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SUMMARY:A Cultural Connection
DESCRIPTION:Valley and Vale Community Arts presents ‘A Cultural Connection’ – an evening celebration of cultures through music\, singing and dance. \nPrice: £3 (concessions: £2) Free entry for refugees. \nAll money raised will go towards refugee arts projects.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/a-cultural-connection/
LOCATION:The Gate\, Keppoch Street\, Cardiff CF24 3JW\, The Gate\, Keppoch Street\, Cardiff CF24 3JW
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121010
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
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SUMMARY:Advising Clients in Debt
DESCRIPTION:Aims \nTo improve delegates’ ability to assist tenants in debt\, in order to improve their financial situation and ultimately prevent eviction. Delegates will learn methods and tactics for dealing with a range of debts commonly experienced including rent\, utilities\, credit cards and other consumer debts. \n   \nCourse includes \n – causes of debt – priority & non-priority debts – sanctions available to creditors – maximising tenants’ income – disconnection of services & repossessions – negotiate with creditors \n    \nFind out more on the Shelter Cymru website.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/advising-clients-in-debt/
LOCATION:Tondu\, Bridgend\, Tondu\, Bridgend
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121010
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121008T230000Z
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SUMMARY:Wales Third Sector Funding Conference 2012
DESCRIPTION:Olympic fever has inspired WCVA to ensure that this year’s funding conference is worthy of a gold medal.First off the blocks: how to get ahead in funding your future will showcase the very best in Welsh fundraising and will guide you through key funding trends and funder policy – and make your group a front runner in the race for success.Expert speakers include: – Angela Hughes\, Chief Executive of Wales Air Ambulance  – Michael Hearty of Strategic Planning\, Finance and Performance at Welsh Government – Sir Adrian Webb\, Wales Chair of the Big Lottery FundSplit across seven streams there are 23 workshops to choose from. Delegates are free to move across the streams throughout the day and workshops include: – Starting community fundraising from scratch – Lucy Holmes\, Fundraising Executive\, Action on Hearing Loss Cymru – Meet the trusts: making a better ask – Santander UK Foundation\, Waterloo Foundation\, The Pilgrim Trust – Public sector tendering – your route to success – Winning in Tendering Project\, Bangor University – EU funding opportunities – Kelly Davies\, Managing Director\, Vi-ability\, Arthur Beechey\, Chief Officer\, Agoriad Cyf and Darren Hollick\, WCVA – Using your charity’s assets to deliver successful corporate partnerships – Simon Hatch\, Executive Director for Wales and Louise Morris\, Corporate Fundraising Manager\, Samaritans – Top ten tips for trading in tough times – Geoff Jones\, Enterprising Communities Officer\, WCVA – Driving donor loyalty through game-based marketing – Michael Dent\, Head of Mass Market Fundraising\, Macmillan Cancer Support – Making your money go further – funding staff development during hard times – Barrie Kennard\, Leadership and Management WalesNetwork with other delegates at our breakfast session or book a slot at our funding surgeries to discuss your project idea with representatives from Esmée Fairbairn\, the Pilgrim Trust and Capital Grants. Take a look at the full programme (PDF) and book your place here (PDF). Book now to ensure your group is first past the post in the dash for funding!
