C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council

Writing Successful Funding Bids Training
2023-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Online
Hosted by Cardiff Third Sector Council, this free training event aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to write better funding bids.

The course objectives are for participants to have an improved knowledge of:-

The tools and techniques you need to plan, write and present winning bids
How to understand and meet the expectations of funders

The event will be taking place on Teams and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event taking place.

For more information, please contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

Taking Minutes Training Course
2023-09-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Online
An online training session for trustees/staff of organisations to learn more about taking minutes during meetings, delivered by C3SC.
Do you need guidance on how best to take minutes and record meetings? This training course delivered by C3SC is for Trustees and staff of organisations looking to improve their understanding of minute-taking and best practice.
The learning outcomes from this session are: –

Understand why meetings are needed, what makes a good meeting, the need for minutes and accuracy of reporting.
Understand the planning of an agenda and the preparation required
Explore practical tips and useful words for producing good minutes
Consider the blocks to participation

The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
Please register for the training here.
For further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or email enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are look forward to seeing you!

Cardiff Safer, Cohesive and More Equal Communities Network Meeting
2023-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
C3SC is delighted to welcome two key members of our networks:

Nicholas Olsen – Community Cohesion, Cardiff Council
Frances Taylor – Stakeholder Engagement Officer, Independent Office for Police Conduct

The Network will be a discussion and planning forum facilitated by C3SC for members that will provide opportunities to shape how and where the voluntary sector and local communities should be involved in:

engaging with communities on safety, cohesion, and equity;
identifying and responding to community needs and priorities;
bringing a sector and community perspective to the challenges, issues, and opportunities.

The Network will support members to develop the sector and community roles in:

issues of justice, crime, equality, and policing
supporting and promoting thriving, resilient, equal, and safe communities;
influencing the priorities, work programme, and spending decisions of statutory sector partners, and;
maximising opportunities for collaboration and contribution to achieving more positive outcomes in the community.

Please register to attend the meeting on-line via MS Teams here.
The link and agenda for the meeting will be shared closer to the meeting date. For any further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We hope you can join us.

Food Safety for Retail - Level 2
2023-09-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA
This Level 2 Food Hygiene Training for Retail is ideal for those who work in supermarkets, delicatessens, food markets and other retail environments where food is regularly handled and served. You will learn about food contamination prevention measures, personal hygiene best practice, temperature control, how HACCP systems work, and much more.
This course, delivered by a trainer from Food Allergy Friends, will take place in person at Butetown Community Centre:
Address: 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA
Date: Wednesday, 13 September
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Please register to attend this event using our Eventbrite page here.
Please note that tickets will be limited to two representatives per organisation. Volunteers are eligible to take the course.
For further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 / 07973 725335 or email enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Governing Your Organisation Training
2023-09-12 12:30 - 15:00 | Online
An online training session for new and existing Trustees in Cardiff to learn more about best practice in governance, delivered by C3SC.
About this event
Governing Your Organisation will help new and existing Trustees improve their understanding of best practice in governance.
The aims and objectives of the course are that attendees:

Understand the key principles of governance​
Understand how trustees as a board are collectively responsible and accountable for ensuring that the organisation is well-run​
Understand the roles and responsibilities of the Board in good governance​
Be aware of good practice guidance in relation to governance​

The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
Please register for the training here.
Participants are advised to bring their organisation’s governing document to the session, if available.
For further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or email enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Accounting Basic Training Course
2023-09-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA
An introductory face to face training session delivered by C3SC for those who wish to learn about setting up simple financial systems within new and existing third sector organisations in Cardiff.
About this event
This is an interactive course which will give the participant the opportunity to work through practical examples and ask questions relating to implementation within their own organisation.
The aims and objectives of the course are that attendees will be able to:
i) Understand basic accounting terms and concepts
ii) Set up and maintain a simple bookkeeping system
iii) Establish a petty cash system
iv) Use the system to produce basic financial reports
v) Understand the legal requirements for reporting in relation to their organisation.
The event will be face to face held at Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 5JA.
You can register to attend the training here.
For further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or email enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Level 2 Award in Manual Handling
2023-08-17 09:30 - 16:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA
The protection, or safeguarding, of vulnerable adults should be at the forefront of any social worker or carers’ minds. Adult abuse has become all too common in modern society and this course has been designed to make carers aware of the signs of abuse and what they can do to help. There are no prerequisites to enroll on this course.
Course Objectives / Aims & Learning Outcomes
To provide the knowledge and skills to be able to undertake a range of handling operations in the work/ volunteer place

