Third Sector Forums
Your voice matters. People across the third sector have a breadth and depth of knowledge and experience of their communities and the people they work with. The forums, hosted by SVE, are your opportunity to come together with others from across the sector to share ideas and practice. By bringing people together the forums enable the third sector to have a stronger, collective voice to influence policy and decision making through both the Community Planning Partnership and the Health and Social Care Partnership.
Health & Social Care
SVE, in partnership with CTSI (Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface), hosts the Health and Social Care Third Sector Forum, which meets quarterly.
The Forum provides an opportunity for third sector organisations and individuals across Stirling and Clackmannanshire to:
- Stay informed about current developments within the Health and Social Care Partnership.
- Hear updates from local representatives on the Integration Joint Board (IJB).
- Share views, experiences and feedback that can help shape local planning and decision-making.
- Connect with other organisations, share learning and build relationships.
The Forum helps ensure that the voice of the third sector, and the people and communities they support, are represented in conversations about health and social care. It provides a space where organisations and individuals can raise issues, share ideas and act as a sounding board for local priorities and plans.
The Forum is open to any organisation, group or individual with an interest in health and social care in its widest sense.
To find out more about the Forum or to suggest an item for the agenda, please contact Gordon at gordon@sventerprise.org.uk.
For further information about forum dates and health and social care you can sign up to the SVE/CTSI Health and Social Care bulletin here.
Finance
SVE, in partnership with CTSI, hosts the Stirling and Clackmannanshire Third Sector Finance Forum, bringing together finance staff, trustees and those with responsibility for financial management across third sector organisations.
The Forum provides a space for organisations to share knowledge, experiences and good practice around the financial challenges and opportunities facing the sector. It supports peer learning, encourages collaboration and helps organisations stay informed about relevant updates, guidance, funding opportunities and changes that may impact their work.
The Forum is an opportunity to connect with colleagues from across the third sector, discuss common challenges, share solutions and strengthen financial resilience within local organisations.
The Forum is open to third sector organisations across Stirling and Clackmannanshire who have an interest in improving their financial knowledge, skills and sustainability.
To find out more about the Finance Forum or to get involved, please contact Lee@sventerprise.org.uk
Social Enterprise
The Forth Valley Social Enterprise Network (FVSEN) brings together social enterprises from across the Forth Valley area, providing opportunities for connection, collaboration and support.
Established by local social enterprises, FVSEN provides a collective voice for the sector, representing the interests and experiences of its members both locally and nationally. The network supports social enterprises at all stages of development, from new organisations starting out to established and growing enterprises.
Through regular meetings and networking opportunities, FVSEN enables members to:
- Connect and share peer support – benefit from the knowledge, skills and experience of other social enterprises.
- Work together to find solutions – raise shared challenges and collaborate on ideas and approaches.
- Share good practice – exchange learning and explore ways to improve and develop services and activities.
- Access opportunities and support – benefit from signposting to funding, training, resources and other relevant support.
By bringing social enterprises together, FVSEN helps strengthen the local social economy, encouraging collaboration, sustainability and positive community impact across Forth Valley.
SVE is committed to facilitating, representing and promoting FVSEN and supporting its members to connect, grow and thrive.
Membership is open to all social enterprises operating across Forth Valley.
To find out more about FVSEN or to become a member, please contact Lee Stevenson at leestevenson@sventerprise.org.uk
Breakfast Club
The Third Sector Breakfast Club provides a regular opportunity for organisations across Stirling to come together, connect and share knowledge.
Held quarterly, each session focuses on a different topic relevant to the third sector, with presentations from guest speakers and opportunities for discussion, learning and collaboration.
The Breakfast Club provides a welcoming space for organisations to:
- Network and build connections – meet other organisations, develop relationships and explore opportunities to work together.
- Share good practice – learn from the experiences, ideas and approaches of others working across the sector.
- Stay informed – hear about relevant topics, developments, opportunities and support available to third sector organisations.
- Collaborate and learn – take part in discussions and share experiences around issues affecting the sector.
The sessions are open to third sector organisations, community groups, social enterprises and anyone with an interest in supporting communities across Stirling.
To find out more about upcoming Breakfast Club sessions or to get involved, please contact rachel@sventerprise.org.uk
