Network Members

Active Student works with students at the University of Brighton to find them rewarding, safe and supported volunteering opportunities within the local community. Active Student supports volunteers throughout their volunteering experience.

Enriching the lives of children and young people, in particular those from disadvantaged backgrounds, through outdoor adventure and education events run by previously unemployed adults and young people.

Albion in the Community the charitable arm of Brighton & Hove FC, delivers a variety of social initiatives, including disability, education, health, social inclusion & sport related programmes targeting crime prevention, education, health & employment.

A project for young people under 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or unsure of their sexuality. We run a weekly drop-in and offer one-to-one support and training/workshops around LGBT issues.

Amaze gives information, advice and support to parents of children with special needs and disabilities in Brighton & Hove. We work to empower parents to help their children live fully socially included lives. Helpline: 01273 772289

A small community group that aims to challenge racism and prejudice by raising awareness of the multi-cultural history of Britain, particularly in B&H, including the contributions of Black and Minority Ethnic people to the city, both past and present.

A Christian Charity seeking to practically follow the holistic example of Jesus to help people in need; body, mind and spirit.

We provide a healthier, more sustainable & local food system for the city. We deliver cookery, growing + healthy weight programmes.

BHIMS trains vounteers in community mediation skills to deliver mediation to the neighbours, community members, young people and their families, and people in the workplace, to resolve conflict and disputes they are experiencing.

Central organisation for exchange of information between all Jewish religious, cultural and social groups, working in the voluntary sector.

We do summer outings, kids art club, homework club and christmas events.

Young people's project providing activities and support for Black and Minority Ethnic young people aged 11 to 25.

Promotes cycling as an environmentally friendly alternative to private motor transport. Campaigns for better conditions for cycling, both on road and off.

The Foyer provides quality accommodation, support and activities to maximise young people's potential and help move them towards independent living.

Tues 10.30 -12.30, Hanover Community Centre, Southover Street. Support and information to all breastfeeding mothers in Brighton and Hove. A chance to meet other breastfeeding mothers of similar ages. A library service is also available.

Swimming activities including diving and synchro for all ages, babies to adult.

A group of persons, of all ages and from all walks of life, who are dedicated to improving the quality of life for many people less fortunate than themselves. Our motto "we serve" sums up the aims of Lions worldwide.

As Development Education Centre BPEC provides information and education about peace and environment related issues by working together with all parts of the community. The resource centre includes over 2000 books, teaching packs, leaflets, films and art.

Singing and performance training for young people aged 8-18. Includes: vocal lessons; stage performance; recording; microphone technique; song writing.

We work with and on behalf of all residents groups within Brunswick & Regency.

Works to support anyone caring for a partner, relative or friend, providing services & support to help them cope with their situation & organising activities as a respite from their caring role. We also campaign to raise awareness of carers.

We are a community building which serves the Preston Circus area and a venue which we hire out to a range of organisations and events. We are the base for Circus Preschool, Alternatives (pregnancy counselling) and City Gate Church.

A church focused on reaching out to the local community. Projects include: supporting homeless and those in crisis (Crossover), schools work, a parent and toddler group (Sunbeams), a Pre-school (The Ark), youth groups, an over 50's lunchclub (Meet to Eat)

Provides a drop-in and referral centre for homeless young people aged 16 to 25. Food and clothing store.

Provision of accessible, safe and affordable transport to community groups, voluntary sector organisations and individuals with mobility difficulties.

Opportunities for people to take part in short term international volunteer projects abroad and for local community groups in the UK to involve international volunteers in their work.

Provides opportunities and a safe place for young people aged 7-25 by running club nights, out of school activities and daytime training programmes.

Daybreak provides Family Group Conferences which bring together families and service providers. It enables families to make plans for the health and well being of their children. Referrals come from CYPT.

Caters for young people between 14 and 25 years. Awards can be earned at bronze, silver and gold levels. Plus National Award programme.

Toy library, advice, support & information for workers and families. Specialist bereavement support & advice. We aim to work positively to combat bias of every kind in cooperation and partnership across Brighton & Hove.

Extratime provides inclusive out of school play and leisure opportunities for children and young people between the ages of 5 & 19 years old with disabilities at five venues in the City. Extratime also offers a training, outreach and consultancy service.

Liaises with the Council to enhance and develop the park. Raises funds to do this by social events and subscriptions. Produces quarterly newsletters. Does planting, combats graffiti and vandalism as well as many community events.

FN! provides furniture and other household effects at low cost to those who need them. All welcome. FN! also provides accredited and informal training to all unemployed and socially excluded groups.

