The new face of Local Government in Wales and implications for the third sector
2012-05-28 09:45 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Aberdare House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FJ, Aberdare House, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff Bay CF10 5FJ
Following the recent Local Government elections, WCVA and Positif Politics are pleased to invite you to this event which will explore recent changes and developments in Local Government in Wales, and consider the implications for third sector organisations. At a time of increasing demand for services and decreasing budgets, we all have a shared interest in making sure that local government and the third sector can work together to meet the needs of Wales’ citizens.

The event will feature:
– an opportunity to learn about the new political map of Wales following the election from Daran Hill of Positif Politics; – a presentation from the Welsh Local Government Association about how local authorities are working together under the new collaboration agenda; – a panel discussion with representatives of the four main political parties on the topic of how local government can and should work with, and engage, the third sector.
The event is FREE, but booking is essential.

Gourment Charity Dinner in aid of Llamau
2012-05-28 | PURPLE Poppadum, 185a Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, PURPLE Poppadum, 185a Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff
You are cordially invited to a gourmet charity dinner in aid of Llamau.
The event is being hosted by the Award Winning restaurant PURPLE Poppadom – it will be a fantastic night!
Raffle prizes include a Masterchef experience with Anand George for two people.

Making information easy to read and understand - level 2
2012-05-29 | Cardiff, Cardiff
This Learning Disability Wales course will include a recap on the principles of making information easy to read and understand and then take delegates on to look at how they can develop and improve their skills.
The course will help delegates work with longer and more complex documents and will focus on:§ Developing your use of easy to understand language§ Inclusion of relevant information§ Dividing information up into useful sections§ Putting your document in a meaningful order § Glossaries and indexes
Follow up session
All delegates will be invited to a follow up session a few weeks after this course. You will be able to meet up with your fellow learners and the tutor for a trouble shooting, advice and feedback session.
After this course delegates will§ Work out the relevant information to be included in an easy read document§ Structure long or complex documents so they are easy to follow.§ Get feedback on work they have completed and advice for developing their skills further. Designed for
Anyone who has attended Making Information Easy to Read and Understand Part 1 or who has experience of writing information in Easy Read
Members £135 Non members £156Parents / Carers / Person with learning disability £51

Introduction to Project Management part 2 of 2
2012-05-29 18:00 - 21:00 | DVLA Swansea, Longview Road, Swansea SA6 7JL, DVLA Swansea, Longview Road, Swansea SA6 7JL
Small Charities Coalition is running this skills workshop in partnership with IBM.
This workshop will be split over two evenings, between 18:00 – 21:00 on Tuesday 22 May and Tuesday 29 May 2012. Delegates must attend both sessions.
Price: only £10 per person per workshop.
Find out more and book your place here.

Housing Bill, Social Services Bill & SP Programme Interim Arrangements Consultations
2012-05-30 | Media Resource Centre, Llandrindod Wells, Media Resource Centre, Llandrindod Wells
In light of the recent Meeting the Housing Challenge: Building a consensus for action detailing the overarching principles of the forthcoming Welsh Housing Bill and the current consultation on the Social Services Bill Wales, Cymorth Cymru has been working with Welsh Government officials to provide organisations working with vulnerable people the opportunity to consider both Bills together and help shape these important pieces of legislation. The day will provide a mixture of presentations and discussion on key elements of both Bills, giving you the opportunity to debate the Welsh Government’s proposals to ensure that we maximise the impact of both pieces of legislation.

Programme items include:
· Overview of the Housing Bill
· Overview of the Social Services Bill
· Overview of the proposed interim arrangements to take forward the new SP Programme
· Opportunities from the Housing Bill and the Social Services Bill to make services more citizen directed
· Initial thoughts from the Sector: Cymorth Cymru, Shelter Cymru, CHC and local government

Cymorth expects the new Housing Bill to include recommendations around homelessness and tenure which will be relevant to all Cymorth members. They also need to consider in what ways the Housing Bill and Social Services Bill together can help ensure all people have better access to a home and the support/care they need to build the life they aspire to. The programme will also explore the opportunities presented by both the Housing Bill and the Social Services Bill to make services more citizen directed.

In addition, they will also use this event to consult with members on the Proposed Interim Arrangements to take Forward the new SP Programme. As a result of the responses to the previous SP consultation, the Welsh Government has issued a short consultation on Chapter 2 of the Supporting People Guidance which will feature as part of the programme for this consultation event.

This event is FREE to Cymorth Cymru members (a £50 no-show fee will apply if you book a space and do not attend) or £50 + VAT to non-members. Spaces are limited.

