Celebrating what we’ve built and what comes next.

 

Wednesday 8 July 2026 | People’s History Museum, Manchester

Join us for a celebration of the renewed Greater Manchester VCFSE Accord (2026–2035) – a shared commitment that sets out how the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector and public sector partners, including the health and care system, will work together over the next decade.

Following its signing on 27th March 2026, this celebration will bring together VCFSE organisations, public sector leaders and system partners from across Greater Manchester to celebrate the role of the VCFSE sector, showcase what we have achieved together so far, and explore how we build on this.

About the Accord

The GM VCFSE Accord is the foundation for how our sectors work together. It reflects our shared vision, values and principles for collaboration - recognising the unique strengths, knowledge and impact of the VCFSE sector, and the importance of fair, trusting and effective partnerships.

It builds on a decade of collaboration, setting out a clear framework to support:

  • Stronger, more equal partnerships
  • Better outcomes for Greater Manchester’s residents, communities, places and the environment.
  • A sustainable, resilient VCFSE sector
  • More effective public services shaped with communities

Read the Accord summary for an overview of its priorities and a full list of signatories.

Venue & accessibility

The event will take place at People’s History Museum, Manchester. Full accessibility details are available via AccessAble .

Should you have any specific accessibility requirements for attending or queries regarding accessibility, please indicate on your registration for and/or get in touch with lucy.north@vsnw.org.uk

Refreshments and lunch will be provided.


When
8th July 2026 from 10:15 AM to  2:40 PM
Location
People's History Museum
Leftbank
Manchester, M3 3ER
United Kingdom
Contact