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- Walking with Wheels | Mysite
চাকার সঙ্গে হাঁটা একটি ব্যবহার করুন আপনার হাঁটার ক্ষমতা নির্বিশেষে আপনার পরিবার এবং বন্ধুদের সাথে সুন্দর ফরেস্ট ট্রেইলগুলি অ্যাক্সেস করতে অল-টেরেন মোবিলিটি স্কুটার। দ্য ডিনের বন হাঁটা এবং সাইকেল চালানোর জন্য এটি একটি স্বীকৃত কেন্দ্র এবং এটি ট্রেইল এবং অন্যান্য পৃষ্ঠের অ্যাক্সেস দ্বারা ভালভাবে পরিবেশিত হয়। শারীরিক অক্ষমতা, দুর্বল স্বাস্থ্য, সংবেদনশীল দুর্বলতা বা অন্য কিছু বাধাগ্রস্ত অবস্থার লোকেদের জন্য তবে কিছু চালিত সহায়তা, বিশেষায়িত ব্যাখ্যা বা অন্যান্য উপযুক্ত মিডিয়ার প্রয়োজন হতে পারে যাতে তারা অন্যরা যে সুবিধাগুলি গ্রহণ করে তা উপভোগ করতে সক্ষম হয়। এই ফরেস্টারদের বন হেরিটেজ লটারি অর্থায়ন প্রকল্প, সঙ্গে একসঙ্গে কাজ গ্রামাঞ্চলের গতিশীলতা আরও বেশি লোকের জন্য ফরেস্ট অফ ডিন অ্যাক্সেস করার সুযোগ প্রদান করে। চাকার সাথে হাঁটা ক্রাইস্টচার্চে ফরেস্ট হলিডে এবং স্পিচ হাউস হোটেল থেকে ভাড়ার জন্য অল-টেরেন গতিশীলতা স্কুটার (যাকে ট্রাম্পার বলা হয়) প্রদান করে। ট্রাম্পারগুলি প্রাক-ম্যাপ করা রুটগুলির জন্য উপলব্ধ যা সাইমন্ডস ইয়াট, বিবিলিনস, সিরিল হার্ট আরবোরেটাম এবং ম্যালার্ডস পাইক লেকের কিছু নাম মাত্র। আপনি যদি চাকার সাথে হাঁটা সম্পর্কে আরও জানতে চান, অনুগ্রহ করে 01594 822073 নম্বরে কল করুন অথবা ইমেলের মাধ্যমে আমাদের সাথে যোগাযোগ করুন । সচরাচর জিজ্ঞাস্য একটি 'ট্র্যাম্পার' কি? কে এই সেবা ব্যবহার করতে পারেন? কোন রুটে আমি এটি ব্যবহার করতে পারি? কখন ভাড়া পাওয়া যায়? আমি কিভাবে একটি বুক করতে পারি? একটি ট্রাম্পার ভাড়া করতে কত খরচ হয়? আমি যদি এর আগে কখনো ব্যবহার না করি তাহলে কি হবে? আমার যদি অতিরিক্ত সাহায্যের প্রয়োজন হয়? কেন আমাকে কান্ট্রিসাইড মোবিলিটির সদস্য হতে হবে? আমি কি এই প্রকল্পে সাহায্য করতে পারি? আমার যদি বুকিং বাতিল করতে হয়? Frequently Asked Questions
- Event Calendar | Mysite
EVENTS CALENDAR Check out the latest hip happenings in the Forest!