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/wales-third-sector-funding-conference-2012/
LOCATION:Venue Cymru\, Llandudno\, Venue Cymru\, Llandudno
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121011
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121008T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121008T230000Z
UID:44936-1349740800-1349913599@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:2-day Structured Approach to Autism\, Interaction and Communication
DESCRIPTION:This eclectic approach will instruct delegates to respond to the needs of individuals on the Autistic Spectrum (ASD) with a much clearer understanding of the complexities of the condition\, thus enabling their clients through a person centred\, holistic approach to have more autonomy where possible. \n    \nThis Oncoursetraining Team workshop: \nidentifies the complexities of the disorder \n – introduces the theory of mind and executive functioning – identifies sensory sensitivities – identifies metabolic factors and diet – explores through practical demonstrations the relevance of body language – identifies a wide range of communication modes – develops an understanding of behaviours that ‘challenge us’ – introduces Functional Communication Training (encourages attendees to read behaviours and replace with positive communication aids) – Introduces Structured Teaching Principles and the TEACCH concept. – enables more positive interactions with individualswith ASD – assists in developing communication styles tailored to individual needs – gives insight into the world view/perspective of ASD – Considers sensory and environmental issues (in-depth explanations and practical demonstrations give detailed reasoning as to why the ‘right’ environment is important to individuals with autism. Demonstrations and scenarios will highlight that sensory issues need to be addressed at all times. \n   \nEach workshop is interactive and evolves according to the attendees and there valued input. The Autistic Spectrum is in itself complex; the condition is complicated and unique to every individual. Those attending these open workshops are generally from a variety of agency backgrounds and have differing knowledge bases which always adds an extra dimension to the course.   \n    \nPrice: £150 \n   To book your place or places\, please email Lynda@oncoursetrainingteam.co.uk or call 0800 999 4969 or 07527831397 (Lynda’s direct number for this workshop).  \nIf you have large numbers of staff requiring this training\, an in-house service can be provided. 
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/2-day-structured-approach-to-autism-interaction-and-communication/
LOCATION:Newport\, Newport
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121011
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121009T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121009T230000Z
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SUMMARY:Wales third sector policy event
DESCRIPTION:Coming together: environment matters | Influencing equalities at a local level – a WCVA event  \nOur Chief Officer Sheila Hendrickson-Brown will be chairing this event.   Coming together: environment mattersA look at community-led environmental regeneration. Litter\, graffiti and vandalism can have a major impact on community and personal well-being. New research from the Carnegie UK Trust highlights the benefits of a community-led approach to dealing with these problems\, which also bring significant benefits to the local residents. This event will share the research and showcase local projects which have achieved success. Influencing equalities at a local levelYou’ll look at the new public sector equalities duties\, in particular the impact on local service delivery. The Equalities and Human Rights Commission will provide an interactive session outlining the duties and exploring how organisations can engage with them to influence change.You can view the full programme and book your place here (PDF). Delegates can attend one or both sessions\, and a buffet lunch will be served.   
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/wales-third-sector-policy-event/
LOCATION:Glamorgan Archives\, Cardiff\, Glamorgan Archives\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121012
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121009T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121009T230000Z
UID:44938-1349827200-1349999999@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Advanced Substance Misuse Awareness
DESCRIPTION:This NewLink Wales course is aimed at people who have completed NewLink Wales’ Substance Misuse Awareness course and it may also be suitable for people who have some knowledge of substance misuse already. \nVoluntary sector price: £155
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/advanced-substance-misuse-awareness/
LOCATION:Cardiff\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121010T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121010T084500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121010T084500Z
UID:44940-1349862300-1349884800@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:C3SC Training - RBA Theory & Practice
DESCRIPTION:Fully booked \nResults Based Accountability (RBA) Theory & Practice \nThis course will help you to: \n·       Get to grips with Results Based Accountability \n·       Understand its principles\, values and practices \n·       Discover its context in relation to Cardiff \n·       Gain practical experience of completing report cards \n“I have a good understanding now of RBA” \n“Excellent; could do again” \n 
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/c3sc-training-rba-theory-practice-3/
LOCATION:C3SC\, Brunel House\, Cardiff CF24 0EB\, C3SC\, Brunel House\, Cardiff CF24 0EB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121010T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121010T090000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121010T090000Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing Generations Together in Wales Training Day
