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From: Patrice Lawrence [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: 16 June 2010 16:02
Subject: Opportunities

The flow of people, researchers and users between sectors is one of the most effective mechanisms for knowledge exchange and facilitating dialogue to develop connections and understanding.
The ESRC Third Sector Placement Fellowship Scheme provides the unique opportunity for social science researchers to spend time within a third sector organisation to undertake practice-relevant research and work with the host organisation on specific projects. It also provides opportunities for third sector organisation employees to work on a project in a setting where they have access to academic resources.
The placements enable third sector organisations to access collaborative funding, academic expertise, innovative ideas and the opportunity to enhance the organisations creativity, effectiveness and impact. All of which are crucial for enhancing and supporting the third sector through a challenging economic climate.

Aims of the scheme:
Promote the application and co-production of knowledge between Research Organisations and third sector organisations (and the staff employed within them); Promote an evidence-based culture within the third sector; Provide third sector organisations with research-informed evidence to develop and review strategic and operational policy and practices; Enhance the research capacity of the collaborating third sector organisations; Provide career development opportunities and offer skills up-dating; Expand networks for third sector organisations into academia and vice versa; Enable all parties, including the ESRC, to develop their understanding of the interaction between research and the development of third sector policy and practice.
Applications should also relate to the ESRC Third Sector Engagement Strategy and the strategic aims and seven research challenges set-out within the ESRC's Strategic Plan 2009-14.
The placements enable the temporary (either on a full time or part time basis), of individuals to/from third sector and academia.
Please note: PhD students are not eligible to apply to this scheme
The scheme operates for one to twelve months in duration.
The scheme operates outside of normal fEC rules i.e. not on the standard 80 percent fEC funding model and all costs are paid at 100 percent rate.
The placements are collaboratively funded and will operate on the basis that costs will be shared on a 75/25 (ESRC will provide the 75 percent contribution) basis with the third sector partner. In reflection of the current economic challenges facing the third sector the ESRC has subsidised the third sector contribution, for other Placement Fellowships a 50 percent contribution is usually required. The maximum funding the ESRC will provide for the project will be £24,000.
The cost of the placement must not exceed the maximum funding of £32,000 and the third sector organisation will be expected to provide a 25 percent (maximum of £8,000) contribution towards the total cost of the placement (this contribution can be funded/subsidised by the collaborating Research Organisation).
Some flexibility might be negotiated on the fellow's time devoted to the grant. However, for both placement options, fellows would normally be expected to spend at least 50 percent of their time working in the host organisation's office to facilitate the two-way flow of dialogue and knowledge.
Fellows must adhere to the ESRC's requirement of independence from political, commercial or sectional interest throughout the placement
Fellows will need to give undertaking to respect a confidentiality agreement, specifying that any data and internal debate will not be disclosed without prior written agreement of the host organisation
The purpose can be between either a new or established relationship/partnership but must be a new project, not an already established one
ESRC expect there to be measurable and visible outputs in the public domain at the completion of the project
Both parties must commit to identifying outcomes after completion of the placement
In terms of evaluating the placement, the fellow will provide an End of Award Report within three months of its conclusion. A further Impact Report will be produced by the fellow and the host organisation after 12 months to assess the short term impacts of the placement. The host partner will also be asked to provide a report on the fellow's outputs.
The call for applications to this scheme opened on 1st June 2010 with a closing date of 5th August 2010.
All applications should be made via the Research Council Joint Electronic Submission System (Je-S).
Proposals must be approved with costing by the relevant institutional authority at the Research Organisation before submission to the ESRC and a letter of support from the host third sector organisation is required.
Download guidance and documentation from website below.
Marzena Bien, Knowledge Transfer Manager Email: [log in to unmask]">[log in to unmask] Tel: 01793 413137 or Aaron Camber, Knowledge Transfer Manager Email: [log in to unmask]">[log in to unmask] Tel: 01793 413230
Je-S Helpdesk Email: [log in to unmask]">[log in to unmask] Tel: 01793 444164
Website: http://www.esrc.ac.uk/ESRCInfoCentre/KnowledgeExch/ESRCThirdSectorPilotPlacementCall.aspx

Deadline: 5 August 2010

Awards
Last minute award opportunities for this month if you're quick
o Andy Ludlow Homelessness Awards
The Andy Ludlow Homelessness Awards are the country's leading homelessness awards.
The Andy Ludlow Homelessness Awards are open to all projects in London working in the field of homelessness, including those from the voluntary sector, housing and social services departments, NHS trusts, registered social landlords, or a partnership of agencies.
The winner of the 2010 awards will receive a prize of £25,000 with £10,000 going to each of the two runners-up and £2,000 going to three other shortlisted projects. This is at the discretion of the judges.
The judges will look for evidence of work that:
improves services to homeless people or people at risk of becoming homeless prevents homelessness tackles disadvantage caused by homelessness takes an innovative or unique approach to tackling the above issues can be replicated across London.
The Ludlow Awards aim to recognise and highlight innovative practice in the homelessness sector.
Entries must be in by 5pm on Monday 21 June 2010.
Website: http://www.londoncouncils.gov.uk/housing/andyludlow/2010/default.htm

