C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council

Big Lottery Fund consultation event
2014-05-01 | Future Inn, Cardiff, Future Inn, Cardiff
Fully booked – feed into the consultation online at http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/yourvoice
The Big Lottery Fund would like to invite you to their consultation event to kick off the first stages in developing their new funding vision for the period 2015-2021.
A great deal has changed since The Big Lottery Fund published ‘Big Thinking’, but the mission remains the same: to bring real improvements’ to communities and the lives of people most in need’.
Big Lottery Fund would like to gain your views and ideas to inform who they are as a funder, what they should be doing as well as potential investment areas for Wales.
The investment areas that they are considering include:
– Rural poverty – Future proofing the third sector – Support for disabled people or those with life limiting illnesses – Financial resilience, literacy and inclusion – Environment, with a focus on community based activities that build social capital.
The consultation will also offer ample opportunity to suggest and explore other potential themes. The South Wales event is taking place on Thursday 1 May at Future Inn in Cardiff.
Please email Awel.Jones@biglotteryfund.org.uk for a booking form.

Making Information Easy to Read and Understand Level 1
2014-05-01 | Swansea, Swansea
You can make a real difference to people by giving them information in a form they can understand and relate to.
This Learning Disability Wales training course will help you make information easier to read and understand for people with a learning disability. You will then be able to produce leaflets, letters, minutes from meetings, agendas, reports and posters. During the course you will get the chance to try out ideas with the new skills and knowledge you learn on the day.
Find out more and book your place via the Learning Disability Wales website.

Understanding Hate Crime
2014-05-01 09:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff, Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff
A Diverse Cymru half-day course
This workshop will enable you to:
– Recognise hate crime – Know what to do if you suspect a hate crime has been committed – Identify strategies for dealing with it and improving reporting of attacks
Who should attend?
The workshop will be of interest to, for example, anyone who works within the justice system, community development, schools, colleges, advice workers, health, social care, equality organisations and anyone whose role may enable raising awareness of hate crime or dealing with victims of it.
Cost: £55 per person
Find out more at http://www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/understanding-hate-crime/

Mental Health Awareness
2014-05-01 13:15 - 16:30 | Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff, Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff
A Diverse Cymru half-day course
Aims
– To provide a basic introduction to mental health and distress – To improve understanding and knowledge of mental health and distress – To reduce stigma and discrimination Learning outcomes By the end the session participants will have increased understanding of: – The basics of mental distress, common signs and symptoms and causes – Good mental health and what supports mental health – The impact of stigma and diagnosis – What helps people with recovery (including treatments)
Cost: £55 per person
Find out more at http://www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/mental-health-awareness/

C3SC Training: Sports Leadership
2014-05-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Culture and Media Centre, @Loudoun, Plas Iona, Butetown, Cardiff CF10 5HW, Culture and Media Centre, @Loudoun, Plas Iona, Butetown, Cardiff CF10 5HW
This course is for anyone who wishes to develop their sport leadership skills. It is designed to develop generic leadership skills that can be applied to a variety of sports and/or recreational situations as well as contributing to the personal development of the learner.
The Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership is a practical qualification in which learners must demonstrate their ability to lead others in simple sport/activity.
NB: Learners will need to bring their own lunch, sports wear (including trainers) and any relevant equipment.
This course is subsidised – there will be no costs associated for delegates from not-for-profit organisations (this does not include statutory organisations for whom normal fees will apply).

Have your say on equalities, and discuss the future of Wales
2014-05-07 | Newport YMCA, Newport YMCA
Progress on equalities 2010-2014: Shared learning and reflection on the journey travelled and challenges for 2014 and beyond will give you the chance to influence the equalities work of key organisations in Wales.
Run in conjunction with WACVC, the Welsh Government Fairer Futures Division, the NHS Centre for Equality and Human Rights, Public Health Wales and WLGA’s Equalities Unit, WCVA is looking to gather your experiences and feedback on how public sector authorities are meeting the equality duty in advance of the Equality 2014 Minister’s Report due this December.
In the afternoon, you’ll then be able to attend A national conversation: the Wales We Want, in which you can have your say on the long-term goals proposed for Wales and influence Welsh Government understanding of the long-term issues that future generations might face, from health to skills and climate change.
Bookings cost just £15 for WCVA members (excluding e-members) or £25 for e-members and non-members. It’s your chance to have your voice heard, so book your place today.