Poverty in Wales Conference
2012-05-30 | Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff City Stadium
Times are tough, and getting tougher – what can be done?That’s the question at the heart of WCVA and the Bevan Foundation’s upcoming conference, ‘Hard times ahead: meeting the challenge of poverty in 21st century Wales’. At a time when people are having to make do with less, what of those in – or on the edge of – poverty?As Welsh Government launches its Tackling Poverty Plan, ‘Hard times ahead’ aims to gather ideas and stimulate debate on developing approaches to help others survive. Speakers include: – Victoria Winkler of the Bevan Foundation on ‘the poverty iceberg’ and the challenge to well-being in Wales – Julia Unwin of the Joseph Rowntree Foundation on the challenges of deficit, demographics and degraded public discourse – Carl Sargeant AM, Minister for Local Government and Communities, on the Tackling Poverty plan Workshops include: – Supporting individuals in poverty – Buttle UK and the Trussell Trust – Developing good money habits – CredCer and the Money Advice Service – Creating community assets – Glyncoch Community RegenerationDelegates will also be invited to take part in a World Café round table debate on sharing new poverty ideas, with tables hosted by representatives from Big Lottery Fund, Citizen’s Advice Cymru, Oxfam Cymru and more.You can view the full programme here, and then reserve your place using this booking form.This is your chance to really shape the debate on poverty in this country – don’t let it pass you by.

Understanding People with Learning Disabilities
2012-05-30 09:30 - 16:00 | Newport, Newport
Course Aims
To help you understand more about the issues affecting people with learning disabilities and how people and services can have a negative impact on their lives.
This Learning Disability Wales course will examine how services and society affect the lives of people with learning disabilities, and how to make this contribution a positive one.
You will be encouraged to examine your own perceptions and actions, as well as how your organisation works. You will have an opportunity to look at some practical tools you can use to involve and understand the real needs of those you work with.
Course includes – What a learning disability is– What can cause a learning disability– How staff contribute to isolation– How people can be fully involved in their community with support– The difference between what is “important to” and “important for” someone
Designed for:Anyone playing a support or caring role for someone with learning disabilities.
Booking and FeesMembers £135Non-members £156Parents / Carers / Person with a learning disability £51

Wales Festival of Sign
2012-06-02 - 2012-06-04 | Dol Llys Farm Camping Site, Llanidloes, Powys, Dol Llys Farm Camping Site, Llanidloes, Powys
Deaf Access Cymru is running its first Festival of Sign, a camping festival for deaf and hearing people, their friends, family, students, and anyone who uses British Sign Language (BSL).
The festival will give deaf people the opportunity to access activities and information in their first language and will give those who use BSL the chance to meet others who share an interest in the language and culture of the deaf community.
The festival takes place during the queen’s jubilee bank holiday weekend.
Visit www.deafaccesscymru.co.uk to find out more.

ABCD Cymru's diamond jubilee party and fundraising event
2012-06-02 11:00 - 16:00 | Eastmoors Community Centre, Splott, Eastmoors Community Centre, Splott
The charity ABCD Cymru supports 300+ disabled children and their families. These families are some of the most disadvantaged and socially-excluded members of society, experiencing high levels of poverty, and multiple deprivation.
ABCD Cymru is arranging a Jubilee Party and Fundraiser on 2nd June and funds raised will be used for much-needed play days and trips for these children, some of whom have never even been to the cinema or to a theme park or zoo/farm.
You can help make this event a success and put a smile on the faces of these children in the following ways:
– Donate your unwanted gifts, used CDs, DVDs, books to sell on stalls; – Give a couple of hours of your time (to help set up stalls at the start of the day or run a stall); – Share your skills, e.g. some individuals will be doing manicures, hair braiding, henna painting, etc. – Bake cakes or other types of food (they will be selling exotic ethnic homemade food (curries, samosas, etc.) on the day at very reasonable prices; – Any other donations towards the raffle and tombola prizes. – In fact, they would be grateful for ANYTHING you feel you wish to donate!
If you are likely to be in the area on the day, please pop along – there will be plenty going on for everyone!
Adults: 50p; Children: FREE

Mega Car Boot Sale
2012-06-04 10:00 - 16:00 | The Living Room Car Park, 58 Richmond Road, Roath, Cardiff, The Living Room Car Park, 58 Richmond Road, Roath, Cardiff
Bargains galore! All welcome – food and refreshments available.To book a space for your car, please call the Living Room on: 029 2049 3895 or send an e-mail to:info@welshcouncil.org.uk

