VODA Representing the Sector
Welcome to our new regular series of vlogs, where we share the latest from VODA and how we’re supporting the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector in North Tyneside. In each episode, our CEO, Vicky Smith and other members of the VODA team will bring you insights, highlight important projects and keep you up to date on the work we’re doing in partnership with local organisations and communities. If you would like to discuss any of the topics raised in these blogs, please email Vicky.Smith@voda.org.uk.
In the third edition of our CEO Vlog, Vicky highlights some of the fantastic events coming up at VODA over the next couple of months. Including:
- VODA AGM & Awards 11 November at VODA
- Nominate in the VCSE awards (closes 23 October)
- VCSE Leaders Forum 21 October at The Meadows
Online Meet The Funder Events
- Ballinger Charitable Trust: Monday 20 October 2025, 10:30 – 11:30
- Bernard Sunley Foundation: Tuesday 21 October 2025, 11:00 – 12:00
- Sir James Knott Trust: Monday 24 November 2025, 10:00 – 11:00
In the second edition of our CEO Vlog, we reflect on our recent experience representing the sector at the Community Wealth Building Summer 2025 event in Manchester, hosted by CLES (Centre for Local Economic Strategies). Our CEO, Vicky Smith, shares insights from the day, including key discussions around policy change, the challenges facing VCS organisations in North Tyneside, and the importance of recognising the third sector as a powerhouse of expertise.
Issue July 2025: In this edition, Vicky introduces the new VODA Values, which were developed by the VODA Trustees and Staff. Find out more about the values here.