DESCRIPTION:The Welsh Local Government Association and the Beth Johnson Foundation would like to invite you to attend this FREE training day on intergenerational practice.  \nThe training day will cover:• Intergenerational Practice and why it is important• Effective Intergenerational Practice and how it can enhance service delivery• The challenges of bringing different generations together• Importance of preparation and planning• Skills for Intergenerational Practice• Exploring good practice through the experience of participants• Understanding and demonstrating the impact of IntergenerationalPractice \nWho should attend? \nStrategy for Older People Co-ordinators\, Elected Member Older Person’s Champions and Older Person’s Champions (Officer Level)\, Strategic Leads for Children and Youth Support Services and Elected Members for Education and Lifelong Learning \nTo book:Contact Barry Williams at the WLGA. Phone 029 2046 8662 or email barry.williams@wlga.gov.uk
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/bringing-generations-together-in-wales-training-day/
LOCATION:Caerphilly Suite\, ESIS Conference Centre\, Nantgarw\, Cardiff\, Caerphilly Suite\, ESIS Conference Centre\, Nantgarw\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121010T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121010T170000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121010T170000Z
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SUMMARY:Support World Mental Health Day
DESCRIPTION:Hayaat Women Trust invites you to support World Mental Health Day.Representatives from NHS Psychiatric Department\, Llandough Hospital and Somaliland Mental Health Group will be available on the evening.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/support-world-mental-health-day/
LOCATION:Tiger Bay Suite\, CMC@Loudoun\, Loudoun Square\, Butetown\, Tiger Bay Suite\, CMC@Loudoun\, Loudoun Square\, Butetown
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121012
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121010T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121010T230000Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to storytelling in organisations
DESCRIPTION:Many organisations are seeing the benefit of gathering “real-life” stories from service users\, staff and volunteers to help improve their service delivery. This session explores the range of methodology being used to collect and share stories and offers some practical exercises to get you thinking about how you might approach story gathering in your work. \nThe course is designed for frontline staff and managers looking to use story telling to engage service users\, citizens and communities. \nFind out more on the Participation Cymru website.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/introduction-to-storytelling-in-organisations/
LOCATION:The Environment Centre\, Swansea\, The Environment Centre\, Swansea
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121011T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121011T083000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T083000Z
UID:44949-1349947800-1349958600@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Working with Interpreters
DESCRIPTION:Working effectively with interpreters should be a skill\, which every professional possesses. Working with an interpreter does present challenges and to ensure that equal opportunities are upheld and that certain groups are not denied access to any services. To achieve this aim\, all professionals should receive training in working with interpreters as a core part of their professional training. \nBarnardo’s Neville Street has organised a workshop for professionals to provide them with the skills and knowledge required to work more effectively with interpreters. \nDesigned for: \nProfessionals who need to work with interpreters to enable effective communication with non-English speaking clients/service users. \nAim \nThis workshop aims to provide participants with better understanding of Working with Interpreters.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/working-with-interpreters-2/
LOCATION:Barnardo’s Cymru Head Office\, Trident Court East Moors Road\, Cardiff CF24 5TD\, Barnardo's Cymru Head Office\, Trident Court East Moors Road\, Cardiff CF24 5TD
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121011T083000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T083000Z
UID:44951-1349947800-1349967600@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tai Pawb Equality in Housing Seminar and AGM
DESCRIPTION:Customer Profiling and Equality Information:Analysis\, Outcomes and Improving Service Delivery \nThis is a chance to increase your knowledge about how the equality information that you gather through customer profiling and other sources can be used to improve service delivery and equality related performance. This is a practice-focused session and will include:  \n  \n – Representatives from Hafod Housing Association exploring the framework they are developing for using and analysing customer profiling and equality information in relation to regulatory self-assessment outcomes.  – Representative from Housemark will be looking at tenant satisfaction and equality information. – A presentation from Morgan Cole about Data Protection and collecting and using equality information.  – A chance to find out about how Wrexham County Borough Council have identified and used equality information for outcomes as part of the results based accountability approach of their Community Cohesion Strategy. – Lively discussions on the practical application and challenges of IT systems in relation to utilising equality related customer profiling information for the tailoring of services\, the wider analysis of information and issues around data protection. – Opportunities to explore innovative approaches to analysis used by housing associations based in England. – A chance to explore how profiling information can be used to influence communication strategies and approaches. \n  \nThe cost for members is £35 \nThe cost for non-members is £45 \nAttendance at the AGM only is free \n  \nFor further information about the event\, please contact mair@taipawb.org or call 029 2053 7635.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/tai-pawb-equality-in-housing-seminar-and-agm/
