The Isle of Man's Council of Voluntary Organisations has held its first conference under the heading 'Together We Can - The Community Working Together'.

The meeting was held at Keyll Daree on April 8, and saw people from a wide range of voluntary bodies from across the Island discussing a range of issues.

Speakers included representatives from organisations such as Crossroads Caring for Carers, Cruse Bereavement Care and the Isle of Man Children's Centre.

Health Minister Eddie Teare says the CVO has done well to help voluntary organisations communicate with government and advance causes within the community.