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!

Bendruomenės kūrėjų centrai The drop-in hub provides support to create, inspire and build stronger communities together Įsigijimo centras teikia paramą kuriant, įkvepiant ir kuriant stipresnes bendruomenes kartu Kiekviename įėjimo centre vietiniams gyventojams teikiama įvairi pagalba, patarimai ir patarimai. Pavyzdžiui; palaikyti ir pasirašyti skelbimus vietinėms tarnyboms, susiejimas ir naujo nustatymas bendruomenės grupės, padedančios žmonėms priartėti prie darbo ar tolesnio išsilavinimo, padėti patekti į skaitmeninį pasaulį ir padėti įgyvendinti jūsų idėjas bendruomenei. Galime pasiūlyti pagalbą šiais klausimais: Savanoriškos veiklos galimybės Įsidarbinimo parama Vietinės veiklos grupės ir klubai IT ir skaitmeninis palaikymas Informacija apie vietinius renginius Pasirašymas į vietines tarnybas For dates, times and locations for up coming FVAF Community Drop-in Hubs, contact Alex on community@fvaf.org.uk or call the FVAF office on 01594 822073.

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! CLOSING DATE: MIDNIGHT SUNDAY 19 JULY 2026 Nomination Form 2026 Please select in which category you would like to nominate the individual or group. Your Volunteer of the Year Young Volunteer of the Year 21yrs & under Community Organisation of the Year Grassroots Award - Voluntary Group of the Year ESV Business in the Community Award FoD Dementia Action Alliance Diversity & Inclusion Award FoDCAP Community Climate Action Award 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) If you are providing personal contact details, do you have permission to share this person's information? If not, no problem—we will use the general contact details of the group or organisation associated with the nominee instead. Yes No 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 name Your email address Are you happy for us to keep your contact details for the purpose of this nomination only? Yes No Submit

Tell us what training would help your organisation We're exploring how best to support the training needs of voluntary and community groups across the Forest of Dean. This might include hosting training ourselves, bringing in external trainers, or connecting you with existing resources and courses. Please complete this brief survey to let us know what would be most valuable for you. Your feedback will shape the support we're able to offer. Organisation Name: Your Role: Email Training Topics Which of the following topics would be most valuable for your organisation? (Please tick all that apply and add any others) Funding & Fundraising Marketing & PR Digital Skills/Using Technology Financial Procedures & Management Governance & Trustees Finding & Recruiting Volunteers Volunteer Management & Retention Embedding Climate Action Neurodiversity, Mental Health & Inclusion Safeguarding First Aid Health & Safety Food Hygiene Other Let us know your TOP 3 training needs: When Which days work best for you? (Tick all that apply) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Preferred times: (Tick all that apply) Morning (9am-12pm) Afternoon (1pm-5pm) Evening (6pm-8pm) Where How would you prefer to attend training? (Tick all that apply) In-person only Online only Hybrid (option to attend either way) No preference If in-person: Forest of Dean only Willing to travel How Which learning formats work best for you? (Tick all that apply) Workshops (group sessions) Online webinars/courses One-to-one support/mentoring Drop-in sessions Self-paced resources Peer learning/networking groups 5. Additional Information Are there any barriers that prevent you from accessing training? (e.g., cost, time, childcare, accessibility needs) Any other comments or suggestions? Submit

