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Threats to civil society

CIVICUS has warned that funding has become increasingly complex for US grant-making bodies and those they fund around the world since the attacks on the World Trade Centre on 9/11.
CIVICUS | Civil Society Watch | 01 Aug 2007

Peace III by the Autumn?

The €330 million Peace III Programme is hoping to launch by Autumn this year. Funding will be delivered under two priorities: (1) Reconciling Communities; (2) Contributing to a Shared Society.

Large increase in top charities income

Total income to the UK’s Top 500 fundraising charities has grown in real terms by 8.6% to £10.9 billion according to Charity Trends 2007, published by the Charities Aid Foundation. This represents a significant rate of growth from the 3.8% seen in the previous financial year, 2004/05.
Charities Aid Foundation - Kent | Rachel Tillman | 19 Jul 2007

Youth for Europe pilot projects

This call for proposals forms part of the structuring measures for Action 1 of the ‘Youth in Action’ programme which aims to promote active citizenship in young people and develop European cooperation on youth matters.

Runners wanted to defeat depression

Aware is appealing for people to run for us in this year's Derry half marathon to raise awareness of depression and funds for our community based services for people with depression.
Aware Defeat Depression Derry Office | alison smyth | 13 Jul 2007

European Refugee Fund 2008 - 13

The European Parliament and Council have agreed the terms of the European Refugee Fund for 2008-13.
NICVA | James Laverty | 06 Jul 2007

Politicians urged: ‘Believe in Children'

Children’s charity Barnardo’s Northern Ireland has launched a campaign and report to demonstrate that even the most difficult problems faced by children can be overcome with determination, expertise, tolerance and compassion.
Barnardos Northern Ireland HQ | Fiona MacMillan | 03 Jul 2007

HURT launch new service in Limavady

HURT (Have Your Tomorrows) drug and alcohol support group are launching a new service supporting the Limavady area from Wednesday 4th July.
HURT (Have UR Tomorrows) | Debbie Keys | 03 Jul 2007

2 week deadline for flagship projects

The Rural Development Council (RDC) announced on June 25 2007 a call for Flagship projects under the Peace II Extension, Measure 1.11 to be submitted by July 10 2007.

Hunt on for inspirational silver surfers

The Silver Surfer Awards 2007 are now open for entries, rewarding inspirational internet users over the age of 50 across the UK. The awards, now in their sixth year, highlight examples of older learners' contributions to cyberspace to inspire anyone thinking about starting to use the internet or email for the first time.
Digital Unite | Gill Adams | 27 Jun 2007

Research project needs participants

A research project at the University of Ulster on issues around education and reconciliation is looking for 24-25 year olds from Belfast and the North West who are willing to be interviewed.
University of Ulster Coleraine Campus | Clare Magill | 26 Jun 2007

Pay scales update

For those of you wanting to set your pay scales for the year, the new NJC scales for 2007/08 are still not yet available and it is possible they won't be available until late summer or even autumn!
NICVA | Susan Lavery | 25 Jun 2007

European Social NGOs cautious on treaty

In the aftermath of the European Council, where EU leaders reached an agreement on the revision of the EU Treaties, European social NGOs are cautious in welcoming the outcome.
Social Platform | Daniela Vincenti Mitchener | 25 Jun 2007

Peace III Expressions of Interest 1.1

The SEUPB is seeking to identify project proposals in the eligible region regarding Measure 1.1 Regional Projects Reconciling Communities - Building positive relationships at the local level

Act on CO2 carbon calculator launched

An online calculator that enables people to work out their carbon footprint has been launched by Environment Secretary, David Miliband.
NICVA | Jonny Currie | 21 Jun 2007

Migrant worker experience highlighted

Research published by Animate finds there is an urgent need to tackle specific manifestations of institutional and social racism targeted at migrant workers along with the untruths and stereotypes that inform them.
Dungannon & South Tyrone Borough Council | Daniel Holder | 21 Jun 2007

BURA awards for community regeneration

The British Urban Regeneration Association (BURA) Awards for Community Inspired Regeneration celebrate outstanding grass roots regeneration projects throughout the United Kingdom.

Regeneration awards looking for entries

Do you know an outstanding community inspired regeneration project that deserves national recognition? The BURA Awards for Community Inspired Regeneration celebrate outstanding grass roots regeneration projects throughout the United Kingdom
British Urban Regeneration Association | Eva Novakova | 15 Jun 2007

DIY Committee Guide Survey

The Volunteer Development Agency wants your views on the diycommitteeguide.org site that has been operational for over a year.
Volunteer Development Agency | Denise Hayward | 14 Jun 2007

Safer internet scheme opens

The overall aim of the Safer Internet plus Programme is to fight against illegal content and to promote safer use of the Internet and new online technologies, particularly for children, as part of a coherent approach by the European Union.

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