Roundtable Discussion on VCSE and Health Sector Collaboration

This document is a write-up of a roundtable discussion focused on the role of the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector in partnership with health and social care sectors, held in June 2021. The event aimed to review findings from the 'Levelling up through employment' report, with participants from various organizations including NHS England and Public Health England. The discussion addressed barriers to employment and collaboration between the VCSE and health sectors. Key issues included the short-term nature of funding for VCSEs, the need for effective collaboration, and the impact of the pandemic on these partnerships. Participants shared insights on the VCSE's role in supporting employment and the importance of local governance and devolution in enhancing collaboration. The document highlights the necessity for sustained partnerships and the VCSE's influence in shaping employment opportunities, particularly in the context of economic recovery following the pandemic.