BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://c3sc.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20140330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20141026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20150329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20151025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20160327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20161030T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150211 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150113T115702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150113T115702Z UID:47272-1423526400-1423612799@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Creative Care Planning DESCRIPTION:A NewLink Wales training course \nThere’s a vast amount of evidence showing that a good care plan can significantly improve outcomes for people who have substance misuse problems. However\, many practitioners and service users have become disillusioned with this process and often see it as a tokenistic paperwork exercise. It doesn’t have to be! Through Creative Care Planning we challenge the old way of doing things and incorporate various creative methods to inspire our service users through care planning.FULLY FUNDED SPACES AVAILABLE TO PRACTITIONERS WORKING WITHIN CARDIFF AND THE VALE OF GLAMORGAN \n The course includes full facilitation\, handouts\, refreshments and a small buffet lunch. \nBy the end of the course participants will have developed skills and knowledge in:  \n\nWhat best practice guidelines say about care planning and how to apply it\nWhat commissioners need from care planning\nHow to internally audit your own care plans\nHow to apply engaging methods in care planning\nHow to have fun while care planning!\nHow to implement this in your service\n\n All of the Newlink Wales courses are designed within National Occupational standards. \n If you would like to book onto the course\, please complete the booking form from this link: http://www.newlinkwales.org.uk/docs/trainingBookingForm.docx or contact NewLink Wales on (029) 2052 9002 or info@newlinkwales.org.uk URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/creative-care-planning-3/ LOCATION:NewLink Wales\, Meridian Court\, North Road\, Cardiff CF14 3BE\, NewLink Wales\, Meridian Court\, North Road\, Cardiff CF14 3BE CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150212 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141023T094004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141023T094004Z UID:47148-1423526400-1423699199@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid (Wales) DESCRIPTION:Two-day Diverse Cymru course\nMHFA (Wales) is a 12 hour course which is funded and supported by the Welsh Government and its partners include the Public Health Wales\, Health Challenge Wales and Mind Cymru. MHFA is in 21 countries in the world. The idea of MHFA is that people should be taught how to perform basic ‘first aid’ for those exhibiting signs of mental distress\, just as they are commonly taught first aid for physical problems. 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. \nFind out more at http://www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/mental-health-first-aid/ URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/mental-health-first-aid-wales-18/ LOCATION:Maldron Hotel\, Cardiff\, Maldron Hotel\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150210T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150112T150206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150112T150206Z UID:47266-1423562400-1423569600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Charity of the Year: How to get started\, the pitfalls and the positives! DESCRIPTION:An Institute of Fundraising event \n“National Charity Partnerships are not the only way to receive support from business. Companies of all sizes across Wales have lots to gain from working with us in the third sector\, and as great fundraisers\, it’s up to us to show them how to make the most of this opportunity. This interactive session will look at how to work successfully with business\, how to get started\, the pitfalls\, and most importantly\, the positives!” \nBook online URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/charity-of-the-year-how-to-get-started-the-pitfalls-and-the-positives/ LOCATION:Institute of Fundraising Cymru\, 21 Cathedral Road\, Cardiff CF11 9HA\, Institute of Fundraising Cymru\, 21 Cathedral Road\, Cardiff CF11 9HA CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150210T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150210T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141127T143203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141127T143203Z UID:47224-1423573200-1423584000@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness in Safeguarding Children DESCRIPTION:A half-day Children in Wales course  \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nThis course will include: \n\nChild protection through a cultural lens\nCultural perspectives on parenting in immigrant families arriving in Wales\nFemale Genital Mutilation\, ‘Honour’ Violence\, Forced Marriage\, Abuse Linked to a Belief in Witchcraft\nPromoting positive parenting in immigrant families\n\nCost: Members £55  Non members £70Book online via the Children in Wales website. