Community Training

At Vision we believe our presence in the community is at the core of our success, for us this means being on-the-scene and providing the right service provision that will have a greater impact on the community and the people who live within it.

For almost 15 years, we have worked to share our expertise to make sure that the voluntary, public and private sectors have the skills and the knowledge they need to harness the energy of their volunteers and staff.

Having a Community Reputation

Vision have worked with various Organisations to promote their work within the community by providing training for Trustees on Leadership, Governance, Roles & Responsibilities, Marketing and Recruiting new Volunteers.

Our Volunteer training programs consist of Supporting the development of volunteers knowledge, skills and training needs.  Over the years Vision have designed and delivered service user involvement programs which bring people together to work collectively for change through understanding the importance of their own experiences, views and ideas in order to create good practice for the future.

Our Community clients: (A small example of our clients have included)

NIACE (National Institute of Adult Continuing Education).  SEEM Social Enterprise East Midlands, WEA (Workers' Educational Association) LSC (The Learning and Skills Council) various Sure Starts, Home starts, The Salvation Army, Employment Agencies, YMCA, Connections to name a few..

At vision we provide you with a bespoke training program.  Below are visions current top 3 Training Programs within the Community.

Business Training & Micro finance

• This innovative hands-on program has taught 100’s of Community Organisations business planning, marketing, financial record-keeping and banking skills. This training also supports individuals developing their practical experience, so they can apply for grants, tenders and loans to expand and/or diversify.

Ongoing mentoring

• Experienced Mentors are paired with trustees, employees and volunteers, to provide guidance and support. Quarterly workshops offer regular training to build confidence and clear goals to work on in the future.

Marketing for Not for Profit Organisations:

• Marketing for Not for profit Organisations is a balancing act, at Vision we know how important it is for Nonprofit Organisations to create a good first impression. Vision can help organizations grow through developing their marketing material or impressing visitors with a new website. We have the passion and the know-how to get you where you want to be.

Developing and implementing a Business and Marketing strategy is critical to running an effective charity or not for profit Organisation.