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Here are some of the things that the 100% Digital Leeds team has been working on over the past month.
You can find out more about our work on the 100% Digital Leeds website.
The Leeds Digital Inclusion Fund Briefing Event
6 June,11:30am - 12:15pm, online
Join us online to hear from Leeds Community Foundation and 100% Digital Leeds about The Leeds Digital Inclusion Fund, made possible thanks to support from Leeds Digital Ball.
The Leeds Digital Inclusion Fund will support the development and delivery of sustainable digital inclusion interventions in Leeds. We want people in Leeds to have the skills, support and equipment they need to be active online, now and in the future. Grants are up to £10,000 and applications for smaller amounts are welcome.
During the event, we'll share information about The Leeds Digital Inclusion Fund criteria and application process, as well as the support that 100% Digital Leeds can offer.
The event will be recorded, so even if you can't make the date you can still register and you'll be emailed the slides and recording afterwards.
Book onto the The Leeds Digital Inclusion Fund Briefing Event via the Ticket Tailor website.
Find out more about the Leeds Digital Inclusion Fund in the latest blog on the 100% Digital Leeds website.
Digital inclusion research project with Leeds Beckett University
Over the last 12 months, 100% Digital Leeds has worked with the Centre for Health Promotion Research at Leeds Beckett University on a research project funded by the British Academy.
The aim of the research was to understand how two city-wide programmes led by local authorities – 100% Digital Leeds and #CovConnects – contribute towards addressing digital inequality at a city-wide level, and how this impact can be measured.
Read the full Digital inclusion research project article on the 100% Digital Leeds website.
Partner profile
Each month we profile one of our delivery partners, showcasing their excellent work and giving examples of how they have integrated digital inclusion into their services.
Hamara
The Hamara Centre is a community organisation supporting residents in Beeston. The organisation began offering digital inclusion support in 2019 and started working with 100% Digital Leeds with the development of Digital Health Hubs.
Read the full Hamara partner profile on the 100% Digital Leeds website.
Events and training
Details of upcoming digital inclusion events and training opportunities.
Networking 101 - Become a Networking Extraordinaire
4 June, 5:00pm - 8:00pm, 1 Whitehall Quay LS1 4HR
Join WILD Digital for an exciting and interactive workshop session designed to elevate your networking skills to the next level. As part of their Breaking Barriers series, this event focuses on boosting your confidence and equipping you with the best networking tips and strategies. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting, this workshop will provide invaluable insights to help you develop your networking prowess and overcome any barriers in your path.
Book onto Networking 101 via the Universe website.
How to get free help with your digital devices - with AbilityNet and BT Group
6 June, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, online
In this free webinar, during Volunteers' Week 2024, expert speakers from AbilityNet will be joined by guest speakers from BT Group to highlight how they can provide free help with tech queries and provide 121 support.
Sign up to How to get free help with your digital devices via Zoom.
From scared to savvy - how DigiHandig unlocks digital empowerment at scale
6 June, 12:00 midday - 12:40pm, online
Join DigiCo for episode four of Unwrapping the Digital Divide. Kristel Thieme, Founder and Director of New Future Lab will present DigiHandig (now available in Dutch and English) - a user-friendly and accessible learning solution from The Netherlands, designed to elevate the digital skills and confidence of inexperienced smartphone and tablet users.
Book onto how DigiHandig unlocks digital empowerment at scale via Eventbrite.
Autisticon 2024
11 June, 9:30am - 4:30pm, Leeds Playhouse
AutistiCon is a free annual event which aims to educate, enlighten and share what it really means to be autistic. The event hosts guests speakers, information stalls and activities as well as performances and artworks created by autistic people. The event is open to all. For more information about Autisticon please visit the Leeds Autism Services website.
Digital wellbeing in the workplace
20 June, 10:00am - 11:00am, online
This masterclass aims to support your organisation to:
- understand what digital wellbeing is
- explore the impact of digital technology on employee work-related stress and burnout
- understand how we can support digital wellbeing at work
Book on to Digital wellbeing in the workplace via the SCVO website.
Forum Central Learning Disability Awards
21 June, 7:30pm - 12:00 midnight, The Marriott Hotel LS1 6ET
The Learning Disability Awards recognise and celebrate the amazing work that happens in Leeds to improve the lives of people with learning disabilities and autistic people. There are 100 free places for Voluntary, Community or Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations and their volunteers who have a learning disability. To find out more about the Learning Disability Awards please visit the Forum Central website.
