Jill Hopkinson
@jillhopkinson.bsky.social
Community, voluntary sector and rural, research and policy. Dog carer, cricket fanatic and exiled Northerner. Views my own.
Currently in Koln in Germany there is currently a sizeable anti AFD demonstration taking place. Peaceful, people of all ages and groups. The Heumarkt is full.
September 8, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Currently in Koln in Germany there is currently a sizeable anti AFD demonstration taking place. Peaceful, people of all ages and groups. The Heumarkt is full.
Take a minute to read this thread on fiscal devolution. Sounds boring but great opportunities especially for VCFSE sector
A big devolution day with press reports suggesting fiscal devolution, greater powers and a new 'local first' principle trailed in the papers. But for Andy Burnham to truly spread 'good growth in every postcode' requires a complete English devolution map 🧵
July 31, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Take a minute to read this thread on fiscal devolution. Sounds boring but great opportunities especially for VCFSE sector
Role of local VCSE in building community cohesion #NAVCAConerence2026
May 14, 2026 at 10:19 AM
Role of local VCSE in building community cohesion #NAVCAConerence2026
What is needed is the conditions and environment for people to be able to volunteer… not quick fix IT solutions. The most isolated people are much less likely to volunteer #NAVCAConference2026
May 14, 2026 at 10:07 AM
What is needed is the conditions and environment for people to be able to volunteer… not quick fix IT solutions. The most isolated people are much less likely to volunteer #NAVCAConference2026
The ability to volunteer is an important part of belonging and connection. #NAVCAConference2026
May 14, 2026 at 10:04 AM
The ability to volunteer is an important part of belonging and connection. #NAVCAConference2026
Up and running with the #NAVCAConference2026 Olivia Field, CEO of the Jo Cox Foundation on the importance of relationships, trust, community and connection. Also an essential part of effective local VCSE infrastructure.
May 14, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Up and running with the #NAVCAConference2026 Olivia Field, CEO of the Jo Cox Foundation on the importance of relationships, trust, community and connection. Also an essential part of effective local VCSE infrastructure.
Important to recognise that providing capital funding from programmes such as #PrideInPlace can help unlock revenue funding from other sources #LocalInfrastructure #NAVCA
January 27, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Important to recognise that providing capital funding from programmes such as #PrideInPlace can help unlock revenue funding from other sources #LocalInfrastructure #NAVCA
Sally Yeoman from Halton and St Helen’s CVA with Carol CEO of a youth charity in Runcorn, talking about how existing partnerships with community and VCSE are essential building blocks for Pride in Place funding. #LocalInfrastructure #NAVCA
January 27, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Sally Yeoman from Halton and St Helen’s CVA with Carol CEO of a youth charity in Runcorn, talking about how existing partnerships with community and VCSE are essential building blocks for Pride in Place funding. #LocalInfrastructure #NAVCA
Sharing because this makes perfect sense and for Benjamin Zephaniah’s beautiful poem.
October 16, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Sharing because this makes perfect sense and for Benjamin Zephaniah’s beautiful poem.
Reposted by Jill Hopkinson
I prosecute and defend the most serious sexual offences in our courts.
The overwhelming majority of offenders are British-born. Overwhelmingly the victim is someone known to them, either a partner or relative.
Anybody purporting to care about protecting women might start there.
The overwhelming majority of offenders are British-born. Overwhelmingly the victim is someone known to them, either a partner or relative.
Anybody purporting to care about protecting women might start there.
August 4, 2025 at 3:29 PM
I prosecute and defend the most serious sexual offences in our courts.
The overwhelming majority of offenders are British-born. Overwhelmingly the victim is someone known to them, either a partner or relative.
Anybody purporting to care about protecting women might start there.
The overwhelming majority of offenders are British-born. Overwhelmingly the victim is someone known to them, either a partner or relative.
Anybody purporting to care about protecting women might start there.
NAVCA agrees with DCMS Secretary of State Lisa Nandy that partnership with VCSE is essential for renewal - we look forward to this developing effectively with local authorities and health systems.
