C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council

Support Planning for Managers
2012-03-13
BACKGROUND:Support Planning is one of the primary tools used in housing related support. Under Supporting People emphasis is placed on accurate needs assessments, the quality of support plans and the involvement of service users to ensure they receive a service that reflects their needs. TARGET GROUP:This course is intended to benefit:· New line managers in supported housing · Those who wish to review and improve their support planning processes COURSE AIMS:The principal aim of this course is to equip participants with the knowledge and confidence to implement effective support planning in their organisations. COURSE CONTENT:By the end of the course, participants should:· Understand how support planning fits within the Supporting People Framework· Describe the principles underpinning support planning within the current social and political context · Identify the role of the support worker within the support planning process· Identify barriers to participation and how these can be overcome· Develop a person-centred, outcomes approach to support planning · Understand the benefits of support planning to the organisation, support workers and service users ORGANISATIONAL BENEFITS:· Managers aware of good practice in this area · Organisation clear of Supporting People requirements regarding support planning· End result of service users achieving their goals The course will include refreshments. Places will be offered on a first come basis.
Costs: Cymorth members: £45 + VAT Non-members: £65 + VAT
(Including all materials and refreshments)

“Sustainable Energy Best Practice in the European Regions”
2012-03-13 | St Asaph, Optic Glyndwr, St Asaph, Optic Glyndwr
Eco Centre Wales is hosting an exciting double seminar on some of the best examples of sustainable energy developments today. Our European guest speakers will present:
Popularising wind farms – Germany
Biomass power plants – The Netherlands
Successful community consultation – England
Shaping a local ‘deep green’ planning policy – Germany
Heat pumps and geothermal energy – Hungary
A wood fired village heating system – France
Large scale energy efficiency improvements – The Netherlands
Welsh marine energy projects – Wales
The free seminars are designed for local and national government officers and statutory bodies but also open to industry and the third sector.
We are hosting one for North Wales’ authorities and repeating it in South Wales so choose the one most convenient to you. Please note there are a couple of minor programme variations. If you are coming for a specific topic, check it is on the programme at your chosen destination.
This is an open invitation so please DO forward on to colleagues and those to whom it may benefit.
To book (deadline February 29th) and find out more see the invite below and visit our website.
This event is funded as part of a European exchange of expertise programme, RETS, Renewable Energies Transfer System and supported by Glyndwr University, OpTIC Centre.

Citizens Advice - Introduction to debt advice
2012-03-13 09:00 - 2012-03-14 17:00 (Europe/London) | Cardiff, Cardiff
Introduction to debt advice (2 day course)

Cardiff Live Music Club
2012-03-13 | Fairwater Conservative Club, Ely Road, Cardiff CF5 2BY, Fairwater Conservative Club, Ely Road, Cardiff CF5 2BY
Cardiff Live Music Club present Ian House
Ian is a young, extremely talented musician and a former Young Theatre Organist of the Year. He is now a product specialist for Yamaha and in this concert he will be playing his Tyros 4 keyboard/organ setup.
Welcome player: Tony Kerr
Ample parking, licensed bar and a warm welcome

Child Protection/Safeguarding
2012-03-14 00:45 - 16:00 | The Salvation Army, Corporation Road, Grangetown, Cardiff CF11 7AY, The Salvation Army, Corporation Road, Grangetown, Cardiff CF11 7AY
This course is an introduction to child protection and is suitable for anybody working with children or who has contact with children in general. This is a half day course
This course will help you to:– Understand legislation in relation to child protection,– Consider ‘best practice’ in relation to your responsibility for reporting child abuse,– Identify signs of abuse and how to deal with disclosure,– Examine the essential elements of a child protection policy for your organisation.
Please be aware that we can only accept a maximum of two participants per organisation. This course is not open to statutory and private organisations and priority will be given to current full C3SC members. Voluntary organisations that are not currently C3SC members but are based within Cardiff are welcome to apply.

Assertiveness Skills
2012-03-15 | Swansea, Swansea
This 1 day course delivered by Welsh Womens Aid will define assertiveness and help participants understand the implications of using non-assertive behaviour in various situations. Human rights issues and barriers to using assertiveness techniques will be identified.
By the end of the day delegates will understand the influence that peer pressure has on individual behaviour and learn practical assertiveness techniques, leading to the creating of an action plan to implement the techniques.
Costs:WWA members £65 per day, non-members £100 per day10% discount offered when 3 or more places are booked

“Sustainable Energy Best Practice in the European Regions”
2012-03-15 | Swansea University, Swansea University

How to Work with Interpreters
2012-03-15 09:30 - 12:30 | Barnardo’s Cymru Head Office, Trident Court East Moors Road, Cardiff CF24 5TD, Barnardo's Cymru Head Office, Trident Court East Moors Road, Cardiff CF24 5TD
Barnardo’s Neville Street Interpreter Service is facilitating a workshop ‘How to Work with Interpreters’. The course is designed for professionals who need to work with interpreters to enable effective communication with non-English speaking clients/service users.
The course covers: – How to brief an interpreter prior to an appointment – Expectations of an interpreter – Time allowance for interpretation – The Do’s and Don’ts when working with an interpreter – Demonstration on how to work with an interpreter – The importance of clear communication and using a trained interpreter

If you are interested in this workshop for members of your staff group but can’t do the advertised date, a package can be tailored to meet your organisation’s specific needs.