Manual handling injuries
Employers and employees’ responsibilities
Steps of a manual handling risk assessments
Practical controls
Safer movement principles
Equipment requirements
Individual handling
Team handling
Use of equipment

The content has been written to meet guidance from manual handling operations regulations. Attendees are expected to undertake a range of manual handling activities during the course.
This course will be delivered in person by a trainer from Ajuda Foundation.
Address: Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5JA
Date: Thursday 17th August 2023
Time: 9:30am to 4:30pm
Please note that tickets will be limited to two representatives per organisation. Volunteers are eligible to take the course.
For further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 / 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Shared Prosperity Funding Opportunities
2023-08-03 10:00 - 2023-08-08 16:00
This fund is in partnership with Cardiff Council to explore how the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) – an initiative by the UK Government as a central pillar of the Levelling Up agenda and successor to the European Social Fund – can provide support to communities and places in Cardiff.
We have created a selection of grants to make funding available to local communities and businesses.
If you want to find out more about these funding opportunities and/or have any questions you would like answered, then why not drop into one of our online briefing sessions that will give you the opportunity to find out which grant is best for you!
Two dates are available:

Thursday, 3 August – 10:00-12:00
Tuesday, 8 August – 14:00-16:00

Please refer to the Eventbrite page here and book!
The C3SC Small Grants Scheme will provide support for third-sector organisations to deliver projects which work with the aims and objectives of the Shared Prosperity Fund. This grant scheme will focus on addressing the issues detailed under the Community & Place priority.
Proposed projects can start from October 2023 and may be funded up to the end of March 2024.
The Open Call will provide financial support through a grant scheme. The grant scheme will support capital and revenue investments in any area covered by the Shared Prosperity Fund. The fund will provide support to help strengthen communities, build pride in place, and deliver economic benefit.
You can apply for a minimum of £10,000 and a maximum of £250,000.
For details of the fund including guidance and an application form, please go here.
For further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 / 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Level 2 Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
2023-08-01 09:30 - 16:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is an initiative by the UK government and a central pillar of the Levelling Up agenda. We are partnering with Cardiff Council to explore how the UKSPF can provide support to communities and places in Cardiff. C3SC will be leading conversations with the third sector and will use what you tell us to advocate for the sector and inform the Local Authority’s plans.

As a part of the first phase of our UKSPF community engagement work, we are pleased to announce that we will be running the following training course in an area many of you have told us will increase the strength and sustainability of the local voluntary sector and community action. This will be available to our members for FREE on a first-come first-served basis.

What is the course?

The protection, or safeguarding, of vulnerable adults should be at the forefront of any social worker or carers minds. Adult abuse has become all too common in modern society and this course has been designed to make carers aware of the signs of abuse and what they can do to help. There are no prerequisites to enroll on this course.
Course Objectives / Aims & Learning Outcomes
To provide the students with the knowledge and awareness of vulnerable adults. By the end of the training session the students will be equipped with the following:
· Identify who vulnerable adults are
· Know the different types of abuse
· Discuss possible indicators of abuse
· Know your responsibilities when dealing with abuse
· Discuss whistle blowing
· Discuss how to create a safe environment
This course will be delivered in person by a trainer from Ajuda Foundation.
Address: Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA
Date: Tuesday, 1st August
Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
You can register your interest for the above courses by following the link here. Please note, we may limit spaces to two representatives per organisation/group if there is a high level of demand.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Community Payback Projects Info Session
2023-07-27 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Community Payback work is a sentence of the court that requires people to carry out between 40 and 300 hours of work for the benefit of local communities. The number of hours to be completed is set by the Court and the delivery of that work is known as Community Payback (CP). CP is primarily a punishment that restricts a person’s free time, however, CP is also rehabilitative and enables people to pay back for their offending, build self-esteem and learn new skills.
Wales Community Payback provision can support beneficiaries by providing free labour to undertake various projects to support their local communities. The provision does not risk or replace paid employment, rather it supports the completion of work that wouldn’t take place without the support of the provision.
This info session, delivered by a representative from the HM Prison and Probation Service, will provide an overview of the core principles of unpaid work, the types of projects that can apply for support, and examples of previous works carried out.
There will be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions about project eligibility and the application process.
Date: Thursday, 27 July
Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Location: Online – Microsoft Teams
The event will be taking place online and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place. If you do not receive the email please check your spam or junk folder. Please register to attend this event using our Eventbrite page here.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 / 079 7372 5335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

