Who we are

We are a partnership of six Councils for Voluntary Service (CVS) working across the geographical sub region of South London which includes the following London boroughs: 

See the CVS Staff Directory for full details of all staff across the Partnership and their job functions.

Our members exist to champion and strengthen local charities, voluntary groups and community organisations. We are part of a national network of local support and development organisations (NAVCA) which:

• provide specialist expertise, information and support and develop the skills local people need to run successful organisations and groups

• spread good practice, prevent duplication of effort and support joint working

• help groups find funding and make effective use of resources

• promote equality and diversity by fostering a wider understanding of the needs of disadvantaged and under-represented groups

• make sure policy makers understand the needs of local voluntary organisations and community groups

• help public bodies engage effectively with local voluntary organisations and community groups

• provide a forum for local voluntary organisations and community groups

• encourage more people to volunteer and get involved in voluntary and community action.

We support our members to do their jobs better, both at a strategic and a local level.

Our activities are governed by a Trustee Board consisting of trustees from each of the six member CVS.

A Management Group, comprising the Chief Executives of the six CVS and the London Learning Consortium, implement the business plan together with the Partnership staff and acts as an advisory group to the Trustee Board.