October 23, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS
It was wonderful to see so many of you join us for the Dudley CVS AGM and Community Action Awards at Brierley Hill Civic, a special evening celebrating not only incredible community action across Dudley borough. Throughout the evening, we
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October 14, 2026
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Published by John Goodman
Making room for every voice
I recently caught up with Sarah Offley, Chief Officer at Dudley Voices for Choice, a charity built around a simple but powerful idea: people whose lives decisions affect should have a real say in making them. What does good leadership
September 9, 2026
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Published by Becky
From the ashes: An even better Fens Pool Community Centre emerges
A couple of weeks ago I visited Fens Pool Community Centre. The last time I met with trustees and volunteers was in a local coffee shop. The centre had been all but completely destroyed by a fire in August 2025.
August 6, 2026
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Published by John Goodman
Coombeswood Canal Trust: The Hidden Gem at the End of the Canal
There are some places that feel as though they’ve been quietly waiting to be discovered. Tucked away among the industrial estates of Halesowen, Hawne Basin is one of them. At first glance, it is exactly what you might expect from
July 17, 2026
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Published by Richard Moss
From Feeling Overwhelmed to Looking Forward: Destiny’s Social Prescribing Journey
When 24-year-old Destiny was referred to Integrated Plus by Dudley Talking Therapies, she was looking for social support and free activities to help improve her wellbeing. However, it quickly became clear that there were several interconnected challenges affecting her daily
July 13, 2026
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Published by Becky
Restoring wellbeing, building community, providing hope: The Afiyya Foundation’s journey
For families experiencing hardship across Lye, Dudley borough and the wider West Midlands, timely support can make all the difference. That’s why we’re delighted that The Afiyya Foundation has officially become a registered charity, opening new opportunities to provide hope,
June 26, 2026
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Published by Richard Moss
Buddy Volunteers – providing support to improve well-being…
Dudley CVS promotes and nurtures volunteering opportunities with the Volunteer Centre helping people engage with all things volunteering across the Dudley Borough. There are many rewarding benefits that come from volunteering; gaining a sense of personal achievement, meeting new people,
May 11, 2026
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Published by Becky
The Feelgood Choir, 9 years later…
On a warm, Wednesday evening in late April, I stepped into DY1 in Dudley to a tremendous welcome from the Feelgood Choir, 9 years after first working with the gang to help them become a voluntary group. Back in January,
April 7, 2026
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Published by Becky
Full STEAM ahead for ambitious Stourbridge Lion 2029 project
Dudley borough has a proud industrial heritage and an ambitious project in Stourbridge is going to bring past, present and future together to inspire local school children. I’ve been working with the founders of Stourbridge Lion 2029 CIC for the
April 2, 2026
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Published by Richard Moss
Celebrating social prescribing day and a beautiful partnership
Integrated Plus funds local community interest organisations to facilitate groups and support to help improve the health and wellbeing of clients referred to the service via its Spring into Action social prescribing fund. The service primarily supports people who struggle
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