Personal Relationships and Sexuality
2014-05-07
A one-day Learning Disability Wales course to improve your confidence and skills when supporting people with learning disabilities with their personal relationships.
Find out more on the Learning Disability Wales website.

POVA E-Learning Workshops
2014-05-07
Cardiff Council has arranged POVA E-learning workshops for anyone who would be in a position to mentor staff (most likely – managers/supervisors/training co-ordinators) through the e-learning package once it’s rolled out within your home or agency.
So, if you’d like your staff to be able to access the POVA e-learning package now or in the future, please nominate someone to come along to one of these introductory sessions.
The workshop sessions last about an hour and a half.
There are two sessions running on this day: 9.30am -11.00am and 11.30am – 1.00pm.
If you can’t make this date, there are two sessions running at the same time as today’s date on 9 July 2014. (Attendance is only necessary on ONE of the four sessions for each person.)
For a booking form or to find out more, please email David Brown at DavBrown@cardiff.gov.uk You will need to complete a booking nomination form for any bookings you’d like to make.

Heritage Exchange: Working Together Better
2014-05-07 | Temple of Peace, Cardiff, CF10 3AP, Temple of Peace, Cardiff, CF10 3AP
Working Together Better: How can the heritage and cultural sectors make a real difference for the people and communities of Wales?
The Heritage Lottery Fund, in partnership with the independent think tank, the Institute of Welsh Affairs would like to invite you to attend Heritage Exchange Cymru 2014.
The event will be an opportunity for colleagues and partners from across the Welsh heritage and cultural sector to exchange ideas on themes and questions which matter most now.
At a time of continued financial uncertainty and constraint and with economic and social agendas featuring large on the heritage landscape, this event will enable the sector to consider priorities in Wales, and how best to meet them. With an emphasis on finding pragmatic solutions to deliver aspirations in challenging times, the event will bring together heritage and community professionals to exchange ideas, to challenge, provoke and inspire.
This event is part of a UK-wide programme of engagement in which the Heritage Lottery Fund – with 20 years of investment learning behind it – is championing the resilience and sustainability of heritage, helping to develop new practice, to survive and thrive and to learn from each other.
Who’s Speaking? Huw Brodie, Director of Culture and Sport, Welsh Government Dr Manon Williams, Trustee and Chair to the Heritage Lottery Fund for Wales Karen Dusgate, Chief Executive Merthyr Housing Association Katie Jo Luxton, Director of RSPB Cymru John McGrath, Artistic Director National Theatre Wales Lee Waters, Director of the Institute of Welsh Affairs
Who should attend? This event is open to everyone and anyone who has an interest in the heritage and cultural sector in Wales, for example, community organisations, charities, housing associations, public sector organisations, Communities First, wider arts community and private sector companies.
Refreshments will be available after the event. There is no entry fee.
Book online here.

Cultural Awareness in Safeguarding Children
2014-05-07 09:30 - 12:30 | Swansea, Swansea
A half-day Children in Wales course
The aim of this course is to raise awareness of cultural, ethnic and religious identities when considering child protection issues within asylum seeking, refugee and migrant families. It will also increase the understanding of particular safeguarding risks within families and communities and increase confidence in addressing safeguarding issues with families.
The course is aimed at anyone working with asylum seeking, refugee or migrant families. This includes Flying Start, Families First, anyone working in statutory, social care, health or education, community groups and refugee community organisations.

This course will include:
– Child protection through a cultural lens – Cultural perspectives on parenting in immigrant families arriving in Wales – Female Genital Mutilation, ‘Honour’ Violence, Forced Marriage, Abuse Linked to a Belief in Witchcraft – Promoting positive parenting in immigrant families
Book via the Children in Wales website.

