C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council

Cardiff Children, Young People and Families Network meeting
2017-06-21 12:30 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | : VSAC Room, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH, : VSAC Room, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH
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This month’s network meeting will be attended by the Assistant Director of Cardiff Children Services for a Q&A session on the Draft Director’s Social Services Annual Report 2016-2017
Agenda items for the meeting

C3SC Training: Planning and Writing Successful Funding Bids
2017-06-22 10:00 - 16:00 | : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH, : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH
FULLY BOOKED
The funding environment is becoming more and more competitive with most funders receiving thou-sands of requests for support each year. It is therefore vital that your funding bids stand out from the crowd! This training course will help you learn how to improve your funding bids by adopting a structured approach to the planning and writing of your future applications.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:

understand the current funding climate in Wales and its impact on funders
review your current approach of developing a bid
apply new tools and techniques to give their bids a winning ‘edge’
understand and meet the expectations of funders

Ideal for: experienced bid writers wanting to further develop their knowledge and skills to produce com-pelling funding bids. It is NOT suitable for those with little or no previous experience of grant funding.
Book online
Alternatively, email training@c3sc.org.uk or call (029) 2048 5722.

Working Positively with Autistic Children in the Early Years
2017-06-23
A one day course
This course offers participants a broader understanding of how autism can impact on early development, play and social interaction. This deeper understanding can underpin positive and progressive relationships with autistic children. Strategies for promoting engagement, play and language development are explored, along with positive responses to behaviours found in autism that can challenge professionals and families. This course is for all those working with autistic children and their families who wish to deepen their understanding and enlarge their skills base with this cohort of children.
Find out more and book a place online via the Children in Wales website

North West Europe Programme - Workshop Event
2017-06-27 | Cardiff, Cardiff
The NWE programme links the UK (including all of Wales) with Ireland, Belgium, Luxembourg and areas of France, Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland. The aim of the programme is to make north western Europe an attractive place to work and live, with high levels of innovation, sustainability and cohesion. Visit the website to find out more about the programme and some of the projects it’s currently funding.
Welsh Government is hosting an NWE information day on Tuesday 27th June in Cardiff. The morning session will cover the programme’s priorities, hints and tips on submitting a successful application with the afternoon offering the opportunity for 1:1 slots to discuss specific project ideas.
Email Julie Llewellyn (Julie.llewellyn1@wales.gsi.gov.uk) to book your free place.

INVITATION TO Gypsy, Roma & Traveller History Month 2017
2017-06-27 10:30 - 16:00 | Cardiff, Cardiff
St David’s Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff CF10 1AH
SOME INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT:
Challenge your opinions, indulge in the culture and share in the activities that demonstrate a rich cultural heritage within Wales.
It’s free to adults and children alike from all backgrounds and communities!
There will be films, live performances, art, and exhibitions that showcase the cultural diversity of the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller community in Wales. You will be astonished and engaged by the amazing skills, heritage, stories, history, art, theatre and dance that will be displayed throughout the day.
Whatever your background, ability, perception or age, come and join this ever growing annual event that provide fun for all the family.
Isaac Blake Director of the Romani Cultural and Arts Company says “Young people are the best agents of change and it is a pleasure to be able to present to the wider public the colour and passion of these very special children.’
Dr Adrian Marsh, “Gypsy, Roma, Traveller History Month (June) is the opportunity to acknowledge the extraordinary genius of the Romani and Traveller communities in all their rich diversity and their contribution to Welsh and more broadly, British society, in the face of almost overwhelming prejudice and intolerance. The Romani language has influenced popular English, with words such as “dad”, “pal”, “kushti” and others that even appear in Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ (dukka me, or ‘I fortell’); Romani culture has brought the fairy-tale from its Indian origins to Britain, herbal lore and medicines, puppets, plays and mummery; all these owe their origins or were profoundly influenced by Romani culture from the east. Metal-working and complex smithying were trades that were carried by Travellers and Romani communities through the British Isles, along with horses and trading in dogs, birds and rabbits. Fortune-telling and entertainment of all kinds were widely considered to be the prerogative of Romani people from the mediaeval period to the early twentieth century, especially in rural Britain. Much of what is considered English, Scottish or Welsh ‘folk’ music and dance owes its existence to Romani traditions and Irish ‘traditional’ music is almost entirely based in the heritage of the Travelling people. The History Month is a chance to rediscover the contribution to the past and the present that Romani and Traveller people have made and to recognise that our history has been hidden.”
Find out more or contact Romani Cultural and Arts Company for more detailsor contact Romani Cultural and Arts Company for more details