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/cultural-awareness-in-safeguarding-children-5/ LOCATION:Cardiff\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150211T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150211T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141210T144838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141210T144838Z UID:47249-1423648800-1423659600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:South East Wales Participation Network event DESCRIPTION:Free event \nMany established and emerging online tools are completely free to set up and use so it’s an excellent way to engage and be productive without breaking the bank – but which tools do you find the most effective for your organisation’s engagement work? In the Participation Cymru’s regional participation network in February we will discuss and explore how organisations are using online tools to communicate\, share and engage with each other\, services users and members of the public. We will also explore any potential barriers to using online tools\, the pros and cons of different platforms and managing difficult situations. These events have a limited number of spaces available and fill up quickly\, book now and don’t miss out! \nThe regional participation networks are suitable for anyone working in the field of participation and citizen engagement. Attendees come from a range of different organisations in the public and third sector that focus on a variety of issues. The events are suitable for anyone from any level within an organisation that has an interest in practical participatory work\, including consultation officers\, trustees\, volunteers\, development workers and managers. These practitioner networks are lively\, participatory workshops which provide an opportunity for peers to engage\, share and support each other. \nThey provide an invaluable opportunity to: \n\nMeet other practitioners in your area\nShare good practice\nShare ideas\nProblem solve\nDevelop participatory skills\nAcquire new skills URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/south-east-wales-participation-network-event/ LOCATION:To be confirmed.\, To be confirmed. CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150211T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150211T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141003T182359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141003T182359Z UID:47103-1423648800-1423670400@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:C3SC Training: Skills for Working with Communities DESCRIPTION:  \nThis course explores ways to work with your community more effectively. Many organisations seek to work closely with communities to improve local services and opportunities. Sometimes it can be difficult to get community members involved. During this session you will discover how to overcome barriers to participation – creating strong\, inclusive campaigns and services. You will gain skills to engage community members and learn how to get people working together to improve their community. \nThis course will enable you to: \n\nConsider power relationships in communities and their impact on community members\nLook at the varying levels of participation in community work\, and identify when each is appropriate\nIdentify barriers and incentives to participation\, including strategies for overcoming the barriers\nConsider the positives and negatives of networking\nIdentify pitfalls in community meetings and the role of the community development worker in facilitating them\nLook at our own speaking and listening skills\n\n  \nPrice of training: \nIndividual member: FREE \nC3SC or CVC member with annual income below £25\,000: FREE \nC3SC or CVC member with annual income of £25\,000 or above: £40 \nNon-member voluntary organisation: £80 \nStatutory organisation: £120 \n  \n  \nRegistration from 9.45am URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/c3sc-training-skills-for-working-with-communities/ LOCATION:C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB.\, C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB. CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150211T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150128T133429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T133429Z UID:47313-1423659600-1423666800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Student Finance Talk DESCRIPTION:The student finance entitlement of new students will vary depending on individual situations. If you are thinking about becoming a full-time or part-time student\, Cardiff Metropolitan University can offer advice on the financial support that you may be entitled to\, where you need to go to apply for it\, how to apply and when you should apply. \nTo book\, email wideningaccess@cardiffmet.ac.uk URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/student-finance-talk/ LOCATION:Ely Hub\, Cowbridge Road West\, Ely\, Cardiff CF5 5BQ\, Ely Hub\, Cowbridge Road West\, Ely\, Cardiff CF5 5BQ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150213 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141126T095932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141126T095932Z UID:47217-1423699200-1423785599@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Introduction to Autism Spectrum conditions - children and young people DESCRIPTION:This is a one-day Learning Disability Wales course to develop your understanding of autism spectrum conditions in children and young people.