Webinar: VVU Young people’s views around how safe they feel in their communities

The Essex Violence and Vulnerability (VVU) listening project is now complete, where just under 2,500 young people shared their views about how safe they feel in their communities, and the feedback has helped Essex Council for Voluntary Youth Services (ECVYS) write an Essex wide overview and a report for every district in Essex (including Southend … Continue reading Webinar: VVU Young people’s views around how safe they feel in their communities

Explore Healthwatch Thurrock’s latest insights – from smoking services to dementia care

We've been busy digging deep into the issues that matter most to our community. Our latest reports shine a spotlight on some of the key health challenges facing local people today: 🚭 Deep Dive: Access to Stop Smoking Services – Are services reaching those who need them most? 🏥 The NHS 10 Year Plan: A Place-Based View – What … Continue reading Explore Healthwatch Thurrock’s latest insights – from smoking services to dementia care

Thurrock CVS publish ‘VCFSE Digital Survey Report’

Back in January, Thurrock CVS encouraged local Voluntary and Community groups to take part in a digital survey, these results enabled us to better understand the IT and digital needs of the VCFSE sector.Mark Tebbs, CEO of Thurrock CVS said, “At Thurrock CVS, one of the things we hear about most frequently from groups is … Continue reading Thurrock CVS publish ‘VCFSE Digital Survey Report’

Thurrock CVS publish ‘Thurrock’s Voluntary Sector& TCVS’ Role’ report

This report aims to: To describe the depth and breadth of the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE - the Sector) in Thurrock. To articulate the strengths, weaknesses and issues of the Sector. To make recommendations to statutory partners and CVS about how best to support the sector to thrive in the current context. … Continue reading Thurrock CVS publish ‘Thurrock’s Voluntary Sector& TCVS’ Role’ report

Thurrock Swimming Club update

National Swimming Championships 2023 The British and English Summer Championships & National Open Water took place in July and August at Sheffield’s 50m swimming complex.  The team achieved personal best times, final positions and a Bronze medal from Henry Dean in the British Championships and Ben Minister in the English Championship. All the swimmer’s train … Continue reading Thurrock Swimming Club update

Thurrock CVS AGM Report

Our Annual Review Read about the great work Thurrock CVS and projects have achieved this year. Minutes of Thurrock CVS 2021 AGM Minutes of Thurrock CVS 2020 AGM (for reference) About Thurrock CVS & our projects video https://videopress.com/v/p6GiRWer?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fthurrockcvs.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F11%2Ffinal-thurrock-cvs-projects-1_mp4.scrubthumb-1.jpg&preloadContent=metadata Thurrock Coronavirus Community Action video https://videopress.com/v/eWdHynrV?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fthurrockcvs.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F11%2Ftcca-3_mp4.scrubthumb.jpg&preloadContent=metadata Financial Report Thurrock CVS Finance ReportDownload

Exploratory study of the scale and nature of sexual exploitation of adults and young people in Thurrock

Victims, and potential victims, of adult sexual exploitation will be better protected thanks to a ground breaking study carried out by Thurrock Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) and The Child and Woman Abuse Studies Unit at London Metropolitan University (LMU). View Full info and report Sheila Coates MBE, Director SERICC (South Essex Rape and Incest Crisis … Continue reading Exploratory study of the scale and nature of sexual exploitation of adults and young people in Thurrock

New Reports published by Healthwatch Thurrock

Healthwatch Thurrock have recently released new reports, please see below to find out more and view. Mental Health Covid Report Healthwatch Thurrock conducted a survey to reflect the experiences of residents during the Covid-19 lockdown periods and the effects this has had on their Health and Mental Wellbeing. Coronavirus Report Healthwatch Thurrock conducted a survey … Continue reading New Reports published by Healthwatch Thurrock

Impact of COVID-19 on the BAME community in Thurrock

Thurrock CVS conducted a local survey with questions co-produced with the local BAME (Black, Asian black, Asian, and minority ethnic groups and representatives to understand whether some of these inequalities could be addressed but understanding how: • Information is sought and received by BAME communities in Thurrock• Access to primary services were equal across the … Continue reading Impact of COVID-19 on the BAME community in Thurrock

COVID-19 Impact Report

view report here Following weeks of conversations and predictions, the UK was ordered into lockdown on Monday 23 March 2020. Preparatory conversations were already taking place with the Stronger Together Partnership, and to adequately support residents during the temporary new way of living, a plan was needed. Additional groups and organisations were asked to join … Continue reading COVID-19 Impact Report