Forest Compass Forest Compass je fizički i online imenik koji navodi mnoge redovne aktivnosti, grupe za podršku i klubove koji su dostupni širom Forest of Dean. Šuma je dom stotinama društvenih i aktivnosti grupa svih vrsta, od grupa za bebe, preko klubova za ručak, muških šupa do kafića za pamćenje. Mnogi su besplatni ili vrlo jeftini za prisustvo i vođenje od strane volontera ili neprofitnih grupa. Nažalost, mnogi ljudi koji bi mogli imati koristi od takvih grupa nisu svjesni nevjerovatnih mogućnosti na svom pragu. ​ Ako vodite volontersku vodeću aktivnost, klub ili grupu za podršku u Forest of Dean, oglašavajte se u fizičkom imeniku Forest Compass i u online imeniku ovdje, BESPLATNO popunjavanjem obrasca ispod. Download OTHER USEFUL DIRECTORIES: ​ YourCircle Check out a local directory to help you find your way around care and support and connect with people, places and activities in Gloucestershire

O FVAF-u O FVAF-u Naša priča Mi smo Vijeće volonterskog servisa i Volonterski centar Dekanske šume. Pružamo pomoć mnogim od stotina dobrovoljnih i društvenih organizacija u Distriktu koje su zauzvrat sposobnije da obavljaju svoj posao ui za lokalnu zajednicu. ​ Od osnivanja 1994. godine razvili smo reputaciju za ohrabrivanje, prihvaćanje i unapređenje djelovanja zajednice u cijeloj Dekanskoj šumi. Vjerujemo da kroz pristupe koje vodi zajednica omogućavamo građanima da razviju vještine, otpornost i društveni kapital kako bi živjeli sretnijim, bolje povezanim životima. Kancelarijske usluge Osoblje i povjerenici Politike Pristupačnost i održivost

Volontiranje Kao Volonterski centar za Dekansku šumu mi smo tu da vam pomognemo da regrutujete i upravljate volonterima Naše novo volontiranje knjižica ispunjena detaljima lokalnog volontiranja prilike sada nestaju KLIKNITE ZA PREUZIMANJE Ili pokupite primjerak u lokalnoj biblioteci ili Community Hubu Kao Volonterski centar za Forest of Dean mi smo često prva tačka kontakta za sve koji su zainteresovani za volontiranje. Prošle godine smo bili ponosni što smo podržali više od 100.000 sati vredno volontiranja u ovoj oblasti! ​ FVAF promoviše i oglašava širok spektar mogućnosti volontiranja od organizacija koje dijele naš etos u podršci volonterima i prepoznavanju širokog spektra razloga zašto se ljudi odlučuju na volontiranje. ​ Zašto Volontirati? Volontiranje ima niz ogromnih prednosti, ne samo za vas pojedinačno, već i za vašu zajednicu i svijet u kojem živimo. Ako želite poboljšati svoj životopis, upoznati nove ljude, iskoristiti svoje vještine, naučiti nešto novo, ostvariti interes, ponuditi iskustvo ili jednostavno napraviti razliku, zagarantirano imamo priliku za vas! ​ O ovim prilikama možete saznati na sljedeće načine: Mogućnosti pretraživanja na Do-it.org Pozovite nas na 01594 822073 Javite se putem email Posjetite nas na FVAF pon - pet 9:00 - 1:00 ( smjernice ) ​ Ako želite volontirati kao dio velike grupe, na primjer kao dio korporativnog volontiranja, onda imamo i široku lepezu mogućnosti za odabir. Get the latest volunteer opportunities - direct to your mailbox! Sign up to receive our regular email Volunteer Newsletter: SIGN UP HELP FOR GROUPS - recruiting & managing volunteers As a one-stop-shop for all things volunteering, we can help you find, and keep, the perfect volunteer: Kao centar na jednom mjestu za sve stvari volontiranja, koristimo višestruku metodologiju kako bismo vam pružili najbolju moguću šansu za regrutiranje i zadržavanje vrijednih volontera. Ovo uključuje sljedeće: Oglašavanje vaših mogućnosti na Do-it.org Promoviranje vaših prilika kod javnosti upućenih nama ili putem naše funkcije za slanje. Oglašavanje vaših mogućnosti na našim Facebook i Twitter stranicama Promoviranje vaših mogućnosti lokalnim službama koje podržavaju volontiranje, npr. Centar za zapošljavanje, LearnDirect i 2GetherTrust Oglašavanje vaših mogućnosti na preko 30 događaja godišnje Šaljete svoje mogućnosti lokalnim preduzećima koja nude volontiranje uz podršku poslodavaca Promoviranje relevantnih mogućnosti za škole, fakultete i univerzitete Distribuiranje vaših mogućnosti u našu bazu volontera od preko 1.000 ljudi Promoviranje vaših mogućnosti na različitim mrežama, uključujući Know Your Patch Get in touch - call us on 01594 822073, via email or visit us at FVAF, Ow Bist - Forest Community Space, Dockham Road, Cinderford GL14 2AN (Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm)

