Voluntary and community sector information and training sessions
Sign up for our bitesize information sessions for the voluntary and community sector.
All sessions take place on Microsoft Teams.
Data site training: demonstrating impact using DataWand
Date: Monday 20 October 2025
Time: 2 to 3.30pm
This online training session will include:
- How to make the most of the Census 2021 data
- A demonstration of how to effectively use the new Cost of Living dashboard
- Guidance on how to use the profile, interactive tools and maps based on different locations within the borough
Register for Demonstrating impact using DataWand
Understanding external funding and bid development
Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025
Time: 10am to 12.30pm
Exploring the basics of the funding landscape and useful tips to strengthen your bids.
This will be an entry level introduction to charitable grant funding, understanding how to find out about charitable trusts and grant schemes.
Register for Understanding external funding and bid development
Social value and the VCS in local government procurement
Date: Wednesday 26 November 2025
Time: 10.30 to 11.30am
This session will explore the legislative picture around social value and the voluntary and community sector (VCS) in public sector procurement. We will update on our Responsible Procurement Strategy 2025 – 2030 and share details of current social value we receive.
Register for social value and the VCS in local government procurement
Become an active bystander online session
Upcoming sessions:
- Tuesday 25 November 2025, 7 to 8.30pm
- Monday 1 December 2025, 2 to 3.30pm
Have you ever witnessed an incident of sexual harassment in the street, at work, or on public transport and wished you had known how to intervene safely? Become an active bystander in your local community and play your part in preventing Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).
Find out more and register for an active bystander session
TPD online training courses
TPD is the platform for multi-agency training and professional development.
Find out about upcoming TPD courses:
Contact
If you have any questions, or suggestions for future training or information sessions, email us at voluntarysectorteam@wandsworth.gov.uk.