LOCATION:The Culture and Media Centre\, Loudoun Square\, Cardiff\, CF10 5HW\, The Culture and Media Centre\, Loudoun Square\, Cardiff\, CF10 5HW 
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121013
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121011T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T230000Z
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SUMMARY:Code of Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Steve Povey\, Head of Shelter Cymru’s Legal Team\, will provide a valuable insight into the revised Code of Guidance. The guidance provides a range of good practice to assist and work to prevent and tackle homelessness.This briefing will provide you with further details on the guidance that Local Authority staff and elected members must consider when exercising their housing\, allocations and homelessness functions under the 1996 Housing Act. This is also relevant to Registered Social Landlords who help local Authorities meet the housing needs in their area.Book your place on this briefing to gain the insight into these working practices. \nFind out more on the Shelter Cymru website.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/code-of-guidance/
LOCATION:Swansea\, Swansea
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121017
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121015T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121015T230000Z
UID:44953-1350345600-1350431999@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Institute of Fundraising Cymru's South Wales Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Institute of Fundraising Cymru’s South Wales conference will offer delegates a holistic insight into fundraising. \nAn opportunity to enhance your fundraising skills with a full day of presentations and break out sessions with experienced practitioners in the field\, and to meet up with other fundraisers in Wales. \nCompere – Arfon Haines Davies \nThe Institute of FundraisingPeter Lewis – CEO Institute of Fundraising \nLegaciesClaire Routley \nUsing the Social Media in FundraisingMatt Haworth \nPreparing a Fundraising StrategySusan Robinson \nThere will be a forum at 3.00pm giving the opportunity to speak to the panel of experts. \nCoffee & Registration at 10.30am \nRefreshments & Lunch provided \n£50 Members / £60 Non-Members \nThe number of places on this event are limited.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/institute-of-fundraising-cymrus-south-wales-annual-conference/
LOCATION:TBA\, TBA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121016T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121016T083000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121016T083000Z
UID:44955-1350379800-1350405000@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Supporting Parents to talk to their Children about Growing up\, Relationships and Sex
DESCRIPTION:Children and young people consistently say that they would like to be able to talk more with their parents about these issues. Parents also would like support and information to enable them to do this with comfort and confidence.  \n  \nThe range of issues presented by parents can vary enormously\, from responding to questions from young children\, to dealing with changes at puberty\, to supporting teenagers make decisions around their sexual health\, identity and relationships. \n  \nThis one-day Children in Wales course will be useful for anyone who works with parents\, including: Parent Group facilitators\, Early Years workers\, Health Visitors\, Parenting workers\, Teachers and Volunteers supporting parents\, etc. \n  \nAim  \nFor Parenting Practitioners to develop their skills and knowledge\, and to work more confidently in supporting parents and carers to communicate with their children about sex and relationships. \n  \nObjectives  \nBy the end of the course participants will:  \n – Be provided with relevant factual information including: the law\, puberty and resources to support them in their work  – Have considered the sex and relationship educational needs of children and young people\, and how parents can support these  – Identified strategies to support parents and carers to talk more confidently to their children about sex – Practised skills in responding to parents’ concerns and questions relating to sex and relationship education \n   \nA variety of training methods will be used throughout the day. These will include trainer presentations\, discussions\, quizzes\, creative activities\, time for reflection and structured exercises. The main focus of the programme is for practitioners to develop the confidence and skills to proactively work with parents in this area. A selection of resources to support this work with parents will be available for attendees to use and review on the day. \nPrice: Members: £115       Non-members: £135 (including lunch)
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/supporting-parents-to-talk-to-their-children-about-growing-up-relationships-and-sex/
LOCATION:Children in Wales\, 25 Windsor Place\, Cardiff CF10 3BZ\, Children in Wales\, 25 Windsor Place\, Cardiff CF10 3BZ 
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121019
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121016T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121016T230000Z
UID:44958-1350432000-1350604799@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Disability Wales dinner\, annual seminar and AGM
DESCRIPTION:Join Disability Wales as they continue their 40th anniversary celebrations. \n – On the evening of 17 October\, there will be a 70s themed anniversary and disco – Annual Seminar on 18 October: expert speakers and depate on forty years of campaigning for disabled people’s rights – AGM and Election of Board Members