Edit it yourself - a practical guide to video editing
26 June, 11:00am - 12:00 midday, online
Aimed at arts and cultural organisations, in this webinar Dean Shaw, Tech Champion for Content Creation, will present how to use free editing tools to edit your videos. Dean will show you the whole editing journey, starting with transferring the footage from your phone to the editing tool and ending with the creation of the final video, ready to be posted on social media. To book onto Edit it yourself - a practical guide to video editing visit the Digital Culture Network website.
Dementia, AI and simple tech tweaks to help - with AbilityNet and Alzheimer's Society
10 July, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, online
Research shows there are more than 944,000 people in the UK living with dementia. With people living longer, the number of people with dementia is increasing - now 1 in 11 people over the age of 65 have dementia in the UK. In this free webinar, expert speakers from AbilityNet will be joined by guest speakers from Alzheimer's Society and Recreo VR, to offer their advice for navigating the digital world with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or cognitive issues.
Sign up to Dementia, AI and simple tech tweaks to help via Zoom.
Northern College digital courses
First Steps in Digital, 11 - 12 July
This brand new course is intended to provide those who lack confidence using computers to take their first steps in the subject. The course lasts for two days and students will learn by doing, performing basic computer operations to learn new skills.
Next Steps in Digital, 18 - 19 July
Next Steps in Digital builds on existing digital skills, participants will learn how to use several apps to create images and documents and build on those existing skills. The course lasts for two days and students will learn by creating content using their newfound skills.
For more information about digital skills courses at Northern College visit their website.
For information about costs visit the fees and funding page on the Northern College website.
Good Practice Mentor Team training
Leeds Older People's Forum partnered with three other charities to host the Good Practice Mentor (GPM) Team. The programme brings together legacy, learning and resources from Ageing Better, a seven year test and learn programme that worked to reduce social isolation and loneliness in people aged 50 plus. Upcoming training includes:
Visit Eventbrite to find details of all training from the Good Practice Mentor Team.
Bid to Win - grants and public sector contracts
Course dates tbc, 5 or 8 weeks depending on modules, online
FutureGoals's Bid to Win course is designed to fast-track your understanding of public sector procurement, elevate existing and learn new bidding skills, and show you the latest tips, tricks and short cuts to achieving bid wins. Find out more about the Bid to Win course on the FutureGoals website.
Save the date - Arts in Care Digital Programme
23 - 27 September
With the release of the National Arts in Care Homes Day theme for 2024 the 100% Digital Leeds team would like to invite organisations to save the date for this year's Arts in Care Digital Programme which will open for submissions in July.
Read more about the evaluation and reflections from last year's Arts in Care Digital Programme on the 100% Digital Leeds website.
Training and networking opportunities from Good Things Foundation
Good Things Foundation have a series of training and networking opportunities to support organisations in their digital inclusion offer. To attend, organisations need to be a member of their National Digital Inclusion Network. The network is free to join.
Booking for all Good Things Foundation's training and networks can be found on their Eventbrite page.
National Databank question and answer session
4 June, 9:00am - 10:00am, online
This session is for organisations who are not yet part of the National Databank. Find out how to join the National Databank, along with the other the services available to you as part of the National Digital Inclusion Network. The session will involve a short presentation, and then time for questions. Book onto National Databank question and answer session via the Good Things Foundation website.
National Databank refresher session
7 June, 9:00am - 10:00am, online
This session is for organisations already accessing the National Databank. During this session Good Things Foundation will give you an overview of current offers, a demo of the National Databank and a reminder of processes. There will also be plenty of opportunity for you to ask any questions. Book onto National Databank refresher session via the Good Things Foundation website.
Helping people to access free mobile data through the National Databank
11 June, 10:00am - 11:00am, online
Sharing good practice in the National Databank programme. Book onto Helping people to access free mobile data through the National Databank via the Good Things Foundation website.
Digital champions training
13 June, 12:00 midday - 2:00pm, online
Digital champions provide direct support for people who don't have the skills or confidence to make the most out of the internet and their device. They support all kinds of people who need to learn digital skills and play an important role in motivating people to give digital a go.
This two-part course is for any volunteers or members of staff who provide frontline support to people who need support with digital.
Book onto Digital champions training via the Good Things Foundation website.
