Our Team. Our head office is based in Cinderford but everyday you will meet members of the FVAF team out and about supporting the community and building strong partnerships with other local organisations and groups... Chris Brown Chief Executive Officer Nick Penny Head of Operations Deb Cook Head of Development Catherine Best Communications & Fundraising Manager Teresa Allewell Finance Manager Cherry Potter-Irwin Finance & Administration Officer Fliss Simister Youth Team Manager Lisa Robertson Youth Development Officer Katy Virgo Youth Development Officer Courtney Middleton Project Coordinator Jodie Atkins Youth Support Worker Krissie Carter Neighbourhood Connector Mark Evans Neighbourhood Connector Alex Digby Community Team Manager Melanie Benn Community Builder Teresa Rose Community Connectors' Facilitator Pete Harper Community Connector Piers Cardiff Forest of Dean Climate Action Partnership Coordinator Becky Moorcroft Forest of Dean Climate Action Partnership Coordinator Meet our trustees. We have a highly skilled board of trustees who meet regularly to monitor, challenge and guide what FVAF does now, and in the future. Bob Rhodes Chair of Trustees Josh Bond Vice Chair of Trustees Jonathan Gault Trustee - Treasurer Patricia Le Rolland Trustee Sid Phelps Trustee Diana Martin Trustee Rob Toomer Trustee Roger Deeks Trustee Interested in becoming a FVAF Trustee? Talk to us! Contact Chris is ceo@fvaf.org.uk 01594 822073

LATEST FVAF NEWS Two brilliant people, two exciting new roles! We’re really pleased to share some good news. As part of a strategic restructure, we’ve created two new senior roles – and we’re delighted that both have been filled by people already at the heart of our organisation. These appointments recognise the talent, experience and deep community knowledge within our own team, and reflect our commitment to growing strong leadership from within. Deb Cook – Head of Development After more than a decade with FVAF, Deb’s promotion feels like a natural next step. She has played a huge role in building relationships, championing co-design, and helping turn bold ideas and community stories into meaningful change. As Head of Development, Deb will lead our development strategy – strengthening partnerships, supporting innovation, amplifying community voices, and helping us test and grow new approaches that align with our Theory of Change. Chris Brown, CEO at FVAF said: “After 11 years with FVAF championing volunteering and community groups, I could not be more thrilled to see Deb moving into this exciting new role within the organisation. Deb will bring fresh ideas, energy, and passion to drive innovation in our communities and help grow all the things which make the Forest of Dean such a brilliant place.” Alex Digby – Community Manager We’re equally pleased to announce Alex’s move into the newly created role of Community Manager. Alex will lead our Community Team, supporting projects that put local people in the driving seat, build strong connections, and unlock the skills and assets already present across the Forest of Dean. This role sits right at the heart of our commitment to community-led action and advocacy. “It has been fantastic to watch and support Alex’s growth in our organisation over the last few years, and I am delighted that he has secured this exciting promotion. Alex is a role model for strengths-based working, and he has excelled at building strong relationships across the county in his role as Digital Projects Manager. I am confident that Alex will provide strong leadership to our Community team and look forward to supporting his continued growth with FVAF.” said Nick Penny, Head of Operations at FVAF. Both of these appointments reflect our belief in investing in people and recognising internal talent. They will play a key role in shaping FVAF’s future and deepening our impact across the Forest of Dean. We couldn’t be prouder to see Deb and Alex step into these roles. For media enquires contact communications@fvaf.org.uk or 01594 822073. -END - Notes to editor: Established in 1994, Forest Voluntary Action Forum (FVAF) is the Voluntary Service Council and Volunteer Centre for the Forest of Dean The charity offers support to local citizens, community groups and activities including support and development advice, training, networking meetings, facilitating representation, volunteer recruitment, volunteer placement and support In addition, FVAF delivers projects with and for the local community, including Youth Support Service, Holiday Activity and Food Programme, The Gloucestershire Digi Partnership, The Forest Compass Directory, Walking with Wheels Head office - Forest Voluntary Action Forum, Ow Bist – Forest Community Space, Dockham Rd, Cinderford , Glos. GL14 2AN.

