Deafblind Cymru Awareness Training
2012-10-17 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | The Cardiff Story, The Old Library The Hayes, Cardiff CF10 1BH, The Cardiff Story, The Old Library The Hayes, Cardiff CF10 1BH
This FREE training will give participants a greater awareness of what life is like for people with dual sensory impairments.
The morning session will be repeated in the afternoon from 2-3.30pm.

Introduction to e-participation and new social media
2012-10-18 | CAVS, Carmarthen, CAVS, Carmarthen
This Participation Cymru WCVA course will help you explore how to use social media within your own organisation to engage with service users and communities.
Target audience:Frontline staff and managers looking to develop the use of technology as a method to engage with service users and communities.
Content:Participants will explore the use of social media as tools for citizen, community and service user engagement. This course will enable participants to explore and identify opportunities for using e-participation and social networking technology within their area of work. Participants will evaluate methods of e-participation and social networking; identifying opportunities and limitations. With a focus on current technologies and relevance within Wales, this participative course will draw on participant’s experiences, case studies and examples where social media have been used in engagement and participation activities.Learning outcomes:
By the end of the course participants will be able to:
– Discuss methods for engaging people through use of social media, and identify those that may be relevant to their needs – Evaluate methods of e-participation and social networking in relation to their area of work – Analyse case studies where e-participation has been used – Explore the technology – Identify barriers to participation using social media – Recognise the needs of different audiences and steps to meet needs – Know how to access additional information and resources
Learning objectives
– To present a range of social media which can be used in participation – Present case studies where e-participation has been used – Evaluate the opportunities and barriers to using technology in participation – Discuss the wider context of social networking and digital inclusion – Draw on current technology – Draw on relevance within Wales – Identify resources needed to implement e-participation

Introduction to Person Centred Planning in Transition
2012-10-18 | Cardiff, Cardiff
This half-day Learning Disability Wales course serves as an introduction to PCP in transition and looks at how transition can impact young people. It looks to examine how the Real Opportunities Project works with young people, families and professionals to overcome some of the difficulties faced around transition.The course will look forward to the statutory reform and how PCP will be used within the new Individual Development Plans.

Black History Month Celebration
2012-10-18 04:30 - 18:30 | Cardiff Central Library, Cardiff Central Library
Cardiff Central Library, in partnership with Black Voluntary Sector Network Wales (BVSNW), presents Black History Month Celebration – with inspirational community champions: Betty Campbell, Glenn Jordan, Steve Khaireh and Sheila Hendrickson-Brown.
FREE admission.

NewLink Wales Annual General Meeting
2012-10-18 13:00 - 16:00 | NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE, NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE
NewLink Wales invites you to their AGM.
Speakers include Dr Josie Smith, Public Health Wales; Mark Erica, G4S; and Charlotte Hopkins, NewLink Wales.
Refreshments will be provided.

Can the third sector lead the way in delivering citizen-centred care?
2012-10-19 | The Future Inn, Cardiff, The Future Inn, Cardiff
This is a Cymorth Cymru event.
Plenaries:
– Launching a strategic partnership to support not for profit care providers in Wales – Joy Kent, Cymorth Cymru and Des Kelly, National Care Forum – What do not for profit providers want from a representative organisation? – Hugh Irwin, Cymorth Cymru Board Member – What sets the third sector apart in the delivery of care services? A presentation of three research papers – Des Kelly, National Care Forum – The Inquiry into Residential Care – Mark Drakeford AM – What do individuals want from residential care services? The findings of the external reference group formed as part of the Inquiry into Residential Care -Graeme Francis, Age Cymru and Angela Roberts, Carers Trust
Workshops:
– Delivering an holistic care service – Hafod Care – Undetected sensory loss in care homes: The way forward – RNIB, Action on Hearing Loss, SENSE Cymru

Member fee: £85+VAT / Non-members: £120+VAT
Cymorth Cymru is offering the discounted member fee to members of Cardiff Third Sector Council – or £120+VAT for two delegates.

Black History Celebration Day
2012-10-20 11:00 - 16:00 | National Waterfront Museum, Swansea, National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
FREE and for all the family
A day packed with arts, crafts and performances from around the world, school and community exhibitions plus historical talks and workshops.
The day has been put together by the African Partnership Group made up of over 15 grass root organisations that aim to break down barriers, challenge perceptions and enable cross cultural understanding via culture and heritage learning activities.
Black History Month in Wales acknowledges the contribution made by Black people to local, national and world history and culture by delivering an informative educational and celebratory programme annually during the month of October. BHM Wales aims to educate people, challenge negative perceptions, celebrate the positive contributions and promote the history of people of African Diaspora heritage.
Find out more about Black History Month here.