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/disability-wales-dinner-annual-seminar-and-agm/
LOCATION:Wrexham\, Wrexham
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121017T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121017T090000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121017T090000Z
UID:44960-1350468000-1350473400@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Deafblind Cymru Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:This FREE training will give participants a greater awareness of what life is like for people with dual sensory impairments. \nThe morning session will be repeated in the afternoon from 2-3.30pm.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/deafblind-cymru-awareness-training/
LOCATION:The Cardiff Story\, The Old Library The Hayes\, Cardiff CF10 1BH\, The Cardiff Story\, The Old Library The Hayes\, Cardiff CF10 1BH
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121019
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121017T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121017T230000Z
UID:44962-1350518400-1350604799@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to e-participation and new social media
DESCRIPTION:This Participation Cymru WCVA course will help you explore how to use social media within your own organisation to engage with service users and communities. \nTarget audience:Frontline staff and managers looking to develop the use of technology as a method to engage with service users and communities. \nContent:Participants will explore the use of social media as tools for citizen\, community and service user engagement. This course will enable participants to explore and identify opportunities for using e-participation and social networking technology within their area of work. Participants will evaluate methods of e-participation and social networking; identifying opportunities and limitations. With a focus on current technologies and relevance within Wales\, this participative course will draw on participant’s experiences\, case studies and examples where social media have been used in engagement and participation activities.Learning outcomes: \nBy the end of the course participants will be able to: \n – Discuss methods for engaging people through use of social media\, and identify those that may be relevant to their needs – Evaluate methods of e-participation and social networking in relation to their area of work – Analyse case studies where e-participation has been used – Explore the technology – Identify barriers to participation using social media – Recognise the needs of different audiences and steps to meet needs – Know how to access additional information and resources \nLearning objectives \n – To present a range of social media which can be used in participation – Present case studies where e-participation has been used – Evaluate the opportunities and barriers to using technology in participation – Discuss the wider context of social networking and digital inclusion – Draw on current technology – Draw on relevance within Wales – Identify resources needed to implement e-participation
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/introduction-to-e-participation-and-new-social-media/
LOCATION:CAVS\, Carmarthen\, CAVS\, Carmarthen
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121019
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121017T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121017T230000Z
UID:44964-1350518400-1350604799@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Person Centred Planning in Transition
DESCRIPTION:This half-day Learning Disability Wales course serves as an introduction to PCP in transition and looks at how transition can impact young people. It looks to examine how the Real Opportunities Project works with young people\, families and professionals to overcome some of the difficulties faced around transition.The course will look forward to the statutory reform and how PCP will be used within the new Individual Development Plans.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/introduction-to-person-centred-planning-in-transition/
LOCATION:Cardiff\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121018T043000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121018T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121018T033000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121018T033000Z
UID:44967-1350534600-1350585000@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Cardiff Central Library\, in partnership with Black Voluntary Sector Network Wales (BVSNW)\, presents Black History Month Celebration – with inspirational community champions: Betty Campbell\, Glenn Jordan\, Steve Khaireh and Sheila Hendrickson-Brown. \nFREE admission.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/black-history-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Cardiff Central Library\, Cardiff Central Library
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121018T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121018T120000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121018T120000Z
UID:44970-1350565200-1350576000@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:NewLink Wales Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NewLink Wales invites you to their AGM. \nSpeakers include Dr Josie Smith\, Public Health Wales; Mark Erica\, G4S; and Charlotte Hopkins\, NewLink Wales. \nRefreshments will be provided.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/newlink-wales-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:NewLink Wales\, Meridian Court\, North Road\, Cardiff CF14 3BE\, NewLink Wales\, Meridian Court\, North Road\, Cardiff CF14 3BE
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121020
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121018T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121018T230000Z
UID:44973-1350604800-1350691199@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Can the third sector lead the way in delivering citizen-centred care?