Transgender Awareness
2014-05-08 09:30 - 12:30 | Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff, Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff
A Diverse Cymru half-day workshop
The aim of this workshop is to increase awareness of issues faced by Transgender people and reduce any fear or concerns when engaging with a person who is going through or has gone through transition to their correct gender.
Cost: £55 per person
Find out more at http://www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/transgender-awareness/

C3SC Training: Formalising Your Organisation: How to Incorporate
2014-05-08 10:00 - 13:00 | C3SC offices, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB., C3SC offices, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB.
We regret that this course has been cancelled.
This course offers a formal explanation of constituting and explores the legal choices organisations can take, and the benefits and drawbacks of each model. You will discover the different types of incorporated structures available for a voluntary organisation and gain an understanding of the work involved in becoming incorporated.
Ideal for: trustees, Board members, committee members and staff of voluntary organisations in Wales that are considering setting themselves up as a formal organisation.

South East Wales Participation Network (Theme: Co-production)
2014-05-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Llantrisant, Llantrisant
The theme of the network event in May is co-production in public services. Co-production seems to be the latest buzz word to be found in all sectors of public service and some would argue that is means different things to different people. The event will explore what co-production means to people and try to make sense of what it means in the context of engagement.
There will also be an ice-breaker and evaluation exercise, and participants will have a chance to network and tell each other about your organisation’s latest work and projects.
It is essential that you book your space early as spaces are limited and these events fill up very quickly.
If you would like to book a place, please return a booking form to participationcymru@wcva.org.uk or call 029 2043 1757.

Building your Case for Support and Maximising Gift Aid
2014-05-08 10:00 - 15:30 | Dragon Hotel, The Kingsway, Swansea SA1 5LS, Dragon Hotel, The Kingsway, Swansea SA1 5LS
Building your Case for Support Aim of Session: to introduce people who have to raise funds for their cause to the need for a strong case for support & the ability to develop one
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the session, you should be able to:
– Understand sources of useful data to build the case – Identify the characteristics of a strong case for support – Develop both written and verbal ‘cases’
Session One Why do we need to understand our ‘Case for Support’?
Session Two The Verbal Case for Support

Maximising Gift Aid
Aim of Session: to introduce local not for profit organisations to Gift Aid and how to maximise their income from it.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the session, you should be able to:
– Understand the benefits of registering with HMRC for tax purposes – Describe the basic requirements of a Gift Aid declaration – Explain the range of activities on which Gift Aid can be claimed – Understand the importance of keeping records for audit by HMRC
Session One: Gift Aid itSession Two: Donations of Goods
CLICK HERE TO BOOK – BuildingSupport&GiftAid £60 Individual Members of Institute of Fundraising / £70 Non-Members (includes lunch)

Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Equality Awareness
2014-05-08 13:30 - 16:30 | Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff, Glamorgan Archives, Cardiff
By the end of the workshop you will be able to:
– Define sexual orientation – Understand why it is important to use appropriate and non-offensive terminology relating to sexual orientation – Assess the impact of stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination – Challenge common myths and misconceptions about LGB people – Recognise the legal rights of LGB people in employment and service provision.
Cost: £55 per person
Find out more at http://www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/lgb-equality-awareness/

Launch of All Wales Hate Crime Reporting & Support Centre
2014-05-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Deganwy Room at Venue Cymru, Promenade, Llandudno LL30 1BB, Deganwy Room at Venue Cymru, Promenade, Llandudno LL30 1BB
Victim Support is launching the All Wales Hate Crime Reporting and Support Centre and would like to invite interested organisations and individuals from across Wales to the launch.
If you would like to attend, please register your interest to nick.cooke@victimsupport.org.uk by the 30th April 2014, as the room will only hold 80 people. Your place will be confirmed by the 2nd May 2014.
The event will be launched by Cllr Hugh Jones of Wrexham the Lead Member for Communities, Partnerships & Collaboration, and will include presentations by Gerallt Evans CPS North Wales Assistant District Crown Prosecutor and Chair of the Hate Crime Scrutiny Panels, further information and details will be sent out with the agendas.
The third party hate crime reporting centre will enable victims and witnesses to report hate crime via a 24/7 phone, email and text service. Victims of hate crime will receive services through Victim Support’s network of highly trained volunteers who will provide face to face emotional and practical support, advocacy services and referral to other agencies.