Financial policies
2017-06-28 | : WCVA Cardiff/Caerdydd (CF10 5FH), : WCVA Cardiff/Caerdydd (CF10 5FH)
What are the effects of recent legislation on your financial policies?
This WCVA course will give you the opportunity to review good practice in terms of financial policies, consider example formats and structures and discuss with others the pros and cons of existing practices.

Content

How confident are you that your policies are thorough, robust and appropriate?
All charities require effective financial policies and procedures to enable staff and volunteers to work safely and effectively and reduce the risk of mismanagement or misuse of funds. This course will give you the opportunity to review good practice in terms of financial policies, consider example formats and structures and discuss with others the pros and cons of existing practices.
Find out more and book via the WCVA website.

Free carbon monoxide awareness workshop
2017-06-28 | Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff
This Gas Safe Charity free half-day workshop is aimed at ANY organisation that delivers services in the homes of vulnerable people.
Low levels of carbon monoxide have been linked to increased risk of falls and dementia. Front line staff and volunteers have a key preventative role but there is also a duty of care for employers. A range of organisations have attended past Think CO workshops and have now introduced carbon monoxide awareness into their induction and general training. There is usually only one place per organisation per workshop and each participant will receive a training pack, buffet lunch and a free CO detector for each organisation.
To book, please email ThinkCO@gassafecharity.org.uk

Community Fundraising Volunteering
2017-06-28
Sion Edwards Groups & Volunteering Programme Manager & Rhodri Thomas Groups and Volunteering Manager – British Heart Foundation
This session will provide fundraisers with a key overview of Community Fundraising Volunteering. From recruitment, to the volunteer journey with a key focus on empowering and developing the volunteer to become not just a fundraiser but an advocate within the local community. Utilising examples from winning national corporate partnerships to legacy donations thanks to local volunteers in Wales. The session will be one of presentation but also open discussion about volunteering cross sector. Attendees are welcome to come with any questions, as there will be time to troubleshoot any issues.
Find out more and book a place online via the Institute of Fundraising website

What Matters to Children & Young People Conversations?
2017-06-28
A one day course
Under the Social Services and Well-being Act 2014, children who are eligible for Care and Support Services will need to be involved in What Matters Conversations and the Co-production of their Well-being Goals. There has been a culture change in the way we work with people of all ages in Wales, including children, a move from doing to, to doing with children & young people. The course will look at the legislative framework in Wales, the context for What Matters Conversations, and how to conduct assessments with children & young people. The training will give participants the knowledge and practical skills in conducting assessments, using play and creative techniques and activities from preparation, to conducting assessments through to what happens after. The course will use a child rights based approach which is an overarching duty within the Act.
Find out more and book a place online via the Children in Wales website

WEFO workshop: Cross Cutting Themes (CCTs) and Monitoring and Evaluation
2017-06-29 09:30 - 12:00
A great opportunity to learn more from WEFO about:

the CCTs’ project level indicators
the CCTs in the context of the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015
what is monitoring and evaluation
why it’s important, including what the data you collect is used for
what you need to think about, including data integrity and evaluation specification