DESCRIPTION:This is a Cymorth Cymru event. \nPlenaries: \n – Launching a strategic partnership to support not for profit care providers in Wales – Joy Kent\, Cymorth Cymru and Des Kelly\, National Care Forum – What do not for profit providers want from a representative organisation? – Hugh Irwin\, Cymorth Cymru Board Member – What sets the third sector apart in the delivery of care services? A presentation of three research papers – Des Kelly\, National Care Forum – The Inquiry into Residential Care – Mark Drakeford AM  – What do individuals want from residential care services? The findings of the external reference group formed as part of the Inquiry into Residential Care -Graeme Francis\, Age Cymru and Angela Roberts\, Carers Trust \nWorkshops: \n – Delivering an holistic care service – Hafod Care – Undetected sensory loss in care homes: The way forward – RNIB\, Action on Hearing Loss\, SENSE Cymru \n  \nMember fee: £85+VAT  / Non-members: £120+VAT   \nCymorth Cymru is offering the discounted member fee to members of Cardiff Third Sector Council – or £120+VAT for two delegates.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/can-the-third-sector-lead-the-way-in-delivering-citizen-centred-care/
LOCATION:The Future Inn\, Cardiff\, The Future Inn\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121020T100000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121020T100000Z
UID:44975-1350730800-1350748800@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Black History Celebration Day
DESCRIPTION:FREE and for all the family \nA day packed with arts\, crafts and performances from around the world\, school and community exhibitions plus historical talks and workshops.   \nThe day has been put together by the African Partnership Group made up of over 15 grass root organisations that aim to break down barriers\, challenge perceptions and enable cross cultural understanding via culture and heritage learning activities.    \nBlack History Month in Wales acknowledges the contribution made by Black people to local\, national and world history and culture by delivering an informative educational and celebratory programme annually during the month of October. BHM Wales aims to educate people\, challenge negative perceptions\, celebrate the positive contributions and promote the history of people of African Diaspora heritage.  \nFind out more about Black History Month here.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/black-history-celebration-day/
LOCATION:National Waterfront Museum\, Swansea\, National Waterfront Museum\, Swansea 
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121020T110000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121020T110000Z
UID:44977-1350734400-1350748800@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Apple Day
DESCRIPTION:Come along and get stuck in to all things ‘appley’. Competitions\, games\, art\, identification\, Apple Doctor and juice making. It’s been a rough season and lots of people have poor crops\, but if you have some apples and want to put them to good use\, now’s your chance.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/apple-day/
LOCATION:Clare Gardens\, Riverside (Opposite Despenser Gardens)\, Clare Gardens\, Riverside (Opposite Despenser Gardens)
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121020T120000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121020T120000Z
UID:44980-1350738000-1350745200@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:‘Keeping The Art of Braiding Alive’ Exhibition Launch
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the opening of the ‘Keeping The Art of Braiding Alive’ exhibition\, there will be a launch involving members of the project demonstrating braiding and talking about their experience of being involved in the project.  Members of the public will get the opportunity to learn about the art of braiding and have a go at it themselves. \nThe launch is a free event open to all members of the public  \nTo confirm attendance at the launch email – Leona@cherub-braids.co.uk \nThe exhibition is taking place from Saturday 20th October to Friday 26th October and explores the history of braiding\, its importance for the community and sees young people’s work come to life.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/keeping-the-art-of-braiding-alive-exhibition-launch/
LOCATION:The Cardiff Story Museum\, The Hayes\, Cardiff\, The Cardiff Story Museum\, The Hayes\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20121020T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121020T123000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121020T123000Z
UID:44983-1350739800-1350750600@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Carribean Dance
