News, Funding, Events for Barnet VCFSE Environmental Network
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Latest News
for Barnet VCFSE
Environmental Network
Thanks for your interest in the Barnet VCFSE Environmental Network.
Sharing latest news, funding opportunities, events etc.
Any questions/thoughts/contributions, do get in touch...
Ellen Cheshire, VCS Support Lead
ellen@inclusionbarnet.org.uk
7 July 2022
Our Next Meeting
Barnet VCFSE Environmental Network
Wednesday 20 July, 2pm - 3.30pm (NOTE: change of date and time)
If you've already been to a Barnet VCFSE Environmental Network meeting then you'll automatically receive a MS Teams link for our next meeting on 20th July.
If you've not joined us yet, then do email Ellen. These are informal and informative networking sessions for those working in the Barnet Voluntary, Community, Faith & Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector, where we can come together to discuss environmental issues in the Borough, and work out how we as a sector can make a difference.
This networking group will raise awareness of environmental projects that are happening in the Borough, help to establish partnerships and joint initiatives and seek funding opportunities.
If you have any topics you would like to raise/discuss at future meetings, do let Ellen know.
These Network meetings are now receiving administrative support from Stonegrove Community Trust through funding awarded by the National Lottery Community Fund's Together For the Planet programme.
Get involved...
EcoFair
We're hosting an afternoon of environmental activities and networking in partnership with Stonegrove Community Trust.
Bringing together residents and local groups, there will be lots of resources to learn from and opportunities to get involved with.
Come along to learn about how you can get involved or even hold your own stall.
When: Sunday 6 November, 3:30-5:30pm
Where: OneStonegrove, 5 Hayling Way, Edgeware, HA88BN
For more details or to arrange a free stall, contact Poppy Fishman: poppy@sct.london
Events...
GROW Flowers
GROW Farm is letting you loose amongst their gardens for the opportunity to pick your own flowers to take home.
They have events going on throughout the summer:
- Saturday 9 July
- Saturday 16 July
- Saturday 6 August
- Saturday 13 August
- Saturday 3 September
- Saturday 1 October
- Saturday 8 October
Enjoy Barnet Parks
Get out into nature on a guided walk through Barnet hosted by GoParksLondon. Roger Chapman, Chair of the Network will lead you from East Finchley Station to Clitterhouse Farm Cafe, allowing you to enjoy the local area and learn about the environmental initiatives going on in the parks.
When Sunday 24 July, 10am at East Finchley Station until 1pm at Clitterhouse Farm Cafe
DID YOU KNOW >> Barnet Council has created Active Trail maps that provide routes through loads of our local green spaces.
With pre-plotted routes of 1km, 2.5km or 5km, you can cycle, run or walk without having to worry about getting lost.
Consultation...
Halliwick Drainage Scheme
Barnet Council wants to hear your opinions on the proposed Halliwick Recreation Ground Sustainable Urban Drainage Scheme.
Have your say by filling in this quick online questionnaire...
Halliwick Recreation Ground Survey
Deadline: Saturday 30 July 2022
Survey...
Young people survey
Partnership for Young London want to hear from people aged 16-25 about their ideas about creating a more sustainable London.
By completing the survey, you can get the chance to win up to £300!
Take the Young Londoners survey here
Deadline: ???
Meet the Team here at Inclusion Barnet
Sarah Chaffey joined as Peer Communications and Engagement Officer in June 2022.
She recently finished her Journalism degree and is excited to be working with the community in Barnet.
Sarah is a keen environmental activist, having dedicated many of her university projects to discussing the climate crisis, such as a mini documentary that explored climate anxiety in young activists.
Funding News
Untold Stories (Mayor of London)
Are London's public spaces accessible to and representative of you?
The Mayor of London is partnering with the Commission for Diversity in Public Realm with grants of up to £25,000.
Funds will be awarded to community-led organisations that want to improve our public spaces by creating artwork, gardens, benches, play areas and memorials etc.
Closing date: Wednesday 5 October, 4pm
The Queen's Green Canopy
Community groups and individuals are being encouraged to plant trees in celebration of the Queen's Jubilee year.
There are over three million saplings available on a first come, first served basis, so don't hesitate!
The next tree planting session will start in October, when you will be able to track the progress of your tree and see all the others being planted around the county.
Request your sapling now...
OVO - Climate Changers
Grants of up to £350,000 are available to non-profits helping disadvantaged children to engage with green projects and improve access to green spaces.
Organised by OVO Foundation, the charity branch of OVO Energy to "give every child a greener, fairer future".
If your organisation is campaigning for better climate change education, apply today!
Closing date: 22/07/2022
Stop Press! Want to learn how local charities can push for sustainability?
Be part of the conversation that will shape how organisations can do their bit for the planet.
With panelists Alia Herman (Head of Sustainability, Neighbourly) and Sarah Cook (Head of Marketing, Neighbourly), you'll learn all about social impact through a sustainability lens.
Join a free online Insights Talk by the Directory of Social Change.
When: Thursday 14 July, 12:30 - 1:30pm
