161.
 
Please click the following link which will then take you to the survey which closes on FRIDAY 10th JULY 2009: Click Here to take the survey

Nithsdale Voluntary Sector Forum
NCVS is facilitating the development of a Forum for community & voluntary sector organisations based in Nithsdale, or that provide services in Nithsdale, to come together on a regular basis to network, share issues and collectively engage with the community planning process. If you would like more information please contact Katrina Branney at NCVS on 01387 269161 or email info@ncvs.org.uk. More information can be downloaded here.

The Allotment
Nithsdale CVS in partnership with NHS Dumfries & Galloway have created an exciting new enterprise called ‘the allotment’ – a retail unit at 8 Great King Street, Dumfries selling affordable, good quality fruit and vegetables. This initiative developed from a successful pilot project providing subsidised fruit and vegetables. If you would like more information or would like to volunteer please contact Greg Clark on 01387 269048.

Walking Works Information
Health Walks offer regular short, safe and fun walks for people who want to improve their health by getting out and about in their local communities. Nithsdale CVS delivers 2 projects in Nithsdale  but there are also similar projects across the region. Click on the link for an up to date programme and come along and try one close to where you live - you won't regret it. Click here to view/ download the walks programme. Regular walking is enjoyable, sustainable and a great way to improve your physical and mental health, increase your energy and help as part of a weight loss program.If you would like more information about health walks or opportunities for training as a Volunteer Walk Leader, please contact Ronnie Johnstone or Vicky Henshall on 01387 269161 or email ronnie.johnstone@ncvs.org.uk or vicky.henshall@ncvs.org.uk

Scottish Government and Local Authority Concordat
The Scottish Government and Local Authorities in Scotland have signed a 10yr Concordat which outlines Themes and Outcome Indicators Local Authorities have to achieve for the funding they will receive. If you are a community group or voluntary sector organisation that receives funding from Dumfries and Galloway Council you need to ensure your activities fit with the new themes and that you contribute to the indicators. Read through the Concordat and Outcome Indicators here

Dumfries & Galloway Council Draft Single Outcome Agreement
The drafting of a Single Outcome Agreement is part of the process for delivering on the concordat. It will show how Dumfries and Galloway community planning partners are going to use their funding to develop services within the region whilst contributing to the national outcomes set by the Scottish Government. Download a copy of the document here

Dumfries & Galloway Compact
The Compact is an important framework outlining the way the statutory sector & voluntary sector work together in Dumfries & Galloway. The final version of the Compact can be downloaded here

Last updated on: Tuesday 24th June, 2009