Early Support: Next Steps
2012-03-15 10:30 - 15:30 | The Hilton Hotel, Cardiff, The Hilton Hotel, Cardiff
Early Support is the Welsh Government’s mechanism to improve the quality, consistency and co-ordination of services for disabled children under the age of five and their families.
Early Support Wales was launched in 2009; this is an oppotunity to learn from practice and evaluation from the first three years.
It will provide information on the progress, development and successes of Early Support Wales since its launch. In addition, it will outline how Early Support Wales is going to be carried forward into the future.
Who should attend?Early Years practitioners and managersEducational advisors and managersHealth and social care practitioners and managersParents/carersVoluntary organisations
This event is FREE OF CHARGE. (Please note: a cancellation/non-attendance policy will apply.)
Refreshments will be provided

Understanding Domestic Abuse & Related Services
2012-03-19 - 2012-03-20
This is a 2 day course delivered by Welsh Womens Aid, aimed at professionals and volunteers working with women who are experiencing or who have experienced domestic abuse. By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the dynamics of domestic abuse
Understand the effects of domestic abuse on those who experience it
Understand the relationship between gender roles and domestic abuse
Understand how domestic abuse affects women from different cultures and backgrounds
Understand the main issues of providing an appropriate and sensitive service to women who experience domestic abuse
Costs: WWA members £65 per day Non members £100 per day

Understanding Children Policy
2012-03-21 | Learning Disability Wales, 41 Lambourne Crescent, Llanishen, Cardiff. CF14 5GG, Learning Disability Wales, 41 Lambourne Crescent, Llanishen, Cardiff. CF14 5GG
This one-day course delivered by Learning Disability Wales will help participants understand the range of policies affecting children and young people in Wales. It will help you understand how your work fits into local and regional policies, and will help you to influence their development.After this course delegates will have knowledge of:
– Key policies affecting Children and Young People – How Welsh Assembly Government policy and reports transfer to work at the Local Authority level – How to influence current and future policy – How children and young people participate in changing policy Designed forAnyone working in projects or organisations that work with children and young people with a learning disability. The course is ideal for those who wish to gain an understanding of national policy and how it translates to those working on the ground.
Booking & FeesMembers £135Non members £156Parents / Carers/ Person with learning disability £51To book please contact Learning Disability Wales

Cardiff East Community Health and Well-being event
2012-03-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Eastern Leisure Centre, Rumney, Eastern Leisure Centre, Rumney
Communities First, in partnership with Eastern Leisure Centre and Several Cardiff East Health and Well-being Services, is hosting a FREE event with:
– Free taster exercise and fitness classes (timetable available on the day) – Spin, Kettlebells, Fitball, Dance and more! – Free blood pressure testing (10am – 1pm) and health advice – Outdoor climbing wall – Bike rides around the facility – Sign up for a Max. Card for free (proof of benefit entitlement must be shown and two passport-sized photos are required) – Pick up information and advice on healthier living – Find out more about health services on offer within your community – Join the library for free – Bring your children to story time (11am & 2.30pm) – Try Trampolining 3-4.15pm – Buffet-style lunch – Creche for parents wanting to try out the fitness classes on the day

Working with Those Affected by the Substance Misuse of Others Level 3
2012-03-22 | Cardiff, Cardiff
People who develop substance misuse problems usually have families and are often in contact with them. Sometimes they will be estranged from them. What ever the situation, the impact that substance misuse can have on families and others close to the substance misuser, is often profound. The Substance Misuse Strategy for Wales 2008-2018 notes the growing evidence that relatives and carers can play a vital role in helping substance misusers succeed in treatment and emphasises the need for providers and commissioners to work closely with families. This NewLink Wales course aims to raise awareness of the issues affecting concerned others and the types of interventions available for them.
Find out more on the NewLink Wales website.

Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Training Programme: 'Tackling Inequalities Together'
2012-03-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Star Centre, Splott, Cardiff CF24 2BZ, Star Centre, Splott, Cardiff CF24 2BZ
Addressing inequalities within neighbourhoods and communities across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
You are invited to attend a training event being delivered by Dr Mike Grady of the internationally-renowned Marmot Review Team to help further understanding of the impact of inequalities on the population and to identify actions that work.
A range of key partners have been invited to attend this event: partners representing the Integrated Partnership Board workstreams, Neighbourhood Management Officers and Chairs, and Communities First Officers and Chairs from both Cardiff and the Vale, as well as those who attended the Health, Social Care & Well Being Symposium held on 31st January 2012.
Cardiff has a life expectancy gap of 11.6 years between the most deprived and least deprived wards and a similar picture exists within the Vale of Glamorgan. Understanding of this gap in life expectancy and of inequalities in general has improved in recent years and developing and delivering evidence-based action to improve the health of those in greatest need is now the focus. This event will help continue to deliver actions that will have an impact.
The event will include presentations by Dr Mike Grady, Marmot Review Team and Dr Sharon Hopkins, Director of Public Health, Cardiff & Vale University Health Board. Workshops on addressing inequalities through your work will be held as part of the afternoon session.
Lunch and refreshments will be also be included therefore you will need to register for the event by Friday 16 March, giving details of any special requirements.