Vullnetarizmi Si qendër vullnetare për Pyllin e Deanit, ne jemi këtu për t'ju ndihmuar të rekrutoni dhe menaxhoni vullnetarë Vullnetarizmi ynë i ri broshurë e mbushur me detaje të vullnetarizmit lokal mundësitë janë jashtë tani KLIKONI PËR TË SHKARKONI Ose merrni një kopje në bibliotekën tuaj lokale ose në Qendrën e Komunitetit Si Qendra Vullnetare për Pylli i Dekanit ne jemi shpesh pika e parë e kontaktit për këdo që është i interesuar për vullnetarizëm. Vitin e kaluar ne ishim krenarë që mbështetëm mbi 100,000 orë vullnetarizëm në zonë! FVAF promovon dhe reklamon një gamë të gjerë mundësish vullnetarizmi nga organizata që ndajnë etikën tonë në mbështetjen e vullnetarëve dhe njohjen e një gamë të gjerë arsyesh pse njerëzit zgjedhin të dalin vullnetarë. Pse vullnetar? Vullnetarizmi ka një sërë përfitimesh të mëdha, jo vetëm për ju individualisht, por për komunitetin tuaj dhe botën ku jetojmë. Nëse dëshironi të përmirësoni CV-në tuaj, të takoni njerëz të rinj, të përdorni aftësitë tuaja në përdorim të mirë, të mësoni diçka të re, të ndiqni një interes, të ofroni përvojë ose thjesht të bëni një ndryshim, ne jemi të garantuar që të kemi një mundësi për ju! Ju mund të mësoni për këto mundësi në mënyrat e mëposhtme: Kërko mundësitë në Do-it.org Na telefononi në 01594 822073 Kontaktoni nëpërmjet email Na vizitoni në FVAF Hënë - Prem 9:00 - 1:00 ( Udhëzime ) Nëse po kërkoni të dilni vullnetar si pjesë e një grupi të madh, për shembull si pjesë e vullnetarizmit të korporatës, atëherë ne kemi gjithashtu një gamë të gjerë mundësish për të zgjedhur. Get the latest volunteer opportunities - direct to your mailbox! Sign up to receive our regular email Volunteer Newsletter: SIGN UP HELP FOR GROUPS - recruiting & managing volunteers Si një qendër e vetme për të gjitha gjërat vullnetare, ne përdorim një metodologji shumëplanëshe për t'ju dhënë mundësinë më të mirë të mundshme për të rekrutuar dhe mbajtur vullnetarë të vlefshëm. Kjo përfshin sa vijon: Reklamimi i mundësive tuaja në Do-it.org Promovimi i mundësive tuaja për anëtarët e publikut të referuar tek ne ose nëpërmjet funksionit tonë të hyrjes. Reklamimi i mundësive tuaja në faqet tona në Facebook dhe Twitter Promovimi i mundësive tuaja për shërbimet lokale që mbështesin vullnetarizmin p.sh. Qendra e Punës, LearnDirect dhe 2GetherTrust Reklamimi i mundësive tuaja në mbi 30 ngjarje në vit Dërgimi i mundësive tuaja te bizneset lokale që ofrojnë vullnetarizëm të mbështetur nga punëdhënësi Promovimi i mundësive përkatëse në shkolla, kolegje dhe universitete Shpërndarja e mundësive tuaja në bazën tonë të të dhënave vullnetare me mbi 1000 njerëz Promovimi i mundësive tuaja në një sërë rrjetesh, duke përfshirë Know Your Patch As a one-stop-shop for all things volunteering, we can help you find, and keep, the perfect volunteer: Get in touch - call us on 01594 822073, via email or visit us at FVAF, Ow Bist - Forest Community Space, Dockham Road, Cinderford GL14 2AN (Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm)

