Sector Connector

Workshop with presenter


The Sector Connector programme empowers businesses to create meaningful impact in their communities by connecting them with voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Through skilled volunteering, companies can share their knowledge and experience - offering support in the form of advice, training, or mentoring across key areas like HR, marketing, legal services, digital innovation, leadership development, and health and wellbeing.  
 

Our brokered service enables businesses to: 

  • Forge meaningful connections with local communities, showcasing their commitment to social impact while boosting visibility and unlocking new opportunities.
  • Enhance employee engagement and wellbeing through skilled volunteering, offering purposeful ways to grow professionally and personally.
  • Provide enriching experiences that strengthen communication, mentoring, and leadership skills, empowering colleagues to apply their talents in fresh, impactful settings.
     

Lets connect

Are you a business ready to share your expertise, or a VCSE organisation in Newcastle or Gateshead looking for support through Sector Connector?

Reach out to Jenny Forrester, our Sector Connector Coordinator, at  jenny.forrester@connectedvoice.org.uk to explore how we can work together to make a difference.

 

2024/25 Sector Connector highlights

  • 252 VCSE organisations took part in our workshops, gaining valuable insights and practical support.
  • 19 businesses actively contributed their expertise to the programme—including Muckle LLP, Home Group, Capgemini, Jule Wilson Communications, and First Aid North East—strengthening cross-sector collaboration. 
  • 18 workshops delivered, covering essential topics such as GDPR, first aid, digital tools, employment law, charity mergers, recruitment, storytelling, and measuring social impact.

“What a great event - very informative and thank you for the words of wisdom”
- Ian Wolstenholme, CEO at Age UK Gateshead.


Explore our upcoming free training events 

Visit Our Programme page to see what’s coming up and get involved.