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Next events 2008
- Social capital and dimensions of equality 31 July
- NCVO/ VSSN Researching the Voluntary Sector Conference 9-10 September
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NCVO launches consultation on the future of the Compact
The future of the Compact is currently under discussion.
NCVO intends to respond to the Commission for the Compact on behalf of our members. To do so we need to hear your views on the Compact, how it currently operates and how it can be improved.
July 2008
Communities in Control
On July 9, DCLG published the empowerment white paper - 'Communities in Control'.
The white paper has a focus on engaging with citizens and communities, with many proposals that will impact on the voluntary and community sector.
NCVO has produced a briefing on the white paper.
July 2008
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Votes and Voices publication
As part of our ongoing work with the Local Government Association the LGA and NCVO have published a collection of essays: Votes and Voices; the complementary nature of representative and participative democracy. The publication brings together a wide range of views and perspectives on local democracy.
July 2008
The NCVO/VSSN Annual Conference is now open for bookings
The conference will include thought-provoking plenary lectures and a wide-ranging set of parallel sessions giving researchers the opportunity to share their ideas and research findings.
Date: 9-10 September 08
Voluntary Sector Studies Network
Network
Public services policy network As part of our ongoing programme of policy work around the role of the sector in public services, NCVO runs an informal network that keeps members informed of developments in this area.
Publication
UK Voluntary Sector Workforce Almanac 2008
A new report providing up-to-date analysis and evidence on the UK voluntary sector workforce.