- Ow Bist - Forest Community Space | Mysite
welcoming & vibrant community hub - for hire To date we have transformed the building's exterior with wooden cladding, resprayed windows and doors, and a new sign. Inside, we have created of a flexible training and events space , along with permanent office space for support agencies and community organisations. Thanks to funding from Cinderford Town Council, Ow Bist now features a Changing Places toilet to ensure accessibility for the entire community. Since taking on the 25 year lease of the former Dockham Road GP surgery, we have been working at a pace to create a welcoming and vibrant community hub that offers wrap-around support and improves access to community services. The whole team loved the space you have at Ow Bist, but also really valued the partnership approach. Hirer at Ow Bist What to find out more? Interested in hiring the space? Contact us at contact@fvaf.org.uk or 01594 822073
- Our partners | Mysite
Our partners We work with, and are supported by so many fantastic organisations. The projects and services we deliver in partnership with others, and the funding we receive makes it possible for us to support voluntary activity and community action in the Forest of Dean. These are just some of the organisations we currently work closely with:
- WwW FAQ | Mysite
চাকার সাথে হাঁটা: প্রায়শই জিজ্ঞাসিত প্রশ্ন একটি 'ট্র্যাম্পার' কি? একটি ট্রাম্পার হল একটি সর্ব-ভূখণ্ডের বৈদ্যুতিক চালিত গতিশীল বাহন। এটির 4mph পর্যন্ত সীমাবদ্ধ গতি রয়েছে যা হাঁটার বা বাইকে ছোট বাচ্চাদের সাথে চলার জন্য আদর্শ। Trampers সম্পূর্ণ স্পেসিফিকেশন হতে পারে এখানে পাওয়া যায় । কে এই সেবা ব্যবহার করতে পারেন? 14 বছরের বেশি বয়সী এবং 25-এর কম ওজনের যারা অস্থায়ী বা স্থায়ী গতিশীলতার অসুবিধার কারণে হাঁটতে অসুবিধা হয় তাদের জন্য চাকার সাথে হাঁটা উন্মুক্ত। কোন রুটে আমি এটি ব্যবহার করতে পারি? উপলভ্য রুটের মধ্যে রয়েছে সাইমন্ডস ইয়াট রক এবং দ্য স্পিচ হাউস থেকে সাইমন্ডস ইয়াট থেকে সাইমন্ডস ইয়াট এবং সিরিল হার্ট আরবোরেটাম, ম্যালার্ডস পাইক এবং স্পিচ হাউস থেকে ফ্যামিলি সাইকেল ট্রেইলের কিছু অংশ। নিয়োগের সময় রুটের ম্যাপ দেওয়া হবে। কখন ভাড়া পাওয়া যায়? ট্রাম্পার সপ্তাহে 7 দিন 9:00 - 5:00 ভাড়ার জন্য উপলব্ধ (সন্ধ্যার আগে ফিরে আসা নিশ্চিত করতে শীতকালে ঘন্টা কম হতে পারে)। আমি কিভাবে একটি বুক করতে পারি? হতাশা এড়াতে অনুগ্রহ করে দিনের আগে আপনার ট্রাম্পার প্রি-বুক করুন। বুক করার জন্য সরাসরি ট্রাম্পার সাইটগুলির সাথে যোগাযোগ করুন। বন ছুটির জন্য কল করুন 01594 837165 স্পিচ হাউসের জন্য 01594 822607 নম্বরে কল করুন একটি ট্রাম্পার ভাড়া করতে কত খরচ হয়? ট্রাম্পার প্রতি ঘন্টায় মাত্র £2.50 খরচ করে। প্রথমবার ব্যবহারকারীদের জন্য কান্ট্রিসাইড মোবিলিটি থেকে £10 বা দুই সপ্তাহের টেস্টার সেশনের জন্য £2.50 বার্ষিক সদস্যতা ফিও রয়েছে। আমি যদি এর আগে কখনো ব্যবহার না করি তাহলে কি হবে? চিন্তার কিছু নেই! এগুলি পরিচালনা করা খুবই সহজ এবং নিরাপদ এবং প্রতিটি ব্যবহারকারীকে