Join as at Winchester Cathedral for an inspiring afternoon to celebrate the power of communities to shape their own futures

Action Hampshire AGM and Hampshire Changemakers Awards

"Community Voices – Celebrating the power of communities to shape their own futures."

Join us on Thursday 28 January at Winchester Cathedral for an afternoon of inspiration, connection and celebration as we bring together our Annual General Meeting and the Hampshire Changemakers Awards 2027.

This year’s theme, Community Voices, showcases the importance of diverse people and organisations sharing their insights, knowledge and lived experience to shape services and communities.

We'd love for you to join us as we shine a light on the amazing volunteers and charities across the region.

Why should you attend?

Be inspired by real change

Hear first-hand stories from VCFSE organisations who are helping their communities speak up and shape services.

Connect with Hampshire VCFSEs, local businesses, and community leaders

Meet fellow charities, community organisations, social enterprises, funders and partners from across Hampshire. Whether you’re looking to collaborate, share ideas or simply feel less alone in the work you do, this is a space to connect and celebrate together.

Learn from sector leaders

We’ll be welcoming speakers from the statutory sector, voluntary organisations and individuals making space for community voices to be heard!

Celebrate Hampshire’s Changemakers

Be part of an uplifting awards ceremony that recognises the inspiring individuals, organisations and businesses making Hampshire a healthier, fairer, and more inclusive place. Ten award categories, one room full of local heroes!

Understand Action Hampshire’s vision for the future

Learn more about our work helping to spotlight expertise from the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector and support people to have their say on the issues that matter to them. From codesigning NHS communications so the message is tailored to address inequalities, or matching local VCFSE experts with statutory boards, or gathering groups to look at equity in access to social care, we believe in community led action.

And yes ...there will be cake. Because what's a celebration without coffee, cake and conversation?

Event overview

📍 Venue: The Pavilion Room, Winchester Cathedral

📅 Date: Thursday 28 January

Schedule:

13:00 – 13:30: Registration & refreshments

13:30 – 15:00: Annual General Meeting & guest speakers

15:00 – 15:30: Networking, coffee & cake

15:30 – 16:30: Hampshire Changemakers Awards

The Hampshire Changemakers Awards celebrate the individuals, organisations and businesses creating positive change across our communities.

Find out more here:

👉 The Hampshire Changemakers Awards 2027 - Action Hampshire (https://actionhampshire.org.uk/about-us/our-projects/hampshire-changemakers-awards-2027/)

Who should attend?

Charities and voluntary organisations

Community groups

Social enterprises

Funders and partners

Anyone passionate about health, wellbeing and community action in Hampshire

Book your place

Come and be part of shaping healthier futures for Hampshire. Book your ticket now and join us for an unforgettable afternoon of impact and celebration. We would love to see you there!

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