Jubilee Charity Gala
2012-06-04 | The Parc Thistle Hotel, The Parc Thistle Hotel
Cardiff Women’s Aid invites you to their Jubilee Charity Gala – to raise money to keep families safer and healthier in their own homes.There will be:MusicDancingLocal ArtistsTombola‘Special Guest Speaker’ Frank Mullane, founder and director of AAFDA (Action After Fatal Domestic Abuse)
Enter the Prize Draw and pre bid in the auction to be in with a chance of winning some amazing prizes:Manchester United Signed FootballHot Air Balloon Ride£100 of Marks & Spencer vouchersSigned Rugby BallNaked Butler!Dinner for TwoSigned Rugby BallPlus many more…Buffet IncludedFor more details on how to purchase tickets for the event, prize draw or to pre bid, please contact Wendi or Lorraine on 029 2046 0566 or email events@cardiffwomensaid.org.uk

Diverse Cymru volunteering opportunities evening
2012-06-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Third Floor, Alexandra House, 307-315 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF5 1JD, Third Floor, Alexandra House, 307-315 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF5 1JD
Diverse Cymru has existing volunteering opportunities and is developing new, bespoke volunteering opportunities that will accommodate the learning needs and skills of volunteers.
This volunteering opportunities evening will celebrate Volunteers’ Week and publicise the various volunteer roles available at Diverse Cymru.
Opportunities include:
– Social policy and funding – Reception – Finance – IT development – Administration – Minibus driving – BME mental health befriending – Homework club

Play Aloud
2012-06-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Bute Park, Cardiff, Bute Park, Cardiff
This Re-create event is FREE and there will be:
– Games – Creative play – Dancing – Toasted marshmallows – Giant Connect4 – Story telling – … and lots more –
Find them next to the Secret Garden Café situated 10 minutes north of the Summerhouse adjacent to the Bute Park Educa>on Centre. Toilets (including disabled and baby change) and bike stands are provided and there are a number of picnic benches in this area of the park. Access to the event from Sophia Gardens and the Millenium footbridge. In the event of bad weather, check the website for details at www.re‐create.co.uk

Cardiff Health and Social Care Network meeting
2012-06-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Speakeasy Advice Centre, 166 Richmond Road, Cardiff, Speakeasy Advice Centre, 166 Richmond Road, Cardiff
Join us for the Cardiff Health and Social Care Network – it’s a great opportunity to meet with other third sector organisations in a similar field, to share ideas and to gain access to up-to-date, relevant information.

Pedal Power's Vintage Fair
2012-06-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Scout Base in the Pontcanna Fields car park off Fields Park Road, Scout Base in the Pontcanna Fields car park off Fields Park Road
Are you a fan of vintage, retro or kitsch items? Do you have an appreciation for unique, handmade creations? Then come on down to Pedal Power’s Vintage Fair on Saturday 9 June.
Following the success of the March Fair this event will also be held in the Scout Base in the Pontcanna Fields car park off Fields Park Road. This means the fair will be completely under cover if it’s raining.
There will be light refreshments available on site and if you fancy a bike ride you can collect a half-price voucher on the day. The headquarters is just a short walk from the Scout Base.
These fairs are held every quarter and they are fast becoming “must do” events. Once again Pedal Power will be bringing you a fantastic selection of over twenty stall-holders, showcasing the very best in vintage and unique handmade items including:
– Jewellery and accessories – Men and women’s fashion – Textiles, bedding and cushions – Home-ware, kitchenware, ceramics and glass – Arts and crafts – Books, greetings cards and gifts – Curiosities – Welsh produce
Directions:
By car: From Cathedral Road turn onto Fields Park Road. Take the third right into Pontcanna Fields car park, where you will find ample parking right next to the Scout Base.
On foot: The Scout Base is adjacent to the avenue running between Western Avenue and the cricket ground or from Fields Park Road as described above
To visit the hire centre, go to the tree-lined path behind the Scout Base and turn right. Pedal Power is approximately 500m further down on your right (towards SWALEC Stadium). Follow the brown signs for Cardiff Pedal Power and Cycle Hire. If you get lost, please call 029 2039 0713 and they’ll guide you in.

