Dorset Voluntary and Community Sector Assembly

Adam’s Blog

Introducing Adam’s VCSA Blog: Your New Window into the Heart of Dorset’s Voluntary Sector

We’re excited to launch Adam’s VCSA Blog – a new regular feature that will shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening across Dorset’s voluntary and community sector (VCS) and explore how our four key pillars are driving real change in communities throughout the county.

As we continue to build stronger connections within our sector, this blog will serve as your insider guide to the Assembly’s work, sharing stories of collaboration, highlighting successful partnerships, and diving deep into the principles that underpin everything we do. Whether you’re a grassroots community group, an established charity, or a passionate individual making a difference, this blog is for you.

🔍 🔍 🔍 Exploring Our Four Key Pillars in Action 🔍🔍🔍

Our Four Key Pillars underpin our mission: Communication, Representation, Engagement, and Collaboration, and through this blog, we’ll explore how these pillars come to life in real-world situations across Dorset.

What to Expect 💭💭💭

Each blog post will bring you closer to the work of Dorset VCSA, featuring:

  • Success stories from across the VCS showcasing our four pillars in action
  • Practical guidance on partnership working, funding opportunities, and sector development
  • Updates on policy changes and their impact on voluntary organisations
  • Spotlights on innovative collaborations and community-led initiatives

Join the Conversation 🗣️🗣️🗣️

This blog isn’t just about sharing information – it’s about creating dialogue and fostering the connections that make our sector stronger. Together, these pillars build a robust framework that enhances our ability to respond to community needs, create inclusive opportunities, and drive positive change across Dorset.

We encourage you to engage with each post, share your own experiences, and suggest topics you’d like to see covered. After all, the Assembly belongs to all of us, and your voice matters in shaping its future direction.

📣📣📣 Stay tuned for our first full blog post (in August), where we’ll dive into a recent VCSA/VCS activity, that perfectly demonstrates how our four pillars work together to create lasting impact in Dorset communities.

Ready to be part of the conversation? Contact Adam at adam.martel@dorsetvcsa.co.uk or follow our updates to ensure you don’t miss a single post from Adam’s VCSA Blog.

Together, let’s build a more connected, collaborative, and impactful voluntary sector in Dorset.

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Catch up on Adam’s latest blogs below.

 

Series 1 Four Pillar Series (parts 1-4)