Funding
100% Digital Leeds are keen to support the development of any funding bids with a digital inclusion element, or to help you embed digital inclusion throughout your project. If you would like support contact us.
Some funding links will take you through to the Funding Leeds website and you will need to register to access the information. Once you have registered for free you will have access to a national database of funding sources and get regular email updates on your funding area of interests.
The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) Announces ‘Largest Expansion in National Lottery Funding in 30 Years’
The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF), the largest community funder in the UK, has published its new Corporate Plan covering the next three years (2024 -2027). The plan sets out ‘ambitious targets’ to deliver on its strategy to support what matters most to communities across the UK.
The NLCF aims to distribute at least a further £4 billion by 2030 to support activities that create resilient communities that are more inclusive and environmentally sustainable - activities that will strengthen society and improve lives across the UK.
Visit the Funding Leeds website to find out more.
Fix The Digital Divide Fund - Impact Grant
This grant is for members of the National Digital Inclusion Network to help them support more people who lack basic digital skills or access.
Amount: £3,000 (to support 60-90 people) or £6,000 (to support 120-150 people).
Deadline: 5 June 12:00 midday.
More information and to apply: Fix The Digital Divide Fund - Impact Grant.
Fix The Digital Divide Fund - Capability Grant
This grant is for members of the National Digital Inclusion Network who want to add to or boost their current digital services.
Amount: £6,000
Deadline: 5 June 12:00 midday.
More information and to apply: Fix The Digital Divide Fund - Capability Grant.
The Space - 2024 Commissioning Round
Commissions are available to arts and cultural organisations based in England to develop and deliver creative digital projects. Commissions provide an opportunity for arts and cultural organisations to deliver a creative project for online or in-person audiences and thus improve the accessibility of their work. The work could be video or audio project, or an interactive or immersive experience. In addition to funding, organisations can receive guidance in areas such as digital production, content distribution, audience development and online rights.
Amount: Commissions of between £4,000 and £15,000 are available. The maximum funding for audio projects is £8,000.
Deadline: 13 June.
More information and to apply: The Space - 2024 Commissioning Round.
West Yorkshire - Mayor's Safer Communities Fund
Grants are available to local not-for-profit groups in West Yorkshire for projects that address issues presenting in the West Yorkshire Police and Crime Plan 2021-2024.
Amount: £10,000.
Deadline: 13 June.
More information and to apply: West Yorkshire - Mayor's Safer Communities Fund.
Better Community Business Network Grant Initiative
A small number of grants are available each year to small not-for-profit groups with projects that address a community issue or support a local community initiative; and provide benefits to the local community.
Amount: Grants of up to £3,000 are available. There is a total funding pot of £36,000 each year, with 12 grants awarded annually.
Deadline: 16 June.
More information and to apply: Better Community Business Network Grant Initiative.
Bentley Advancing Life Chances Small Grants Programme
Grants are available to support charitable organisations working with vulnerable, disadvantaged or under-represented communities in Leeds.
Amount: Between £150 and £500.
Deadline: The grant is quarterly and the next deadline is 21 June, but please apply as soon as possible as the fund may close early due to demand.
More information and to apply: Bentley Advancing Life Chances Small Grants Programme.
UKSPF - Groundwork West Yorkshire Community Grants
WYCA Community Grants provide grants to organisations in the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector to support unemployed, economically inactive and socially excluded people from West Yorkshire to move closer to employment and/or digital inclusion.
Amount: £20,000. There is a possibility that some projects can be awarded a grant of up to £50,000 if you can demonstrate how the additional funding would be used to support more participants.
Deadline: The programme is open for applications now, with rolling grant panels throughout a 6 week period. There is a limited amount of funding available and the fund will close once sufficient applications have been received which meet the funding criteria. The programme is open to applications until 28 June.
Delivery Deadline: All project delivery must be completed by the end of December 2024. Therefore, organisations should already be engaging with a cohort of beneficiaries when applying for the grant, to ensure timely completion. Projects should aim to target people from priority groups, address need, and complement other local provision.
More information and to apply: UKSPF - Groundwork West Yorkshire Community Grants.
Wolfson Foundation
The Foundation aims to support excellence in the UK, generally through the funding of capital infrastructure and equipment in the fields of science and medicine, heritage, arts and humanities, education, and health and disability.
Amount: Varies, up to £75,000.
Deadline: 1 July.
More information and to apply: Wolfson Foundation.