o Sheila McKechnie Awards
The annual SMK Campaigner Awards provide a support programme for emerging and grassroots campaigners.
The awards are for individuals who are new to campaigning or operating with few resources and who show passion, tenacity and the potential to create change – locally, nationally or globally. You might not see yourself as a “campaigner” but if you are demonstrating commitment to a cause then SMK wants to hear from you.
The awards scheme offers a development package to winners, the aim is to equip campaigners with the skills they need to make a greater impact and achieve real change.The package of support does not include cash prizes but uses a model of action learning to share knowledge and acquire skills. This programme is completely bespoke involving an initial assessment; one-to-one coaching sessions; development workshops; and shadowing or mentoring opportunities. Read more about what is involved and what previous winners have received at the Award winners support programme on website below.
There are eight award categories: Consumer Action, Environment, International Campaigner, Local Campaigner, London Social Justice, Social Inclusion, Transport and Shout Out! (14-18 year olds). You can look through the awards categories or FAQs to learn more about the programme.
They are now accepting applications for 2010. Download an application form for yourself or, if you know of a campaigner who would benefit from our programme you can nominate someone you know for an award.
Applications can be submitted until 12 noon GMT on Monday 28th June 2010.
The Sheila McKechnie Foundation, The Resource Centre, 356 Holloway Road, London N7 6PA Tel: 020 7700 8231 Email: [log in to unmask]">[log in to unmask]
Website: http://www.smk.org.uk/smk-awards-2010

o Website: http://militarycivilianhealthawards.org/entering-the-awards/

o Health Foundation - Closing the Gap
Closing the Gap is the Health Foundation's annual award scheme dedicated to bridging the gap between best practice and routine delivery of care.
By tackling known gaps between the routine delivery of care and best practice, Closing the Gap aims to support demonstrable improvements, build the knowledge and skills of the workforce, and create approaches to transform the quality of healthcare in the UK.
Each year, Closing the Gap has a distinct focus. This year we will fund eight awards of up to £400,000 each. The Health Foundation is currently looking for teams to be part of this year’s Closing the Gap.
This year’s Closing the Gap aims to transform the dynamic between people who use health services and those who provide them.
They know that in order to achieve the best health outcomes and experience, people need to play an active role in their own care and receive support that is responsive to their needs.
Within the healthcare system, individuals, teams and services are already making these changes happen. There are many example of this, including by co-producing health, sharing decision making, supporting self-management, opening access to health records, and creating a culture that welcomes and acts on feedback.
Yet these examples remain the exception rather than the norm, and the real challenge is still implementing these on a large scale.
What do we mean by ‘transforming the dynamic’? To improve healthcare quality we need to transform the ‘dynamics’ created by the way healthcare systems work – and challenge the beliefs and behaviours of those who use and provide health services.
They believe that healthcare services should be organised around the needs of the people using them. To achieve this, many factors – from clinicians and managers to services and systems – will need to change. This will involve a shift in philosophy, culture and behaviours across three key relationships:
Between communities and the wider healthcare system. Services do not always take account of local community factors such as cultural expectations, knowledge, language and access, meaning there can be a gap between the services provided and what communities actually need. How can we better meet the needs of local communities to ensure high quality care?
Between the person using services and the wider healthcare system. The responsibility to ‘join up’ services currently sits with the user rather than the service provider. How can we address the need for greater integration, coordination and responsiveness?
Between the individual and those who work in health provision. Effective interactions require both parties to have a shared understanding of purpose and process. How can we use techniques, tools and resources to redesign the consultation from the individual’s perspective?

The Closing the Gap awards are open to applications from across the UK, and we’re looking for proposals involving working partnerships with a real commitment to long-term change.
They will give preference to applications from partnerships of organisations bringing together complementary talents, knowledge, expertise and leadership. Teams could include partners such as local clinical leaders, commissioners, providers, service users, national change agencies, professional bodies or the voluntary sector.
Successful applications will include clear strategies for embedding best practice so that it becomes routine, and for encouraging the spread of improvement.
They are inviting proposals that focus on one or more of the following three areas of interaction:
the dynamic between communities and the wider healthcare system the dynamic between the person using services and the wider healthcare system the dynamic between the person using services and those who work in health provision.
They recommend you take part in a Closing the Gap information call, there are three of these in May and June:
Monday 17 May at 11.30am Thursday 10 June at 2.30pm Wednesday 30 June at 3.30pm
The first stage of the process is to complete our online screening tool. This consists of a set of questions that checks the ‘fit’ of your idea against the scope and parameters of the scheme. Once the screening tool has been successfully completed, you can access the application form.
The deadline for submission of your electronic application is 12 noon on Tuesday 13 July 2010.
Interview and assessment of shortlisted teams will take place during the week commencing 20 September 2010.
The Health Foundation, 90 Long Acre, London WC2E 9RA Tel: 020 7257 8000 Fax: 020 7257 8001
Website: http://www.health.org.uk/current_work/open_for_applications/closing_the_gap_2010.html

o UnLtd - Level 2 Awards
Level 2 Awards are unique! UnLtd are looking for inspiring people who have innovative and entrepreneurial solutions to some of biggest challenges facing communities, wider society and the world.
They encourage applications from inspiring individuals who can clearly articulate a compelling vision to bring about social change. We are seeking those entrepreneurs with the ambition, determination and drive to really deliver their exciting project! UnLtd expects to be able to add value to every project they fund, so they need to be convinced that their investment of time and money is necessary.
Level 2 Awards can be up to £15,000. There are two Award competitions per year and we expect to make approximately 16 Awards in England and Northern Ireland every 6 months*. The Award can be used for your living expenses and project costs and they will be as flexible as they can in matching the Award to your projects financial needs. UnLtd will support you in evolving your project idea through a dedicated Development Manager, who will design a support package tailored to your needs and enabling you to drive forward your vision of long lasting social change.
The Autumn 2010 round - Expression of Interest live on website:
Friday 6th August 2010 10.00am
Expression of Interest deadline: Monday 6th September 2010 12.00 noon
Website: http://www.unltd.org.uk/template.php?ID=128&PageName=level2awardsv2

Patrice Lawrence

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