Building on the success of our popular training workshops earlier this year, we have reviewed and improved all our training content based on what you have told us is important as well as what we know you need to know.

A round up of some of the latest vacancies in the voluntary and community sector in Bedfordshire.

Have a look at all of the new volunteer roles that have been added to Simply Connect this month.

Bedford based Food etc is looking for more volunteers. Director and founder Julie Clay explains what they do and the sort of people they are looking for.

Community Led Initiatives, a non-profit, community interest company have been helping people to change their lives through 1-2-1 mentoring and support groups since 2013.

The John Bunyan Community Boat seeks new volunteer crew.

Gig Buddies is a project organised by Bedford charity Living It Up. Gig Buddies support adults with learning disabilities and autism by matching them with volunteers based on similar interests so that they can be supported to live the life they choose, whilst building a genuine friendship and doing activities that they both enjoy.

Hear the latest news from local and national funders and get details on how to apply.

Be the Change! Volunteer with CLI and help to transform lives! Inspire. Transform. Flourish.

As flu season approaches, residents of Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes are being urged to protect themselves and their loved ones by getting the flu vaccine. Now available, the vaccine offers essential protection against the flu virus, which can cause serious illness, especially for vulnerable groups.