TRUSTEES' WEEK 2022 - Showcasing & celebrating trustees Next week (7 – 11 November) we will be taking part in a national celebration of charity trustees as part of Trustees’ Week 2022 . ​ Ever wondered what a trustee does? Maybe you’d like to take on a trustee role but don’t know where to start. ​ Across the week we will try and answers your questions by looking at what a trustee is, the benefits of taking on a trustee role and showcasing the fantastic impact it can have to local people and communities. ​ Follow us on Facebook for daily tips and info and check our website for updates and links to useful resources. Are you recruiting trustees? Tell us! If you are an organisation of community group looking for trustees – this is the perfect opportunity to recruit! To advertise your trustee opportunities just send the info to communications@fvaf.org.uk by 5pm Thursday 10 November

Are you a voluntary group? Need support? READ MORE Frequently visited pages: COMMUNITY HUBS VOLUNTEER ADVICE FOREST YOUTH ASSOCIATION Šta je FVAF? FVAF je skraćenica od Forest Voluntary Action Forum. Nudimo podršku lokalnim građanima, grupama u zajednici i aktivnostima da rade stvari koje su im najvažnije. Ovo uključuje sljedeće: ​ podrška i razvojni savjeti obuku informacije umrežavanje sastanaka olakšavanje predstavljanja regrutovanje volontera volonterski angažman i podrška ​ Također vodimo mnoge projekte sa i za lokalnu zajednicu, kao što su Udruženje mladih Šuma dekana, Kampanje prazničnih aktivnosti, The Forest Youth Music Network, The GEM Project, The Forest Compass Directory, Hod with Wheels i mnogi drugi. Pogledajte našu stranicu Projekti za sve detalje. ​ „Izgradnja jačih zajednica u Dekanova šuma" Saznati više JOIN OUR MAILING LIST Get the latest community news and check out exciting volunteering opportunity in or around the Forest of Dean... Idite na Facebook Useful publications: FREE directory of the many volunteering opportunities available locally... DOWNLOAD Naši partneri We work with so many amazing and supportive partners. Find out more here... How to contact us Forest Voluntary Action Forum Ow Bist Forest Community Space Dockham Road Cinderford , Glos. GL14 2AN Email us: contact@fvaf.org.uk Tel: 01594 822073 Copyright © 2021 Forest Voluntary Action Forum. All Rights Reserved. Forest Voluntary Action Forum is a charity (1141126) and company limited by guarantee (07557852) registered in England and Wales. The registered address is The Belle Vue Centre, Cinderford, Glos, GL14 2AB. Forest Voluntary Action Forum proudly receives financial support from the Forest of Dean District Council .

