Posts Tagged ‘community’
Posted on 16th March 2011 by colinhanno
I really enjoyed the Soho Finger Forum “Community Recognition Awards” last night , the event was an extension of the forum bi- monthly meeting and was well attended by local residents, Ward Cllrs, Police, constituency staff and other key partners and stakeholders.
Guest speakers included representatives for the 2011 Census Birmingham Team who provided residents with invaluable information on the significance of completing the 2011 census form and the type of help available . Additionally, a representative fromDigital Uk gave a presentation on the big switchover from analogue to digital TV informing residents of the processes and benefits.
Local Residents
The highlight of the night was the Community Awards which commended residents , key stakeholders and staff for their commitment and hard work in making Soho a safer, cleaner , healthier and greener place to live.
Street Champions receiving awards from Cllr Spence
The awards ceremony was also a celebration of the Soho Finger Forum achievements and successes over the past 3 years the chair mentioned that this “was an opportunity to show residents and key stakeholders appreciation for their hard work, and we hope to make this an annual event for the people of Soho Finger and the wider soho ward”
- Forum Secretary receiving award from Cllr Lal
I was really touch at receiving 2 very prestigious accolades for work carried out as Neighbourhood Manager in the Soho Finger and Gib Heath locality. Soho is a place close to my heart, having spent my formative years in and around Soho and Handsworth ward it was always my ambition to work with the people of the area and with my post coming to an end in April , I will look at volunteering my services where possible in the future.
Neighbourhood Manager receiving awards from ward councillors
The past 18 months has been very challenging but rewarding period , I really enjoyed working with Residents, Cllrs and key stakeholders in delivering activities against key strategic objectives such as environmental, crime related and worklessness issues in making Soho a cleaner, safer , greener and prosperous place to live.
- Soho Finger Forum Chair receiving award from Ward Councillors
Local organisations such as the Matthew Boulton Forum and Soho Finger Forum have developed their organisational capacity and now in a position to play an integral role in Soho.
Posted on 16th March 2011 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, community, engagement, making a contribution, Recognition of local acheivement and successes, Soho Finger, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum
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Posted on 17th January 2011 by colinhanno
Birmingham City Council in-conjunction with Urban Living and Key Partners will be staging a Funding Fair at the Aston Villa Football Club (Holte Suite) on Wednesday 2nd February 2011, 9:30 – 4:00. The intention of the event is to provide voluntary and community organisations and individuals the chance to find out about the ongoing sources of support and funding opportunities and look to the future. This is an opportunity to:
* Find out what funding is available for community/voluntary organisations/social enterprises
* Find out what funding is available for individuals/social entrepreneurs
* Helpful tips and presentations by key funders
* Opportunity to share good practice: in this period of economic downturn this event will promote joint working and touch upon the ‘Big Society’ theme.
* Opportunity to Network: we will have representatives from Big Lottery, Heritage Lottery, Lloyds TSB, UnLtd, European Funding Team, West Midlands Police, PCT, Regional Development Agency, Sandwell and Birmingham Voluntary Sector Council, Birmingham City Council, Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council and many more…
Click on link for flyer -UL Funding Fair
If organisation wish to attend they will need to confirm their attendance by sending a reply email to sue_hall@sandwell.gov.uk .
Posted on 17th January 2011 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, big society, community, Funding Fair, Organisational development, Supporting Local organisations
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Posted on 9th November 2010 by colinhanno
Local schools and communities are being given the chance to showcase their creative talents by developing a piece of artwork that will be displayed in a new supermarket in Handsworth.
Creating the Masterpiece
Morrison’s have teamed up with neighbourhood managers, local residents, Police, Handsworth Historical Society and schools to create a piece of artwork for the new store, to open on Holyhead Rd in January 2011.
Planet Arts have been commissioned to work with local schools and the Handsworth Historical Society to generate ideas and themes for the artwork. Workshops will research the past, present and future aspirations for the area.
The final design for the artwork will be revealed at the Soho Awards Oscar ceremony on 18th November.
“This is a great example of partnership working between local residents, private and public sector agencies which will add to the enhancement of the area and help to get residents more involved in local regeneration initiatives.”
If you would like to know more or get involved in this initiative please contact Colin Hanno on 0121-675-2683 or email on colin.hanno@birmingham.gov.uk
Posted on 9th November 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: community, Community Arts, Morrisons working with the Community, Resident Involvement, services, working with schools
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Posted on 4th November 2010 by colinhanno
Do you know an unsung hero who takes pride in their local community? Someone who tirelessly works to improve and benefit their area?
The Soho Community Oscars has been organised as part of the Neighbourhood Management programme within the Soho Ward, to acknowledge and recognises the achievements of the local people, partners and elected members who have all contributed to improving neighbourhoods within the Soho Ward of Brimingham
There are 10 categories in which to nominate: Active Citizens Award, Arts & Culture Award, Environmental Achievement Award, Golden Citizen Awards, Local Business Award, Most Developed Neighbourhood Forum, Most Developed Resident-led Group, Partnership of the Year, The Safer Community Award and Young Person of the Year.