Photo: L to R County Cllr Ray Donaghue, Chris Brown (FVAF CEO) & Reuben Brown, Tom Cousins, Cinderford Town Mayor Roger Sterry & Cllr Sid Phelps Local Councillors Celebrate New Community Mural Marking FVAF's 30th Anniversary Striking artwork brings together decades of Forest of Dean community action Local councillors visited Cinderford earlier this month to view a vibrant new community mural celebrating the Forest of Dean's heritage of grassroots activism and marking Forest Voluntary Action Forum's 30th anniversary. Councillors from Cinderford Town Council and County Councillor Ray Donaghue toured the large-scale artwork, which was made possible through funding from Gloucestershire County Council's Build Back Better Fund. A Community-Led Design The mural emerged from summer workshops where local residents shared stories, memories, and perspectives spanning decades of community action. Local artist Tom Cousins transformed these diverse voices into a unified artwork capturing the enduring spirit of volunteerism that defines the area. The design bridges past and present, from early 20th century Friendly Society Banners to today's environmental campaigns. It showcases grassroots volunteer-led groups, community choirs and music festivals, local food networks, sports clubs, and community-owned shops and pubs. References to the area as the "land between two rivers" ground the celebration in the Forest of Dean's distinctive landscape and character. Catherine Best, Communications & Fundraising Manager at FVAF, said: "This mural wasn't just about improving the look of our new community building – it's about celebrating who we are as a community and the pride we have in our local heritage. Every time you look at it, you see something different. We've had a fantastic response from local people stopping to take a look, taking pictures and discussing what they see and what it means to them. We hope it will serve as both a reminder of the rich heritage of community action in our past and an inspiration for the future." Part of a Wider Transformation The mural is part of FVAF's transformation of the former doctor's surgery into a welcoming, inclusive community space for everyone in Cinderford and the wider district. For over 30 years, FVAF has helped local people turn ideas into action through resources, guidance, and networking opportunities. The organisation works with over 800 community groups annually to make the Forest of Dean an even better place to live. For more information, contact communications@fvaf.org.uk or 01594 822073.

We Celebrate our Outstanding Volunteers! Winners crowned at annual Forest Volunteer Awards event... The Forest of Dean's most dedicated volunteers took centre stage this week at our annual Forest Volunteer Awards, held on Tuesday 2 September at the AccXel Construction School in Cinderford! People's Champion Takes Top Honours Ian Gower claimed the evening's most coveted award – Volunteer of the Year (People's Champion) – following a public vote that attracted over 3,500 participants. Ian's tireless work spans multiple organisations including CANDI, Mitcheldean Youth Club, and Scarr Bandstand, where he inspires young people through STEM education, drawing on his engineering background with Rolls Royce. Community Groups Recognised for Vital Work Several local organisations received recognition for their outstanding community contributions. The Salvation Army Community Hub in Coleford won Community Organisation of the Year for providing comprehensive support services including food assistance and domestic violence support. The Sharing Kitchen in Newent claimed the Grassroots Voluntary Group award, having transformed from a winter soup kitchen into a thriving community hub since launching in November 2024. Meanwhile, Music for Memories received the FoD Dementia Action Alliance Accessibility & Inclusion Award for positively impacting nearly 200 lives through personalised music therapy. We Rewarded Resilience Brockweir Village Shop and Café earned our ESV Business in the Community Award, demonstrating remarkable resilience after rebuilding following devastating fire damage in 2023. Volunteers worked tirelessly through an 18-month reconstruction to reopen the vital community facility. We Recognised Environmental Action Our newly introduced Community Climate Action Award went to the Save the Wye Campaign, recognising the group's creative activism in bringing national attention to the environmental crisis facing the River Wye. We Celebrated Future Leaders and Lifetime Achievement Our ceremony highlighted emerging community leaders, with Moss Thornton taking home our Young Volunteer of the Year honours for outstanding work as a Youth Expert and Youth Worker with Gloucestershire Health and Care Trust and Forest Pulse. Albert Weager received our Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 for his decades of community service as a representative and advocate for improved healthcare in the Forest of Dean. Celebrating Community Spirit "So much of what happens within our community is because of people who give their time and energy for free," said Deb Cook, Volunteering Manager at FVAF. "We're so proud to host this event and make a massive fuss about the incredible work that goes on in groups and organisations large and small. The work carried out by these volunteers is absolutely crucial to so many." Hosted by Steve Knibbs (BBC News Presenter) and Les Love (Dean Radio), our award winners were announced by guest presenters; Simon Murray (Vice chair, trustee of FVAF and chair of the Forest of Dean branch of CPRE), Cllr Jackie Dale, Cabinet Member for Thriving Communities FoDDC, Piers Cardiff (new Co-ordinator of FoDCAP), Tyler Josh Carpenter (volunteer at SARA (Severn Area Rescue Association) AND winner of last year’s Forest Young Volunteer of the Year), Dame Janet Trotter (DBE CVO), Nick Penny (FVAF Programme Manager). The celebration evening was made possible through generous sponsorship from local organisations, KW Bell Group and AccXel Construction Centre , Cinderhill Farm , Float in the Forest , Forest of Dean Climate Action Partnership (FODCAP) , Forest of Dean District Council , Mid Counties Co-operative and Pedalabikeaway . We received hundreds of nominations following their summer call for submissions, with an expert panel handling the challenging task of shortlisting candidates across all categories. FOREST VOLUNTEER AWARD WINNERS 2025: Volunteer of the Year – Peoples’ Champion WINNER: Ian Gower: CANDI, Mitcheldean Youth Club, Scarr Bandstand Highly Commended: Carol Austin: Sedbury Space Laura Dovey: Taurus Crafts Annie George: Forest Exchange Glynis Halling: The Victoria Centre, Lydney Dial-a-Ride, Dr Charley's Lunch Club Julie Holder: Packed with Love Young Volunteer of the Year 21yrs & under WINNER: Moss Thornton: Youth Expert and Youth Worker with Gloucestershire Health and Care Trust and Forest Pulse Highly Commended: Chloe Watts - Her Game Too and Bristol Rovers Women Ambassador Community Organisation of the Year WINNER: Salvation Army Community Hub Highly Commended: Forest of Dean Writers Collection Project and Dean Green Team Grassroots Group of the Year WINNER: The Sharing Kitchen Highly Commended: Cinderford Town FC (Youth Team)  Forest Wombles Business in the Community Award WINNER: Brockweir Village Shop & Cafe Highly Commended: Dean Forest Food Hub FoD Dementia Action Alliance Accessibility & Inclusion Award WINNER: Music for Memories Highly Commended: Skillzone – Preparation for Adulthood Community Climate Action Award (sponsored by FoDCAP) WINNER: Save the Wye Campaign Highly Commended: Yorkley Village Garden Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 – Albert Weager - community representative and advocate for better healthcare in the Forest of Dean For media enquires contact communications@fvaf.org.uk or 01594 822073. END - Notes to editor: Established in 1994, Forest Voluntary Action Forum (FVAF) is the Voluntary Service Council and Volunteer Centre for the Forest of Dean The charity offers support to local citizens, community groups and activities including support and development advice, training, networking meetings, facilitating representation, volunteer recruitment, volunteer placement and support In addition, FVAF delivers projects with and for the local community, including Forest of Dean Youth Association, Holiday, Activities and Food Programme, The Forest Compass Directory, Walking with Wheels FVAF receives some financial support from the Forest of Dean District Council and funds activities through external funding opportunities Head office - Forest Voluntary Action Forum, Ow Bist – Forest Community Space, Dockham Road, Cinderford , Glos. GL14 2AN.