UNUK Level 2 Safeguarding Children
2023-07-26 09:30 - 16:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is an initiative by the UK government and a central pillar of the Levelling Up agenda. We are partnering with Cardiff Council to explore how the UKSPF can provide support to communities and places in Cardiff. C3SC will be leading conversations with the third sector and will use what you tell us to advocate for the sector and inform the Local Authority’s plans.

As a part of the first phase of our UKSPF community engagement work, we are pleased to announce that we will be running the following training course in an area many of you have told us will increase the strength and sustainability of the local voluntary sector and community action. This will be available to our members for FREE on a first-come first-served basis.

Who is the course for?
This qualification is intended for those working with children and young people that are looking for an introduction to safeguarding and protecting children and young people. Typical attendees would include early years working professionals, youth group leaders and educational staff.
Key points:
About the course:

Regulated qualification
Written to National occupational standards
6 Guided learning hours (1 day)
Recommended to be refreshed every 3 years
Certificate included
Assessed by MCQs
Includes radicalisation and FGM

This course covers:

Legislation related to safeguarding young people
Types of abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, neglect
Forms of abuse including bullying, online abuse and grooming
Responding to evidence of abuse
Information sharing
Protecting yourself from false allegations

This course will be delivered in person by a trainer from Ajuda Foundation at Butetown Community Centre.
Address: 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA
Date: Wednesday, 26 July
Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
You can register your interest for the above courses by following the link here. Please note, we may limit spaces to two representatives per organisation/group if there is a high level of demand.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators' Network Meeting - Thursday 20 July
2023-07-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators’ Network (CVCN) is a Participation and Engagement initiative by Cardiff Third Sector Council as part of its commitment to the development and support of the volunteering infrastructure in Cardiff and its role within Third Sector Support Wales. Each quarterly meeting is packed with information, guidance, discussions and networking. It’s also a great way to raise the profile of volunteering in Cardiff.
If you are involved in managing or supporting volunteers? Perhaps you’re a paid worker or volunteer yourself! You are more than welcome to attend the meeting.
Date: Thursday 20 July 2023
Time: 2:00PM – 3:30PM
Location: This will be a hybrid event from Butetown Community Centre or Microsoft Teams
Please ensure you book the correct ticket for your intended joining method: In-person or Virtual. The joining link will be sent out 24 before the event for virtual attendees.
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14:00 – 14:20 Welcome and Introductions (bring your tea and coffee)
14:20 – 14:30 Cardiff Volunteer Centre @C3SC Update
14:30 – 14:50 TBD
14:50 – 15:20 Volunteers Coordinators updates. Open to all organisations to share updates and advertise their project/work.
15:20 – 15:30 AOB, thanks, networking and close.
Full agenda to follow.

For further enquiries, contact Kailee Carella on 07973 725 690 or kailee.c@c3sc.org.uk.
You can register to attend the meeting here.

Food Allergen Awareness Training
2023-07-12 09:00 - 12:30 | Butetown Community Centre
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is an initiative by the UK government and a central pillar of the Levelling Up agenda. We are partnering with Cardiff Council to explore how the UKSPF can provide support to communities and places in Cardiff. C3SC will be leading conversations with the third sector and will use what you tell us to advocate for the sector and inform the Local Authority’s plans.
As a part of the first phase of our UKSPF community engagement work, we are pleased to announce that we will be running the following training courses in areas many of you have told us will increase the strength and sustainability of the local voluntary sector and community action. All courses will be available to our members for FREE on a first-come first-served basis.

