Active Herefordshire and Worcestershire Events

Active Herefordshire and Worcestershire have been established to be the strategic lead for Sport & Physical Activity across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Its vision – to create a healthier and more active two counties.

It is a not for profit organisation and part of a network of Active Partnerships across England. Its purpose is to lead on the delivery and discovery of sport and physical activity across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. First Aid, Safeguarding, Walk Leader, Digital Marketing and Fundraising are just a few examples of topics you can study with Active Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

To find out more visit the active Herefordshire and Worcestershire events and training for volunteers pages

Events | Active Herefordshire & Worcestershire

Training for Volunteers | Active Herefordshire & Worcestershire

Community Organising

Community Organisers is a UK network that supports people and groups to build stronger communities through community organising. They offer training and support to empower local leaders and VCSE organisations to engage residents, address local issues, and create positive change.

Our training courses equip people to develop their understanding and practice of community organising so that together we will transform communities for good.

Their programmes focus on building skills in relationship-building, campaigning, and community leadership to help organisations amplify their impact.

Learn more about their work and training opportunities at Community Organisers by clicking the link below.

The heart of community organising in England | Community Organisers

Directory of Social Change DSC

Directory of Social Change (DSC) offers comprehensive online charity training covering essential topics for VCSE organisations. Their courses include fundraising, governance, finance and law, personal development, communication, management, and leadership.

Below are is some of the training available

• Fundraising, governance, finance and law, personal development, communication and management & leadership and more.

• Fundraising training, 

• Management & leadership training, 

• Personal development training, 

• Finance & law training, 

• Governance training, 

• Marketing & communications training

The training portfolio features specialist modules in fundraising, management and leadership, personal development, finance and legal compliance, governance, and marketing and communications—supporting VCSE groups to build skills and strengthen organisational effectiveness.

Click the link below to sign up.

Directory of Social Change - Charity training

Elements Portal Training

Elements Training offers online courses designed to help VCSE organisations build skills in areas such as leadership, fundraising, marketing, and digital tools. Their flexible, self-paced training is ideal for staff and volunteers looking to develop practical knowledge to improve organisational impact.

Available Courses:

• Introduction to the Roles of Chair, Secretary and Treasurer

• Introduction to Inclusive Volunteering Practice

• Introduction to Volunteers and the Law

• Introduction to Setting up a Charity

• Introduction to Cyber Security

• Introduction to Understanding Climate Change

• Introduction to Children and Young People’s Safeguarding

• Introduction to Volunteering

• Getting to Grips with Your Charity Governing Document

• Essentials of Charity Finance

• Good Fundraising: Success with Grant Applications

• Good Governance

• Adult Safeguarding Essentials

Courses cover key topics like strategic planning, communication, and project management, helping VCSE groups to grow and sustain their work effectively.

Explore available courses and sign up at Elements Training below.

Elements Training Portal

The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP)

Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP) offers training programmes and resources to support skills development and economic growth in the Worcestershire region. While primarily focused on business and enterprise, WLEP’s training can benefit VCSE organisations seeking to build capacity in areas like digital skills, leadership, and project management.

Their initiatives help local organisations improve efficiency, innovation, and community impact through tailored learning opportunities.

Explore available training and support at WLEP Training by clicking the link below.

Training - Worcestershire LEP

VCSE UK - Free Online Training

VCSE UK is offering 600 free online training places aimed at strengthening the skills and knowledge of voluntary, community, and social enterprise organisations. These sessions cover a wide range of topics relevant to VCSE groups, including governance, funding, digital skills, safeguarding, and wellbeing. Below are some of the courses.

Available Courses:

• Digital  

• Wellbeing  

• Social Skills

• Life Skills   

• Business   

• Employability

The training is designed to be flexible and accessible, helping organisations build capacity and improve their services to better support their communities.

Find out more and sign up for the free courses at VCSE UK Free Training Places.

600 Free Online Training Places – Sign Up Now | News | VCSE news & resources East Riding

Worcestershire VCSE Alliance Learning

The VCSE Alliance offers a range of opportunities to develop skills and knowledge for individuals and organisations in the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector. Current training programmes include offerings from Active Herefordshire and Worcestershire, Bromsgrove and Redditch Network (B.A.R.N.), Young Solutions, and the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Wellbeing and Recovery College. These opportunities are designed to enhance capacity, support wellbeing, and improve professional expertise within the sector.

For more details, visit the VCSE Alliance Learning page.

Learning - VCSE training - Worcestershire VCSE Alliance