Apple Day
2012-10-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Clare Gardens, Riverside (Opposite Despenser Gardens), Clare Gardens, Riverside (Opposite Despenser Gardens)
Come along and get stuck in to all things ‘appley’. Competitions, games, art, identification, Apple Doctor and juice making. It’s been a rough season and lots of people have poor crops, but if you have some apples and want to put them to good use, now’s your chance.

‘Keeping The Art of Braiding Alive’ Exhibition Launch
2012-10-20 13:00 - 15:00 | The Cardiff Story Museum, The Hayes, Cardiff, The Cardiff Story Museum, The Hayes, Cardiff
To celebrate the opening of the ‘Keeping The Art of Braiding Alive’ exhibition, there will be a launch involving members of the project demonstrating braiding and talking about their experience of being involved in the project. Members of the public will get the opportunity to learn about the art of braiding and have a go at it themselves.
The launch is a free event open to all members of the public
To confirm attendance at the launch email – Leona@cherub-braids.co.uk
The exhibition is taking place from Saturday 20th October to Friday 26th October and explores the history of braiding, its importance for the community and sees young people’s work come to life.

Introduction to Carribean Dance
2012-10-20 13:30 - 16:30 | RUBICON DANCE, 1 3 NORA STREET, ADAMSDOWN, CARDIFF CF24 1ND, RUBICON DANCE, 1 3 NORA STREET, ADAMSDOWN, CARDIFF CF24 1ND
Celebrating Black History Month
This workshop will allow you to explore the basic language of specific Trinidadian folk dances that fall into these categories, including the Bele Pique, Bongo and Limbo, and carnival dance.
ADEOLA, is a Trinidadian artist, dancer and researcher. Adeola has been a Caribbean Dance Workshop leader and performer for several events, including BVSNW Black Voluntary Service Network Wales’ Black History Month event (2007 and 2008), Theatr Fforwm Cymru Carnival Arts at Youth Agora (2006), Cardiff Mind (Sept-Oct2007), YMCA Carnival dance Workshop (2007) and BAWSO Women’s Aid, International Women’s Day Event (2007), UWIC Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop (2007). She has also worked in the capacity of carnival dancer, character performer, tutor, maker within the Cardiff Mas Carnival (SWICA since 2005) and, in October 2007, conducted a Caribbean Folk Dance session at Rubicon Dance.
Find out more about Black History Month here.

Making the Link between Substance Misuse and Cultural Awareness
2012-10-23 | NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE, NewLink Wales, Meridian Court, North Road, Cardiff CF14 3BE
Are you working with black and minority ethnic communities? Would you like to improve your understanding about cultural and religious sensitivities?
This NewLink Wales course is aimed at people with little or no knowledge in different cultures. It aims to bring a broad understanding about the different cultures and the impact that substance misuse has on these communities.
By the end of the course you should be able to:
· Summarise what is meant by ‘culture’ and ‘religion’
· Identify cultural and religious sensitivities
· Examine challenges faced by different communities
· Explore the effects of attitudes and beliefs
· Investigate the support available and how to overcome the barriers communities face in accessing services
Voluntary sector price: £115

Marketing Planning for Managers
2012-10-24 | Baltic House, Cardiff, Baltic House, Cardiff
You may have a brilliant product or service to offer but do the right people know about it? How we engage with customers, whether they are consumers or other organisations, is crucial to our success in the voluntary sector, but few of us have the resources to employ marketing specialists.This one-day WCVA course will help you improve your understanding of marketing, taking you through what is involved in the whole marketing process, from analysing your products and services, identifying target markets and choosing appropriate marketing tools.
Find out more about the course on the WCVA website.

Meet Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu
2012-10-24 | City Hall, Cardiff, City Hall, Cardiff
Evening Dinner and Reception
Undeb Africa (Solidarity Africa) is three charities based in South Wales that work alongside the amazing women of Africa to support them in transforming their lives.
All the charities work on integrated programmes to ensure a sustainable and empowered future for the women and children they exist to support. The three charities are Positive Women, African Mothers Foundation International and New Direction for Congo.
For individual tickets, please email sjllew@hotmail.com and to book a table, please email roy@positifgroup.co.uk – alternatively, you can book online here.

Mental Health First Aid
2012-10-24 - 2012-10-25 | Jasmine Enterprise Centre, Cardiff, Jasmine Enterprise Centre, Cardiff
This course is run by Diverse Cymru and helps you 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.
Price: £110.
Find out more on the Diverse Cymru website.