This Food Allergy Awareness Training is an essential piece of training for those producing, selling or handling food. All staff handling food should have a thorough understanding of allergens and the potential dangers surrounding them.
This course, delivered by a trainer from Food Allergy Friends, will take place in person at Butetown Community Centre.
You can register your interest for the above courses by following the link here
Please note, we may limit spaces to two representatives per organisation/group if there is a high level of demand.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Mental Health Awareness Training
2023-07-10 10:00 - 12:30 | Online
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is an initiative by the UK government and a central pillar of the Levelling Up agenda. We are partnering with Cardiff Council to explore how the UKSPF can provide support to communities and places in Cardiff. C3SC will be leading conversations with the third sector and will use what you tell us to advocate for the sector and inform the Local Authority’s plans.

As a part of the first phase of our UKSPF community engagement work, we are pleased to announce that we will be running the following training course in an area many of you have told us will increase the strength and sustainability of the local voluntary sector and community action. This will be available to our members for FREE on a first-come first-served basis.

Who is the course for?
Mental health awareness is an introductory course for all employees. Use it as part of your induction programme or any mental health activities focused on better mental health at work.
What are the course aims?
The course aims to:

Raise awareness of mental health and how it can vary
Outline different mental health problems
Share tips for supporting people
Explore how mental health and wellbeing interact with daily life
Highlight stigma and discrimination, and how to tackle them
Share tips on how to have supportive conversations about mental health
Provide sources of support and information

What does the course cover?
This course covers:

What mental health means to you
Stigma – how can stigma affect our mental health, how can we tackle stigma
Stress – stress versus pressure, dealing with pressure, managing stress, resilience
Introduction to mental health – what are mental health problems, mental health and mental wellbeing, what is depression, what causes depression, what is anxiety, what causes anxiety
Other mental health problems – schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, eating disorders, OCD
Suicide – who can be at risk, how to help someone feeling suicidal, if someone needs help urgently, looking after yourself
Empathy – what is empathy and why is it important
Mental health and life – 5 ways to wellbeing
Sources of support – support at work, how Mind can help

This course, delivered by a trainer from MIND, will take place online via Microsoft Teams.
You can register your interest for the above courses by following the link here. Please note, we may limit spaces to two representatives per organisation/group if there is a high level of demand.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Children, Young People and Families Network
2023-06-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Cardiff Third Sector Council will reconvene their Children, Young People and Families network on Wednesday 28th June, with a two hour online session between 10am-12pm.
The session will feature a presentation from Tom Pughsley from Cardiff City Council’s Education Directorate, who will discuss the Child Friendly City scheme and opportunities for Charities, non profit and other organisations to sign up for the Child Friendly Pledge.
In addition Callum Jones from C3SC will be promoting C3SC’s Youth Led Grant Scheme, open for applications until July 4th 2023.
The Forum gives an opportunity to Third Sector groups working with Children, Young People and Families to meet other groups, share ideas and learning, make alliances and receive up to date information from guest speakers and presenters. They will also help to coproduce the agenda going forward.
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
Please follow the link here to register for this event.

Food Safety for Catering Level 2
2023-06-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is an initiative by the UK government and a central pillar of the Levelling Up agenda. We are partnering with Cardiff Council to explore how the UKSPF can provide support to communities and places in Cardiff. C3SC will be leading conversations with the third sector and will use what you tell us to advocate for the sector and inform the Local Authority’s plans.

As a part of the first phase of our UKSPF community engagement work, we are pleased to announce that we will be running the following training courses in areas many of you have told us will increase the strength and sustainability of the local voluntary sector and community action. All courses will be available to our members for FREE on a first-come first-served basis.