NOMINATIONS NOW CLOSED! Award categories The FVAF Volunteer Awards 2024 will recognise and celebrate the amazing efforts of volunteers and organisations in the Forest of Dean. We want to hear about all those heroes have demonstrated exceptional and outstanding support to the local community over the past 12 months. THIS YEAR WE HAVE 6 CATEGORIES: Your Volunteer of the Year – Peoples’ Champion This is an unsung hero who has gone above and beyond for their community or has an inspiring story. We’re looking for volunteers who give their time and input to provide valuable services to communities in the Forest of Dean. Perhaps without these volunteers’ significant contribution, organisations might not be able to sustain the work they do OR maybe they have brought transformative change to other people or their own personal story by volunteering. PLUS The winner of this award will be decided by you! Once we have shortlisted the nominees, we will be asking you to vote for who you think most deserves to be crowned Volunteer of the Year 2024. Young Volunteer of the Year 16yrs & under Young Volunteer of the Year 17 – 21yrs Split into two age ranges, this category recognises a young person who has shown a real commitment to their volunteering and/or overcome serious problems and made a positive difference in their own life or other peoples’. It will celebrate the work carried out by young people who give up their time to help their community; in school, at youth clubs or a voluntary organisation. Grassroots Award for Voluntary Group of the Year Celebrate and honour those small grassroots organisations who are making a real difference in the community. These inspirational groups, run entirely by dedicated volunteers, will have had a positive impact on the people living in the Forest of Dean. We want to hear stories of lunch clubs, sports clubs, social and hobby groups, support groups, or any local group who are completely reliant on the tireless efforts of volunteers to help make a big difference to either in a small local area or in the wider community. Community Organisation Award This award recognises the outstanding contribution of larger organisations in the Forest of Dean who have made significant impact through delivering community projects, and/or positive change in the district. These could be any community or voluntary sector organisation including Charities, community organisations such as CIC’s or CIO’s, or larger groups who have a mix of staff and volunteers. ESV - Business in the Community Award This award is a chance to acknowledge the positive social impact local businesses have had in the local community. It recognises those organisations who have proactively committed to supporting and encouraging their workforce to volunteer for one-off projects or regular time to work with local charities or community projects. Or businesses who have actively supported the community in other ways. FoD Dementia Action Alliance Accessibility & Inclusion Award We are looking to recognise groups who are making admirable efforts towards being welcoming and inclusive to all. This award is not to reward perfection. We want to celebrate a commitment to enhancing accessibility and removing barriers. This might be by making physical improvements and considerations, creating clear and accessible communications, or building volunteering projects/programmes that help people to make a difference to their local community, regardless of the challenges they face, their age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, race, faith, or religion. FAQs Who can nominate? Anyone can nominate! Whether you are an individual local resident, part of a community group or from a local government organisation. ​ How can I nominate? It’s easy – just fill in our nomination form here or if you would prefer a paper copy you can request one via communications@fvaf.org.uk or 01594 822073. What information do I need to provide? Please provide plenty of detail about what the nominee has achieved and as much information as possible about them and their unique contribution. If you have any, please provide good quality photographs. Make sure that you have permission from anyone else in the photograph so that we can use it for media and promotional activities unless you tell us not to. Should I tell the person or organisation I am nominating them or keep it a surprise? Ideally it would be good to let them know once you have decided to nominate, just so that they are aware and happy for their story to be shared. We want to celebrate and shout about the wonderful work of volunteers which would include promotion via social media, on our website and to local press. How will it be judged? All nominations will be carefully considered by a panel of judges. This panel will be made up of a mix of unbiased and independent judges including; members of staff from FVAF, a FVAF trustee, and representatives from local councils, businesses and media. For more information or if you have any questions, email communications@fvaf.org.uk or call 01594 822073.

Our Team. Our head office is based in Cinderford but everyday you will meet members of the FVAF team out and about supporting the community and building strong partnerships with other local organisations and groups... Chris Brown Chief Executive Officer Nick Penny Programme Manager Teresa Allewell Finance & Operations Manager Catherine Best ​ Communications & Fundraising Manager Cathy Griffiths Development Manager Deb Cook Volunteering Manager Connor Grimshaw Facilities Manager Cherry Potter-Irwin Finance & Administration Officer VACANT Youth Association Manager Lisa Robertson Youth Development Officer Katy Virgo Youth Development Officer Courtney Middleton Project Coordinator Alex Digby Digital & Community Hubs Facilitator Melanie Benn Community Builder Teresa Rose Community Connectors' Facilitator Natasha Nelson ​ Forest Food Network Coordinator Simon Price MY Networks Project Manager Emily Timmins Parish Youth Worker Fliss Simister Children, Young People & Families Development Officer Meet our trustees. We have a highly skilled board of trustees who meet regularly to monitor, challenge and guide what FVAF does now, and in the future. Penny Hulbert Chair of Trustees Sid Phelps Vice Chair of Trustees Jonathan Gault Trustee - Treasurer Simon Murray Trustee Diana Martin Trustee Roger Deeks Trustee Bob Rhodes Trustee Sue Pritchard Trustee Louise Penny Trustee Vicky Head Trustee Christopher Walker Trustee Interested in becoming a FVAF Trustee? To find out more contact 01594 822 073 or contact@fvaf.org.uk