Your heritage say
2012-10-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Heol Awst Chapel, Lammas Street, Carmarthen, Heol Awst Chapel, Lammas Street, Carmarthen
Cadw in partnership, with the WCVA, is holding a number of drop-in events around Wales to discuss proposed changes to the way we protect our heritage in Wales, as part of the development of a new Heritage Protection Bill. They are interested in hearingwhat is important to you.
Drop in to the following events at any time between 10am and 3pm to make your views heard. Cadw will be giving a short overview of progress to date at 11am and 2pm, but people will be at hand at all times to discuss the future of the protection of heritage assets in Wales.

Diverse Cymru Open Day
2012-10-24 13:00 - 16:00 | 3rd Floor, Alexandra House, 307-315 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF5 1JD, 3rd Floor, Alexandra House, 307-315 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF5 1JD
Diverse Cymru will be opening its doors to service users and partners for one afternoon only!
There will be an opportunity to have a look around our relatively new offices and meet the staff. The office is wheelchair friendly, and you are welcome to visit and find out more about what they’re up to. Food and refreshments will be available.

Hustings event with the candidates for the Police and Crime Commissioner role
2012-10-24 15:30 - 17:30 | Orbit Business Centre, Merthyr Tydfil, Orbit Business Centre, Merthyr Tydfil
This will be your opportunity to hear the candidates’ manifestos, and to ensure that they are each influenced as to the role that the third sector can play in supporting community safety.
Light refreshments will be available.To register your interest, please email enquiries@vamt.net or telephone 01685 353900, stating the name of your organisation (and yours), and your contact details.To maximise third sector engagement, please note that places will be limited to two per organisation.This event is supported by WCVA in conjunction with Voluntary Councils across the South Wales Police Authority area.

Religion and Belief, Discrimination and Equality: A Decade of Change?
2012-10-25 10:00 - 17:00 | University Hall and Conference Centre, Birchwood Road, Penylan, Cardiff CF23 5YB, University Hall and Conference Centre, Birchwood Road, Penylan, Cardiff CF23 5YB
You are invited to a special FREE workshop, sponsored by C3SC in partnership with the University of Derby and People Can.Over the past three years the Belief, Discrimination and Equality research project at the University of Derby has built on research carried out over ten years ago, to examine how people’s views and reported experiences of unfair treatment on the basis of religion or belief may have changed over the decade.The workshop will give you an opportunity to discuss how far the project’s preliminary findings resonate with your organisation’s experience and will also highlight anything you think may have been missed.
Please note that places are limited and booking is essential. To find out more and book your FREE place, visit www.derby.ac.uk/knowledge-exchange-workshops

Cancer Research Wales screening of the new James Bond film 'Skyfall'
2012-10-25 19:00 - 22:00 | Cineworld, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff, Cineworld, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff
Screening of the new James Bond film ‘Skyfall’. Drinks Reception, Entertainment & After Party. Before General Release.
Dress Code: Dress to impress/Lounge Suit
Tickets Available From Cancer Research Wales. Tickets £25.00
Tel: 029 2031 6976

Sing Africa
2012-10-25 | Banewell Community Centre, St Mary Street, Newport, Banewell Community Centre, St Mary Street, Newport
Celebrating Black History Month
FREE Zimbabwean singing workshop – led by Grassroots Theatre Company of Bulawyo. Organised by Newport Community Voices Association.
Find out more about Black History Month here.

Due Regard Training: Wales Observatory
2012-10-26 14:00 - 16:30 | Swansea University, Swansea University
Postponed until further notice
Following a very successful first training session on due regard, Swansea University has fixed a date for a second training event. The price is £50 per participant (maximum 25 participants). They will be considering the meaning of ‘due regard’ and how the Welsh Ministers should approach the discharge of their due regard duty under Section 1 of the Rights of Children and Young Persons (Wales) Measure 2011. The workshop will also examine what might be the implications for law and policy making in Wales (including implications for the local government and NGO sectors). The session includes a practical workshop session in which we will consider a recent policy or legislative proposal from the Welsh Government from a due regard perspective.
If you would like to book on to this training, please send an email to Wales.Observatory@swansea.ac.uk with the words Due Regard Training in the subject line and you will receive information and a booking form.

Cardiff Riverfest Oktoberfest
2012-10-26 | Llandaff Rugby Club, Llandaff Rugby Club
Amateur Beer Festival
Competition entries welcome – minimum of 20 pints to be judged on the day.

'Africa Calling' - an inspirational show for all ages
2012-10-27 | Community House, Eton Road, Newport, Community House, Eton Road, Newport
Celebrating Black History Month – with traditional Zimbabwean dance, music, rhythm and song.
Tickets: £4 (concessions: £3)
Find out more about Black History Month here.