It will be an informal, interactive session with plenty of opportunities to ask questions. If you have suggestions for additional content, please feel free to send these through and the trainers will try to accommodate.
Intended audience The workshop is open to all organisations currently delivering or with and interest in delivering a European funded project or contract.
Cost: It is free to third sector organisations currently delivering or interested in delivering European funded activity.
If you would like to participate in this session please complete the attached booking form and return it to training@wcva.org.uk

Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016
2017-06-29 10:00 - 12:00
Cardiff & The Vale Care & Support Reioanl Workforce Partnership are holding a consultation workshop o the 29th June 2017, at Channel View Leisue Centre.
Find out more information and see all related documents here

C3SC Training: Demystifying Commissioning
2017-06-29 10:00 - 16:00 | : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH, : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH
Understanding the commissioning process is vitally important for third sector organisations who are interested in delivering public services. But the world of commissioning and procurement can at times seem daunting and complex.
This training course aims to explain and clarify the process of commissioning and to help you understand the implications of commissioning and tendering for your organisation.
At the end of the course, you will be able to:

understand the commissioning process for social care services
assess the areas where third sector providers can be involved
understand tendering, and how it fits within the commissioning cycle

Ideal for: staff and trustees within third sector organisations, and will be particularly relevant for organisations with an interest in health and social care
Book online
Alternatively, email training@c3sc.org.uk or call (029) 2048 5722.

Health and Wellbeing Groups
2017-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Talybont Sports Centre, Sports Training Village, Talybont, CF14 3AT, Talybont Sports Centre, Sports Training Village, Talybont, CF14 3AT
Mirus will be launching new Health and Wellbeing Groups at Talybont Sports Centre.These groups will run twice a week on Tuesdays 2pm – 4pm and Fridays 6 – 8pm. You are invited to come along to the launch event on Friday 30th June to take part in fun activities and learn more.
Mirus are also looking for volunteers for these groups. If you would like to volunteer please contact Mirus’ Volunteer Coordinator, Rose Waddicor on 02920 236216 or RoseannaW@mirus-wales.org.

Institute of Fundraising Convention
2017-07-03 - 2017-07-05 | : The Barbican, London, : The Barbican, London
On the website you’ll find the programme, list of speakers and details of exhibitors.
Visit http://www.fundraisingconvention.uk/full-programme-2017

Paediatric First Aid and Infant Resuscitation
2017-07-03 10:00 - 2017-07-04 14:00 | Glamorgan Archives, Clos Par Morgannwg, Leckwith, Cardiff, CF11 8AW, Glamorgan Archives, Clos Par Morgannwg, Leckwith, Cardiff, CF11 8AW
Target Group
Children’s Services staff, residential support, family support, contact services and foster carers. This course is appropriate for the needs of people working with all ages of children. Please note that for some people this training is required by National Minimum Standards and needs to be repeated every three years. *This is a 2 day course*
Course Content

Responsibilities in the workplace
Infant Resuscitation
Promoting infant recovery
Management of bleeding
Bandaging skills
Dealing with choking, burns and scalds
Treating common childhood ailments
Contents of a First Aid Kit
Safe use of defibrillator

To find out more and to book a place, please conact laura.white@cardiff.gov.uk

Supporting Young Carers: Who Cares for the Carers
2017-07-04
A One Day Course
Young Carers and young Adult Carers are a group of young people who are often overlooked and forgotten about by services. With the implementation of the Social Services and Wellbeing Act 2014 and its emphasis on Assessment for Support for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers, they are now in a unique position to access support in their own right. This course will explore the issues for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers, how you can support them and what are their needs when it comes to working with and advocating on their behalf. The trainer has spent many years working with young carers and young adult carers, championing their rights and ensuring their voices are heard in decisions that affect them.
Find out more and book a place via the Children in Wales website

Cardiff People First's take over of Cardiff Story Museum and Glamorgan Archivesand
2017-07-04
Cardiff People first will be Taking Over at Cardiff Story Museum and Glamorgan Archives on Tuesday 4 July. Both venues will be running as usual, but it will be volunteers from Cardiff People First who will be in charge. They will be doing guided behind the scenes tours at Glamorgan Archives on the day, you can book your place in advance at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/behind-the-scenes-at-glamorgan-archives-guided-tour-tickets-35630339304