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Black History Month \nThis workshop will allow you to explore the basic language of specific Trinidadian folk dances that fall into these categories\, including the Bele Pique\, Bongo and Limbo\, and carnival dance. \nADEOLA\, is a Trinidadian artist\, dancer and researcher. Adeola has been a Caribbean Dance Workshop leader and performer for several events\, including BVSNW Black Voluntary Service Network Wales’ Black History Month event (2007 and 2008)\, Theatr Fforwm Cymru Carnival Arts at Youth Agora (2006)\, Cardiff Mind (Sept-Oct2007)\, YMCA Carnival dance Workshop (2007) and BAWSO Women’s Aid\, International Women’s Day  Event (2007)\, UWIC Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop (2007). She has also worked in the capacity of carnival dancer\, character performer\, tutor\, maker within the Cardiff Mas Carnival (SWICA since 2005) and\, in October 2007\, conducted a Caribbean Folk Dance session at Rubicon Dance. \nFind out more about Black History Month here.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/introduction-to-carribean-dance/
LOCATION:RUBICON DANCE\, 13 NORA STREET\, ADAMSDOWN\, CARDIFF CF24 1ND\, RUBICON DANCE\, 13 NORA STREET\, ADAMSDOWN\, CARDIFF CF24 1ND
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121024
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121022T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121022T230000Z
UID:44985-1350950400-1351036799@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Making the Link between Substance Misuse and Cultural Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Are you working with black and minority ethnic communities? Would you like to improve your understanding about cultural and religious sensitivities? \nThis NewLink Wales course is aimed at people with little or no knowledge in different cultures. It aims to bring a broad understanding about the different cultures and the impact that substance misuse has on these communities. \nBy the end of the course you should be able to: \n· Summarise what is meant by ‘culture’ and ‘religion’ \n· Identify cultural and religious sensitivities \n· Examine challenges faced by different communities \n· Explore the effects of attitudes and beliefs \n· Investigate the support available and how to overcome the barriers communities face in accessing services \nVoluntary sector price: £115
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/making-the-link-between-substance-misuse-and-cultural-awareness/
LOCATION:NewLink Wales\, Meridian Court\, North Road\, Cardiff CF14 3BE\, NewLink Wales\, Meridian Court\, North Road\, Cardiff CF14 3BE
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121025
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121023T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121023T230000Z
UID:44988-1351036800-1351123199@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Marketing Planning for Managers
DESCRIPTION:You may have a brilliant product or service to offer but do the right people know about it?  How we engage with customers\, whether they are consumers or other organisations\, is crucial to our success in the voluntary sector\, but few of us have the resources to employ marketing specialists.This one-day WCVA course will help you improve your understanding of marketing\, taking you through what is involved in the whole marketing process\, from analysing your products and services\, identifying target markets and choosing appropriate marketing tools. \nFind out more about the course on the WCVA website.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/marketing-planning-for-managers/
LOCATION:Baltic House\, Cardiff\, Baltic House\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121025
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121023T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121023T230000Z
UID:44989-1351036800-1351123199@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Meet Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu
DESCRIPTION:Evening Dinner and Reception \nUndeb Africa (Solidarity Africa) is three charities based in South Wales that work alongside the amazing women of Africa to support them in transforming their lives. \nAll the charities work on integrated programmes to ensure a sustainable and empowered future for the women and children they exist to support. The three charities are Positive Women\, African Mothers Foundation International and New Direction for Congo. \nFor individual tickets\, please email sjllew@hotmail.com and to book a table\, please email roy@positifgroup.co.uk – alternatively\, you can book online here.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/meet-archbishop-emeritus-desmond-tutu/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Cardiff\, City Hall\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121026
DTSTAMP:20260404T232512
CREATED:20121023T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121023T230000Z
UID:44990-1351036800-1351209599@c3sc.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:This course is run by Diverse Cymru and helps you to recognise the signs and symptoms of someone with mental health problems; to respond to various mental health crises\, engage with\, support and signpost people to appropriate professional help. \nPrice: £110. \nFind out more on the Diverse Cymru website.
URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/mental-health-first-aid-3/
LOCATION:Jasmine Enterprise Centre\, Cardiff\, Jasmine Enterprise Centre\, Cardiff
CATEGORIES:Training
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