Closing dates for nominations is Monday 8th November with the award ceremony being held on Thursday18th November, 6-11pm at the Richardson Suite, West Bromwich Football Club.
“These awards are a great opportunity to celebrate the strengths of Soho and highlight the positive aspects of the neighbourhood. There are lots of examples of local residents giving up their time and helping others so it is vital that we acknowledge their work. I hope people will get behind the awards and think of a local individual or group who deserve this recognition and nominate them.”
If you know an individual or a local community group or service that has made a real difference in Soho, give them the opportunity to receive recognition for their hard work.
For a nomination form and guidlines please click on the links below or email Colin Hanno at colin.hanno@birmingham.gov.uk
Soho Oscars Guidance 1
Soho Oscars Nomination Form
Soho Ward Map
Posted on 4th November 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, cohesion, community, employment, engagement, making a difference in Soho, soho acheivements, Soho Finger, Soho Oscars Awards, Summerfield
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Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Celebrating Black History Month
Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: Birmingham, Black History Month, community, engagement, Gib Heath, Handsworth, older adult, Resident Involvement
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Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Ladywood and Perry Barr Neighbourhood Managers in conjunction with Partners will be holding a Local residents’ employment and Careeers event on Wednesday 6th October 2010 between 11.00 am-3.00pm.
Employment Careers Plus Fair
The event will be held at the Pertemps Newtown office 40 Newtown Shopping Centre, Newtown, Birmingham B19 2SS
Tel: 0121-359 3024
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Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Brookfield, Careers Event, community, Employmet, free event, local authority, Matthew Boulton Neighbourhood Forum, skills development, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum
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Posted on 17th September 2010 by nosheen
On the Thursday 12th August 2010, Waverhill Park group met at the Trinity Fellowship on Waverhill Road, to appoint key members of the group which include a Chairperson, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary and three committe members
Below is an image of members of the friends of Waverhill Park with the Matthew Boulton Forum Chair and the Soho Finger and Gib Heath Manager and officers who attended the meeting.
The final design for the Waverhill Park Sculpture was discussed shown below:
I would like to congratulate Friends of Waverhill Park and all the professionals, community members involved in reclaiming the park back for the local community to enjoy. I look forward to seeing the new sculpture.
The group will be opening thier bank account shortly with money raised at the Party in the Park event on 17th July.
The group would like to say thanks to everyone who donated funds.
Posted on 17th September 2010 by nosheen
Tags: Birmingham, community, engagement, Friends of Waverhill, Gib Heath, Handsworth, hospital, Park, soho, Soho Finger, Waverhill Park
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Posted on 8th September 2010 by nosheen
Soho Finger neighbourhood forum organised the Community Residents Involvement Day on the Saturday 21st August 2010. The event was attended by organisations promoting services offered in the community and how residents can get involved.
The event had presentations, workshops and opportunity to gain information and be active members of the community. It was great opportunity to bring the community together.
Below is an image of the Digital Workshop:
Kiran Sahota Vice Chair of Soho Finger Forum explains the purpose of the event:
“The resident involvement day was to get residents in the community to become proactive and be aware of all the different organisations in their community trying to help them. It was a day for all residents to have their say about the area that they live in and making organisations aware of the help that they can provide to make it a better place. The day was to help communities and organisations work together and understand the concerns residents have.”
Thank you to everyone who attended the event and Soho Finger Neighbourhood team for organising the event.
Posted on 8th September 2010 by nosheen
Tags: community, engagement, Events, particiaption, Resident Involvement, Soho Finger, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum, young people
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Posted on 8th September 2010 by colinhanno
Rogue traders on SOHO Road were asked to pack up their stalls following a partnership operation this summer.
Partnership working to tackle local issues
SOHO neighbourhood police team in partnership with the Town Centre Manager, Soho Traders Association, Soho and Handsworth Neighbourhood Managers, and representatives from the UK Boarder Agency, Trading Standards and Environmental Wardens carried out this successful operation
Items on sale included fruit and vegetables, jewellery, phone credit cards and various electronic goods. To add to the problem the items were displayed on tables that were causing an obstruction to pedestrians.
Officers also issued a number of parking tickets to vehicles parked illegally on the side of the road which had been blocking pathways.
PC Nin Rattu who helped to organise the day said: “We have had some great results today and closed down a number of traders who were working illegally on the street.
”Not only are these vendors breaking the law but they make a nuisance for local residents and businesses by blocking pathways and tapping into local electricity supplies.
“This is also a great way for us to find out what concerns our local communities and talk to residents and business owners face to face about their issues.
“Soho road is a vibrant and bustling area and we want everyone who visits to do so in a safe environment.”
To find out more about what your local policing team are doing in your area please visit www.west-midlands.police.uk or call 0345 113 5000.
To find out more about what the Soho Neighbourhood Management Team are doing in your area please visit www.sohowardbirmingham.com or call Colin Hanno on 0121-675-2683
Posted on 8th September 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: community, Gib Heath, Handsworth, Partnership working, services, Soho Finger, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum, soho rd, Tackling Illegal trading
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