\nThis course is targeted at anyone who comes into contact with children who are on the autism spectrum. It will help those who wish to develop their understanding of children on the autism spectrum. \nAfter this course you will recognise the main characteristics of behaviour for children on the autism spectrum\, understand the range of the spectrum and understand the need to backup spoken language. \nThe workshop will introduce practical approaches alongside theoretical principles. This course is interactive with opportunities for discussion and questions. \nClick here to see more information and to make an online booking. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/introduction-to-autism-spectrum-conditions-children-and-young-people-2/ LOCATION:Swansea\, Swansea CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150213 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141202T171758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141202T171758Z UID:47233-1423699200-1423785599@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Working with alcohol related brain injury DESCRIPTION:This NewLink Wales course is aimed at people working in services that see individuals who drink excessively and are therefore at risk of alcohol related brain injuries. It will explore the necessary skills to recognise potential or established Alcohol Related Brain Injury (ARBI)\, to be able to work with individuals with this condition and make appropriate referral through assessment and care. \nBy the end of this course participants will be able to explain the common disorders associated with ARBI and recognise the symptoms of the potential for\, or established ARBI. Participants will also be able to plan for the immediate actions necessary and select brief assessment tools that can be used to increase the recognition and management of individuals at risk of ARBI. Lastly they will be able to understand the intensive assessment\, treatment and ongoing care required to ensure that individuals suffering from this condition are appropriately managed. \nVoluntary Sector £135.00\, Statutory Sector £145.00 \nTo book onto the course or for further information contact NewLink Wales on: Telephone: 029 2052 9002 or email info@newlinkwales.org.uk or visit www.newlinkwales.org.uk URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/working-with-alcohol-related-brain-injury-2/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150214 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141106T133633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141106T133633Z UID:47188-1423699200-1423871999@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Free Dogs in the Community Training DESCRIPTION:For all councils\, housing associations\, police and other organisations working in the community. \nThis specialist training is being delivered by the Dogs Trust and is for employees who deal with dogs or their owners on a regular basis. \nDay One time: 10am to 4.30pm (lunch and refreshments provided) \nDay Two time: 10am to 1pm (refreshments provided) \nTo find out more or to book your place\, email Sian Edwards\, Community and Education Manager Wales\, at sian.edwards@dogstrust.org.uk or call Sian on 07932 114534. \n  \n  URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/free-dogs-in-the-community-training/ LOCATION:Village Hotel\, Off Fabian Way\, Swansea\, Village Hotel\, Off Fabian Way\, Swansea CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150214 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141202T172205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141202T172205Z UID:47234-1423699200-1423871999@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Substance Misuse Awareness DESCRIPTION:Limited number of fully funded spaces available to practitioners working within Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan \nAt a small additional charge\, this 2-day NewLink Wales course can be accredited through Agored Cymru gaining 3 credits and level 3 on the Quality Assured Lifelong Learning Framework for Wales. This course is aimed at people with little or no knowledge of substance misuse. The course will describe the most commonly misused categories of substances and list the effects of alcohol and the risks associated with alcohol misuse. In addition will describe different patterns of substance misuse and discuss the range of service provision available. \nVoluntary Sector £140.00\, Statutory Sector £150.00 \nTo book onto the course or for further information contact NewLink Wales on: Telephone: 029 2052 9002 or email info@newlinkwales.org.uk or visit www.newlinkwales.org.uk URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/substance-misuse-awareness-7/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150212T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150212T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150112T162542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150112T162542Z UID:47268-1423731600-1423744200@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:POVA Level 2 - Safeguarding Adults DESCRIPTION:A morning of innovative delivery of safeguarding training – hosted by Cardiff Council\nAFTA Thought Training ‘Safeguarding Adults: It’s everybody’s business’ \nThe protection of vulnerable adults against psychological\, sexual\, emotional\, physical and financial abuse is powerfully explored in this unique interactive workshop. \nSessions are designed around carefully researched case studies exploring situations which have led to the abuse of adults. We use drama and discussion to approach the issues faced by frontlinestaff and managers in an accessible way\, inspiring and shaping new conversations about how best to respond in situations where adults are at risk.Drawing directly from National and Local Safeguarding Policies and Procedures for Adults\, Dignity in Care guidance and the Serious Case Review into the death of Steven Hoskin\, the three-hourworkshop develops essential awareness of the individual roles and responsibilities of all staff and managers with regard to:· Recognising Abuse· Reporting Abuse· Preventing Abuse \nWe are passionate about the live experience and our skilled actors and facilitators create scenarios which challenge perceptions and communicate critical messages with lasting impact.By creating a safe\, dynamic training environment\, a range of perspectives and alternative outcomes can be explored. Our goal is to provide frontline staff and managers with the knowledge andconfidence to ensure nothing is missed in their day to day exposure to potential abuse situations.  \nWe deliver training for staff and managers working within the following areas:· Adult Service Providers· Care Homes· Health· Voluntary & Independent Sector· Housing \nTo book\, please email David Brown at DavBrown@Cardiff.gov.uk for a booking form. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/pova-level-2-safeguarding-adults/ LOCATION:Howardian Centre\, Hammond Way\, Penylan\, Cardiff CF23 9NB\, Howardian Centre\, Hammond Way\, Penylan\, Cardiff CF23 9NB CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150212T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150212T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150128T090437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T090437Z UID:47302-1423735200-1423756800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Dealing with Difficult People workshop DESCRIPTION:Run by Crosshands Training\, this practical one-day workshop is aimed at anyone who has to deal with difficult people in the workplace. It could be clients\, partners\, staff\, management or colleagues or simply people who complain when their expectations are not met and whose behaviour becomes aggressive and demanding. In those situations we need to be able to respond effectively and in a controlled manner. This course\, which focuses on how to deal rationally and effectively with difficult people\, is ideal for frontline staff\, team leaders and managers who have direct contact with others either by telephone\, e-mail or face-to-face. \nHow much? \nJust £129 per person if you pay by card when you book. Or £149 if you pay later.  \nComplimentary extras \nIncluded in the rate for your training place\, you will also receive:  \nHot drinks and biscuits throughout the day; \nA light sandwich lunch [if you require something more substantial\, or have special dietary requirements\, you may find it more suitable to make alternative lunch arrangements]; \nA copy of the course PP slides and any relevant hand outs. \nOptional extras \nYou can also add these optional extras:  \nThe course booklet for £8.99  \nA certificate of completion for £4.99.  \nPlease note that all prices quoted are subject to VAT. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/dealing-with-difficult-people-workshop/ LOCATION:Meeting Room\, Holiday Inn Express\, Longuiel Close\, Cardiff CF10 4EE\, Meeting Room\, Holiday Inn Express\, Longuiel Close\, Cardiff CF10 4EE CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150212T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150212T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150128T093224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T093224Z UID:47304-1423742400-1423749600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Forum for activities co-ordinators plus managers and owners of residential care services DESCRIPTION:Continuing on from a series of successful meetings\, Cardiff Council has arranged another session for activity co-ordinators and those with an interest in activities to come along and share good practice & resources. \nEmail Jayne Farr at SCWDP@Cardiff.gov.uk for a booking form. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/forum-for-activities-co-ordinators-plus-managers-and-owners-of-residential-care-services/ LOCATION:The Gate\, Keppoch Street (off City Road)\, Cardiff\, The Gate\, Keppoch Street (off City Road)\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150213T084500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150213T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150202T115603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150202T115603Z UID:47325-1423817100-1423823400@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Cardiff Children\, Young People and Families Network event DESCRIPTION:The Cardiff Children\, Young People and Families Network events provide a great opportunity to meet with other people in this field – to share ideas and good practice\, and to keep abreast of latest news and developments. \nGuest speaker: Simon Morris\, Cardiff Council \nThird sector ‘hot spot’: Cardiff Women’s Aid – Steph Healey URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/cardiff-children-young-people-and-families-network-event/ LOCATION:C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB.\, C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB. CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150217T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150217T235959 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150128T094354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T094354Z UID:47305-1424183400-1424217599@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Family Interactive Matinee DESCRIPTION:Join National Dance Company Wales at the Dance House to meet their dancers in a fun interactive session designed with families in mind. Ideal for children aged 7+\, your child can dance on stage with the dancers\, ask questions and learn excerpts from the Company’s current repertoire.  \nAs part of this experience\, you also get to watch And Then I Stop\, performed by the NDCWales Associates with full light\, sound and costume. The NDCWales Associates are a group of aspiring young dancers\, who train with the company at weekends to focus on improving their technique and to prepare them to audition for the major dance conservatoires. For any young person passionate about getting involved with dance\, this is a great taster for the possibilities that dance can offer. \nThe whole experience is lively\, open\, relaxed and a great introduction to contemporary dance. To learn more\, contact Jocelyn on (029) 2063 5612 or email participation@ndcwales.co.uk   \nFind out more and book online URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/family-interactive-matinee/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150218T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150218T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141030T111914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141030T111914Z UID:47181-1424253600-1424277000@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Universal Credit DESCRIPTION:This one-day Child Poverty Action Group course examines how the new benefit will work and the likely effect on claimants. \nTopics covered include: \n\nthe aims of universal credit;\nwhen and how it will be introduced;\nwhich benefits it will replace and which will remain;\nwho will be able to claim it;\nhow it will be calculated;\nclaims\, payments and appeals;\nconditionality and sanctions.\n\nPractical exercises and case studies will be used to highlight the main features of universal credit\, and there will be time for discussion of issues and concerns. \nFind out more and book your place. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/universal-credit-8/ LOCATION:Cardiff\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150218T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150218T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150203T162257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150203T162257Z UID:47328-1424286000-1424293200@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Global Justice Cardiff Launch DESCRIPTION:The anti-poverty and social justice campaigning group World Development Movement (WDM) Cardiff is relaunching as Global Justice Cardiff. The relaunch gives the organisation the opportunity to reinvigorate their local campaigning work. WDM has worked on issues of poverty and injustice for over 40 years. In its new incarnation as Global Justice Now\, the organisation will continue to campaign for a world where resources are controlled by the many\, not the few\, and will work in solidarity with social movements to fight injustice. \nGlobal Justice Cardiff is holding a launch event and and you are invited to attend to discuss Global Justice Now’s campaigning on issues including trade\, energy and food\, and meet campaigners and activists\, including Nick Dearden\, the Director of Global Justice Now and Luciana Ghiotto from Attac Argentina. \nFood and drinks will be provided\, and all are welcome. For more information on Global Justice Cardiff\, email globaljusticecardiff@gmail.com URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/global-justice-cardiff-launch/ LOCATION:Chapter Arts Centre\, Canton\, Cardiff\, Chapter Arts Centre\, Canton\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150220 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150128T151101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T151101Z UID:47317-1424304000-1424390399@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Using the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards in Adult Social Care DESCRIPTION:Half-day session run by Cardiff Council \nThere are two half-day sessions to choose from: \nMorning – 9.30am to 12.30pm \nAfternoon – 1.30pm to 4.30pm \n(Participants should aim to arrive up to 15 minutes before the session in order to register and avail themselves of refreshments). \nTarget group: Care assistants/support workers\, supervisors and managers working in social care. \nThe aim of this workshop based session is to set out the requirements of the deprivation of Liberty safeguards in adult social care. \nThe workshop will use case studies from social care to illustrate how the safeguards would apply in practice. \nObjectives \nAt the end of this workshop participants will be able to: \n\nOutline the background to the safeguards and why they are necessary in adult social care.\nRecall their duty to consult the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards code of practice\nList the key roles in the deprivation of liberty safeguards process\nIdentify service users who are at risk of being deprived of their liberty\nExplain the process of making an application for a standard authorisation\nDemonstrate when an application for an urgent authorisation must be made\nSet out the six requirements that need to be met for a deprivation of liberty to be authorised under the safeguards\nDescribe the action that can be taken should a service user subject to the safeguards leave the premises without permission\nHighlight the limits of a deprivation of liberty safeguard\nDescribe when a request for a review of an authorisation should be made\n\nState the conditions for ending a deprivation of liberty safeguard authorisation. \nCertificates will only be issued to participants who attend the full session. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/using-the-mental-capacity-act-2005-deprivation-of-liberty-safeguards-in-adult-social-care/ LOCATION:Novotel\, Atlantic Wharf\, Cardiff\, Novotel\, Atlantic Wharf\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150219T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150219T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141030T112315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141030T112315Z UID:47182-1424340000-1424363400@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Personal Independence Payment DESCRIPTION:This full-day Child Poverty Action Group course for advisers will examine the replacement of disability living allowance (DLA) for adults by a new ‘personal independence payment’ (PIP) from April 2013. Fully updated the course includes the final version of the PIP assessment regulations published in November 2012.   \nPIP will replace DLA for working age clients from  April 2013 onwards. With a different  structure to DLA and a completely new assessment criteria this course is essential for anyone advising  sick or disabled clients. The course uses practical examples to enable advisers to identify who can qualify for PIP and how they will be assessed. \nThe course covers: \n\nwho can claim PIP\nthe structure of  the benefit\nthe assessment criteria and process;\nclaims\, awards and appeals;\nthe migration of existing DLA claimants onto PIP.\n\nNOTE:  The course is suitable for anyone wanting to get to grips with the detail of PIP\, including experienced advisers who want to update their knowledge. \nBook online URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/personal-independence-payment-6/ LOCATION:Cardiff\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150221 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141003T182359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141003T182359Z UID:47104-1424390400-1424476799@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Making Reasonable Adjustments for Disabled Workers and Customers DESCRIPTION:A Diverse Cymru training course\nWhy attend? \nIt will assist you to: \n\nrecognise when you need to make reasonable adjustments\nbe confident in your interactions with disabled staff and customers when considering reasonable adjustments\nunderstand which adjustments may be reasonable\n\nWho should attend? \nThis course is suitable for anyone with a management\, human resources or occupational health role\, trade union representatives\, disabled workers and job seekers and service providers. \n  \nFind out more and book via the Diverse Cymru website. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/making-reasonable-adjustments-for-disabled-workers-and-customers-3/ LOCATION:Glamorgan Archives\, Cardiff\, Glamorgan Archives\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150224 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150113T154511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150113T154511Z UID:47280-1424649600-1424735999@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:An Overview of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 DESCRIPTION:A one-day Children in Wales course \nThis introductory course will provide a comprehensive background to the key principles and intentions of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014\, whilst also focusing on the main policy issues and the impact upon children\, young people and their families. \nThe Act\, which came into force in April 2014\, will have a major impact upon all users of social services in Wales. The preamble to the Act describes its purpose as: \n‘An Act of the National Assembly for Wales to reform social services law; to make provision about improving the well-being outcomes for people who need care and support and carers who need support; to make provision about co-operation and partnership by public authorities with a view to improving the well-being of people; to make provision about complaints relating to social care and palliative care; and for connected purposes.’ [1 May 2014]\nThe programme will cover: \nMorning session  \n\nHistorical and policy background to the Act\nWhat is well-being?\nCitizen centred services\nThe outcomes framework\nSocial services functions\nThe changing role of the Third Sector and Social Enterprise\n\nAfternoon session  \n\nAssessing and meeting needs of children\, young people and their families\nLooked after and accommodated children and young people\nSafeguarding\nCo-operation and partnership\nAdvocacy\n\nThe course is aimed at anyone requiring knowledge of the intended changes planned under the new Act. The information will be of interest to those directly delivering services and also in terms of understanding the Welsh public policy evolving under the Act. \nAbout the Trainer \nMike Lewis qualified as a social worker in 1986. Between 1986 and 1995 he worked in Children’s Services\, specialising in working with looked after children and in child protection. He has held a number of management posts with Action for Children\, Save the Children and Children in Wales. Mike was CEO of the Welsh Refugee Council between 2007 and 2013 and now runs his own consultancy Hawliau. Hawliau focuses on ethics\, values and rights within public services. Mike is also a part-time lecturer in Social Work and Social Policy at Cardiff University. \nMike is a registered social worker with a B.Sc. in Psychology\, a MA in Social Policy\, and a Postgrad Certificate in Management and is current undertaking a part-time doctorate. \nHe is a former trustee of WCVA and Linc Housing Association and is currently Chair of Cardiff and Vale Children’s Contact Centre.  \nCost:  Members £115  Non-members £135  \nFind out more and book online. \nThis course is also offered as in-house training\, please contact hannah.sharp@childreninwales.org.uk for more information. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/an-overview-of-the-social-services-and-well-being-wales-act-2014-2/ LOCATION:Carmarthen\, Carmarthen CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150225 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150119T144743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150119T144743Z UID:47283-1424649600-1424822399@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Social media for all community groups DESCRIPTION:  \nShare\, Learn and Link \nFind out more about this event by following this link. \n20 funded places available. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/social-media-for-all-community-groups/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150225 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150112T161441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150112T161441Z UID:47267-1424736000-1424822399@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Winning deals - how to pitch your charity to companies DESCRIPTION:This WCVA course aims to take the mystery out of fundraising from companies and equip delegates with a simple and effective tool kit to enable them to secure support from companies of any size. This entry level session will introduce delegates to the key processes involved in sponsorship and corporate donations\, and will provide concrete plans for developing strong sponsorship propositions that work in the “real world”. Find out more and book your place by following the link below:\nhttp://www.wcva.org.uk/training-and-events/training-detail-page?courseId=2013 URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/winning-deals-how-to-pitch-your-charity-to-companies/ LOCATION:Wales Council for Voluntary Action – Cardiff\, Wales Council for Voluntary Action - Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150225 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150119T153535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150119T153535Z UID:47284-1424736000-1424822399@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:The new SORP – what’s changed? / Protecting your Charity from Risk and Fraud DESCRIPTION:WCVA’s seminar double header delivered by Watts Gregory LLP aimed at charity trustees. Come in the morning and stay for lunch; come for lunch and attend the afternoon session\, or just make a day of it – the choice is yours! \nFind out more and book your place for the morning and/or afternoon session(s). URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/the-new-sorp-whats-changed-protecting-your-charity-from-risk-and-fraud/ LOCATION:Cardiff\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150225 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150122T085323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150122T085323Z UID:47291-1424736000-1424822399@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Early Intervention for Children and Families Conference DESCRIPTION:Capita Conferences is holding its annual conference on 24th February. With expert speakers from theThe Early Intervention Foundation\, Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner South Wales and Barnardo’s Cymru\, this essential event will help you to ensure you are intervening at the timeliest moment in a family’s life. Capita is offering a special discount for this event – attend with a colleague from your local area and receive 20% off both places\, or book 3 places and receive a 25% discount* \nThis important event will address effective strategies to identify and target families for the right services\, including through a pre-emptive early years approach and establishing strong links through the school setting. Key topics to be explored include: \n\nHow partnership working can ensure whole family support\nUnderstanding the impact of poor housing on mental health and the need for clear signposting to mental health services\nThe role of the third sector in supporting statutory services\n\nFor a full list of speakers\, benefits of attending and a detailed programme of the day\, please download the brochure at http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/public-sector-conferences/detail/article/early-intervention-for-children-and-families-conference.html?code=EMMM or visit http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/pdfgen.html?filename=EarlyInterventionforChildrenandFamiliesinWalesBrochure.pdf&code=EMMM \n When booking\, please quote Booking Source Code EMMM and select Multi20 for 20% off two places\, or Multi25 for 25% off three places. