Join us for Small Charities Week 2024 as we celebrate and uplift some of the small charities and micro-organisations Blueprint for All works with as part of the Community Leadership Academy.
Introducing the Community Leadership Academy
The Community Leadership Academy supports volunteers from non-profit and micro organisations build their leadership skills. It provides an opportunity to develop new skills, gain valuable experience, and expand professional networks. Additionally, participants can enhance their resumes and increase their employability. This programme is designed to be flexible, allowing individuals to balance their participation with other commitments. In a world dominated by large organisations and extensive networks, the significance of small charities often goes unnoticed. However, these smaller entities play a crucial role in creating meaningful change at a grassroots level. In acknowledgement of this, we’re highlighting some of the amazing organisations who work with us as part of the Community Leadership Academy for Small Charities Week.
Who are Voices?
Meet VOICES. We have chosen to spotlight this charity because we deeply believe in the importance of their work and highly value the impact they are making in the community. VOICES is dedicated to providing support and resources to women from all walks of life, giving them a voice where it’s needed the most. Their commitment to positive change aligns perfectly with the values of our programme, and we are proud to support and showcase their efforts.
“I volunteer as a programme lead and workshop facilitator for VOICES – we are a Community Interest Company (CIC). Our mission is to empower women through our ‘Speak Up, Speak Loud, Speak Together’ virtual programme,” shares Nikki Patel, a volunteer of the organisation. “VOICES is 100% volunteer-run, with women of colour forming the majority of our team and as well as our participants. I joined the team a year ago as I am passionate about addressing inequality in a practical way. Since then, I have witnessed women flourishing through our programme which is very rewarding to see. The safe space we co-create with participants fosters learning for all (including myself!) and enriching experiences towards our goal of fair representation.”