Could you make better use of MindWell in your role? Join this free online training session to learn how to confidently use MindWell when supporting others. Ideal for social prescribers, peer support workers, carers, volunteers and anyone in a signposting role. Thursday 16 July - 11.30am - Online

Two Leeds hospices are strengthening their partnership to improve community palliative and end of life care.

Could AI become the next digital inclusion challenge? A new national report suggests smaller charities risk being left behind as artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday working life. forumcentral.org.uk/how-charitie...

Supporting young people into good education, employment and training is everyone's business. We're at today's Inclusive Growth Partnership event, joining partners from across Leeds to discuss how we can work together to prevent youth disengagement and create better opportunities for young people.

Ever thought about writing a novel? Join YA fantasy author K L Kaine at Leeds Central Library to hear about the realities of becoming a published author, alongside practical writing tips and advice for aspiring writers. Wednesday 8 July Leeds Central Library Free to attend

Could you help inspire the next generation of care workers? The Department of Health and Social Care are looking for care workers to feature in a new national recruitment campaign celebrating adult social care. ✔ Care home workers ✔ Domiciliary care workers ✔ Shared Lives carers

Stay safe during hot weather Leeds City Council has launched Cool Spaces across the city, offering free indoor places where people can cool down, rest and access drinking water.

Could you help someone stay in work? Healthy Working Life is offering free vocational rehabilitation training for health and social care staff and volunteers across West Yorkshire.

How do we support each other through organisational change? Join Compassionate Leeds for a free online Trauma-Informed Community of Practice exploring practical ways to support colleague. Tomorrow - Thursday 2 July - 2.30pm–4.30pm - Online www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-be-...

Pride Place Open Mic! Thurs 2nd July 7-9pm An inclusive space for the LGBTQIA+ community Come and share your talent: comedy, music, poetry, magic... ALL levels of experience welcome ! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgbtqia-op... @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @mesmac.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social

Join Scope for a celebration of disabled identity, community and inclusion. Leeds Disability Pride will bring people together for inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, creative activities and opportunities to connect with others. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leeds-disa...

Are you leading change in your community or looking to develop your leadership skills? Applications are now open for the West Yorkshire Community Leaders Programme. This fully funded programme includes leadership training, one-to-one coaching, networking opportunities and ILM recognition.

Community organisations across Leeds can apply for funding to deliver blood pressure awareness and testing projects. Priority is given to projects: deprived communities, men, Black African, African Caribbean, South Asian communities, smokers and people living with obesity.

A new £2.7 million National Lottery-funded programme will support social clubs across England over the next five years. The initiative will help strengthen community spaces through funding, community organisers, business support, networking opportunities and advocacy.

Another fantastic day for Learning Disability Week at The Being Social Marketplace event, representing Forum Central and our members activities As a partner of Leeds Sexual Health, we were promoting their clinics, drop in sessions, outreach and other services. The sperm keyrings are still a hit!

Leeds VCSEs can apply for funding to deliver blood pressure awareness and testing projects. Attend an information session on 23 June, 10am, Visit our website for more. forumcentral.org.uk/community-bl...

How can we create a fairer and healthier Leeds? A free Health Equity training programme is available for colleagues working across health and social care, helping participants understand health inequalities and develop practical ways to make a difference.

Funding is available for community organisations across West Yorkshire to help more people walk, wheel and cycle with confidence. Grants of up to £5,000 are available for one-off projects, with larger grants of up to £50,000 for long-term walking and cycling hubs.

Live from Leeds Learning Disability People’s Parliament’s Council Chambers Takeover. Today, people with learning disabilities are taking over the Council Chambers to share their experiences, raise important issues and help shape decisions that affect their lives.

Have you or someone you care about been affected by cancer? Join OPAL's free Cancer Summer Roadshow for a day of information, support and wellbeing activities. Hear from local organisations, explore support services, take part in activities and connect with others in a welcoming environment. Monda

VCSE organisations across West Yorkshire are invited to explore future partnership opportunities at two events hosted by The Growth Company this June. Learn more about programmes being delivered across the region, connect with other organisations and discuss future opportunities for collaboration.

What should the new NHS Trust be called? The merger of Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust is moving forward with plans for a new integrated organisation from April 2027.

Join HATCH LCP for an interactive session exploring vital contributions VCSE's make to the health and wellbeing of local people. Tuesday 16 June Arrive from 2:30pm for 3pm start Roundhay Parochial Hall, 5 Fitzroy Drive, Leeds, LS8 4AB For more information contact: [email protected]

We’re recruiting: Team Admin Coordinator (Volition & LOPF) We’re looking for a full-time Team Admin Coordinator to join our shared team in Leeds city centre. For more information about this role, please visit our website: forumcentral.org.uk/job-vacancy-... Closing date: Friday 12 June 2026

Really valuable to hear Dr Temitope Ademosu and Debbie Watters speak with such practical clarity about how peace can move from an abstract idea into real change across our homes, streets and communities.