O FVAF-u O FVAF-u Naša priča Mi smo Vijeće volonterskog servisa i Volonterski centar Dekanske šume. Pružamo pomoć mnogim od stotina dobrovoljnih i društvenih organizacija u Distriktu koje su zauzvrat sposobnije da obavljaju svoj posao ui za lokalnu zajednicu. ​ Od osnivanja 1994. godine razvili smo reputaciju za ohrabrivanje, prihvaćanje i unapređenje djelovanja zajednice u cijeloj Dekanskoj šumi. Vjerujemo da kroz pristupe koje vodi zajednica omogućavamo građanima da razviju vještine, otpornost i društveni kapital kako bi živjeli sretnijim, bolje povezanim životima. Kancelarijske usluge Osoblje i povjerenici Politike Pristupačnost i održivost

Volontiranje Kao Volonterski centar za Dekansku šumu mi smo tu da vam pomognemo da regrutujete i upravljate volonterima Naše novo volontiranje knjižica ispunjena detaljima lokalnog volontiranja prilike sada nestaju KLIKNITE ZA PREUZIMANJE Ili pokupite primjerak u lokalnoj biblioteci ili Community Hubu Kao Volonterski centar za Forest of Dean mi smo često prva tačka kontakta za sve koji su zainteresovani za volontiranje. Prošle godine smo bili ponosni što smo podržali više od 100.000 sati vredno volontiranja u ovoj oblasti! ​ FVAF promoviše i oglašava širok spektar mogućnosti volontiranja od organizacija koje dijele naš etos u podršci volonterima i prepoznavanju širokog spektra razloga zašto se ljudi odlučuju na volontiranje. ​ Zašto Volontirati? Volontiranje ima niz ogromnih prednosti, ne samo za vas pojedinačno, već i za vašu zajednicu i svijet u kojem živimo. Ako želite poboljšati svoj životopis, upoznati nove ljude, iskoristiti svoje vještine, naučiti nešto novo, ostvariti interes, ponuditi iskustvo ili jednostavno napraviti razliku, zagarantirano imamo priliku za vas! ​ O ovim prilikama možete saznati na sljedeće načine: Mogućnosti pretraživanja na Do-it.org Pozovite nas na 01594 822073 Javite se putem email Posjetite nas na FVAF pon - pet 9:00 - 1:00 ( smjernice ) ​ Ako želite volontirati kao dio velike grupe, na primjer kao dio korporativnog volontiranja, onda imamo i široku lepezu mogućnosti za odabir. Get the latest volunteer opportunities - direct to your mailbox! Sign up to receive our regular email Volunteer Newsletter: SIGN UP HELP FOR GROUPS - recruiting & managing volunteers Kao centar na jednom mjestu za sve stvari volontiranja, koristimo višestruku metodologiju kako bismo vam pružili najbolju moguću šansu za regrutiranje i zadržavanje vrijednih volontera. Ovo uključuje sljedeće: Oglašavanje vaših mogućnosti na Do-it.org Promoviranje vaših prilika kod javnosti upućenih nama ili putem naše funkcije za slanje. Oglašavanje vaših mogućnosti na našim Facebook i Twitter stranicama Promoviranje vaših mogućnosti lokalnim službama koje podržavaju volontiranje, npr. Centar za zapošljavanje, LearnDirect i 2GetherTrust Oglašavanje vaših mogućnosti na preko 30 događaja godišnje Šaljete svoje mogućnosti lokalnim preduzećima koja nude volontiranje uz podršku poslodavaca Promoviranje relevantnih mogućnosti za škole, fakultete i univerzitete Distribuiranje vaših mogućnosti u našu bazu volontera od preko 1.000 ljudi Promoviranje vaših mogućnosti na različitim mrežama, uključujući Know Your Patch As a one-stop-shop for all things volunteering, we can help you find, and keep, the perfect volunteer: Get in touch - call us on 01594 822073, via email or visit us at FVAF, Ow Bist - Forest Community Space, Dockham Road, Cinderford GL14 2AN (Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm)