Mental Health First Aid (Wales)
2012-06-11 - 2012-06-12 | Cardiff, Cardiff
This Diverse Cymru 12-hour MHFA (Wales) course is part of the national training programme for Wales and its partners include the Welsh Government, Health Challenge Wales and Mind Cymru.Comparisons can be drawn between MHFA and emergency first aid. In both cases members of the public can offer immediate aid and support the person to get appropriate help. MHFA improves mental health literacy and helps people to recognise the signs and symptoms of someone with mental health problems; to respond to various mental health crises, engage with, support and signpost people to appropriate professional help.MHFA aims to help participants: – Preserve life where a person may be a danger to themselves or others. – Provide help to prevent a mental health problem developing into a more serious state. – Promote recovery of good mental health. – Provide comfort to a person experiencing mental health distress.
The cost is £110 per delegate. This includes a certificate from the Welsh Government, a comprehensive MHFA (Wales) manual, a buffet lunch and refreshments.

Cardiff City & South Third Sector Forum meeting
2012-06-11 | Atlantic House, Dumballs Road, Cardiff, Atlantic House, Dumballs Road, Cardiff
We apologise that today’s meeting has been postponed until further notice.
Cardiff City & South Third Sector Forum is open to all third sector groups that identify with the geographical area of Butetown, Grangetown and the City Centre – though the boundaries of this area may change.
If your organisation is based in Cardiff City & South, please come along – it would be great to see you!
Please contact Katie Mallam, Third Sector Officer for this area of Cardiff, if you’d like to attend. Her contact details are below.

FREE Lone Parents and Tax Credits training course
2012-06-12 | Cardiff, Cardiff
Working with single parents? Need to know more about tax credits? Curious about Universal Credit?
This Gingerbread training course is FREE for voluntary and community sector staff and volunteers (funded by HMRC).
By the end of the course you will be able to explain:
– Conditions of entitlement to child and working tax credit – The impact of the income disregard – What changes need to be reported and when – How childcare costs are treated – How the system deals with under and overpayments – How tax credits are paid and what to do if there is a problem – The mechanisms for challenging decisions on tax credits – How tax credits interact with the main social security benefits – What Universal Credit is and when it will roll out
Find out more on the Gingerbread website.Find out more on the Gingerbread website.

"Autism is my superpower!" A Disability Forum Information Day
2012-06-13 09:30 - 16:30 | Future Inn, Cardiff Bay, Future Inn, Cardiff Bay
This Children in Wales seminar will examine the issues experienced by children and young people with autism from a range of perspectives including the children/ young people themselves, parents and professionals. Delegates will have the opportunity to hear about: The services provided by education in Caerphilly, Child Adolescent Mental Health Services in Carmarthen, and the voluntary sector throughout Wales, to support children and young people with autism and their families. – What it is like growing up when you have an autistic spectrum condition – Being a parent of a child with autism
In addition there will be:
– Opportunities to meet, exchange ideas and network with other practitioners – A range of literature around supporting families affected by substance misuse available to explore.
Speakers:
Dr Andrea Mowthorpe, Consultant Clinical Psychologist/ Joint Head of Specialty, Psychology in CAMHS, Hywel Dda Health Board
Deborah Herald, Teacher in Charge at Caerphilly Autistic Spectrum Service
Lynne Plimley, Head of Research and Partnerships, Autism CymruJo Manikiza, ASD National Strategic Coordinator for Wales
Teresa James, ASD Coordinator, Monmouthshire County Council
Neil Ingham, External Affairs Manager, The National Autistic Society Cymru
Jonathan Hanna is 22, and has Aspergers syndrome
Steve Smith, Social Programmes Manager Wales, The National Autistic Society
Costs: Members: £50 Non-members: £70 (Including lunch)
Find out more and access the booking form on the Children in Wales website.

C3SC Training - RBA Theory & Practice
2012-06-13 09:45 - 16:00 | C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB, C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB
This course will help you to:
– Get to grips with Results Based Accountability – Understand its principles – Discover its context in relation to Cardiff. Postponed

Cardiff Inter Faith Network meeting
2012-06-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Butetown Communities First, Atlantic House, Dumballs Road, Cardiff CF10 5FE, Butetown Communities First, Atlantic House, Dumballs Road, Cardiff CF10 5FE
The purpose of this meeting is to begin planning an event in Cardiff to mark Inter Faith Week 2012, which takes place from Sunday 18 to Saturday 24 November. We will be meeting on a regular basis for six months leading up to the week itself. If your group or organisation would like to get involved, please contact Jeremy Rees at C3SC (see below for details).

ISSA Wales volunteer open day
2012-06-14 | ISSA Office, 62 Whitchurch Road, Cathays, Cardiff CF14 3LX, ISSA Office, 62 Whitchurch Road, Cathays, Cardiff CF14 3LX
The ISSA volunteer day takes place from 10am – 12 noon and 6 – 7.30 pm.