Vaikščiojimas su ratais: dažnai užduodami klausimai Kas yra "tramperis"? Tramper yra visureigis elektra varomas mobilusis automobilis. Jis turi ribotą greitį iki 4 mylių per valandą, o tai idealiai tinka lydėti vaikštančius ar mažus vaikus dviračiais. Visa Trampers specifikacija gali būti rasti čia . Kas gali naudotis šia paslauga? Vaikščioti su ratais gali visi, vyresni nei 14 metų ir sveriantys mažiau nei 25 akmenis, kuriems sunku vaikščioti dėl laikinų ar nuolatinių judėjimo sunkumų. Kokiais maršrutais galiu juo naudotis? Galimi maršrutai: iki Symond's Yat Rock ir iki Wye upės prie Symond's Yat iš Forest Holidays ir Cyril Hart medelyno, Mallards Pike ir dalis Family Cycle Trail iš The Speech House. Priimant į darbą bus pateikti maršrutų žemėlapiai. Kada galima išsinuomoti? Tramperį galima išsinuomoti 9:00–5:00 7 dienas per savaitę (žiemą valandos gali būti trumpesnės, kad būtų užtikrintas grįžimas prieš sutemus). Kaip galiu užsisakyti vieną? Norėdami išvengti nusivylimo, iš anksto užsisakykite „Tramper“ prieš dieną. Norėdami užsisakyti, susisiekite tiesiogiai su tramperių svetainėmis. Dėl miško švenčių skambinti telefonu 01594 837165 Dėl The Speech House skambinkite 01594 822607 Kiek kainuoja išsinuomoti Tramperį? „Tramper“ valanda kainuoja tik 2,50 GBP. Pirmą kartą besinaudojantiems asmenims taip pat taikomas metinis 10 svarų sterlingų „Countryside Mobility“ narystės mokestis arba 2,50 GBP už dviejų savaičių degustacijos sesiją. Ką daryti, jei niekada anksčiau nenaudojau nė vieno iš jų? Nesijaudinti! Jie yra labai paprasti ir saugūs naudoti, o kiekvienas naudotojas bus visiškai supažindintas, kad užtikrintų, jog jie jaustųsi saugūs ir patogiai važiuodami mūsų nuostabiais takais. Ką daryti, jei man reikia papildomos pagalbos? Prašome visus palydėti takuose, kad visada kas nors būtų su savimi. Jei norite išbandyti Tramperį, prieš samdydami jį, paskambinkite į vieną iš mūsų centrų ir susitarkite. Kodėl aš turiu tapti „Countryside Mobility“ nariu? „Countryside Mobility“ yra atsakinga už „Trampers“ tiekimą, todėl jie siūlomi tokia prieinama kaina. Jie taip pat stengiasi užtikrinti, kad kiekviena svetainė, kurioje yra „Tramper“, tai veiktų saugiai ir lengvai pasiekiamai. Ši narystė taip pat suteiks galimybę naudotis bet kuriuo Trampers daugelyje pietvakarių kaimo mobilumo svetainių. Norėdami gauti daugiau informacijos, apsilankykite kaimo mobilumo svetainėje. Narystės anketas galite užpildyti centre prieš įdarbindami. Ar galiu padėti įgyvendinant šį projektą? „Walking with Wheels“ pasikliaukite savanoriais, kurie reklamuoja mūsų paslaugą. Jei norite padėti skleisti žinią apie mūsų paslaugą arba norėtumėte padėti kitu būdu, skambinkite 01594 822073 arba el. paštu walkingwithwheels@fvaf.org.uk . Bus teikiami pilni mokymai ir pagalba. Ką daryti, jei man reikia atšaukti užsakymą? Prašome įspėti apie atšaukimą bent prieš 24 valandas, kad galėtume išnuomoti Tramperį kitam vartotojui. Norėdami atšaukti, susisiekite su svetaine, kurioje užsisakėte 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

The Digital Hubs Project Tackling digital exclusion across Gloucestershire The Digital Hubs Project is a new innovative approach, developed by Forest Voluntary Action Forum and GCC Adult Transformation Team, to tackle digital exclusion across Gloucestershire by offering free, accessible, tailored support to individuals. Starting out in October 2021, we have played the as role as county wide facilitator of the project in partnership with GCC’s Adult Transformation Team. Whilst being facilitator’s, we act as the Forest of Dean lead district provider, offering FREE 1:1 digital support across safe and trusted Community Drop-in Hubs. Coleford – Sixteen Community Cafe Sedbury – Sedbury Space Cinderford - Ow Bist - Forest Community Space Staunton – The Swan Community Hub Newent – The Chill Out Zone What does Digital Hubs aim to address? Motivation Not everyone sees why using the internet could be relevant and helpful A Digital Hub can demonstrate the huge benefits Confidence Some people fear online crime, lack trust or don’t know where to start online A Digital Hub can increase confidence via trusted relationships  Skills Not everyone has the ability to use the internet and online services A digital Hub can provide 1:1 training Access Not everyone has the ability to connect to the internet and go online A Digital Hub can provide access to free equipment and internet Since starting the journey of Gloucestershire Digital Hubs Project, awareness and recognition of the project has grown and is now recognised as essential community-based approach to tackling digital exclusion across Gloucestershire. Notability, the project was highlighted in the Report of the Director of Public health 2022/23 - No Person is an island: Social connections in Gloucestershire, which also included video cased study of the project. You can also  download the PDF version (PDF, 5.2 MB)  of Director of Public health 2022/23 For more information about the project visit the Digital Hub website HERE To find out more, dates, times and locations for upcoming FVAF Community Digital Drop-in Hubs, contact Alex on community@fvaf.org.uk  or 01594 822073.