Mental Health Awareness Week Marketplace Event Join @touchstonesupport.bsky.social and Forum Central at Leeds Kirkgate Market on Wednesday 13 May for a free drop-in event bringing together over 25 organisations supporting mental health and wellbeing across Leeds and West Yorkshire. Whether you are

𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 Join us during Mental Health Awareness Week to meet over 25 services from across Leeds and find out what support is available for mental health and wellbeing. This free drop-in event is open to everyone. Wednesday 13 May , 10.00am–2.00pm at Kirkgate Market

𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: The Children, Young People and Families Networking Event St George’s Centre, Leeds Tuesday 30 June 2026 10:30am–2:30pm A chance for third sector, NHS and local authority colleagues to connect, share learning and strengthen partnerships.

It was good to bring Health and Care Leaders together yesterday. There’s a lot changing across the Leeds health and care system, and this session felt like an important moment to pause, share thinking, and hear directly from partners.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at yesterday’s Healthy Working Life event and shared their learning. It was valuable to come together to reflect on the impact of the Healthy Working Life programme in Leeds and hear directly from grant holders about the difference their work is making.

COVID-19 Spring Booster and RSV vaccinations are now underway. If you’re eligible, you can now book your appointment. Find out who can get vaccinated and how to access support in our latest update: forumcentral.org.uk/covid-19-spr...

SEND inspection underway in Leeds. This week, inspectors are carrying out onsite visits to services as part of the joint Ofsted and CQC inspection. If you haven’t seen it, our blog explains what’s happening and key dates. forumcentral.org.uk/ofsted-and-c...

If you are a VCSE and part of the Third Sector in Leeds, please help us capture your organisation’s current situation in this survey. Follow the link for more info. Https://bit.ly/COPSApril26

What does neighbourhood health mean for the third sector in Leeds? Our latest blog explores what this shift could mean in practice, and why the VCSE sector must be part of the conversation.

The #LocalElections will be held in Leeds on 7th May 2026. Our easy-read guide aims to tell you all you need to know so you're ready to #vote ❎>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/the-may-loca...

Great to hear how the Household Support Fund is making a difference across Leeds. Yesterday’s event at Civic Hall brought organisations together to share impact, make connections and strengthen collaboration. #Leeds #HouseholdSupportFund #VCSE

𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 – 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 Join us during Mental Health Awareness Week to meet over 25 services from across Leeds and find out what support is available for mental health and wellbeing. Free drop-in event 13 May , 10.00am–2.00pm at Kirkgate Market

Thank you to everyone from across our many networks who joined us yesterday. It was great to bring people together at our Joint Networks Meeting to connect, share updates and discuss shared priorities across Leeds. We appreciate everyone who took the time to contribute.

We are really excited to be at @forumcentral.bsky.social and @touchstonesupport.bsky.social's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek Marketplace! It's on Wednesday 13th May from 10am-2pm at Kirkgate Market. There will be stalls from local services who can support your mental health and wellbeing.

Feeling low? Struggling to cope? Text 'BRIGHT' to 85258 for Free, confidential, 24/7 support provided by Shout. From West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership.

There is a free #MentalHealth text service for people in West Yorkshire, provided by Shout. If you are feeling low or struggling to cope, text 'BRIGHT' to 85258 for 24/7, confidential support.

New Inclusive Golf programme launching in Leeds Supporting people to be active, build confidence and connect through sport and green space. 30 April | 4–6pm Leeds Golf Centre Book your place:

These findings highlight the ongoing pressures facing organisations across Leeds. The picture is always evolving. Make sure your organisation’s reality is counted. Take the Cost and Operating Pressures Survey: forumcentral.org.uk/cost-and-operating-pressures-survey

Got an idea but need partners and funding? This programme brings together VCSE organisations, communities and academics to co-design projects and pitch for seed funding. Sign up: forumcentral.org.uk/shape-tomorr...

A huge thank you today to SHANTONA WOMENS & FAMILY SERVICE for letting us use their wonderful space today. It was amazing to have the team together in one place and even better that we got our own balcony. Go Team Forum Central !!

Get connected! Check out the Queer Leeds LGBTQIA+ Community Events Calendar, showcasing not only our Pride Place events but those from partner LGBTQ+ groups across Leeds! @mesmac.bsky.social @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social www.queerleeds.lgbt

Free dementia support event in Wetherby Information, advice and local support all in one place. 11 June 10am–2pm Wetherby Town Hall No booking needed, just come along

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗩𝗖𝗦𝗘 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 Funded places are available for VCSE organisations to attend Basic Life Support (BLS) training, delivered through the NHS Health Check Programme and Leeds GP Confederation.

Intergenerational sport in Leeds Leeds Older People Forum brought together adults and children from ages 9 to 76 for a community sports tournament, challenging stereotypes and building connections across generations. Read more: www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/people/...