Girlguiding UK is the UK's largest voluntary organisation for girls and young women. We enable girls and young women to realise their full potential and take an active role in today's society.

Charity providing affordable costume hire as well as related resources and information to community/youth groups and projects, schools and colleges, fringe arts. Costume hire from £3 an outfit per week.

We are a not for profit company that aims to reduce the impact of suicide on our community. We deliver suicide intervention skills training (ASIST) and mental health awareness and skills training.

1) Community Development Work 2) Youth work (e.g. weekly street work, sexual health clinic, community projects, holiday activities) 3) The operation of the H&K Information Technology (HaKIT) programme providing free & low cost IT training.

Promotes a healthy and social lifestyle to the community through the practice and competition of table tennis for all ages, genders and abilities.

We offer a range of activities for all ages. Two community rooms available to hire. Wheelchair accessible. Fully equipped kitchen. Hollingdean Development Trust is responsible for managing the building.

We publish a bimonthly newsletter in Hollingdean to share information about local and citywide activities. Our ethos is to break down social isolation and build a sense of community by bringing together news on local events and groups.

A registered charity offering childcare and education to under 8?s in Hove and Brighton. We integrate children with all abilities into mainstream play. We also offer support and training, and have a community coffee shop and charity shop.

A collective of holistic therapists and individuals interested in all aspects of health and well being promotion through self help and shared support approaches offering workshops, low cost clinics, local events.

A registered social landlord committed to community development and regeneration. We have expertise in preparing bids, project management, community consultation & working in partnership with other voluntary & statutory agencies & community groups.

One stop drop in sessions three times a week providing general support, advice and guidance to young people aged 13-25 years. We also provide sexual health, counselling, cafe courses, Connexions services.

The PDS supports the voluntary sector with a range of services including: Contracting, Fundraising, Monitoring and Evaluation, Facilitation, Partnership Building, Business Planning, Business Development and Human Resource.

Christian church meeting regularly at the Millwood Centre and Moulsecoomb Village Hall for worship. We welcome all to explore with us how we can apply Christian faith to everyday living and loving our neighbour (-hood!).

Provides a hall & meeting rooms for groups at reasonable prices. The Community Cafe is open 9-3, Mon-Fri for low-cost meals. St George's Neighbourhood Nursery operates in the centre for up to 22 young people. Also takes bookings for St Georges Church.

Volunteer run art & craft group for all ages inc. Splats!! & Splodges!! experimenting with different materials & having fun. Drop in Friday pm sessions for 16+ at St Francis of Assisi church, Moulsecoomb Way. Just call in & join us for tea & coffee.

MOSAIC Black, Asian & Mixed Parentage Family Group aims to provide support to BAMP people in the B&H area. Services include monthly bring a dish, four weekly under-55 meetings, Black Achievement Workshops and Triple P courses.

To provide funding and support to small and emerging community-based initiatives.

Project V is the University of Sussex Student Union's volunteering scheme. We provide students and staff with volunteering placements in the local community that are rewarding, safe and supported.

Working with Rwandan Youth - running a resource centre in Kigali offering information re sexual & reproductive health, income generation & training. Within B&H community raising awareness of Rwanda past & present, and fundraising for activities in Rwanda.

Supported semi-independent flats for care leavers and young people with or without a learning disability in the Brighton area. Social work support and guidance. Outreach support for young people in the community.

A community based centre offering safe, accessible & inclusive play & recreational opportunities to children & youngsters irrespective of ability, background or status & support their parents & carers through advocacy, mentoring & information services.

Spurgeons is a national charity that provides support for children, young people and families. Focus of our work is delivery of community-based children's and youth work and targeted family support.

Strike A Light is a not for profit community arts organisation led by Nicola Benge, a committed, experienced community artist and reminiscence facilitator. We use people's life stories and memories and make art to transform public and private spaces.

Promotes the benefit of the inhabitants and primarily the Sudanese inhabitants in Sussex. Advances the education of the said inhabitants.

Looks after the welfare of the children and promotes women?s and children?s cultural, social, economic and educational needs. We provide an open monthly meeting for women to meet and discuss their problems.

Survivors Network provides independent confidential services for women who have had unwated sexual experiences and their partners and supporters. We providing counselling, group work, advocacy, a multi-channel helpline and a targetted service for 14 - 25s

Working with those in Sussex who have spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus to create and develop the best opportunities.

Provides activities for affiliated clubs throughout Sussex and Brighton & Hove. Our activities for young people include sports tournaments, sports taster sessions, you women's/men's events, rap session, young leaders' training & activity camps.