Understanding the Teenage Years
2012-06-14 | Cardiff, Cardiff
A one-day course facilitated by Children in WalesThe teenage years can present the greatest challenges for parents and family members. Understanding the challenge young people themselves are facing provides both parents and professionals with the tools they need to allow teenagers to develop, whilst at the same time still keeping them safe from the worst excesses of teenage behaviour.The course is for both practitioners working directly with teenagers, and those involved in family support services.
The course will include:
– An exploration of teenagedevelopment – Why modern society makes this hard, and what can be done to support teenagers – The role of both mothers and fathers – Ways to improve communicationwith teenagers – Strategies to manage teenage behaviourPrice:Members £80Non-members £100
You can book for this event on the Children in Wales website.

All Wales Residential Participation Network 2012
2012-06-14 - 2012-06-15 | Llandrindod Wells, Llandrindod Wells
The All Wales Residential Participation Network 2012 will take place on 14 and 15 June in Llandrindod Wells. You can find a booking form and a flier here. The event is a chance for you to:
– learn practical participatory tools and techniques to use when engaging – learn about what’s happening across Wales – share learning, ideas and good practice with other practitioners and organisations – make valuable contacts across Wales through networking opportunities
Workshops will include:
– Monitoring engagement using the National Principles for Public Engagement – Voice or Choice model – where are we in Wales? – Making the case for e-participation – Developing an action plan following engagement – Scrutiny and engagement – Staff engagement – Practical tools for engagement – Holding better conversations

C3SC Training - All You Need to Know about Incorporation
2012-06-14 09:45 - 13:00 | C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB, C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB
Choosing the Right Legal Structure…
By the end of the session, you will:
– Understand what ‘incorporation’ means for a third sector organisation – Explore the different incorporated structures – Know the implications of setting up and running an incorporated organisation – Understand the key components of a Memorandum and Articles of Association
There are still places available – not too late to book

Equality Act
2012-06-15 | Cardiff, Cardiff
On the 1 October 2010 all existing anti-discrimination legislation was replaced by the Equality Act 2010. The Act has removed inconsistencies, making legislation simpler to understand and comply with. It also strengthens the law, making it easier to tackle disadvantage and inequality.
This Diverse Cymru course is particularly relevant for employers and service providers from the public, private or voluntary sectors, and the aim of the course is to provide an understanding of the main obligations of employers and service providers under the Equality Act 2010.
The cost is £85 per delegate. This includes a certificate of attendance, all course materials, a buffet lunch and refreshments.

Housing Bill Wales briefing
2012-06-15 09:30 - 12:30 | Cardiff, Cardiff
This briefing, delivered by John Puzey, director of Shelter Cymru, will provide you with an outline of the proposed legislation and give you an opportunity to discuss the Welsh Government’s ambitions.
– Will it put a citizen centred approach at its heart? – Will we see citizen centred homelessness services? – Can it overcome organisational boundaries? – Will we see more collaboration between housing and other services? – Will it help make private sector tenancies more sustainable?
The briefing is also being delivered in Gorseinon, Swansea on 2 July.
Cost: £60
Find out more on the Shelter Cymru website.

The Big Camp fundraising event for Llamau
2012-06-16
Forces Fitness’s aim is to provide fun fitness for everyone that takes part in their bootcamps, whether you are new to training or an experienced athlete everyone is welcome!
Choose your team and take part in a BIG Bootcamp in aid of Llamau, involving a military style session at Afan Valley and to finish off, an unarmed combat session!
£40 non-refundable deposit£140 sponsorship

Preventing and Managing Girl Bullying and Friendship Dramas
2012-06-18 | The Orbit Centre, Merthyr Tydfil, The Orbit Centre, Merthyr Tydfil
This one-day course is run by Full Circle, a social enterprise based in South Wales, supporting children and young people’s well-being to improve educational outcomes. Full Circle provides training, resources, pupil workshops, consultancy services, and events to support youth well-being.
This training day is suitable for teachers, counsellors, youth workers, behaviour specialists, and professionals who frequently manage bullying and pervasive relationship issues. The course will explore the nature of girls’ relationships, relational aggression, the Drama Cycle, and provide practical tools and techniques to use when working with girls.
Price: book before May 25th at £150 per delegate, or £195 thereafter.

Active Travel (Wales) Bill Conference
2012-06-18 10:00 - 16:15
The Welsh Government launched the White Paper for the Active Travel (Wales) Bill, a landmark initiative that will place a duty on Welsh local authorities to provide cycling and walking routes. Sustrans Cymru is hosting this conference that will feed into the official consultation process on this White Paper.
