Your organisation is invited to submit a quotation for the delivery of lived experience engagement and qualitative data collection as part of Birmingham City Council's (BCC) Underserved Migrant Health Needs Assessment (UMHNA). BCC is commissioning up to five VCFSE organisations to deliver focused engagement activities. Each organisation will work with a distinct migrant community with whom they have established and trusted relationships. Read more
The Inclusion Health team (Public Health) is inviting colleagues and partners across Birmingham to get involved in the Underserved Migrant Health Needs Assessment (UMHNA). Migrants in vulnerable circumstances face some of the most significant health inequalities in our city. This assessment is a key opportunity to better understand these challenges, highlight what works and develop clear, actionable recommendations that will drive meaningful change. Read more
In new research which RNIB are conducting around the rising cost of living, we are running a survey to gain the feedback of blind and partially sighted people to inform this work and allow us to speak to decision makers. The survey covers important topics such as heating and energy, food and essentials and the additional costs of having sight loss. The survey should take around 20 minutes to complete, though you can take as long as you need, and answers are optional. Read more
We are listening to charities, social enterprises, community groups, mutual aid groups, lived-experience-led organisations and the people they support. Your answers will shape a sector report and the continuing development of Dilloo, a calm operating platform for charities and social enterprises built around safe, strategic AI use. Read more
The VCSE Barometer is a regular national survey of voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations. It provides up-to-date evidence on the pressures organisations are facing, how the sector is responding, and what support may be needed. Wave 15 asks what is happening now. With a new Prime Minister coming in and national priorities being reshaped, this is a useful moment to build a clearer picture of what organisations are experiencing on the ground. Read more
The BEOND study is a large-scale survey being run by the Cerebra Network. Join the study to explore behaviour, emotion, and health outcomes in neurodevelopmental disorders, and help support affected families. Read more
Survivors are turning to our charity in record numbers, at the very moment we’re facing one of the most challenging and destabilising periods in our history. To continue to be there for every person who needs us, we urgently need your support. Our Recovery Appeal is about rebuilding together. With your support, we’re aiming to raise £5,000 by August, so survivors in our community can continue to find safety, hope and healing, with our support. Read more
YES, Energy Solutions is carrying out a short two-minute survey to better understand the challenges, opportunities and support needs of community groups, including how energy is used, managed and could be improved locally. Read more
National Youth Agency are inviting all frontline youth workers and organisations to complete the National Youth Sector Census. If you deliver youth work directly, your insight is crucial. Read more
Join a University of Glasgow study exploring rest and free time under disabling capitalism. The questionnaire seeks responses from UK-based people who self-identify as being disabled, chronically ill, learning disabled, d/Deaf, neurodivergent, having impairments, or experiencing mental distress. Share your views today. Read more
Marie Curie and University College London are looking for people to take part in a new research project exploring the end of life care experiences of first-generation migrants in the UK. Read more
The UK's copper landline network is being retired and moving to digital landlines, providing a safer, more reliable service ahead of the industry‑wide switchover in January 2027. In the final year of the nationwide upgrade, BT is reminding customers that support is available and that failing to respond to messages may result in disruption to their phone or broadband services as the switchover deadline approaches. Read more
The Government is planning reforms to Access to Work. RNIB want to make sure some of the most expensive aspects of the scheme – including support workers – are protected, whatever the outcome of these reforms. If you are blind or partially sighted and use Access to Work, please complete our short survey. Read more
The Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership (BSCP) oversees how organisations work together to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children and young people in Birmingham. We would love to hear your thoughts on our website (www.lscpbirmingham.org.uk) so we can improve it for you and other users. Read more
The University of Birmingham is seeking individuals involved in providing social care to those aged 65 or over to participate in important research regarding hospital discharge. Read more
University of Birmingham are recruiting people who have experienced neck pain in the past but are currently pain-free for a research study which is trying to understand why some people develop repeated episodes of neck pain and others do not. Read more
The Council and its partners are excited to launch the Ageing Well Survey and need your voice to help shape a Birmingham where everyone can age with dignity, independence and connection. As our city’s older population grows, it’s vital that the services, spaces and support we design truly reflect what people need — and the best way to do that is by hearing directly from you. Read more
Birmingham City Council is committed to working collaboratively with partner organisations to deliver effective services that reduce and prevent violence across our communities. As part of this commitment, we are undertaking a programme of market engagement to help inform and shape our future strategic approach. Read more
Positive Pathways is a fully funded research study delivered by Ingeus and funded by the Youth Endowment Fund (YEF), aiming to motivate, support, and inspire teens to change course and thrive. By referring a young person, you’re giving them the opportunity to take part in a unique project designed to build skills, confidence, and resilience. Read more
The campaign encourages all road users to reflect on their behaviour, make safer choices, and learn more about the action being taken to reduce deaths and serious injuries on our roads. Read more
Ever wondered what it takes to keep the buses, trams, trains, cyclists, walkers and e-scooter riders moving like clockwork? if you are aged 16-26, you can find out by joining the Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) Young Ambassador Network! Read more
We are recruiting people who have experienced neck pain in the past but are currently pain-free for a neck pain research study. Read more
Kaur Lab UK CIC has launched a West Midlands-wide survey to gather anonymous experiences of racism, harassment, and hate affecting women of colour since the summer of 2024. The findings will be collated and shared with West Midlands Police, local authorities, and the Mayor. This is an opportunity to contribute to an evidence base that can directly influence local and regional policy responses to racism, hate crime, and gendered safety. The more voices we hear, the stronger the case for action. Read more
RNIB wants to find out if blind and partially sighted people, as well as the public, know about community eyecare services (like GPs, high street opticians, and other local eyecare options). They also want to understand how these services can help people before, during, and after an eye diagnosis. Your feedback will help inform wider conversations about the future of eyecare — including discussions with the NHS. Read more