CCHA Lift Programme Partner launch event
2014-05-09 10:00 - 13:00
Welsh Government has launched the Lift programme to tackle workless households. The project will cover the east of Cardiff – Llanrumney, Llanederyn, Rumney, St Mellons, Trowbridge & Pentwyn.
Lift is an ambitious Welsh Government programme to provide, by the end of 2017, 5,000 training and employment opportunities for people living in households where no-one is in work.
The programme is not aimed at those who are temporarily out of work but will focus on those who have spent more than six months out of work or training and who face barriers to becoming employable, such as young single parents, adults with few or no formal qualifications; people with poor employment records and individuals with disabilities. Research shows that people in households with these characteristics are much less likely to gain employment than others.
Launch event
The event will take place on Friday 9 May from 10am to 1pm at CCHA, Tolven Court, Cardiff CF24 5QL. There will be a buffet at 12:00. Please email the address below to reserve your place and mention any dietary requirements. Please reserve your place by 1st May; places are limited.
Other information
There is a referral form for all partners to start referring clients to the Lift Programme. Any referrals will need to be from workless households, over 16 and unemployed for 6 months or more.
To find out more about Lift and to reserve your place at the launch, call (029) 2077 8016 or email lift@ccha.org.uk

Wales Observatory Annual Lecture
2014-05-09 | Faraday Lecture Theatre, Swansea University, Faraday Lecture Theatre, Swansea University
Wales Observatory on Human Rights of Children and Young People and UNICEF UKFREE Annual Lecture Speaker: Mr Justice Gary Hickinbottom Topic:“And still the children sing: The Rehabilitation of Children’s Rights”

Tackling Hate Crimes and Incidents: A Framework for Action - Launch event
2014-05-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Y Senedd, Cardiff Bay, Y Senedd, Cardiff Bay
Jeff Cuthbert AM, the Minister for Communities and Tackling Poverty will launch Tackling Hate Crimes and Incidents: A Framework for Action at The Senedd, Cardiff Bay on 12 May 2014, 11.30am until 1pm.
During the event, Victim Support will present the new All Wales Hate Crime Reporting Centre. There will also be a showcase of exciting new projects from Taking Flight Theatre Forum, Save the Children and the Welsh Refugee Council. You will also hear from ACPO Cymru lead T/ACC Pam Kelly on tackling hate crime in partnership and Christian Roberts from Show Racism the Red Card (ex professional footballer) on the challenges across Wales and working with children and young people to tackle hostility and prejudice.
If you would like to attend, please register your interest by 30 April 2014 via the following link:

English: http://wales.gov.uk/topics/equality/rightsequality/hate-crime/hate-crime-framework-launch/?lang=en

Welsh: http://cymru.gov.uk/topics/equality/rightsequality/hate-crime/hate-crime-framework-launch/?lang=cy

Your place will then be confirmed via e-mail by 2 May 2014.

Confidence at Public Events
2014-05-13 | Confidence at Public Events, Merthyr Tydfil, Confidence at Public Events, Merthyr Tydfil
2-day Participation Cymru training course (second day is Tuesday 17 June)For participants to engage more effectively and confidently with communities through public meetings/events. Content
This 2-day course focuses on presentation skills and dealing with difficult situations and behaviours. Participants will learn how to prepare for a public event, how to give an effective presentation, conveying the information the audience wants to know using appropriate communication styles, and explores techniques for dealing with challenging issues and situations.
On day 2 of the course you will be required to prepare and deliver a presentation and will receive feedback from the tutor and other learners. By attending this course you will be able to: – Be better prepared for holding public events – Use your own style of presenting with confidence – Design and deliver powerful presentations – Be more confident in dealing with people at a public event – Deal more effectively with challenging situations – Demonstrate techniques for dealing with challenging behaviour

Find out more and book your place via the Participation Cymru website.