July 17, 2025 at 10:28 AM
NAVCA agrees with DCMS Secretary of State Lisa Nandy that partnership with VCSE is essential for renewal - we look forward to this developing effectively with local authorities and health systems.
Here at NAVCA we agree. Our members support voluntary and community organisations working on the frontline. Say hi to our colleague Jess Sumner she fill you in on our work #localinfrastructure #VCS #communities
Excited to be at today’s summit of government, civil society and the impact economy. I’ve long believed that the change we desperately need will only come if all sectors act together. Let’s hope today marks a real beginning.
July 17, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Here at NAVCA we agree. Our members support voluntary and community organisations working on the frontline. Say hi to our colleague Jess Sumner she fill you in on our work #localinfrastructure #VCS #communities
This is a really helpful overview of the key points from a complex and nuanced research programme on local VCSE support infrastructure like, CVS or voluntary action organisations. Well worth a 5 min read. #local #localgoverment #VCSE #localinfrastructure #health #communities
Strong communities require strong support. Local Civil Society Infrastructure (LCSI) enables charities to collaborate and influence local decisions. Funding cuts have weakened support, causing community suffering. It's time to invest in local impact.
Read more 👉 pbe.co.uk/insights/why...
Read more 👉 pbe.co.uk/insights/why...
Why local civil society infrastructure matters – and what we found out | PBE
Every day across the country, charities, community groups and volunteers do incredible work to support their communities. But many of these groups are small, local, and often working on their own. To ...
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July 15, 2025 at 10:24 AM
This is a really helpful overview of the key points from a complex and nuanced research programme on local VCSE support infrastructure like, CVS or voluntary action organisations. Well worth a 5 min read. #local #localgoverment #VCSE #localinfrastructure #health #communities
#NAVCAConference25 Rob MacMillan from Sheffield Hallam helping us explore research demonstrating power of local VCSE infrastructure #localinfrastructure
May 15, 2025 at 11:11 AM
#NAVCAConference25 Rob MacMillan from Sheffield Hallam helping us explore research demonstrating power of local VCSE infrastructure #localinfrastructure
Setting up for the #NAVCAConference25 dinner in Sheffield. Looking forward to seeing colleagues from #localvcseinfrastructureorganisations and to a full day of speakers and workshops tomorrow
May 14, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Setting up for the #NAVCAConference25 dinner in Sheffield. Looking forward to seeing colleagues from #localvcseinfrastructureorganisations and to a full day of speakers and workshops tomorrow
@nicolesykes.bsky.social good example of high quality VCS support for #refugee #asylumseekers through partnership working facilitated by local VCSE infrastructure organisation, see Westmorland and Furness case study www.local.gov.uk/publications...
Working with Local Infrastructure Organisations to engage smaller VCFSE organisations: Good practice guide
This good practice guide sets out some simple, practical steps that councils can take to work with infrastructure organisations in order to strengthen and engage effectively with smaller Voluntary Com...
www.local.gov.uk
December 3, 2024 at 11:19 AM
@nicolesykes.bsky.social good example of high quality VCS support for #refugee #asylumseekers through partnership working facilitated by local VCSE infrastructure organisation, see Westmorland and Furness case study www.local.gov.uk/publications...
Reposted by Jill Hopkinson
November 26, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Well worth 10 minutes of your time to listen to this. Highly instructive and very moving.
Some crazy calls this week. This one was unbelievably moving. youtu.be/gJYHyIGaqA4?...
James O'Brien's extraordinary call with rabbi who supports arrest warrant for Netanyahu | LBC
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November 22, 2024 at 4:08 PM
Well worth 10 minutes of your time to listen to this. Highly instructive and very moving.
Some important points from Rebecca Mear, CEO of local VCSE support organisation Voscur. Let’s get communities more involved in deciding what they want to achieve from government funding www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/poor-ti...
‘Poor timing’ for Civil Society Covenant, parliamentary group hears
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November 22, 2024 at 2:35 PM
Some important points from Rebecca Mear, CEO of local VCSE support organisation Voscur. Let’s get communities more involved in deciding what they want to achieve from government funding www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/poor-ti...