Learning the lessons from the Ageing Well programme in England
2012-10-29 | Mecure Cardiff, Holland House Hotel, Cardiff, Mecure Cardiff, Holland House Hotel, Cardiff
A one day workshop for public agencies in WalesThis interactive workshop will share the practical experience of the Ageing Well programme and help participants to develop their thinking about the steps that their councils can take as part of the new Ageing Well in Wales programme.
With a rapidly ageing society there is a need for increasing the pace of strategic and local action to promote positive approaches to preparing for an ageing society.The Local Government Association’s recent Ageing Well programme has been working with councils to help them to prepare for an ageing society. As part of that work it has demonstrated effective ways of promoting the health and well-being of older people through taking a ‘place-based’ approach which focuses on supporting community assets. It has also piloted new ways of developing dementia-friendly communities.

This workshop will be particularly useful for:• elected members• chief executives• senior managers• leisure services• housing• corporate policy• community development and regeneration

Issues to be covered will include:• Locality approaches to well-being• Influencing the public health agenda• Understanding ‘place-based’ approaches• Making the shift to ‘asset-based’ thinking• Conducting an asset mapping process• Developing dementia-friendly communities• Raising awareness of the new partnership programme, Ageing Well in Wales, and how local agencies can get involved

South Indian Classical Dance
2012-10-29 15:00 - 16:00 | MEWN Cymru 2nd Floor, 113–116 Chamber of Commerce Building, Bute Street, Cardiff CF10 5EQ, MEWN Cymru 2nd Floor, 113–116 Chamber of Commerce Building, Bute Street, Cardiff CF10 5EQ
Come to learn ‘Bharatanatyam’
A traditional South Indian Classical Dance to unleash your spiritual power and a path to discover a new way of healthy life style.Come and learn from the Qualified dancer and teacher “MRS.REKHA GIRISH” being organised by MEWN CYMRU in partnership with “THE MENTOR RING”.
Attend a FREE two-day workshop on Indian Classical Dance and introduction of Carnatic Music(South Indian Classical Music). The second workshop is tomorrow, 30th October.

Advice Providers' Network meeting
2012-10-30 09:30 - 11:00 | Speakeasy Advice Centre,166 Richmond Road, Cardiff, Speakeasy Advice Centre,166 Richmond Road, Cardiff
Advice Providers’ Network is a network of all organisations in Cardiff who deliver advice to the public on any issue. This meeting is the first meeting since the end of the BDO review of advice services in Cardiff. Agenda to be announced.

C3SC Training: Food Safety in Catering (Level 2)
2012-10-30 09:30 - 17:00 | C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff, CF24 0EB, C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff, CF24 0EB
Fully booked
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

Price: There will be a minimum charge of £40 which will include the course certificate.

Preventing Christmas debt
2012-10-31 | Hi Tide Inn, Porthcawl, Hi Tide Inn, Porthcawl
As the cost of living increases and welfare changes bite deeper, it is more important than ever that people know what support isavailable to help them manage or regain control of their finances.This Shelter Cymru one-day seminar will examine strategies and practical ideas for housing managers, advisers, tenants and service users.It will focus on workshops offering ideas, examples of current good practice and opportunities for delegates to build new partnerships that will be of benefit to all.You can book your place via the Shelter Cymru website or by emailing Mark Lacey at the email address below.
Price: £65

Multicultural Health and Well-being Day
2012-10-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Cardiff YMCA, The Walk, Roath, Cardiff, Cardiff YMCA, The Walk, Roath, Cardiff
The Welsh Ambulance Service is holding this FREE event in partnership with the Henna Foundation.
There will be:
– Information on local services – Blood pressure checks – Refreshments – … and much more

Welsh BME Leaders' Health Event
2012-11-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Asthma UK Cymru, 3rd Floor, Eastgate House, Newport Road, Cardiff CF24 0AB, Asthma UK Cymru, 3rd Floor, Eastgate House, Newport Road, Cardiff CF24 0AB
South Asians are three times more likely and black people twice as likely to have an emergency hospital admission for their asthma compared to those in the white population.
– Key issues for BME people relating to asthma – What Asthma UK wants to achieve in Wales – Key priorities for leaders – Action planning – Refreshments – Meet key asthma specialists – Join a programme to reduce health inequalities

For more information and to book a place, contact:
Amit Popat – phone: 07920 876765 or email: consultwithamit@gmail.com
Chris Atwell – phone: (029) 2043 5400 or email: catwell@asthma.org.uk