C3SC Training: Preparing a Sustainable Fundraising Strategy
2017-07-04 10:00 - 16:00 | : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH, : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH
How to adopt a structured approach to fundraising. This course will help organisations understand the importance and benefits of adopting a structured approach to fundraising in order to develop a sustainable income base. It will also provide organisations with practical resources to explore the range of funding options available to them.
By the end of the course, you will:

understand what a sustainable funding strategy is and why they need one
learn how to explore and extend their fundraising options
be able to construct a realistic and sustainable fundraising strategy

Ideal for: those new to fundraising or those wishing to gain a further insight into planning fundraising efforts

“Brilliant, engaging, well-paced and great start to getting a funding strategy in place”
“Very well presented, good resources and information”
“Excellent trainer; very good session interesting helpful and informative”
“Came away with lots of ideas and advice”

Book online
Alternatively, email training@c3sc.org.uk or call (029) 2048 5722.

Cultural Awareness in Safeguarding Children
2017-07-05
A one day course
Understanding cultural differences is an important component in effective working with families and children. Practitioners and managers can be reluctant to address child welfare concerns because they fear being accused of racism, intolerance or prejudice. Getting the balance right between cultural sensitivity and making Westernised judgements on child welfare is difficult.
The course is for anyone working with asylum seeking, refugee or other BAME migrant families, in statutory, social care, health or education, community groups and refugee community organisations, including Flying Start, Families First, Communities First, IFST.
Find out more and book a place online via the Children in Wales website

C3SC Training: Volunteer Recruitment, Selection and Induction
2017-07-05 10:00 - 16:00 | : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH, : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH
Attracting volunteers can be a challenge. Attracting a broad diversity of volunteers can be an even greater challenge. The course will help you to plan recruitment and to think about materials and approaches that will reach the volunteers you want. It looks at different steps in the recruitment process, including ‘vetting’, interviewing, and matching volunteers to volunteer roles.
As an organisation you will need to gather basic information from a new volunteer and the implications of the Data Protection Act are highlighted. Volunteers also need information, in order to contribute effectively and the requirements of an effective induction are considered.
By the end of the session, you will:

be familiar with a range of methods to attract a diversity of volunteers
recognise ‘selection’ as a two-way process and be familiar with a range of selection tools
understand the use of vetting procedures including DBS checks, and recognise their limitations
understand the purpose and nature of a) volunteer agreements and b) volunteer induction
recognise potential uses and abuses of volunteers’ personal information
recognise ways in which volunteering can be made more accessible to all

Ideal for: those responsible for the management of volunteers and volunteer programmes in Wales
– “This was really practical and useful. None of it was wasted time or unhelpful. Thank you for this course.”– “…Very informative and insightful course.”
Book online
Alternatively, email training@c3sc.org.uk or call (029) 2048 5722.

Asset Based Working & Time Credits in Support Planning
2017-07-05 13:00 - 16:30
SPACES ARE FREE AND FULLY FUNDED
Summary: In this half day session we explore and develop an understanding of how you incorporate Time Credits in to your support planning and work in a more asset based way that creates co-produced, supportive environments for your client group.
We will cover:

Needs of clients and service mapping
Asset based support planning
How to use Time Credits to create meaningful change
Embedding Time Credits in to service design

This training will be delivered by Spice Innovations Ltd, an organisation that develops local time based currencies. Spice has recently been commissioned by the Cardiff & Vale University Health Board to embed Time Credits into substance misuse services throughout the area. If Time Credits are not in your service yet, they will be soon. This training will give every support worker a good understanding of what to expect and how to utilise the currency in order to drive impact within client support planning.
“This training made me think about how to highlight client skills in my support plans. I really like the concept that everyone’s time is equal in the Time Credits system!” Project Worker in Haringey
Venue: NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff, CF14 3BE
Find out more and book a place through the NewLink Wales website

