C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council

Pedal Power annual sponsored bike rides
2012-06-23
It’s that time again! Cardiff Pedal Power is getting the ball rolling with our annual sponsored rides. If you haven’t signed up yet, the closing date for registration is 13 June – so get your forms in! This year the rides will be on Saturday 23 June, to coincide with Cardiff Bike Week and the Cardiff Cycle Festival. Last year’s ride was a huge success, raising over £5,000 for the cause. Such fundraising events as the June sponsored rides are crucial in helping support Pedal Power’s services and this year they want to make the rides even bigger.
As you know, Pedal Power is the only cycle hire in Cardiff that provides specialist bikes that enable people who have a disability to enjoy a healthy leisure activity in the beautiful Bute Park.
They also provide cycle training to local special-needs schools, run volunteering programmes that help disabled individuals learn vital life skills, and are one of the only cycling organizations in the UK to provide children with physiotherapist-chosen cycles.
There are three bike rides to choose from – find out more on the Pedal Power website.

Asylum Monologues 'Testimonies of young people seeking asylum'
2012-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Cardiff Story Museum, The Old Library, The Hayes, Cardiff, Cardiff Story Museum, The Old Library, The Hayes, Cardiff
Young People Speak out (YPSO) presents the Asylum Monologues ‘Testimonies of young people seeking asylum’
To celebrate Welsh Refugee Week 2012, and with the support of the Welsh Refugee Council, Young People Speak Out (YPSO) is hosting a rehearsed reading of Asylum Monologues, followed by a panel discussion on issues affecting refugees and asylum seeking young people.
Asylum Monologues is a script about the experiences of young people seeking sanctuary in Britain and will be performed by the London-based theatre company Ice & Fire, as part of their outreach programme Actors for Human Rights.
The panel discussion following the play is entitled: “Challenges Facing Young Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Wales: Integration & Positive Images”.
Entry is FREE but you will need to reserve tickets beforehand – please visit http://monologuestickets.eventbrite.com
If you experience any problems reserving tickets online, please email ypso.casual@trosgynnal.org.uk or phone (029) 2066 8956.

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) National Symposium
2012-06-22 09:30 - 17:00 | City Hall, Cardiff, City Hall, Cardiff
The Romani Cultural and Arts Company is pleased to invite you to the National Symposium The National Symposium is a development of the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Lecture, which encourages members from Local Authority, Central Government and GRT communities to discuss openly the challenges and requirements experienced and required to promote better understanding and appreciation of the development needed to integrate communities for the greater good. The event will be opened by Jane Hutt AM Minister for Finance, and Leader of the House speakers include Dr Adrian Marsh, Dr Thomas A Acton OBE MA, and Isaac Blake, to name but a few… If you would like to attend this FREE event, please email isaacblake@romaniarts.co.uk
Places are limited to 200 participants.

New Butetown Community Centre Open Day
2012-06-21 18:30 - 20:00 | At BEAT Centre (Old Slipper Baths) West Close, Butetown, Cardiff, At BEAT Centre (Old Slipper Baths) West Close, Butetown, Cardiff
You’re invited to go to see progress photos and room layouts of the exciting new facilities, to share your ideas and aspirations, and find out how you can be involved in this new community venture.
To all clubs, societies, organisations and service providers: go along to see what’s on offer. If you need a space for functions, meetings, conferences, exhibitions, workshops, etc., check out the new versatile centre. It can also be used for family parties, celebrations, community events and learning opportunities.

"Everyone's a Winner"
2012-06-21 10:00 - 14:00 | City Hall, Cardiff, City Hall, Cardiff
NewLink Wales is excited to be hosting an “Everyone’s a Winner” event showcasing volunteering opportunities, in partnership with Ethnic Minorities Communities First Team (EMCT).
The event will be focussed entirely on community members who wish to learn more about volunteering and work experience opportunities that are available to them.
There are a limited number of stands available so please book early to avoid disappointment! There is a small fee of £25 for stand holders to pay. The deadline for applying to have a stand at this event will be Tuesday 12 June 2012 at the latest. If you are interested in booking a stand, please email daljit.gill@newlinkwales.org.uk
If you have a group which is interested in attending this day but may have transport issues, please contact Newlink Wales by Wednesday 13th June in order for them to organise transport to and from the event.
The event is FREE for community members and volunteers who are 16+, and there will also be some light refreshments provided on the day, as well as some entertainment! Come along to find out about volunteering opportunities and to learn what existing volunteers do.