Introduction to Safeguarding Children – Level 1
2014-05-13 09:15 - 16:30 | Sbectrwm, Bwlch Road, Cardiff (Map & Directions Available), Sbectrwm, Bwlch Road, Cardiff (Map & Directions Available)
This training session is for any professional that works with children or works with adults who have children.
Training provided will satisfy the prerequisite requirements for attending level 2 training provided by the LSCB.

This training covers:
– The legal framework for safeguarding children; – The responsibilities of individuals and organisations; – The possible signs of abuse; – Dealing with disclosures from children; – How to make a referral; – The response to be expected to a referral.

Participants will:
– Feel confident to make referrals; – Understand the responses they may receive; – Understand how to respond to children who disclose and what to look for; – Better understand the legal frameworks that are in place and how and where this applies to them within their job roles.
– QCF Diploma – linked units:
– Unit 4222-345 Understand How to Safeguard the Wellbeing of Children and Young People– Unit 516 Understand safeguarding of children and young people (for those working in the adult sector) (P5)
Spaces are limited, please book early to avoid disappointment.
Please email David Brown at Cardiff Council for a booking form (which must be completed). Email DavBrown@cardiff.gov.uk

C3SC Training: Working with the Media
2014-05-13 17:00 - 20:00 | C3SC offices, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB., C3SC offices, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB.
This evening training course will help you to:
• Understand what interests journalists and how to get them telling your story
• Understand how to communicate your key messages through the media
• Adapt your style to suit different media
• Write a press release

Attachment and its Role in Children's Lives
2014-05-14 | Cardiff, Cardiff
A one-day Children in Wales course
This course is aimed at all those interested in the emotional development of babies and children, and particularly those working with, or supporting children and families in stressful circumstances. Attachment disorder has come to be understood as a major contributor to behavioural and emotional problems in children, and in the development of personality disorders in adulthood. Understanding the importance of attachment in early development and how to recognize when family bonds are undermined are critical skills for those working with families. Practitioners also need skills in direct and systemic work to support children with attachment difficulties. This course therefore also describes the interventions that are available if you are working directly with children and their caregivers.

The course will explore:
– Why attachment matters – How attachment patterns are formed – What happens when attachment goes wrong – How observation can help us assess attachment – What we can do to strengthen and repair attachment relationships within families
Price: Members £115 Non-members £135
Find out more and book your place via the Children in Wales website.

Housing Help for Young People
2014-05-14 09:45 - 12:30 | Newport, Newport
This Shelter Cymru course will provide delegates with the relevant information to be able to assist young people who are experiencing any difficulties with housing or homelessness including those who may be at risk of becoming homeless.
Price: £86
For more information on course content, please visit www.sheltercymru.org.uk/training

C3SC Training: Introduction to Sustainable Funding
2014-05-14 10:00 - 16:00 | C3SC offices, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB., C3SC offices, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB.
With more and more third sector funding sources being tendered for, this course aims to give your organisation an overview on how tendering works. It covers what tendering is and how your organisation can take part to maximise your chances.
Ideal for: any organisation or individual looking to understand tendering.
By the end of the session, participants will:
• understand what a sustainable fundraising strategy is and why every organisation needs one
• learn how to explore and extend your fundraising options
• be able to construct a realistic and sustainable fundraising strategy

Education and Employment Event
2014-05-14 12:00 - 18:00 | St Mellons Community Education Centre, St Mellons Community Education Centre
‘Your Life, Your Future’ is an excellent opportunity for young people living in East Cardiff to access information on employment and education.
At the event, young people will be able to talk with career advisors, have access to Communities First Job Growth Wales jobs positions, meet work-based training providers, and Cardiff and the Vale College.
The event has been organised in partnership by Careers Wales, ECLP Communities First and Cardiff Youth Service.
For more information, please contact:
Gareth Hicks – ECLP Communities First: 07969 184932 / (029) 2079 2004
Clare Barnett – Cardiff Youth Service: 07854 998956 / (029) 2077 8667