Shelter People and Homes Conference 2017
2017-07-06 | Village Hotel, Swansea, SA1 8QY, Village Hotel, Swansea, SA1 8QY
Book your place now for Wales’ leading people and homes conference.
It’s all change in Welsh housing… the Welsh Government’s efforts to improve people’s lives through private landlord licensing and homelessness legislation are starting to pay off. At the same time, new financial challenges and ambitious house building targets are sharpening everyone’s focus.
This conference takes stock of how far we have come, and looks ahead to the challenges and opportunities of the future.
We’ll be launching our Living Home Standard survey which will reveal, for the first time, what people in different tenures and parts of Wales think about the quality of their homes.
We’ll be debating the potential for taxation to relieve pressures in the housing market, stimulate regeneration and make housing more affordable for everyone.
We’ll be learning about new and innovative ways of engaging with people who are at risk of homelessness.
Speakers confirmed to date:

Carl Sergeant AM, Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Children
Loek Groot, Utrecht University and Cllr Matt Kerr, Glasgow City Council discuss the Universal Basic Income pilots in Glasgow and Utrecht
Joanne Prestidge, Homeless Link talking about Trauma Informed Care and ACEs
Triona O’Connor Focus Ireland ,Housing First Youth project
Dr Jennifer Hoolachan, Cardiff University on Scottish secure PRS tenancies to date
Duncan McCann of the New Economics Foundation on Land and Taxation

We also have lots of sponsorship opportunities—to find out more please contact Jennifer Sweeney on 01792 483072 or email jennifersw@sheltercymru.org.uk
Don’t miss out – come and gather useful insights, take away new ideas, a better understanding of what’s really important to people, and how we can all work together to turn aspirations into reality.
Click here for more information

Understanding How to Safeguard the Welfare of Children and Young People - Accredited Training Level 2 through Agored Cymru
2017-07-06
A one-day course
A one day course aimed at anyone working directly or indirectly with children and young people in a wide range of workplace and community settings. The purpose of the training is to give participants confidence and essential knowledge on how to safeguard the children and young people in their environment.
The training is accredited through Agored Cymru and participants will need to complete assessments to demonstrate learning. Upon successful completion of an assignment the participant will achieve 3 credits at level 2. This unit forms part of the Welsh quality assurance framework for vocational training.
Find out more and book online via the Children in Wales website

Alcohol and Older People - Free training for workers in Cardiff and the Vale
2017-07-06 09:30 - 16:00 | NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE, NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE
Lunch is provided
SPACES ARE FREE AND FULLY FUNDED FOR CARDIFF AND VALE WORKERS
Summary: This course specifically looks at the risks, harms and dangers associated with alcohol consumption for older people. The main aim of the course will be to allow participants to explore the holistic approach of harm reduction, and explore every aspect of an individual’s alcohol consumption and how we signpost appropriately.
Learning outcomes: By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Gain an in-depth knowledge of alcohol and consider the reasons for alcohol consumption- the ‘Who, What, Why’ principle
Competently calculate units against alcoholic drinks consumed
List side effects of excessive drinking and note the different risks associated with different age ranges
Gain confidence in understanding policies and procedures within their place of work/volunteering
Understand the holistic approach to harm reduction in relation to alcohol and older people
Confidentially discuss an individual’s alcohol consumption, and identify key harm reduction techniques.

NewLink Wales Training Team: All of our trainers are experienced practitioners who have worked directly with individuals who misuse substances and are qualified assessors who maintain high contact with the substance misuse sector.
Find out more and book a place via the NewLink Wales website

Writing for online communications
2017-07-11 | Caerphilly, Caerphilly
Is your website working for your organisation, or could your digital strategy use a re-think? Do you know what your site’s visitors are after – and how to provide it? Are your pages appearing high in Google search results, and are you using social media effectively to send traffic to your site?
This one-day WCVA course will power up your online communications, and make sure your website is doing the best possible job for you, your visitors and your organisation.
Find out more and book via the WCVA website.