The Society Foundation
Grants are available to registered charities and charitable organisations across the UK that are seeking to help specific groups of people move towards paid employment. The funding can be used for:
- Capacity building activities, including IT infrastructure and equipment.
- Staff training and development
- External consultancy/support.
Amount: A limited number of micro-grants of up to £2,500 are available each year.
Deadline: 8 July.
More information and to apply: The Society Foundation.
Hilden Charitable Fund
Grants are available for charitable organisations working in the areas of penal affairs and asylum seekers and refugees in the UK.
Amount: Grants will usually be in the range of £5,000 to £7,000 per year for up to two years.
Deadline: 11 July 3:00pm.
More information and to apply: Hilden Charitable Fund.
Worshipful Company of Information Technologists Charity
Grants are available for the development of innovative IT projects with a charitable or educational focus in the UK.
Amount: Generally, grants of up to £15,000 are available. In exceptional circumstances grants of over £15,000 may be awarded.
Deadline: Applications can be submitted any time throughout the year and are considered four times per year. The next deadline is 31 July 5:00pm.
More information and to apply: Worshipful Company of Information Technologists Charity.
Seven Friends Foundation
Grants are available to support small registered charities and charitable causes that are unpopular or do not receive widespread attention within the UK, with particular focus on deprived areas including:
- Asylum seekers and refugees
- Migrant communities
- Offenders and ex-offenders
- People experiencing violence or abuse
- Sex workers
- Trafficking and modern slavery
- Dependency or Addiction
- LGBT+
- Sexual and reproductive health.
Amount: Grants of between £300 and £3,000 are available. Most grants will be for less than £1,000.
Deadline: 1 August.
More information and to apply: Seven Friends Foundation.
Warburtons Families Matter Community Grants Programme
Small grants are available for local projects, activities and organisations that have charitable aims and that will be of real direct benefit to families. Funding is available for projects that are working towards one of Warburtons' outcome areas including:
Skills - supporting families to gain useful skills for life and work:
- Developing useful life skills
- Developing useful skills for employment.
Amount: £400.
Deadline: 5 August.
More information and to apply: Warburtons Families Matter Community Grants Programme.
Arnold Clark Community Fund
Grants are available for UK registered charities and other not-for-profit organisations for projects, including those whose work directly supports those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis, which are embedded in the communities in which Arnold Clark operates.
Amount: £2,500.
Deadline: 31 December.
More information and to apply: Arnold Clark Community Fund.
Barchester Healthcare Foundation
Grants are available for small local groups and small local charities to improve the quality of life and combat loneliness in older people as well as adults with a physical or mental disability.
Amount: From £100 to £2,500.
Deadline: Rolling.
More information and to apply: Barchester Healthcare Foundation.
Signposting
We collect digital skills opportunities available for you and the individuals you’re looking to support - perfect for signposting. To have your service included in our support pages so others can make use of or refer in to it contact us.
Holbeck Together Digital Hub
By appointment every Tuesday and Thursday
Run by Digital Coach Sean you can receive help with accessing online services, setting up e-mail or any questions you have about your mobile phone, tablet or other digital devices. If you’d like to book a one-to-one session email Holbeck Together or call 0113 245 5553.
Holbeck Together are currently surveying the digital wellbeing of their community, the survey aims to find out more about resident's views and experiences on using modern technology and how it impacts on wellbeing. See the digital wellbeing survey on the Holbeck Together website.
Highrise Project digital skills sessions
Every Tuesday, between 2:00pm and 4:00pm, Under Armley Library, LS12 1UQ
Sign-up to free one to one in person sessions to build basic digital skills. Each session lasts 45 minutes. Book a one to one Highrise Project digital skills session via Eventbrite.
People Matters weekly wellbeing groups
Mondays and Fridays, 10:30am – 12:30pm, Barkston House LS11 9RT
People Matters is running weekly wellbeing groups all about different types of safety. There will also be crafts, social activities, games and exercises in the sessions.
The sessions will focus on:
- Online safety
- Safety in relationships
- Discrimination and self-advocacy
- Mental health
- Money and scams
- Crime
If you are interested in joining one of the People Matters weekly wellbeing groups or would like more information please email the team or call 0113 234 6896.
SIM gifting from Leeds Libraries
To support people struggling with the cost-of-living crisis, community hubs and libraries across Leeds have O2, Vodafone and Three mobile SIMs available with up to six months unlimited calls and texts plus data to help people stay in touch and get online.