The IWA Senedd Papers: Welsh Council Tax Reform
2014-05-14 12:30 - 14:00 | Media Briefing Room, National Assembly for Wales, Cardiff CF99 1NA, Media Briefing Room, National Assembly for Wales, Cardiff CF99 1NA
The IWA’s Senedd Papers series is a platform for leading experts and practitioners to put forward practical ideas for Welsh policymakers to consider. Each paper will be launched by a panel discussion in the Senedd, sponsored by the Presiding Officer of the National Assembly, Dame Rosemary Butler. In this second Senedd Paper, respected economist Gerald Holtham, the former chair of the Holtham Commission, looks at the devolution of selected tax powers to Wales and suggests an alternative method of collecting Council Tax. Joining Gerald Holtham on the panel will be Welsh Conservative Policy Director, Suzy Davies AM and the Liberal Democrat spokesperson for Local Government, Peter Black AM. Adding to the lineup will be Jon Rae, Director of Resources for the Welsh Local Government Association.
This is a free event and lunch will be provided.
Book here

Launch of formal union of CAIS & Living Room Cardiff
2014-05-14 | Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay, Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay
AMSERLEN/TIMETABLE
1730 Gwesteion yn cyrraedd/Guests arrive
1755 Nia Roberts: Croeso/Welcome
1800 Jenny Rathbone AC/AM & Mark Isherwood AC/AM: Cyflwyniad gan gyd-noddwyr y digwyddiad / Address from the event’s co-sponsors
1805 Denzil John: Cadeirydd Cyngor Cymru ar Alcohol a Chyffuriau Eraill / Chairman Welsh Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs
1815 Dr Dafydd Alun Jones: Cadeirydd/Chairman, CAIS /
1825 Clive Wolfendale: Prif Weithredwr/Chief Executive CAIS
1835 Wynford Ellis Owen: Prif Weithredwr Stafell Fyw Caerdydd / Chief Executive Living Room Cardiff
1845 Mark Drakeford: Gweinidog Iechyd, Llywodraeth Cymru / Health Minister, Welsh Government
1855 Perfformiadau/Performances
19.00-20.00 Canapes & diodydd/refreshments

DEAFBLIND AWARENESS - Espresso Plus Session
2014-05-15 | Cardiff, Cardiff
Cardiff Council is running four half-day sessions (two on Thursday 15 May and two on Thursday 22 May):
AM Session 9.30am – 12.30pm
PM Session 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Course facilitator: Michael Power – Sense Cymru
After completing this course participants will have knowledge of:
– Cardiff’s Legal Responsibility towards Deafblind People in their area – How Deafblindness can affect a person’s ability to communicate, access information and their mobility by experiencing Deafblindness through simulation exercises. – The impact of Deafblindness on an individual – The authority’s internal processes –Identification, assessment, services, one-to-one support workers, information and senior management – Services that are offered to deafblind people, families, carers and professionals working with them

In addition, participants will have knowledge of:
· The Sense Sensory Impairment monitoring Scale (SSIMS)
· How to monitor older people who live in care homes for any signs of hearing and/or vision loss
· What action to take if there are concerns about hearing and/or vision of one of your residents
To book a place, please email S.E.Jones@cardiff.gov.uk with your full name, job title, place of work, contact number and contact email address.

Fundraising with social media
2014-05-15 | Cardiff, Cardiff
Learning outcomes – The major social media platforms, and the differences between them. – How to use social media to generate interest in campaigns. – How to build a relevant following on social media platforms. – How to take people on a journey from social media following to further action for a charity. – How to maximise the impact of social media by identifying and using influencers. – How to monitor and measure their performance on social media. Who this course is forCharity fundraisers and communicators at all levels. Find out more and book your place via the WCVA website.