"Keeping Our Children Safe" Training For Designated Person For Child Protection
2017-07-11 - 2017-07-12 | Cardiff, Cardiff
A two day course
All children have the right to live lives free from abuse and neglect but recent events highlight, yet again, how difficult it can be for so many adults to recognise, and act on concerns about the safety or welfare of a child. The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child states that all organisations concerned with children should work towards what’s best for each child. The Designated Person for Child Protection has a vital role within organisations helping to ensure that adequate safeguards are in place and that necessary action is taken when concerns about a child are raised. This course is aimed at people acting in the ‘Designated Person’ role working in a variety of organisations including schools, children’s daycare and residential settings, also services providing support to children and families in the voluntary and private sector.
Find out more and book a place online via the Children in Wales website

C3SC training: WRAP training in partnership with Cardiff Council
2017-07-11 09:00 - 12:00 | : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH, : C3SC Offices, Baltic House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FH
FREE for everyone
In partnership with Cardiff Council.
What is WRAP?
WRAP are Workshops to Raise Awareness of ‘Prevent’. Prevent is part of the UK Government’s counter terrorism strategy, preventing people from becoming involved in terrorism.
Training Objectives:

To Understand Prevents Aim
Think about who may be vulnerable to terrorism
See why some people are able to influence and manipulate others to commit crimes
Recognise when a vulnerable individual may be in need of your help
Be clear on what help and support looks like in this area, and who you should turn to if you have concerns

How Does WRAP/Prevent link to Safeguarding?
Individuals who are exposed to extremist views and can become radicalised are people who require support and intervention as vulnerable individuals.
Book online

First Episode Psychosis Service Open Day
2017-07-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Barnardos on 87a Grand Ave, Ely, CF5 4LE, Barnardos on 87a Grand Ave, Ely, CF5 4LE
Involvement Opportunity for Young People
New Service coming up… First Episode Psychosis Service A new service is being developed in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, which will be managed by Cardiff & Vale UHB and Cwm Taf in partnership with Barnardo’s.
It will be open to young people aged 14 – 25 and is set up to provide more support for a first episode psychosis.
An opportunity to:

find out what this service aims to achieve, what may be provided and who can access it
share some of your experiences (if you wish) about accessing support
find out the opportunities to help shape the service and recruit the staff.

Refreshments and cake available!
Interested? Contact Linda: Linda@cavamh.org.uk, tel 029 2022 2000 or Hayley Smith: 029 2057 7074 We look forward to hearing from you! Bus fares can be paid. Buses to Grand Ave, Ely:

Cardiff City Centre (x1, 17,or 18)
Barry Town centre (Kings Sq) via Colcot and Wenvoe – 96 & 96 A

Disability access – if you have any specific access requirements, please let us know

Understanding and Responding to Bullying
2017-07-13 | Cardiff, Cardiff
A one day course
In a recent survey by Ditch the Label 50% of young people stated they had been bullied at some point, with 11% stating they are bullied on a daily basis. Of those young people reporting being bullied 44% developed depression, 41% developed social anxiety and 33% had suicidal thoughts. The impact of bullying behaviours has a detrimental impact on social, emotional and academic development. The consequences of such behaviours extend beyond the target and effects those caught up within the bullying cycle.
Find out more and book a place via the Children in Wales website

Diverse Cymru Queen's Baton Relay Open Day
2017-07-13 10:00 - 2017-07-17 18:00 | Butetown Community Centre
Diverse Cymru will be holding an open day for the residence of Butetown at Butetown Community Centre where they will be answering questions about the Queen’s Baton Relay that will be running through Butetown on September 5th. Residences will be able to drop in at any time and get information and share their ideas for the event, inlcuding ideas for raffles.
