July's Get Involved Updates

Save the date, Sports Fest 2024!

Coventry’s much-loved Sports Fest event is set to return with six days of free activities this summer.

Join in activities at Broadgate from Tuesday 6 August – Sunday 11 August from 10am-4pm each day.

Among the activities available will be table tennis, dance, gaming that utilises augmented reality tech, archery and cricket. As always, they’ll be a wide range of sports and wellbeing activities to try out, suitable for all ages and abilities.

Keep a look out for the launch of the full activity timetable soon!

Spaces are still available for organisations to run activities or hold information stands during the event. Those interested should register their interest(External link).

Date: 6th August 2024 - 11th August 2024.

Location: Broadgate, Coventry City Centre, CV1 1FS

Cost: Free

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

Coventry Pride 2024

This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable day filled with vibrant entertainment, exciting stalls, and a welcoming atmosphere for all. Coventry Pride are bringing together local organisations and businesses to showcase their support and celebrate Coventry's diverse community. Expect a lineup of incredible performances, engaging activities, and a variety of stalls offering everything from delicious food and unique crafts to important resources and information.

Whether you’re looking forward to enjoying the music, discovering local talent, or simply soaking in the positive vibes, there’s something for everyone. Keep an eye on the Coventry Pride Facebook Page(External link) for further details on performers, activities, and special guests – they've got plenty of surprises in store.

Date: Saturday 3rd August | 12 noon - 6pm

Location: FarGo Village, Coventry

Booking: no need to book, just turn up!

Celebrating Team UHCW - nominations are open for this year's Outstanding Service and Care Awards (OSCAs)

Entries are open for the UHCW Outstanding Service and Care Awards (OSCAs).

The OSCAs celebrate the inspirational work of individuals and teams at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust – whether clinical, non-clinical or from their support services.

This year, the OSCAs are pleased to welcome back the People's Choice Award - a category solely for patients and members of the public to show their appreciation for the compassion and commitment shown to them whilst under the care of individuals and teams at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust .

Professor Andy Hardy, Chief Executive Officer at UHCW NHS Trust, said: “If you’ve experienced or observed great care or service by members of our staff, whether an individual or team, please do take the time to submit a nomination and tell us how they’ve helped make a difference to you or your family and loved ones.”

As well as the People’s Choice category, the Volunteers’ Award will also be open to public nominations.

So, if you know of staff who you believe have gone above and beyond to provide world-class patient care, have made a real difference to others and embody the Trust’s values, then please do nominate them.

To make your nomination, please fill in a form here(External link) (External link)before 11.59pm on Sunday 11th August.