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/early-intervention-for-children-and-families-conference/ LOCATION:Cardiff\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150226 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20141202T172338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141202T172338Z UID:47235-1424736000-1424908799@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing DESCRIPTION:This popular evidence based approach has been around for nearly 30 years and been taken up by a wide range of practitioners in health and social care fields. \nThe NewLink Wales course will provide a clear understanding of the goals\, concepts\, processes and skills of Motivational Interviewing\, along with a chance to practice the skills with pre-prepared scenarios and your own material. Furthermore it provides an opportunity to identify\, distinguish and encourage the types of language that predict behaviour change whilst offering a chance to explore how workers and clients contribute to discord in the relationship (formerly described as ‘resistance’). Lastly it will enable individuals to reflect on the different types of settings and behaviour changes this approach can be utilised with and enable an opportunity to evaluate the potential effectiveness of applying this approach in your work. \nTo book onto the course or for further information contact NewLink Wales on: Telephone: 029 2052 9002 or email info@newlinkwales.org.uk or visit www.newlinkwales.org.uk URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/motivational-interviewing-2/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150224T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150224T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150119T154446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150119T154446Z UID:47287-1424768400-1424781000@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Construction and Demolition Waste Guidance workshop DESCRIPTION:A morning to help shape future Welsh Government guidance on Construction and Demolition Waste.\nYour input will help the Welsh Government to develop practical and useful publicly-available resources for the Welsh construction industry. \nInstead of making regulations on Site Waste Management Plans\, the Welsh Government is looking to develop guidance that will help businesses in the construction industry to save money and through reducing the amount of waste we produce\, lessen our impact on our environment in Wales. \nTeas\, coffees and lunch will be provided. \nThe workshop is free to attend\, and will provide a chance to have your say and shape guidance and templates for Wales. \nRegistration: 8.45am URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/construction-and-demolition-waste-guidance-workshop/ LOCATION:Welsh Government office\, Cathays Park (Blue Room)\, Cardiff CF10 3NQ\, Welsh Government office\, Cathays Park (Blue Room)\, Cardiff CF10 3NQ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150224T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150224T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150219T092937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150219T092937Z UID:47376-1424802600-1424809800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Raymond Williams Memorial Lecture DESCRIPTION:This event is part of NIACE Cymru’s Festival of Dangerous Ideas\, which is encouraging people to come up with new ideas for promoting learning at all ages but with a focus on adult learning in Wales. \nWe are delighted to announce\, that as part of the Festival\, we will be reviving the Annual Raymond Williams Memorial Lecture\, in partnership with the Open University in Wales. \nOn 24th February 2015\, Deputy Minister for Technology and Skills\, Julie James AM\, will host the lecture\, which will this year be delivered by Dr. Tom Schuller – author of Learning Through Life: The Inquiry into the Future of Lifelong Learning. Tom will offer his dangerous ideas on adult education\, and explore some of the ideas presented in the inquiry into lifelong learning\, asking were they dangerous enough and whether they are still relevant six years on. \nThe event will take place from 6.30pm at the National Museum for Wales’ stunning Reardon Smith Lecture Theatre\, with refreshments available at the reception event beforehand. \nPlaces are limited\, so book early to avoid disappointment. \nBook online URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/raymond-williams-memorial-lecture/ LOCATION:Reardon Smith Lecture Theatre\, National Museum for Wales\, Cardiff CF10 3NP\, Reardon Smith Lecture Theatre\, National Museum for Wales\, Cardiff CF10 3NP CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150226 DTSTAMP:20260403T231923 CREATED:20150126T152657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150126T152657Z UID:47294-1424822400-1424908799@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Free Mental Health Awareness training DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Cardiff Mind and organised by Cardiff Council\, this one-day course is for staff and volunteers working in social care. \nThe learning outcomes of the course are: \n\nParticipants will be able to identify the differences between mental health and mental illness\nParticipants will be able to recognise signs and symptoms of mental illnesses\nParticipants will have a broader understanding of depression\, anxiety disorders\, self-injury and psychosis\nParticipants will be introduced to the Recovery Model and will gain a better understanding of its context\nParticipants will be introduced to methods of communication with people who are mentally unwell\nParticipants will be asked to consider their own mental wellbeing and how to stay safe\n\nA Certificate of Attendance will be issued to participants who attend the whole session. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/free-mental-health-awareness-training/ LOCATION:Cardiff Mind\, 166\, Newport Road\, Cardiff. (Map and directions will be sent to participants.)\, Cardiff Mind\, 166\, Newport Road\, Cardiff. (Map and directions will be sent to participants.) CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR