We are excited to announce the launch of the Dorset Voluntary and Community Sector Assembly (VCSA) Virtual Webinar Series, a new initiative designed to bring together the voluntary sector in Dorset to discuss key topics, share insights, and address the needs of our vibrant community. Starting with our inaugural webinar, we will host an average of one webinar per month, providing a platform for meaningful dialogue about the challenges and opportunities facing the voluntary and community sector (VCS) in Dorset.
Each webinar will focus on critical VCS topics, including the specific support and resources needed from key partners such as NHS Dorset/Our Dorset and Dorset Council/BCP Council. From funding opportunities to integrated care initiatives, these sessions will offer updates on system-wide developments, practical guidance, and opportunities for collaboration. We aim to create an open space where your voice matters, ensuring the priorities and challenges of the VCS are heard and addressed.
The series will be shaped by your feedback, with opportunities to submit questions in advance and participate in quick surveys to guide future topics. Our goal is to make these webinars accessible, engaging, and relevant, with concise summaries and resources to keep you informed without overwhelming your schedule. Join us to stay connected, share your insights, and help shape the support the voluntary sector needs to thrive in Dorset.
You can watch all the recorded virtual exchanges via the links provided below.
Series One
- Dorset VCSA Virtual Exchange Series One: Who Are We? (Webinar 1/3) – 26th June 2025
- Dorset VSCA Virtual Exchange Series One: Question Time (Webinar 2/3) – 31st July 2025
- Dorset VCSA: Navigating Neighbourhood Health & Dorset VCSA Priorities (Webinar 3/3) – 21st August 2025
Series Two
Book your place here for the September, October and November virtual exchanges.
- Dorset VCSA Virtual Exchange Series Two: ‘Who’s Who in the Dorset ICS: Find out more about our NHS Partners’ (Webinar 1/3- Thursday 25th September 2025
- Dorset Virtual Exchange (2/3)- Thursday 23rd October 2025 – Local Authorities & the ICS: A New Era of Collaboration – Link to be added after online event
- Dorset Virtual Exchange (3/3)- Thursday 27th November 2025 – Partnership in Practice: The Role of the Voluntary Sector & System Integration – Link to be added after online event