This level 2 course will inform you of your legal responsibilities and what constitutes best practice in regards to controlling food safety hazards, controlling temperatures, food storage, food preparation, personal hygiene and premises cleaning. You will learn about your responsibilities through a range of interactive exercises, written text, and video content. Upon completion of this training, you will be confident in your food hygiene knowledge and have all the skills and tools you need to keep people safe and comply with food hygiene law.
This course, delivered by a trainer from Food Allergy Friends, will take place in person at Butetown Community Centre.
You can register your interest for the above courses by following the link here.
Please note, we may limit spaces to two representatives per organisation/group if there is a high level of demand.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

C3SC Trustees Network Event - Employment Law & Governance
2023-06-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
We know that trustees deliver vital leadership roles in charities and not for profit groups across Cardiff. We also know that many trustees value opportunities to build and share their skills and experience with peer Networks.
C3SC Trustees Network will meet on Thursday 8th June with a two hour online session between 14:00-16:00 pm.
Join us at this session which will feature a presentation from Hugh James Solicitors. They will run an “Advice Cafe” on charity law and governance, with a focus on employment law specifically for small organisations and what they need to be aware of when they start taking on employees.
You can register your attendance for this event on our Eventbrite here.
What is the trustees network?
The forum gives you an opportunity to share your insight and advice on how the Trustees Network can best support you in your leadership role. It is also a great opportunity to Network – and it’s free! You will also:

Learn from other trustees and share your experiences with others
Connect with others with similar experiences and values
Help to shape new ways to develop your organisation, including informing us as we aim to create a Trustee Toolkit that will help you in your role
Receive up to date information from guest speakers and presenters.
Help to coproduce the agenda going forward

The event will take place on Teams and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 02920 485 722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

DBS Barring and Referral Training Workshop
2023-06-07 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
Carol – Regional Outreach Adviser – from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be delivering this online training session.
The overall outcome of the session is to have a greater understanding of DBS, its products and how DBS can work with organisations at all levels to promote and encourage safer recruitment and safeguarding in its widest context.
Date: Wednesday 7th June 2023
Time: 10:30 – 12:30 pm
The learning outcomes from this session are: –
• Understand the benefits of DBS and you (employer) working together
• Understand the three different referral routes
• Understand when a DBS Barring referral should be made, including when the legal duty is met
• Understand Regulated Activity / Relevant Conduct and Harm Test
• Understand how to make a good quality referral
• Have a clear understanding of the consequences of not making appropriate barring referrals and the consequences of being included in one or both Barred Lists
• Myth Busting Quiz
The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
Register for this event on our Eventbrite here.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485 722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Youth Led Grant Info Session
2023-06-06 16:30 - 17:00 | Online
To mark #PowerofYouth Day 2023 on June 6th, Cardiff Volunteer Centre @ C3SC will be launching our Cardiff Youth Led Grant 23/24.
Thinking of applying for funding? We have a total of £6,000 to award to youth projects in Cardiff. We are accepting funding applications until July 4th 2023! Join this session to gain insight into how the grant is administered, the application process, and successful projects from previous years! You will also have an opportunity to ask any questions about the fund and your project specifically.
Previously funded projects include:

Reflect Community Church/Centre – expanding youth activities in the centre
The Training Ground – barista skills and mural work
Tiger Bay Amateur Boxing Club – encouraging more young people to get involved in sport
Cardiff Bay Warriors – building social media and sports photography skills
Lioness Community Projects – empowering youth to engage in cultural and sport activities throughout Cardiff

The event will be taking place online and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 or volunteer@c3sc.org.uk
Register to attend this session here.

DBS Disclosure Training Workshop
2023-06-05 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
Carol – Regional Outreach Adviser – from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be delivering this online training session.
The overall outcome of the session is to have a greater understanding of DBS, its products and how DBS can work with organisations at all levels to promote and encourage safer recruitment and safeguarding in its widest context.
Date: Monday 5th June 2023
Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The learning outcomes from this session are: –
• Introduction to DBS
• Understand the benefits of DBS and you (organisation) working together
• Understand the different levels of DBS checks
• Understand when an employee is eligible for a check
• Understand what Regulated Activity is
• Understand the DBS Update Service
• Have an understanding of what safe recruitment practices can be in place that DBS checks can form a part of
The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
Register for this event on our Eventbrite here.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485 722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Butetown Litter Pick - Volunteers' Week 2023!
2023-06-01 11:30 - 13:00 | Butetown Community Center, Butetown Community Center
2023 marks the 39th year of Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June), when C3SC will join thousands of charities and voluntary organisations recognising the contribution volunteers make across the UK.
With this year’s theme of ‘Celebrate and Inspire’ we hope to encourage people to be the change that they want to see and get involved in volunteering in whatever way works for them.
In the spirit of this goal, C3SC staff will be kicking off Volunteers’ Week 2023 with a litter picking event in Butetown – and we’d love to see you there! The event will start from Butetown Community Centre, home of C3SC. Equipment will be provided by Keep Wales Tidy, who support litter picking initiatives across Cardiff.
This is a great chance to try volunteering for yourself, and make a positive impact in your community. C3SC staff and volunteers will be on hand to support you during the event, and are available for any questions you may have about volunteering and the third sector.
Now is the time. Get involved and help make this Volunteers’ Week one to remember!
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
To ensure we have the right amount of kit for all attendees, please register to attend this event here.