Summer Holiday Activities & Food We’ve teamed up with Gloucestershire Cou nty Counci l and arranged a packed timetable of FREE fun! ​ The HAF programme is open to all school aged children, who live in the Forest of Dean, and who qualify for free school meals. ​ If funding allows, s ometimes activities are extended and offered to all children and young people across Gloucestershire through the Holiday Activities Programme (HAP). ​ There's something for eve ryone - we've got sports clubs, cooking, crafts, play sessions an d so much more... You need to be registered to book | All sessions mus t be pre bo oke d REGISTER HERE For information or support with the HAF Spring programme contact: HAFParentEnquiries@gloucestershire.gov.uk or ring the HAF helpline on 01452 427960. BOOKING NOW OPEN! CHECK OUT THE TIMETABLE **PLEASE NOTE: You can only book 4 activities at a time - please wait 24 hours before you book again** For more information visit the Gloucestershire County Council website here

Join our roadshow! Volunteer Week 2024 3-8 June We’re hitting the road again this year to celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2024! Volunteers' Week is an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make, across the UK, through volunteering in their communities. In the first week of June (3-8), we will be taking our community engagement vehicle out and about across the Forest of Dean, promoting and celebrating all things volunteering. If you’re a local group or organisation who needs volunteers and would like the opportunity to promote what you do to the local community, we’re inviting you to join us. From 10am -2pm we will be in: ​ Wednesday 5 June LYDNEY - Taurus Crafts, The Old Park Park, Aylburton, Lydney GL15 6BU Thursday 6 June CINDERFORD - Ow Bist - Forest Community Space, Dockham Road GL14 2AN Friday 7 June COLEFORD - The Clocktower, Market Place GL16 8AW Saturday 8 June NEWENT - Newent Market Hall, Broad Street ​ If you’d like to join us, please let us know by 31 May. BOOK YOUR PLACE **PLUS pop along and pick up the latest editions of our popular publications ‘Volunteering in the Forest of Dean’ and ‘Forest Compass’. Can’t make it? We’re happy to take along any flyers/leaflets/poster/giveaways to promote your group or organisation – just drop them into the FVAF office at Ow Bist - Forest Community Centre, Dockham Road, Cinderford GL14 2AN (located in the Tesco carpark) by 4pm Friday 31 May.

Studija slučaja: Emma Bostico Emma je korisnik našeg Walking with Wheels Tramper. Prvi put je naišla na Walking with Wheels na festivalu u dolini Wye Valley River – „Bila sam rezervisana da pevam sa svojim horom, ali pristup prostoru za nastup bio je niz veoma blatnjav put. Doskočio je ljupki muškarac i ponudio mi da koristim Tramper da prođem kroz blato. Bio sam vrlo skeptičan da će to uspjeti, ali Tramper je to učinio lakim. Odmah sam se zaljubila i nisam htjela da to vratim.” Emma je do sada pristupila jednoj od naših staza, s planovima da isproba druge naše rute i one dalje, ponuđene kao dio Countryside Mobility mreže. Emma je veliki zagovornik Trampera, prisjećajući se svog prvog putovanja, kaže: „Prvi put u više od 7 godina, Tramper mi je omogućio da „prošetam“ duboko u šumu, upijajući blažene i hranjive prizore, mirise i zvukove slavna Dekanova šuma. To mi je dalo osjećaj slobode, nezavisnosti i unutrašnjeg mira. Proveli smo sate u šumi. Nisam htela da idem kući. Teško je opisati koliko sam imao koristi od toga. Želeo sam da isplaniram svoje sledeće putovanje što je pre moguće.” Na pitanje o uticaju koji je projekat imao, ona kaže: „Budući da sam bila invalidna i hronično bolesna, plašila sam se da možda više nikada neću uživati među drvećem. Tramper je promijenio igru. To mi je omogućilo da dijelim porodične dane koje sam propustio. Budući da Tramper mogu koristiti potpuno samostalno, to znači da se i moja porodica može opustiti i uživati.” Na pitanje šta bi rekla nekome ko razmišlja da proba Tramper, Ema oduševljava: „Uradi to! Tako je slobodno samostalno se kretati šumom. Lako vas je odložiti da isprobate nove stvari kada niste mobilni, iz straha da ne uspete, ili da se povrijedite ili ponizite, ali Tramper je vrlo stabilan i siguran. Biće vam pokazano kako da ga koristite i imaćete kontakt broj za hitne slučajeve u slučaju da naiđete na bilo kakve probleme (koje ja nikada nisam imao). Tramper je kao ništa drugo. Morate probati da biste vjerovali!" Volontirajte sa Foresters' Forest Posjetite web stranicu Foresters' Forest Prijavite se na bilten Foresters' Forest