Somerset VCFSE Collaborative
A county-wide network for senior leaders from voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations.
About the Collaborative
The Somerset VCFSE Collaborative is a county-wide network for senior leaders from voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations.
Facilitated by Spark Somerset, it brings together organisations of all sizes and specialisms, creating opportunities to learn from one another, influence decision-making and strengthen the sector’s impact.
The Collaborative provides a space for leaders to connect, share insight, build relationships and work collectively on the opportunities and challenges facing Somerset communities. Through collaboration and a strong collective voice, we help ensure the VCFSE sector is recognised as a strategic partner in shaping services, influencing policy and improving outcomes across Somerset.
Members can access leadership development opportunities, peer support, sector intelligence and regular updates, while contributing to conversations that shape the future of health, care and community services in Somerset.
Representation
A key role of the Collaborative is to ensure strong and diverse VCFSE representation within strategic partnerships and decision-making forums across Somerset.
We work to ensure that the experience, expertise and insight of the sector informs local priorities and system change. We are particularly keen to support leaders from smaller, specialist and emerging organisations to participate, helping to ensure a broad range of voices and perspectives are represented.
Support and funding are available to enable organisations to engage in representation opportunities where capacity may otherwise be a barrier.
Interested in joining us as a representative? Get in touch.
Why get involved?
As a member of the Somerset VCFSE Collaborative, you’ll receive invitations to leadership network meetings, regular briefings and updates, opportunities to influence strategic decisions, access to leadership development and peer support, and the chance to collaborate with colleagues from across the sector.
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a growing network of leaders working together to strengthen Somerset’s communities and champion the contribution of the VCFSE sector.
Become a member
Membership is free and open to senior leaders of VCFSE organisations in Somerset. If you would like to join us, please complete our online form.
“Some really great themes and shared issues and a healthy appetite to be a part of something that could make a difference.”
Nigel Bell, CEO, Ark at Egwood
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