Writing Successful Funding Bids
2023-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
C3SC hosts a training event which aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to wrote better funding bids.
The course objectives are for participants to have an improved knowledge of:

The tools and techniques you need to plan, write and present winning bids
How to Understand and meet the expectations of funders

The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event taking place. If you do not see the joining information in your inbox, please ensure you check your ‘Spam’ folder.
You can register for this event on our Eventbrite here.
For more information please contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

Taking Minutes Training Course
2023-05-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
Taking minutes training course delivered by C3SC is for Trustees/staff of organisations to improve their understanding of how best to take minutes recording meetings.
The learning outcomes from this session are:

Understand why meetings are needed, what makes a good meeting, the need for minutes and accuracy of reporting.
Understand the planning of an agenda and the preparation required
Explore practical tips and useful words for producing good minutes
Consider the blocks to participation

The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
You can book your place for this course on our Eventbrite page here.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Being a Trustee
2023-05-18 16:30 - 18:30 | Online
Being a Trustee will help new and existing Trustees improve their understanding of best practice in governance.
The aims and objectives of the course are that attendees:

Understand the key principles of governance
Understand how trustees as a board are collectively responsible and accountable for ensuring that the organisation is well-run
Understand the roles and responsibilities of the Board in good governance
Be aware of good practice guidance in relation to governance

The event will be taking place on Teams and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
Participants are invited to bring their organisation’s governing document to the session, if available.
Register for this training on our Eventbrite here.
Please contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk for more information or with any further enquiries

What is Community Development training course
2023-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
C3SC is hosting this online training session on ‘What is Community Development’
The learning outcomes from the session are to:

Understand that community development has a key purpose and a statement of values and principles
Appreciate the skills required to undertake community development

The event will take place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
Please click here to register your attendance to this training course.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485 722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Introduction to Volunteering
2023-05-16 13:30 - 16:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The training will help you improve your knowledge on welcoming volunteers to your organisation. It would be suitable for volunteer managers, coordinators, supervisors, team leaders and individuals who have responsibility for recruiting, training and managing volunteers. Volunteers are welcome to apply and will be allocated a space, on a first come first served basis. By the end of the course, you will:

Understand the nature and scope of volunteering and how it differs from paid work​
Recognise how and why organisations involve volunteers in their work
Appreciate the resource implications of involving volunteers

Date: Tuesday 16th May 2023
Time: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
The training will be hybrid, taking place on Microsoft Teams and In person at Butetown Communitty Centre. The link will be sent through within 24 hours of the training taking place.
To Register for this event click here
For further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators' Network meeting
2023-04-26 14:30 - 16:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators’ Network (CVCN) is a Participation and Engagement initiative by Cardiff Third Sector Council as part of its commitment to the development and support of the volunteering infrastructure in Cardiff and its role within Third Sector Support Wales. Each quarterly meeting is packed with information, guidance, discussions and networking. It’s also a great way to raise the profile of volunteering in Cardiff.
If you are involved in managing or supporting volunteers? Perhaps you’re a paid worker or volunteer yourself you are more than welcome to attend the meeting.
Date: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Time: 2:30PM – 4:00PM
Location: This will be a hybrid event from Butetown Community Centre or Microsoft Teams
Please ensure you book the correct ticket for your intended joining method: In-person or Virtual. The joining link will be sent out 24 before the event for virtual attendees.
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14:30 – 14:50 Welcome and Introductions (bring your tea and coffee)
14:50 – 15:00 Cardiff Volunteer Centre @C3SC Update
15:00 – 15:20 Open University Wales – volunteer resources workshop
15:20 – 15:50 Volunteers Coordinators updates. Open to all organisations to share updates and advertise their project/work.
15:50 – 16:00 AOB, thanks, networking and close.
Full agenda to follow.
For further enquiries, contact Kailee Carella on 07973 725 690 or kailee.c@c3sc.org.uk.