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

Shoqata e Rinisë Pyjore Shoqata Rinore Forest of Dean është këtu për të ofruar ndihmë dhe mbështetje për të rinjtë dhe klubet, grupet ose organizatat rinore. Bëni miq të rinj Përfshihuni në komunitetin tuaj Ndiqni një interes Provoni diçka të re Mësoni aftësi të reja Vullnetar Bëni një botë më të mirë Vullnetarizmi Ka shumë mundësi vullnetare si për të rinjtë ashtu edhe për të rriturit. Nëse jeni një i ri që kërkoni punë vullnetare për të bërë në kohën tuaj të lirë, për të fituar më shumë aftësi ose si pjesë e programit tuaj DofE, ju lutemi na telefononi ose na vizitoni https://do-it.org/ Në mënyrë të ngjashme, nëse jeni një i rritur që ka aftësi dhe njohuri ose dëshironi të mbështesni një organizatë rinore brenda Pyllit të Deanit, ju lutemi kontaktoni pasi ka shumë organizata që do ta vlerësonin mbështetjen tuaj. Anëtarësimi i lidhur për Klubin / Organizatën tuaj Kur anëtarësoheni në Shoqatën Rinore të Forest of Dean, do të keni të drejtën për gamën tonë të plotë të shërbimeve, e cila ofron këshilla dhe mbështetje në të gjitha aspektet e drejtimit të një organizate si e juaja. Ne gjithashtu drejtojmë një kalendar aktivitetesh në të cilat vullnetarët dhe të rinjtë tuaj mund të marrin pjesë me një tarifë nominale. Për detaje të plota të përfitimeve ose për të regjistruar klubin tuaj, klikoni në lidhjet e mëposhtme Përfitimet e anëtarësimit të Shoqatës Rinore për Klubet Formulari i Anëtarësimit të Shoqatës Rinore për Klube Detajet e Kontaktit Për Më shumë Informacion Nëse dëshironi të dini më shumë për ndonjë nga projektet ose ngjarjet tona ose si të përfshiheni, ju lutemi kontaktoni me Zyrtaren tonë për Zhvillimin e Shoqatës Rinore, Alethea Bumpstead në FodYouthAssociation@fvaf.org.uk For More Information If you would like to know about any of our projects or events or how to get involved, please get in touch with us at hi.ya @fvaf.org.uk Mbeshtetje financiare Forest of Dean Youth Association me krenari merr mbështetje financiare nga këshillat e qytetit të Cinderford dhe Coleford. Nëse këshilli juaj i famullisë ose qytetit dëshiron të dijë më shumë rreth Forest of Dean Youth Association ose se si mund të na mbështesni, ju lutemi kontaktoni duke dërguar email FodYouthAssociation@fvaf.org.uk