People can be signposted to Central Library, Armley Community Hub and Library, Reginald Centre Community Hub and Library, Compton Centre Community Hub and Library, Dewsbury Road Community Hub and Library.
Contact details for all of the libraries in Leeds.
Tablet lending from Leeds Libraries
Leeds Libraries can support community organisations’ digital inclusion programmes by lending iPads with data to be used with service users. Please email Leeds Libraries to express an interest.
iPads are also available for individuals to borrow at Armley Community Hub and Library, Compton Centre Community Hub and Library, Headingley Community Hub and Library, Holt Park Community Hub and Library, Hunslet Community Hub and Library, Reginald Centre Community Hub and Library, Seacroft Community Hub and Library. People can be signposted to any of these sites to borrow an iPad for up to eight weeks. Proof of address is required to borrow a device.
Contact details for all our Community Hubs and Libraries.
Digital drop-ins at Leeds Libraries
Need help to use your tablet, smartphone or computer to try something new, say hello or get tech savvy? Every week there are several digital drop-ins at libraries around the city. Come along with your device or use a library PC and talk to friendly librarians who will help you get started. Find the dates and locations of the Digital Drop-ins on the Leeds Inspired website.
Tools and resources
Digital inclusion tools and resources to support you to embed digital inclusion within your organisation. If you would like to recommend a resource to add to our support pages so others can use it contact us.
Good Things Foundation - learning fundraising for digital inclusion
Raising funds to support your organisation’s digital inclusion work can be
time-consuming and challenging. Good Things Foundation have worked with their network ambassador hubs to find resources that can help your hub at different stages of your fundraising journey. Visit the Good Things Foundation website to access the fundraising learning resources.
A Good Thing - free items from businesses
A Good Thing's aim is to make it easy for charities of all sizes to get hold of the right sorts of things to help them achieve their goals. Whether it’s laptops for staff, gifts for the people you’re helping, furniture for the office or even a place to meet, A Good Thing will connect you to local businesses that can offer you what you’re in need of. Visit the A Good Thing website to find out more.
Meta Quest Pro VR headset offer with Charity Digital
The Meta Quest Pro VR headset is a virtual reality and mixed reality headset that can be used on its own without a computer. It requires a compatible iOS or Android device and the free Meta Quest app to set up.
Charity Digital, in partnership with Meta, is offering Meta Quest Pro VR headsets at a 75% discount through the Charity Digital Exchange, making this cutting-edge technology available to you for just £200. See the Charity Digital website for more information about the Meta Quest Pro VR headset offer.
Volunteer training - have your say
Deadline for completion - 19 June 5:00pm
The Lifelong Learning Centre and Digital Education Service at the University of Leeds are working together to create a short, online course for volunteers. The course will be free and will aim to equip adults in Leeds and West Yorkshire with a foundation to begin or develop their skills in volunteering.
The teams are consulting with local community partners to ensure that the course meets sector needs and the next step is to gain a better understanding of current volunteer training and induction practices.
Please complete the volunteer training questionnaire online with details of your organisation’s approach to volunteer training and induction practices.
Save the date - Get Online Week 2024
Get Online Week is Good Things Foundation's annual digital inclusion campaign that helps people learn digital skills through fun local events hosted by Network members. This year it’s taking place 14 - 20 October 2024. Find out more on the Get Online Week website.
Skills for Care unveils e-learning for digital skills in social care
A suite of e-learning modules for adult social care staff to build their digital skills has been made available under NHS England’s Digitising Social Care Programme. It has made the modules, which are free to access and described as ‘bitesize’, available through Skills for Care’s virtual learning environment.
They are aimed at helping learners develop a broad base of digital knowledge and skills for adult social care.
Find out more about Digital Skills eLearning on the Skills For Care website.
Vacancies
Digital inclusion job vacancies and volunteering opportunities from across Leeds.
CAST are looking for two new trustees to join their board
CAST is at an exciting time in its strategy and its opportunity to effect positive change. They are looking for 2 new trustees to join and play an integral role in the success and impact of the organisation going forward. Find out more about the trustee opportunity on the CAST website.
The 100% Digital Leeds team are keen to hear from any organisations delivering in Leeds to people who are more likely to be digitally excluded. We will work with you to help you better understand the digital inclusion needs of your communities and embed digital inclusion awareness, support, and signposting, throughout your service to make it as inclusive as possible. To find out more contact us.
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