Forest of Dean Digital Partnership FUNDED BY THE BARNWOOD TRUST A collaborative community partnership project, led by FVAF. This district-wide partnership, the first of its kind, was created to break down the barriers people face in relation to digital inclusion and unlock the many assets available within our communities and the digital world.   Forest of Dean Digital Partnership - Final Evaluation September 2024 Report - Download Forest of Dean Digital Partnership - Final Evaluation September 2024: APPENDICES APPENDIX 1: Forest of Dean Digital Partnership Application APPENDIX 2: Insight into Set up and Delivery of Local Digital Inclusion Pilot Projects APPENDIX 3: Healthwatch Gloucestershire - Access to digital technologies APPENDIX 4: Partner Claim Form APPENDIX 5: Instructions for filling in Partner’s claim form APPENDIX 6: Promo flier - Invitation to get involved APPENDIX 7: EOI Process Map APPENDIX 8: EOI Document A template APPENDIX 9: EOI Document B template APPENDIX 10: EOI scoring sheet APPENDIX 11:Forest of Dean Community Choir EOI Document 1 APPENDIX 12: Forest of Dean Community Choir EOI Document 2 APPENDIX 13: Virtual Sight Loss EOI Document 1 APPENDIX 14: Virtual Sight Loss EOI Document 2 APPENDIX 15: CVT EOI Document 1 APPENDIX 16: CVT EOI Document 2 APPENDIX 17: Outdoors, Indoors EOI Document 1 APPENDIX 18: Outdoors, Indoors EOI Document 2 APPENDIX 19: Forest Pathways EOI Document 1 APPENDIX 20: Forest Pathways EOI Document 2 APPENDIX 21: Project Engage EOI Document 1 APPENDIX 22: Project Engage EOI Document 2 APPENDIX 23: Forest of Dean Hybrid Choir Final Evaluation APPENDIX 24: CVT - Digital Inclusion Workshop Final Evaluation APPENDIX 25: Outdoors, Indoors Final Evaluation APPENDIX 26: Forest Pathways Final Evaluation APPENDIX 27: Forest Pathways Executive Summary APPENDIX 28: Reflection Session Presentation APPENDIX 29: Journey Reflection OTHER PROJECT PUBLICATIONS: EASY READ BOOKLET - How to use the computer and software EASY READ BOOKLET - Staying Safe Online

Miško kompasas „Forest Compass“ yra fizinis ir internetinis katalogas, kuriame pateikiama daugybė įprastų veiklų, paramos grupių ir klubų, prieinamų visame Deano miške. Miške gyvena šimtai visų rūšių socialinių ir veiklos grupių nuo kūdikių grupių, pietų klubų, vyrų namelių iki atminties kavinių. Daugelis jų yra nemokami arba labai nebrangūs, o juos valdo savanoriai arba ne pelno siekiančios grupės. Deja, daugelis žmonių, kurie galėtų pasinaudoti tokiomis grupėmis, nežino apie nuostabias galimybes. Jei vykdote savanorių vadovaujamą veiklą, klubą ar paramos grupę „Forest of Dean“, NEMOKAMAI reklamuokite „Forest Compass“ fiziniame kataloge ir internetiniame kataloge čia, NEMOKAMAI užpildydami žemiau esančią formą. Download OTHER USEFUL DIRECTORIES: YourCircle Check out a local directory to help you find your way around care and support and connect with people, places and activities in Gloucestershire

Youth Support in the Forest of Dean FVAF Youth Team Here to offer help and support to young people and youth clubs, groups or organisations. Discover more Local Youth Clubs Check out the timetable of regular youth clubs and events What's on offer NEW! Universal Youth Services We’ve joined forces Gloucestershire Gateway Trust and The Venture Community Hub, to make a real difference in the lives of young people Discover more

welcoming & vibrant community hub - for hire 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. 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. Travelling in the Forest of Dean Forest Of Dean Climate Action Partnership has created a handy interactive guide to travelling in the Forest of Dean. DOWNLOAD HERE What to find out more? Interested in hiring the space? Contact us at contact@fvaf.org.uk or 01594 822073 The whole team loved the space you have at Ow Bist, but also really valued the partnership approach. Hirer at Ow Bist