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

Forumi i Lidhësve të Komunitetit - Njihni Rrjetin tuaj Patch Supporting Strong and Thriving Communities with Know Your Patch Mbështetja e komuniteteve të forta dhe të lulëzuara me Know Your Patch Pjesa e "Njihni patchin tuaj" të Forumit të Lidhësve të Komunitetit (CCF) lidh Sektorin Vullnetar dhe Komunitar, Shërbimet Statutore dhe banorët vendas në një mënyrë që krijon mënyra më të mira të punës. Rrjeti Forest of Dean Know Your Patch është projektuar për të lidhur Sektorin Vullnetar dhe Komunitar, Shërbimet Statutore dhe banorët vendas në një mënyrë që krijon mënyra më të mira të punës e cila përfundimisht forcon komunitetet tona. Kjo 'ofertë e komunitetit' është veçanërisht jetike në parandalimin ose vonimin e përshkallëzimit të nevojave shëndetësore. Ne organizojmë ngjarje tremujore në të gjithë Pyllin e Deanit, ku ftojmë palët e interesuara të bashkohen në diskutimin rreth asaj që ka rëndësi në komunitetin e tyre dhe se si shërbimet dhe grupet e sektorit vullnetar mund të ndihmojnë në mbështetjen e kësaj. Çdo ngjarje Know Your Patch është FALAS dhe e hapur për këdo që dëshiron të jetë pjesë e bisedës. Nëse dëshironi të merrni pjesë, ju lutemi telefononi në 01594 822073 ose email help4groups@fvaf.org.uk . Ne gjithashtu dërgojmë e-mail dhe përditësime të rregullta në Rrjetin tonë "Njih Your Patch" në lidhje me atë që po ndodh në Forest of Dean. Nëse dëshironi të bashkoheni në këtë rrjet, ju lutemi abonohuni këtu . Falë financimit nga Këshilli i Qarkut Gloucestershire , Know Your Patch është gjithashtu i disponueshëm në çdo rreth tjetër në Gloucestershire. Nëse dëshironi të mësoni më shumë rreth këtyre, ju lutemi vizitoni këtu . Këtu janë disa nga hulumtimet që nënvizojnë të menduarit tonë: "Ne të gjithë duhet të luajmë një rol për të ndihmuar individët dhe komunitetet që të zhvillojnë kapitalin social. Ekziston një njohje në rritje se megjithëse grupet dhe komunitetet sociale të pafavorizuara kanë një sërë nevojash komplekse dhe të ndërlidhura, ato gjithashtu kanë asete në nivel social dhe komunitar. që mund të ndihmojë në përmirësimin e shëndetit dhe forcimin e qëndrueshmërisë ndaj problemeve shëndetësore" (The Kings Fund, 2018) "Ata me marrëdhënie të përshtatshme shoqërore kishin një shkallë mbijetese 50 për qind më të madhe krahasuar me individët me marrëdhënie të dobëta sociale" (Holt-Lunstad et al 2010) "Rrjetet sociale janë treguar të jenë po aq parashikues të fuqishëm të vdekshmërisë sa edhe mënyra e zakonshme e jetesës dhe rreziqet klinike si pirja e moderuar e duhanit, konsumi i tepërt i alkoolit, obeziteti dhe kolesteroli i lartë dhe presioni i gjakut" (Pantell et al 2013; Holt-Lunstad et al, 2010). . "Mbështetja sociale është veçanërisht e rëndësishme në rritjen e elasticitetit dhe nxitjen e rikuperimit nga sëmundja" (Pevalin dhe Rose, 2003) "Mungesa e rrjeteve sociale dhe mbështetjes e bën më të vështirë vetërregullimin e sjelljes dhe ndërtimin e vullnetit dhe elasticitetit me kalimin e kohës, duke çuar në përfshirje në sjellje të pashëndetshme" (Cacioppo dhe Patrick 2009). "Pjesëmarrja në komunitet redukton izolimin, përjashtimin dhe vetminë" (Farrell dhe Bryant 2009; Sevigny et al 2010; Ryan-Collins et al 2008) "Kapitali i fortë social përmirëson shanset për të shmangur rreziqet e stilit të jetesës si duhanpirja" (Folland 2008; Brown et al, 2006) Autumn Programme 2025 September 2nd (Short) Thriving Communities The TC grant was launched in August. Come along and find out more about it and hear about the work that has been funded through the scheme. 16th (Short) Digital Inclusion Strategy – Stakeholder Engagement with GCC This session will be led by those involved in the Digital Inclusion Project in Gloucestershire. 30th (Short) Health in the Forest A focus on health-related matters and support that is available in our locality. October 14th (In-person) Spotlight on Cinderford This meeting will take the form of a walk around the town visiting some of the projects that are being led by FKYP members and partners. We will meet at Ow Bist Forest Community Space and follow a route round Cinderford. 28th (Short) FODCAP Update Come along and hear about developments and updates on project in the Forest. November 11th (Short) Community Support Showcasing the work of several community groups who work for the benefit of the Forest Community. 25th (Long) Health in the Forest Another session where we will focus on health-related matters and support that is available in our locality. Please note The meeting on October 14th will be in-person and an opportunity for all those attending to network. All other meetings are online on MS Teams. The invitation will be sent out at the beginning of the season and then the link will be added to the regular reminder email – together with meeting notes from the previous session and the Agenda for the meeting If you would like to deliver a presentation at a forthcoming meeting or there is a topic that you would like to be addressed, please contact Teresa Rose, FKYP Facilitator at fodkyp@fvaf.org.uk to discuss this further. We look forward to seeing you in the forthcoming weeks.