Youth Volunteering Showcase
2023-03-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
Come along and learn more about opportunities available to young people in Cardiff!
Join Cardiff Volunteer Centre at our Youth Volunteering Showcase. Cardiff Youth Led Grant 22/23 funded projects will be showcasing the incredible work they have been doing this year!
Friday 31st March 2023, 4pm-6pm at Butetown Community Centre.
We will also be joined by various organisations who are recruiting young volunteers.
Are you looking to volunteer as part of your Duke of Edinburgh Award or Welsh Baccalaureate? Come along and learn more about opportunities for Young People in Cardiff!
To book your place please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/youth-volunteering-showcase-tickets-514732698357
Do you promote volunteer opportunities for young people? Book a stall space at the event by emailing volunteer@c3sc.org.uk

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY Unpaid Carers "Short Breaks" Grant Scheme
2023-03-23 10:30 - 12:00 | Online
There’s still time to apply! Not sure if you qualify? Come along to our online drop in session to hear more about this excellent funding opportunity. Session delivered over Microsoft Teams
The Cardiff and Vale Regional Partnership Board in partnership with Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) and Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) have allocated £283,800 in total, to support unpaid carers with short breaks from their caring role. The Fund is administered by C3SC in partnership with GVS. This Fund is to help deliver solutions in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan to support the regional priority of reducing loneliness and social isolation.
Supporting life alongside caring – all unpaid carers must have the opportunity to take breaks from their caring role to enable them to maintain their own health and well-being and have a life alongside caring.
Development of this new Fund has been informed by research commissioned by Welsh Government in 2021: What A Difference a Break Makes: A Vision for the Future of Short Breaks for Unpaid Carers in Wales. The research sets out 12 key principles for short breaks which underpins the design and delivery of the Short Breaks Scheme and provides a framework for allocation of funding.
The research importantly provides the following, coproduced definition of what constitutes a short break:
Any break, which strengthens and/or sustains informal caring relationships and enhances the wellbeing of carers and the people they support. This may be achieved through a service, an activity or an item.
The Short Breaks Scheme intends to benefit 30,000 carers across Wales over the next three years through the following key aims:
• Increase the availability and accessibility of short breaks
• Provide personalised, flexible and responsive break options
• Prioritise and target short breaks to those who need it most
Register your attendance on the Eventbrite page here.

Getting the Best from your Volunteers
2023-03-15 13:30 - 16:00
The training will help you improve your knowledge on getting the best from your volunteers.

The training will help you improve your knowledge on Getting the Best from your Volunteers. It would be suitable for volunteer managers, coordinators, supervisors, team leaders and individuals who have responsibility for recruiting, training and managing volunteers. Volunteers are welcome to apply and will be allocated a space, on a first come first served basis. By the end of the course, you will:

Understand what motivates and de-motivates volunteers
Understand good practice in relation support and supervision
Recognise and be able to manage a variety of difficult situations
Know when and how to terminate a volunteering relationship
Be able to assess needs for training and development and recognise different ways of meeting these
Know how to give appropriate recognition to volunteers

Date: Wednesday 15th March 2023
Time: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
The training will be taking place in person at Butetown Community Centre and on Microsoft Teams. Please choose the ticket option for your method of participation. The joining link will be sent through within 24 hours of the training taking place.
For further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
Joining link below:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MzQyYzI4ZGMtNmViYS00YjRkLWI1OTMtNWY5OTljMmFhNmNh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%228823efeb-04f9-4162-b5d1-337155ee1378%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22271212d7-02d3-4782-9deb-1c1b2cf69348%22%7d
