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VCSE Directory
The VCSE Directory gives details of over 300 organisations in the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector in Stockton-on-Tees.
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Support
Catalyst offers a wide range of support for VCSE organisations of all sizes, whether they are starting up or well established.
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Communications
Catalyst uses a range of communication methods to connect the sector together and to help create a cohesive relationship.
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Projects
Catalyst facilitates a number of successful ongoing programmes with external partners focussing on community development and raising the profile of volunteering in the Stockton Borough.
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Consultancy
Catalyst now offers consultancy services in various areas. We have a team of skilled, experienced people who work with us when projects come our way, either from voluntary sector bodies or public sector organisations.
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Meet Our Staff
Lucy Owens
Volunteer Manager
Lucy Owens joined the Catalyst team in September 2020. Lucy has previously worked for the National Trust and has extensive experience in the voluntary sector, managing and working closely with volunteers.
Fiza Iqbal
Marketing & Communications Officer
Fiza a former Teesside University Marketing Lecturer joined the Catalyst team in 2016. Fiza manages all of Catalyst’s internal and external communications helping to promote the thriving VCSE sector in Stockton-on-Tees.
Ben Chisanga
Migration Coordinator
Ben has an experienced background in community development and joined our team in February 2020.
Sara Dalton
School Impact Officer
Sara joined Catalyst in April 2021 as our School Impact Officer and is responsible for partnership working to help build confidence, self-esteem and resilience in young people.