আমাদের আশ্চর্যজনক পথগুলি মোকাবেলা করার জন্য নিরাপদ এবং স্বাচ্ছন্দ্য বোধ করার জন্য একটি সম্পূর্ণ আনয়ন দেওয়া হবে৷ আমার যদি অতিরিক্ত সাহায্যের প্রয়োজন হয়? আমরা জিজ্ঞাসা করি যে সবাই ট্রেইলে সাথে থাকবেন তাই আপনার সাথে সবসময় কেউ থাকবে। আপনি যদি একটি ট্রাম্পার চেষ্টা করতে চান, একটি নিয়োগ করার আগে, ব্যবস্থা করার জন্য আমাদের কেন্দ্রগুলির মধ্যে একটিতে কল করুন। কেন আমাকে কান্ট্রিসাইড মোবিলিটির সদস্য হতে হবে? কান্ট্রিসাইড মোবিলিটি ট্রাম্পার প্রদানের জন্য দায়ী এবং এই কারণেই তাদের এত সাশ্রয়ী মূল্যের হারে অফার করা হয়। ট্রাম্পার হোস্ট করে এমন প্রতিটি সাইট নিরাপদ এবং সহজে অ্যাক্সেসযোগ্য উপায়ে তা নিশ্চিত করার জন্যও তারা কাজ করে। এই সদস্যপদ আপনাকে দক্ষিণ পশ্চিম জুড়ে অনেক কান্ট্রিসাইড মোবিলিটি সাইটে যেকোনও ট্রাম্পার ব্যবহার করতে সক্ষম করবে। আরও তথ্যের জন্য অনুগ্রহ করে কান্ট্রিসাইড মোবিলিটি ওয়েবসাইট দেখুন। নিয়োগের আগে কেন্দ্রে সদস্যপদ ফর্ম পূরণ করতে পারেন। আমি কি এই প্রকল্পে সাহায্য করতে পারি? চাকার সাথে হাঁটা আমাদের পরিষেবা প্রচার করতে স্বেচ্ছাসেবকদের উপর নির্ভর করে। আপনি যদি আমাদের পরিষেবা সম্পর্কে শব্দটি ছড়িয়ে দিতে সাহায্য করতে আগ্রহী হন, বা অন্য উপায়ে সাহায্য করতে চান, অনুগ্রহ করে 01594 822073 নম্বরে কল করুন বা walkingwithwheels@fvaf.org.uk ই-মেইল করুন। সম্পূর্ণ প্রশিক্ষণ এবং সহায়তা প্রদান করা হবে। আমার যদি বুকিং বাতিল করতে হয়? আমরা আপনাকে কমপক্ষে 24 ঘন্টা বাতিলের নোটিশ দিতে বলছি যাতে আমরা অন্য ব্যবহারকারীর কাছে ট্রাম্পার ভাড়া করতে পারি। বাতিল করতে আপনার বুক করা সাইটের সাথে যোগাযোগ করুন What is a Tramper Who can use this service What routes can I use it on When is it available to hire How can I book one How much does it cost What if I've never used one of these before What if I need additional help Why do I have to become a member of CM Can I help wit this project What if I need to cancel a booking
- Community Connectors Feedback Form | Mysite
COMMUNITY CONNECTORS’ FORUM/KNOW YOUR PATCH NETWORK In-person event 14 June 2022 at The Wesley, Cinderford Event Feedback \ Thank you for participating in our event! Tell us what you thought about it. Name & organisation Please indicate on a scale of 1 – 10, where 1 is the most negative and 10 the most positive What was your overall impression of the day? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 What was your experience of the speakers? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Please share any comments about your overall impression of the day and the speakers What was your experience of the activities? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Please share any comments about the activities What was your experience of the refreshments? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Was there anything else that you feel could have been provided? What would you like to see in future events? Suggested speakers/format etc Your email Send Feedback Thanks for your feedback!
