The Racial Minority Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Assembly Update

The Racial Minority Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Assembly facilitate opportunities for Racial Minority community and voluntary organisations to articulate the concerns and needs of and within communities. The purpose of the Assembly is to increase the voice and influence of Racial Minority communities and ensure fair treatment and equality in the delivery of services. The Assembly is hosted by The Race Equality Centre, who provide the development and administrative support.

The objectives of the Assembly are to: “Enable Racial Minority communities and organisations to have a greater voice and influence and to challenge race inequalities in policy and decision making.”This is achieved by Integrating communication mechanisms amongst organisations, and enabling equitable empowerment of Racial Minority communities and organisations.

We are currently offering Micro Grants ranging between £500-£1000 to Racial Minority voluntary sectoror ganisations experiencing difficult times during Covid-19. This financial support is limited and will be on a first come first serve basis.For more information about the Assembly, how to join,or for an application form to access the fund please contact: Fiona Francis, (Racial Minority VCS Assembly)Tel: 0116 2042790 Email: fiona.francis@theraceequalitycentre.org.uk