C3SC Training - Food Safety in Catering
2012-06-20 09:00 - 17:00 | C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB, C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
This certificated course is for anyone handling food as part of the work of their voluntary organisation. It is accredited through the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health.
The course will cover:
– How to take personal responsibility for food safety – Importance of keeping clean and hygienic – Importance of keeping the working areas clean and hygienic – Importance of keeping food safe
Please note that there is a minimum charge for this course of £40, which includes the cost of the certificate.
PLACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE

The Big Give Christmas Challenge free online seminar
2012-06-19 11:00 - 12:00
The Big Give Christmas Challenge is the UK’s largest matched funding event with over £30m raised in the past three years alone. Sign up to the free online ‘Challenge Explained’ seminar on Tuesday 19 June at 11am to find out more! UK registered charities are eligible to benefit from the millions of pounds in matched funding that is available and the ‘Challenge Explained’ seminar will let you know exactly how to make the most of this unique opportunity. The application deadline for the Challenge is approaching so this seminar will give you everything you need to sneak in before it’s too late! The seminar is free and online so you can take part from the comfort of your home or office. Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis so sign up today to avoid disappointment.
Register for this seminar on The Big Give website.NB. Once registered, details of how to participate will be emailed to your address.

C3SC Training - Preparing a Sustainable Fundraising Strategy
2012-06-19 09:30 - 16:00 | C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB, C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, CF24 0EB
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

Strategic Planning for Public Engagement
2012-06-19 | Forge Fach, Swansea, Forge Fach, Swansea
Aim:To equip participants with the tools needed to develop a more strategic approach to effective public engagement. Content:This one-day course will help participants to develop a more strategic approach to public engagement by identifying and developing the processes needed to implement a consistent approach across the organisation. The course will look at strategic planning and organisational development as two key elements to achieving more effective public engagement. Learning outcomes:By attending this course you will be able to … – Better understand the importance of a strategic approach to Public Engagement – Use a variety of tools to help develop a more strategic approach to Public Engagement – Develop a strategic plan for Public Engagement – Develop ways of implementing a more strategic approach to Public Engagement across their department or organisation Learning Objectives: – Explore ways in which a more strategic approach to Public Engagement can be achieved – Identify key staff and partners needed to help develop a more strategic approach – Start to develop an engagement strategy – Provide an opportunity for participants to practice tools needed for a more strategic approach – Share experiences with other participants Who is this course for?Engagement officers and managers who need to develop a more strategic approach to effective public engagement. Find out more on the Participation Cymru website.

Event for all carers - 'Taking Care of Yourself'
2012-06-18 10:00 - 16:30 | Cardiff City Football Stadium, Cardiff City Football Stadium
If you are a carer this is your invitation to a FREE event designed especially for you.
At this Cardiff and the Vale University Health Board event, there will be stands offering advice on a wide range of health issues, including healthy eating, mental health well-being, and hand and nail care! Refreshments and pastries will be available throughout the day and, at 11.30am, football fans can take a guided tour of the prestigious stadium on a first come, first served basis.There will also be an opportunity for you to express what you would like to see in the forthcoming Carers Information and Consultation Strategy.Free parking is available, but if you are travelling by train, Grangetown station is a 10-minute walk and there are bus routes from Cardiff City Centre and from Barry and Penarth. If you have particular problems getting to the stadium, please contact Sue Barrow on 029 2033 5468 or email sue.barrow@wales.nhs.ukFeel free to drop in at any time.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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).

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

"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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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
