• Cardiff Health and Social Care Network meeting

    Cardiff Old Library Cardiff Old Library

    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.We meet each quarter and this meeting will include an update from the University Health Board about working with...

  • Volunteering in a digital age

    Richard Ley Centre, Swansea Richard Ley Centre, Swansea

    This conference is brought to you by WCVA and Communities 2.0.'Social media, mobile technology, Skype, webinars, apps, the Cloud… What does all this mean? And what’s it got to do with volunteering?'Digital technology is an increasingly emergent force in volunteering, but the rapid pace of this new way of doing things can be unnerving for...

  • Parents First Group Launch

    Canton House, 435 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff CF5 1JH Canton House, 435 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff CF5 1JH

    Cardiff People First is launching its group for parents with a learning disability.They would like to meet with people who want to support the group or become part of it.During the launch there will be: - Presentation by parents - Information on People First - Snacks and drinks provided

  • Introduction to Communication Skills for Advocacy

    Butetown History & Arts Centre, 4 Docks Chambers, Butetown, Cardiff CF10 5AG Butetown History & Arts Centre, 4 Docks Chambers, Butetown, Cardiff CF10 5AG

    This course covers: - Presenting an issue concisely and effectively. - Techniques to improve confidence and clarity of communication. (inc, breathing techniques, pacing speech, eye contact). - Using the voice to command authority and confidence. - Helping client / external party see the situation from different perspectives. - How to question external parties to help...

  • C3SC training: Business and Strategic Planning

    C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff, CF24 0EB C3SC, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff, CF24 0EB

    This course will help you understand the importance and benefits of long-term planning, and provide you with practical resources to plan more effectively. The course is suitable whether you are new to business and strategic planning or wish to gain further insight into planning.   This course will help you to:• Understand the difference between business and...

  • The Charity Commission’s Annual Public Meeting

    Church House, Westminster Church House, Westminster

    The Charity Commission is holding a panel debate under the heading 'Do charities deserve the public trust they enjoy?' as part of its Annual Public meeting.The event will be based on the findings of the Commission’s recently published independent research entitled ‘Public trust and confidence in charities’.The event, to be held at Church House, Westminster,...

  • Cardiff Environment Network meeting

    Plasnewydd Community Centre Plasnewydd Community Centre

    Come along to the re-launch of Cardiff’s Environment Network meeting. We'll be meeting at Plasnewydd Community Gardens and moving on to Plasnewydd Community Centre. If you wish to get involved in this network that is aiming to address a variety of environmental issues, including community transport, community gardens, green spaces, carbon reduction, climate change and...

  • Free Intermediary Training from Turn2Us

    St Mellons Enterprise Centre, 31 Crickhowell Road, St Mellons, Cardiff, CF3 0EX St Mellons Enterprise Centre, 31 Crickhowell Road, St Mellons, Cardiff, CF3 0EX

    Fully booked - another date will be organised soonTurn2us helps anyone in financial need to access the money available to them through welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help, using their website at www.turn2us.org.uk or their freephone telephone helpline.For anyone offering advice and support in an Intermediary role, Turn2us also has additional services and...

  • Welsh Government consultation event

    All Nations Centre, Cardiff All Nations Centre, Cardiff

    The Welsh Government is consulting on proposals for reform of the legislative framework for special educational needs (SEN). The proposals are supported by both the  Minister for Education and Skills and the Minister for Health and Social Services.The consultation was launched on 26/06/2012 and will close on 19/10/2012.The current legislation is over 30 years old...

  • Place2Be Taster Day: Counselling Children Workshop

    Cardiff Cardiff

    This 1-day workshop provides you the opportunity to:• Experience the use of play, creative materials, and games to support counselling and  communication.• Complete the first part of the assessment and interview process for those wishing to apply for the Level 3 in Counselling Skills for Working with Children (Foundation) Course.• Gain in depth knowledge about...

  • ‘Fight Depression – Stuff Stigma’ mental health conference

    Pontypridd YMCA Pontypridd YMCA

    Depression is one of the most common conditions in the UK, directly affecting at least 1 in 3 families. It can affect anyone at any time and at any age. Depression can be life threatening and must be taken seriously. By talking about depression, more people may access the help and support needed to begin...

  • Women in Public Life

    Dockside Room, National Waterfront Museum, Oystermouth Road, Swansea SA1 3RD Dockside Room, National Waterfront Museum, Oystermouth Road, Swansea SA1 3RD

    This is the fourth in a series of seminars the National Assembly for Wales is hosting in partnership with the Equality and Human Rights Commission and the Institute of Welsh Affairs.During the seminar, a panel of influential women will discuss practical solutions for enhancing the representation of women in public life.