In today’s interconnected world, bridging the gap between sectors is crucial for fostering collaboration and innovation. Recognising this need, the Tees Valley Volunteering Consortium, spearheaded by the Redcar and Cleveland Voluntary Development Agency (RCVDA) and supported by Edge Innovation Limited, is embarking on an ambitious journey to create a platform that will revolutionise how private and voluntary sector organisations collaborate in the UK.
Purpose and Vision
The driving force behind this endeavour is to create a robust technical framework that will facilitate seamless connections between private sector businesses and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector organisations in the Tees Valley and beyond. Our vision is to establish an inclusive, reputable, and unified knowledge base around volunteering, fostering strategic collaboration and maximising opportunities for mutual benefit.
Organisational Insight
The Consortium has emerged from a comprehensive exploration of the needs of the VCSE sector, seeking to leverage the strengths of both private and voluntary sectors to drive positive change. It aims to create a locally owned infrastructure that provides online and physical spaces for stakeholders to access and share resources, skills, and knowledge, with all commercial revenues reinvested into the development of the VCSE sector in the Tees Valley.
The Volunteering Challenge
The Tees Valley Business Volunteering Challenge, supported by the Tees Valley Combined Authority and funded by the Government Community Renewal Fund, laid the foundation for this initiative. It brought together diverse VCSE organisations and private corporations, harnessing the expertise of large businesses to advance the VCSE sector in the region. Through a series of workshops, stakeholders identified key challenges and potential solutions, including the development of an online platform, strategic collaborations, and improved networking opportunities.
Roadmap to Innovation
A roadmap was devised to translate these ideas into tangible outcomes. The challenge facilitated networking and stronger connections between sectors, empowering VCSEs to identify their needs and establish frameworks for collaboration with the private sector. The result is a comprehensive plan of action, guiding us towards the implementation of innovative solutions that will drive positive social impact.
Seeking Technical Providers for Platform Development
As we embark on the journey to revolutionise collaboration between the private and voluntary sectors in the Tees Valley and beyond, we are calling upon technical providers to join us in this transformative endeavour.
Opportunity Awaits
We are seeking innovative technical solutions that will underpin the development of our pioneering volunteering platform. This platform will serve as a cornerstone for connecting organisations, facilitating the exchange of resources, skills, and knowledge, and driving positive social impact.
Your Expertise Needed
If you are a technical provider with a passion for innovation and a commitment to social change, we invite you to tender for the technical specification of the project and shape the future of collaborative engagement.
How to Get Involved
Together, we can harness the power of technology to build bridges, connect communities, and pave the way for a brighter future.
Join us in this transformative journey and be a catalyst for positive change. Together, let’s create a platform that empowers organisations, strengthens communities, and drives lasting social impact. The future awaits – let’s build it together.
