Forums & Networks

With the successful BASIS bid in 2007, VCAT were able to appoint a dedicated Forums & Networks Development Worker who has responsibility for developing networks and forums as well as supporting the organisation of forum activities.

Volunteer Coordinators’ Forum
The Volunteer Coordinator’s Forum (VCF) was established in 2003, and is open to anyone who supports volunteers. The aim of the Forum is to bring together those who work in volunteers in the Borough to discuss and share good practice; offer support and guidance to one another; and to contribute to volunteering initiatives.

VCS Health & Wellbeing Forum
Trafford VCS Health & Wellbeing Forum was developed by VCAT in response to the changing health and social care environment, in 2009. Full membership is open to all voluntary and community sector groups with an interest in the field of health and social care, with statutory partners welcomed as associate members.

Trafford BME Network
VCAT has been working closely with Voice of BME Trafford to support them in launching an active BME network for the Borough.

Trafford Partnership
VCAT has been an active member and keen advocate of the Trafford Partnership since the idea of a single partnership for Trafford was first suggested in 2001. VCAT holds seats on the executive and partnership board on behalf of the voluntary and community sector and holds positions on several key thematic partnerships including; the Safer Trafford Partnership, Health & Well Being Partnership, Trafford Economic Alliance and Trafford Childrens’ Trust. VCAT is supporting the development of a Strong Communities Partnership within the Trafford Partnership which will bring together elements of culture, sport, equalities and volunteering.

For more information on the Trafford Partnership visit their website www.traffordpartnership.org