From chats with people in very different #smallcharities, it strikes me just how similar their challenges seem – even when the work is completely different. Am I right? If you work in a UK charity, I’d love to know your answer to this quick poll: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #ThirdSecotor

First impressions are often wrong. A short reflection from volunteering at a Birmingham drop-in – via olives, porridge and spiders. michaelgrimes.co.uk/why-i-try-to... #Volunteering #CommunityWork #LivedExperience #BetterDecisions #PurposeDriven #FirstImpressions #ReflectivePractice #HumanCentred

I used to think Whoops! Apocalypse was a farcical satire. I am physically shaking from hearing Trump.

B'ham City Council has published its proposed West Moseley Traffic Reduction Scheme. Details, which involves a modal filter on Moor Green Lane South, and a consultation are online. There will also be two local drop in events. www.birminghambeheard.org.uk/bcc/westmose...

On Sunday, Ukrainian refugees planted 27 shrubs in Balsall Heath, Birmingham – one for each area of Ukraine. Each shrub has a QR code linking to its region's Wikipedia entry – a way to share Ukrainian culture while saying thank you to Birmingham for its support. #Birmingham #Ukraine #Community

I've built a little tool to help small charities and community groups cut through unhelpful marketing advice and focus on what actually matters to them. I'd love people in the sector to try it out and tell me how it can be better. Links and more info in here 👇 michaelgrimes.co.uk/cut-the-crap...

If you're self-employed in Birmingham and procrastinating about your Tax Return, you can use Moseley Exchange for free on Thurs 12 Dec – with wifi, coffee, and help if you need it. moseleyexchange.com/let-us-take-... #birmingham #moseley #SelfAssessment #TaxReturn #MoseleyExchange #MoseleyCDT