We have collated the following information, resources and guidance which we hope your VCSE organisation will find useful during this national period of mourning and beyond. If you require any further support, please get in touch with us directly via comms@yorkcvs.org.uk.
As a mark of respect please note that we will be closing our offices and the Priory Street Centre on Monday 19 September.
National Mourning Guidance
The Government has issued official guidance on the GOV.UK website. The information covered includes the following topics:
- Business and public services
- Travel information
- Commemorative events
- Major events, entertainment and sports
- Floral tributes
- Books of condolences
- Websites and social media
- Photographs and official portraits of Her Majesty
- Public museums and galleries
- Further information
City of York Council
City of York Council has a dedicated webpage which links to the national book of condolence and information about where you can contribute to York’s book of condolences in person. There’s also information about their communications, public council meetings and commemorative events in York.
NCVO Briefing – Key information for charities during national mourning
NCVO has produced a range of information and guidance regarding this period of mourning and beyond, including information about:
- Supporting the mental health and wellbeing of your team
- What charities need to know during this period of mourning
They are also holding a briefing session followed by a Q&A this afternoon (Wednesday 14 September). You can register to attend below. We attended yesterday’s session and are able to share the slides with you here.
Supporting Staff and Volunteers
An individual’s reaction to the death of Her Majesty the Queen is very personal. As well as NCVO’s guidance on supporting staff, Cruse Bereavement Support has published guidance for individuals who are grieving. This guidance provides explanations as to why individuals may be grieving and how they can support themselves and where to access support. The charity has also shared an article about talking to children about grief. Please follow the links below:
Things for charity communicators to consider in the wake of the Queen’s death
CharityComms has provided guidance for communications leads during the period of mourning and beyond. This include guidance on managing crisis communications, messaging, where to focus your activity and links to lots of other useful resources, including the Third Sector and PR Comms Group (Facebook).
Statement from the Fundraising Regulator and the Chartered Institute of Fundraising
In this joint statement from the Fundraising Regulator and the Chartered Institute of Fundraising you’ll find guidance about holding events, considerations with regards to your communications, patronages and commemorative giving.