Hello! we’re CAN
– your Community Action Network
We serve & champion Dorset’s voluntary and community sector.
Latest News
We’ve achieved the NAVCA LIQA accreditation
CAN has been awarded NAVCA’s Local Infrastructure Quality Accreditation (LIQA). NAVCA (National Association for Voluntary and Community Action)...
Fundraising star reaches finals of National Volunteer Awards
Holt Recruitment has been shortlisted for the Corporate Volunteer category of the Home-Start Volunteer Awards. Home-Start Wessex nominated the...
Ethnically Diverse Communities Project turns 1!
The project began in April 2024, and the team have been working with Dorset community groups from ethnically diverse backgrounds. Key support has...
Training and events
Building Research Capacity – Bournemouth
Building Research Capacity - Bournemouth
An interactive session to explore inclusive research.
INTRODUCTION TO SAFEGUARDING (MARCH)+ networking lunch
INTRODUCTION TO SAFEGUARDING (MARCH)+ networking lunch
An introduction to safeguarding for VCS groups.
Network for Supporting Women
Network for Supporting Women
Organisations who collaborate for women's health, security and equity.
Community Heroes
The Colour Works Foundation
Support is also available for socially or economically disadvantaged young people.
Carer Support Dorset
Giving registered carers guidance and resources to manage finances.