- VOTE - Volunteer of 2024 | Mysite
Volunteer of the Year 2024 The People's Champion VOTING OPEN! Time to choose your champion... We recently asked you to nominate a local volunteer who has gone above and beyond for their community over the past 12 months, and/or has an inspiring story. We had some cracking nominations, and it was an extremely hard task to narrow it down BUT after much deliberation, our panel of community experts have shortlisted 6 community heroes. Vote for your favourite by selecting ONE of the following volunteers: Liz Bell Pete Harper Elaine Quirk Lisa Robertson Sarah Wootton Emily Worrall VOTING CLOSES: MIDNIGHT MONDAY, 9 SEPTEMBER VOTE Thanks for voting! Check out the profiles of the shortlisted nominees below: Liz Bell Orchard Trust Site volunteer and Trustee Liz Bell has been a cornerstone of the Orchard Trust since she began volunteering at the Stowfield site in 2021. Her dedication and passion quickly became evident, leading her to take on the role of Trustee in 2022. Liz’s contributions extend far beyond her weekly volunteering; she has played a pivotal role in shaping the site and enhancing its value to the community. As a volunteer, Liz has taken charge of maintaining the sensory garden, apple tree circle, and general site upkeep. After spending time immersed in the environment, she began offering innovative ideas to improve it, always with the visitors' experience in mind. One of her most notable achievements was serving as the Volunteer Project Manager for the wildlife area. Liz not only designed and wrote the proposal for this project but also worked closely with the Stowfield site manager to ensure it was delivered on time and within budget—all in her own free time. Liz’s vision and hard work has helped to create a lasting community asset that is accessible and enjoyable for people of all ages, especially those who often face barriers to engaging with nature. Pete Harper Mycelium Mental Health Project Volunteer Pete Harper is the quiet force behind the success of the Mycelium Mental Health Project, a volunteer whose impact is felt far beyond the boundaries of the project itself. Described by his nominator as "one of the most humble and knowledgeable people I have ever met," Pete’s dedication and passion for mutual aid have been instrumental in establishing and nurturing Mycelium. Pete’s extraordinary commitment is matched by his generosity. He has been a steadfast supporter, working tirelessly to ensure the project's success. His influence extends beyond Mycelium, as he has become a vital advocate for our community’s mental health. Pete Harper is not just an extraordinary volunteer; he is a true champion for mental health, whose quiet strength and unwavering commitment continue to uplift and inspire all those around him. His work with Mycelium has created a lasting impact, ensuring that the most vulnerable in our community have a voice and a compassionate ally. Elaine Quirk Volunteer helper for Gloucestershire Carers Hub Elaine Quirk is the heart and soul of the Gloucestershire Carers Hub, where she serves as a Carer Welcomer at Bickys Carer Café in Coleford and Candi in Cinderford. With her gentle and kind demeanour, Elaine ensures that every unpaid carer who walks through the door feels truly welcomed and supported. Elaine has a remarkable ability to make people feel valued. Carers who attend the sessions she hosts often leave with a renewed sense of being heard, respected, and encouraged to share their experiences. Her presence has significantly increased footfall at Bickys during quieter times and helped Candi engage with new clients, extending the reach of the Carers Hub in meaningful ways. Elaine’s work goes beyond welcoming carers—it’s about creating a supportive space where they can find comfort and community. Her dedication to helping others has made a lasting difference in the lives of many, and her warm presence is an essential part of the Carers Hub’s success. Lisa Robertson Ruardean Youth Leader For nearly 20 years, Lisa Robertson has been the heart and soul of Ruardean Youth Club, dedicating countless hours of her free time to creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for youth people aged 11-18. Under Lisa’s guidance, the Youth Club has become a vital resource for the community, offering a wide range of activities, advice, and information to help teenagers navigate their challenges. Lisa’s impact on the lives of hundreds of children and young people in Ruardean is immeasurable. She is known for her selfless dedication, always going above and beyond to ensure that the Youth Club not only thrives but also continues to meet the evolving needs of the community and every young person who walks through the door. Her contributions extend far beyond the Youth Club. Lisa also played a key role in organising the annual Ruardean Carnival and most recently, Lisa has spearheaded the creation of the Ruardean Community Orchard. Lisa’s tireless efforts and deep commitment to her community make her an extraordinary volunteer and a true inspiration. Her work has left a lasting legacy in Ruardean, enriching the lives of countless young people and helping to build a stronger, more connected community. Sarah Wootton Chair of the Committee - Brockweir Village Shop & Café As the Chair of the Committee for Brockweir Village Shop & Café, Sarah Wootton has been a pillar of strength and leadership for her community. When a devastating fire struck the shop in June 2023, Sarah immediately took charge, and with the help of the amazing committee and employees, Ferne and Kris, coordinated efforts to ensure the swift and successful rebuilding of this vital community hub. Sarah's dedication has been unwavering—she handled complex negotiations with the insurance company and loss adjustor, navigated the flood of daily emails, and provided steadfast support to the shop's staff and volunteers. Her commitment didn’t end with reopening the shop; she has continued to offer guidance and encouragement to everyone involved, helping them navigate the challenges that followed the fire. Sarah's efforts have ensured that even in the face of adversity, the shop, which serves as a cornerstone of the village is not just a place to shop—it’s a lifeline for locals and visitors alike. Emily Worrall Volunteer fundraiser at Great Oaks Hospice Emily Worrall is an invaluable member of the fundraising team at Great Oaks Hospice, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a contagious positivity to everything she does. With her bright smile and can-do attitude, Emily ensures that the Hospice’s events are well-publicised, tirelessly delivering and posting event posters across all the Forest. Her dedication doesn’t stop there—Emily is always on hand at events, whether it’s setting up, taking down, or even getting the party started with her infectious dance moves at discos. Emily’s journey is truly inspiring. Despite facing learning difficulties, she has worked hard to live independently, and her contributions to the team go far beyond her tasks. Emily is more than just a volunteer; she is a cherished member of the Great Oaks Hospice family. Find our more about the Forest Volunteers Awards here:
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Community ideas wanted for ‘Our Forest’ £3m lottery bid An opportunity for people and community organisations to discuss project ideas for Our Forest's planned National Lottery Heritage Fund Bid. BOOK TICKETS: Saturday 13th April, Lydney Town Hall - 1pm - 4pm BOOK TICKET: Sunday 14th April, Mitcheldean Community Centre - 1pm - 4pm We’re excited to announce that we are leading on preparing a new £3million bid to the National Heritage Lottery Fund (NLHF). Called ‘Our Forest’ this new community-driven project will focus on the heritage of the Forest of Dean To prepare for this bid, we are asking local people, community groups and organisations to have their say at two community events we are hosting this weekend. Taking place at 1pm-4:30pm on Saturday (13 April) at Lydney Town Hall and 1pm-4:30pm on Sunday (14 April) at Mitcheldean Community Centre , these events are open for anyone to attend, to share and discuss ideas for potential heritage projects, partnerships and collaborations that could be included in the bid for funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF). Deb Cook, our Volunteering Manager at FVAF said “Heritage is what you think is important and should be preserved. It could be about improving access to landscapes, historical sites, or collections; cultural activity or traditions; stories and celebrations as well as more traditional ideas of heritage. It can be anything from the past or even present that you value and want to pass on to future generations. She added: “We’re asking the community to come along to one of these events to be part of the conversation and tell us what they think is important to include in the ‘Our Forest’ project.” Building upon the legacy of the Foresters' Forest Landscape Partnership programme, ‘Our Forest’ will focus on involving diverse people, grass-roots organisations, and the voluntary community sector, with projects that involve young people, older people, hardly reached groups, as well as focusing on mental health and wellbeing.
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NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! CLOSING DATE: MIDNIGHT SUNDAY 14 JULY 2024 Forest Volunteer Awards 2024 Nomination Form FOREST VOLUNTEER AWARDS 2024 Please select in which category you would like to nominate the individual or group. Your Volunteer of the Year Young Volunteer of the Year 16yrs & under Young Volunteer of the Year 17 – 21yrs Community Organisation of the Year Grassroots Award - Voluntary Group of the Year ESV Business in the Community Award FoD Dementia Action Alliance Accessibility & Inclusion Award Nominee details Name of the volunteer/group being nominated: Name of the organisation or group linked to the nominee (for individual nominees only) Volunteer role or role of group Contact details for nominee (email and telephone) Reason for nomination - please provide a brief description which outlines why you think this individual or group stands out. What makes them special and worthy of being celebrated? Your details Your name Your email address Your telephone number Photographs – if you have any photographs please send them to communications@fvaf.org.uk Submit Thank you for taking the time nominate!
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KEEPING PEOPLE SAFE Young people who are moving towards adulthood have the right to make informed choices about how they connect to their local community. This can involve risk, for guidance read: Building Connections: One minute guide to Risk Assessment
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Volunteer Heroes Crowned! The community turned out in force on Wednesday 7 September to see local volunteers crowned at a glittering awards celebration evening we held at the AccXel Training Centre in Cinderford. We created the Forest Volunteer Awards to recognise and celebrate the amazing efforts of local volunteers in the Forest of Dean. Earlier this Summer, we asked local people to nominate those volunteer heroes who have demonstrated exceptional and outstanding support to the local community over the past 12 months. The response was amazing and we received hundreds of nominations. An expert panel had the tough task of shortlisting the nominations and picking the winners. However, one category - Volunteer of the Year – Peoples’ Champion – was decided by a public vote with almost 900 votes cast. The winners were crowned at a special evening, held at the stunning conference space at the impressive AccXel Training Centre, which was provided for free to FVAF by local construction company the KW Bell Group, who were the main sponsors of the event. Volunteer of the Year went to Les Cockle, volunteer fundraiser at Great Oaks Hospice whilst Forest of Dean Host Ukrainians and Ukraine Community Hub jointly picked up the Community Voluntary Group of the Year. Young volunteers were celebrated with Keira Stone, volunteer at disability group, Together We Can crowed under 16 years old Young Volunteer of the Year, whilst in the 17 – 25 years old category, Chloe Whatley and Jordan Terrel were rewarded for their tireless hard work volunteering at the Sea Cadets in Lydney. Lisa Tootell was crowned Outstanding New Volunteer of the Year for her amazing impact for the Girl Guides in the Forest of Dean and Hips Social were recognised for supporting the local community and investing in improving the local area. The winners were presented with an award, a framed certificate and £100 Amazon voucher, kindly provided by sponsors the KW Bell Group. Deb Cook, Volunteering Manager at FVAF said “So much of what happens within our community is because of people who give their time and energy for free. We think that recognising the amazing efforts of volunteers and organisations is incredibly important which is why we have been so pleased by the reaction of the local people who have supported these awards by nominating and voting.” Deb added, “It has been an incredible evening and we are so lucky and proud of the strength of the amazing voluntary sector we have in the Forest.” Master of Ceremony for the Forest Volunteer Awards was Kate Clark, BBC Radio Gloucestershire presenter who kept the guests entertained with her expert hosting skills. Award winners were announced by guest presenter; Roger Deeks (FVAF Trustee), Nicola Bird and Yvonne Bell (KW Bell and main sponsor), Sue Middleton (Verderer of the Forest of Dean), Andy Lewis MBE (PT2 Para triathlete), Neill Ricketts (Founder of Versarien and chair the Forest of Dean Economic Partnership). The celebration evening was made possible thanks to generous sponsorship for the following local organisations: KW Bell Group and AccXel Training Centre – main sponsors Hot Tubs Rock Versarien The Midcounties Co- Operative FOREST VOLUNTEER AWARD WINNERS: Volunteer of the Year – Peoples’ Champion WINNER: Les Cockle – Great Oaks Hospice Highly Commended: Hannah McGowan (FOD Hosts of Ukrainians Support Group), Martin Elsmore (The Golden Triangle Club), Steve Gregory (FVAF / Walking with Wheels) and Mark Jones (Community First Responder SWASFT) Community Voluntary Group of the Year WINNER: FOD Hosts of Ukrainians Support Group and Ukraine Community Hub Highly Commended: Together We Can, Newnham Archery Club, Dean Radio, The Friends of Longhope Church and The Rewild Project Outstanding New Volunteer WINNER: Lisa Tootell – Girlguiding FOD South Division Highly Commended: Sarah Maxfield – Berry Hill Memorial Institute Young Volunteer of the Year 16yrs & under WINNER: Keira Stone – Together We Can Highly Commended: Toby Niblett – Lydney Youth Hub Young Volunteer of the Year 17 – 25yrs JOINT WINNERS: Jordan Terrell and Chloe Whatley – FOD Sea Cadets Community Impact Award WINNER: HIPs Social Highly Commended: Recycle Shop CIC Newent and Wilde Earth Journeys
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Current job vacancies at FVAF Work for us. We are passionate about nurturing talented, compassionate, community minded team players. Join our friendly and supportive team! We don't have any vacancies right now but check back soon! Trouble downloading the documents? Contact communications@fvaf.org.uk or 01594 822073