Bëhuni anëtar i FVAF Duke u bërë anëtar i FVAF-it, ju na ndihmoni të vazhdojmë të ofrojmë një shërbim mbështetës jetik për sektorin vullnetar dhe komunitar në Pylli i Dekanit . FVAF vepron si një avokat për veprime vullnetare dhe komunitare aty ku është e përshtatshme në nivel rrethi, qarku dhe kombëtar, dhe sa më shumë anëtarë të përfaqësojmë, aq më i fortë është zëri ynë. Prandaj, anëtarët konsultohen për çështjet që ndikojnë në sektorin vullnetar dhe komunitar në Pyllin e Dekanit dhe atë që ne synojmë të arrijmë si organizatë. Si anëtar, do të gëzoni akses në shërbimet tona të zyrës, tarifa të reduktuara të printimit dhe kopjimit, promovimin e vendeve të lira të punës vullnetare për grupin tuaj dhe marrjen me qira pa pagesë të një sërë pajisjesh zyre. Kjo perfshin: Afisho tabelat Lak i dëgjimit Projektor dixhital dhe ekran Sistemi PA Flip Charts Tavolinë e gjatë e palosshme Urnë e furnizimit me ujë të nxehtë Gazebo (kërkohet donacion 5 £) Nëse dëshironi të bëheni anëtar i FVAF-it, ju lutemi klikoni në butonin Join FVAF në të djathtë dhe plotësoni formularin. Për detaje të mëtejshme telefononi në 01594 822073 Është FALAS të bëhesh anëtar i FVAF për të hyrë në të gjitha shërbimet tona mbështetëse Bashkohuni me FVAF

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

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!