At the heart of voluntary and community action for 90 years, we are immersed and rooted in the North East.
We work collectively and inclusively to connect, grow and strengthen our society. We are warm and approachable, and we create opportunities to exchange ideas, learn from and empower one another.
| At the heart of voluntary and community action in the Newcastle and Gateshead, we want to improve the quality of life across the region and work towards a fairer future for all. | 
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How do we do this?
We understand from our own experiences the challenges people face. We truly value people and we won't judge or dictate.
Leading independently and side by side with our communities and partners, we share our resources, skills and expertise to enable people to take meaningful action.
Courageous, resourceful and determined, we will challenge unfairness and ask difficult questions.
Working effectively and accountably to instil confidence. We aim to become stronger and more sustainable to inspire positive and lasting change throughout our community
We believe that diversity should be celebrated and valued, and everyone deserves equality.
Working towards a fairer future for all, we won't stand still. By making an impact on causes big and small, we want to improve the quality of life across the region.
From individuals to organisations, we believe everyone has a right to be heard.
Trusted to listen, understand and advocate, we strive for excellence. We’re open and honest, we stick by people and give our support to ensure their voices are heard.
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Latest News
- 08 September 2021October is Black History Month and this year the BHM campaign is celebrating with the theme 'Proud to be'. There are a number of things happening here at Connected Voice throughout Black History Month and we'll keep this page updated. If your organisation is planning an event or campaign then let us know
- 06 September 2021We’re celebrating our 25th anniversary this year. We might have gone through some name changes over the years but throughout the last quarter of a century we’ve provided high quality, free, independent advocacy to disadvantaged, marginalised and minoritised people across Tyne and Wear and the North East.
- 06 September 2021Recite Me provides a whole set of accessibility tools including translation to multiple languages, screen reader, magnifier, dictionary and control over colour, contrast and font. We’ve also made our promotional video more accessible by adding a voiceover.
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Highlights
Our latest magazine is now available! Featuring:
Spotlights: Best of Bensham and Walker Workers
Special features: Spirit of Christmas Appeal
Advice from our team about funding as we look to the future, and lots more….
Connected Voice has partnered with Newcastle City Council and Gateshead Council to raise money from local businesses and residents through the Spirit of Christmas appeal.
It’s important we all continue to take steps to prevent the spread of the illness, and support our staff and volunteers in different ways as restrictions change.
