• Building Resilience in Young People

    Cardiff Cardiff

    A one-day Children in Wales course Why do some young people cope with difficulties more easily than others? What factors really make a difference to how we deal with adversity? What can practitioners do to make a difference? This one-day course explores how you can develop an approach that builds on strengths to help young people...

  • Introduction to Trainer Skills

    NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE

    A NewLink Wales courseThe City & Guilds Introduction to Trainer Skills provides you with a sound introduction to the concepts of a systematic approach to training. It’s an intensive course, designed to be delivered over two days, and is ideal for those who train others in organisations. The course will include:·         setting ground rules·         use of...

  • Recent developments in money advice

    Cardiff Cardiff

    This CAB course will provide a roundup of developments affecting the work of money advisers, including legislative changes, recent case law and guidance. Suitable for experienced advisers with a sound grasp of consumer credit law and practice and a good knowledge of insolvency options.   By the end of this course you will be able to:·        identify...

  • Mental Health First Aid

    Cwmbran Cwmbran

    Please visit the Diverse Cymru website to find out more and book your place.

  • Fire Safety/ Fire Warden Training

    VaW Centre of Excellence VaW Centre of Excellence

    Welsh Women's Aid will be holding fire safety and fire warden training for any delegates from member groups who would like to attend. There is room for up to 10 delegates, for a nominal charge of £25 per delegate.If you would like to attend, please email

  • The Wheelchair Sports Spectacular 2013

    National Indoor Athletics Centre, Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC), Cyncoed Campus, Cardiff CF23 6XD National Indoor Athletics Centre, Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC), Cyncoed Campus, Cardiff CF23 6XD

    FREE ENTRYThe Wheelchair Sports Spectacular 2013 is an event open to anyone but particularly suitable for :People with a physical disability who are able to walkManual wheelchair usersPowerchair users                                          Suitable for all ages.People with a sensory or learning disability are also welcome to participate as well as non-disabled friends and family. A wide range of...

  • Family Learning Day – as part of Adult Learners’ Week 2013

    Powerhouse Neighbourhood Learning Centre, Roundwood, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff CF23 9PN Powerhouse Neighbourhood Learning Centre, Roundwood, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff CF23 9PN

    We are working with our new Communities First Team and Cardiff Council Neighbourhood learning to run a Family Learning Event in Llanedeyrn on Saturday 18 May. FREE eventAn open door event aiming to engage with and encourage family learning activities. There will be taster sessions, information on learning opportunities and different activities for all ages.Take...

  • Exploring New Ways of Financing Public Services

    Maldron Hotel, Cardiff Maldron Hotel, Cardiff

    Social Impact Bonds, Payment by Results, Social Investment, Invest to Save – all increasingly visible terms in the delivery of public services, but what are they and what do they mean for organisations delivering services in Wales?The coalition government has launched a number of contracts which have included new and different financial models but Wales...

  • Benefits overview

    Confused by the range of benefits available? Unsure about the planned changes to the benefits system? This Citizens Advice Bureau course gives a basic overview of the current system and the main changes from 2013, and is designed for those new to the subject or whose role requires them to signpost clients for more in-depth...

  • WCVA Wales Charity Law Conference 2013

    Cardiff City Stadium Cardiff City Stadium

    Which way now? Guiding you through a maze of regulatory challengesIt’s all too easy for voluntary organisations to get lost in a maze of legal requirements, and no map, compass or even sat-nav will help.But the Wales Charity Law Conference 2013 can help your organisation avoid getting lost among its legal obligations.The speakers, such as...

  • Independence through Personalised Technology: Learning Disability Wales Conference

    Nantgarw, South Wales Nantgarw, South Wales

    This one-day conference will examine how the person-centred use of Assistive Technology can support independence and safety for people with a learning disability and their families and carers. It will highlight the benefits and quality of life that can be achieved through Personalised Technology, and how this approach can be cost-effective for service providers. You...

  • Changing Lives: Tackling Poverty – The Impact of Adult Learning

    Holiday Inn, Cardiff City Centre Holiday Inn, Cardiff City Centre

    A Conference for Adult Learners' Week 2013     Adult Learners' Week is a celebration of the impact that adult learning makes in Wales and serves as a powerful reminder of the contribution it can make in developing confident, vibrant and successful communities. The campaign also provides an opportunity to ask questions about who is participating in learning,...