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As the local infrastructure organisation for Sandwell, Sandwell Council of Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) plays a vital role in helping communities thrive. One of their most impactful recent initiatives has been the Emotional Wellbeing Programme – a multi-year project designed to support school-aged young people with their mental health and resilience.

NAVCA members play a crucial role in connecting communities with the support they need. Local infrastructure organisations play a vital role in connecting statutory services with communities, making sure projects reflect real needs and local voices.

Local infrastructure organisations play a vital role in connecting people and communities to local government, health systems, and other statutory services. With the launch of the Civil Society Covenant, the government has taken a step toward resetting that relationship. Here’s what it means for NAVCA members.

New research from DCMS demonstrates the critical role of local infrastructure for the VCS, local government and statutory partners. Local infrastructure organisations are vital actors that enable outcomes of better targeted resources, improved local policymaking, and increased community empowerment and belonging.

A statement from England’s 42 ICS-VCSE Alliances on the 10-Year Health Plan: it's time to accelerate local transformation