We’ve just published our “VSSN in 2025” roundup, a short look back at key moments from the past year across events, new researchers activity, comms, Small Grants and more.
Read it here: www.vssn.org.uk/2026/01/05/v...
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📢 Today’s the day!
It’s the final deadline to register for #VSVR2025. Don’t miss your chance to join us at @bayesbschool.bsky.social l this September, alongside @ncvo.bsky.social and @volactionislington.bsky.social .
📅 Book now: www.vssn.org.uk/2025-volunta...
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🐦 One month to go until early bird booking closes for #VSVR2025!
Join us in September at @bayesbschool.bsky.social and register by 18 July to access reduced rates.
Details & booking 👇
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📅 Just a reminder — early bird registration for #VSVR2025 is open!
Join us this September at Bayes Business School for two days of voluntary sector research, discussion & connection (plus the New Researchers Day on 2 Sept).
Book by 18 July for reduced rates 👇
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Closing reflections from Jane Cullingworth @uofglasgow.bsky.social at Perspectives on Scotland’s Third Sector Impact:
🗣️ "It's important to learn from what works and what doesn't — capture all learning."
🗣️ "Find ways to evidence impact that engage policy makers."
#VSSN #Impact #Scotland
Adam Lane @carnegieuk.bsky.social highlighting the vital role of civil society in bringing people together, strengthening communities, and shaping policy.
A reminder that the sector must be bold in both action and voice.
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Lively group discussions at Perspectives on Scotland’s Third Sector Impact, hosted today at @uofglasgow.bsky.social
Great to see participants engaging with the challenges of measuring impact and sharing practical ideas from across the sector.
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Great to see VSSN trustee Bethany Sikes, @volunteerscotland.bsky.social, presenting on the social value of volunteering in Scotland at today’s symposium.
An important reminder of the difference volunteering makes to wellbeing and community life.
#VSSN #Volunteering #Scotland #Impact
We’re underway at Perspectives on Scotland’s Third Sector Impact!
Great to kick things off with a warm welcome from Amy Sanders, @aberuni.bsky.social, Co-Chair of VSSN, highlighting the importance of collaboration and relationships.
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Find out more about today’s event and what we’ll be exploring:
🔗 www.vssn.org.uk/2025/03/18/s...
We’ll be sharing reflections from the day here on Bluesky.
Stay tuned!
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Still deciding whether to attend #VSVR2025?
Learn more about the conference, who it’s for, what to expect, and explore the draft programme. It might just be the event for you.
ℹ️ www.vssn.org.uk/https-www-vs...
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Thinking about joining VSSN?
Members get access to events including discounted rates for the upcoming #VSVR2025 conference.
Be part of a vibrant network of researchers & practitioners in the voluntary sector.
Find out more 👇
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www.vssn.org.uk/about-us/ben...
🤝 Why join #VSSN? Be part of a growing network of researchers and practitioners interested in the UK voluntary sector.
✔️ Access member-only events
✔️ Share your work & stay informed
✔️ Shape the future of voluntary sector research
Find out more and join 👉 www.vssn.org.uk/about-us/ben...
🗣️ Want to stay connected to voluntary sector research conversations? Join the #VSSN JISCMail list — open to all, not just members! Get updates and join active discussion across the field. Info 👉 www.vssn.org.uk/members/disc...
Thanks to @jisc.bsky.social for supporting the JISCMail platform.
📝 New on the VSSN blog: A warm hello from our Co-Chairs! They reflect on what VSSN means to them, the role of research in turbulent times, and their hopes for the network. Read the full post 👉 www.vssn.org.uk/2025/03/07/a... #VSSN #VoluntarySector #ResearchCommunity
🎥 Just starting out in voluntary sector research? Explore past VSSN New Researchers’ Sessions and hear from others in the field: 👉 www.vssn.org.uk/new-research.... Want to join the network and be part of future events? 🔗 Become a member: www.vssn.org.uk/join/ #VSSN #NewResearchers #ResearchCommunity
🗞️ Want to see what’s happening in the voluntary sector research world? Take a look at our latest member newsletter: 📬 mailchi.mp/70464f360ebd.... Not a VSSN member yet? Join us to stay connected, access updates, and be part of the community. 🔗 www.vssn.org.uk/join/ #VSSN #ResearchCommunity
📢 Starting now! Join our #VSVR2025 Abstract Drop-in Session — ask your questions about abstracts for papers, panels & workshops. 🕧 12:30–1:30pm BST. 💻 Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/j/8762245806...
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📢 Got questions about submitting an abstract to #VSVR2025? Join our Abstract Drop-in Session today! 🗓️ 6 May | 🕧 12:30–1:30pm BST. An informal space to ask about writing abstracts for papers, panels, workshops & more. 👉 tinyurl.com/vsvrdropin #VSSN #VoluntarySector #CallForPapers
⏳ One week to go until the abstract submission deadline for #VSVR2025! 🗓️ 3–4 Sept | Bayes Business School (@bayesbschool.bsky.social). Theme: Creating Change Together – Civil society working beyond sector and organisational boundaries. Submit by 12 May 👉 tinyurl.com/VSVR2025 #VSVR2025 #VSSN
📢 Just one week left to submit your abstract for the New Researchers’ Stream at #VSVR2025! 🗓️ 2 Sept | Bayes Business School (@bayesbschool.bsky.social), London. Open to students, ECRs, practitioners and those in between. Submit by 12 May 👉 www.vssn.org.uk/vsvr-2025-ne... #NewResearchers #VSSN
Not a VSSN member yet? Join today! Our network brings together academics, practitioners, independent researchers & policy professionals who care about voluntary sector research in the UK. 🧠 Connect. Share. Learn. 🔗 www.vssn.org.uk/join/
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Update: Perspectives on Scotland’s Third Sector Impact. Our event on 11 June 2025 at the University of Glasgow is now fully booked. However, you can still join the waiting list. Find out more 👉 tinyurl.com/scotlandimpact #VSSN #Scotland
📚 Interested in using organisational records in your research? Join the Voluntary Sector Archives Summer School, 15–16 July 2025 at UCL. Find out more 👉 tinyurl.com/archivessummer #VSSN #Archives #VoluntarySector
The New Researchers’ Stream at #VSVR2025 is open for abstracts too! 📅 2 September 2025, Bayes Business School, London. A welcoming space to share your ideas and connect. More info 👉 www.vssn.org.uk/vsvr-2025-ne... #NewResearchers #VSSN #VSVR2025
We’ve joined the conversation! VSSN is now on Bluesky. Follow us for news, events, and research conversations around the voluntary sector and civil society. Let’s connect, share, and learn together. #VSSN #VoluntarySector #CivilSociety
So excited to see my first (PhD related) published article pop through my letterbox today....#VoluntarySectorReview #VSSN #PhdLife