Families First Commissioning: second provider event
2012-03-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Western Leisure Centre, Caerau Lane, Ely, Cardiff CF5 5HJ, Western Leisure Centre, Caerau Lane, Ely, Cardiff CF5 5HJ
You are invited you to the second provider session as part of the Families First commissioning process on one of the following dates:
Thursday 22 March 2012 or Friday 23 March 2012
At this session the project team will outline the specifications that are being developed for each of the Families First service areas and will invite comment from potential providers.
Find out more here.

Train on the Tracks - Welfare Benefits Training
2012-03-23 | Cardiff, Cardiff
Introduction to benefits
This one-day introductory course has been repeatedly well received by both participants and organisations, and aims to introduce the welfare benefits system with simplicity, particularly the distinctions between means-tested, non-means tested, contributory and universal benefits.
The course has been designed to enable delegates to recognise and understand the purpose of the most commonly claimed benefits, focussing on jobseekers and incapacity for work, the social fund, housing benefit and Disability Living Allowance changes
Cost £95.
You can find out more about Train on the Tracks training on their website

Families First Commissioning: second provider event
2012-03-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Llanrumney Library and Learning Centre, Countisbury Avenue, Cardiff CF3 5NQ, Llanrumney Library and Learning Centre, Countisbury Avenue, Cardiff CF3 5NQ

Rhymney River Saturday Clean-up
2012-03-24 | Meet at the Rhymney River foot bridge off Ball Lane, Meet at the Rhymney River foot bridge off Ball Lane
Llanrumney Communities First in partnership with the Cardiff Rivers’ Group and Keep Wales Tidy are meeting up to conduct another clean-up of the Rhymney River. All equipment will be provided.

Felt making, paper casting, and more...
2012-03-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Butetown History and Arts Centre, 4 Dock Chambers, Bute Street, Cardiff CF10 5AG, Butetown History and Arts Centre, 4 Dock Chambers, Bute Street, Cardiff CF10 5AG
As part of the International Women’s Day celebrations, Mandy Nash and Catherine Lewis will be demonstrating felt-making and paper casting, and Julia Thomas will be demonstrating Processing and Arduino, computing tools for creating visual images and interactive art. Visit www.bhac.org

Children in Wales Annual Round Table Conference
2012-03-26 | City Hall, Cardiff, City Hall, Cardiff
Influencing the agenda:Keeping the focus on children and young people through the changes in social services Children in Wales Annual Round Table ConferenceMonday, 26th March 2012City Hall, Cardiff Discussions will focus around the Social Services (Wales) Bill and the implications for children, young people and their families. This one day conference is aimed at policy makers and practitioners working in all sections of the children and families sector in Wales. Delegates will hear first from Gwenda Thomas AM, Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services followed by a set of responses from key professionals from social services, health, education and the third sector. Wide-ranging implications for the sector will be explored through round table workshops and speakers. Please keep this date in your diary – further programme information to follow shortly.

The Social Enterprise Exchange
2012-03-27 | Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre, Glasgow, Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre, Glasgow
Social Enterprise UK and the Scottish Social Enterprise Coalition (SSEC) have joined forces to host what will be the world’s biggest social enterprise event. The Social Enterprise Exchange will take place on Tuesday 27 March 2012 at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre in Glasgow.

The Social Enterprise Exchange will host over 1000 delegates and 150 business exhibitors in one pavilion in this iconic Scottish venue, providing a platform for “exchange” of , knowledge and best practice and a unique opportunity to trade and do good business. The event will will also cater for those working in the public, private and voluntary sectors interested in social enterprise policy and practice.

5 Things Every Small Charity Needs to Know about Fundraising
2012-03-27 09:30 - 16:30 | Neath, Neath
We are delighted to announce that the Fundraising Standards Board (FRSB) in Wales is funding three small charity training days, delivered by the Institute of Fundraising (IoF), during March 2012.

Aimed specifically at charities with voluntary incomes under £1 million, this series of courses is aimed at building the fundraising skills of smaller organisations. The two topics will be:
Building an effective case for support
Raising funds from the local community and events
For more information on the course outlines please visit the news section of our website at www.frsb.org.uk.
The programme schedule
Each course will ensure that delegates are fully conversant with fundraising regulation and best practice as well as giving them an excellent grounding in each of the relevant areas.

Who should attend this session?Each course is suitable for members of staff or volunteers who have responsibility for fundraising in your organisation.
The only restriction is that your organisation must have a voluntary income of under £1 million.

Learning outcomes
By the end of the session fundraisers will be able to:
Identify potential sources of income from within local communities
Understand the joys and challenges of working with volunteers
Use event planning tools

What will be covered?
Getting started: the law, best practice and ‘the rules’
Finding and researching potential sources of income locally
Developing and identifying projects for support
Event planning and management
Following up and strengthening relationships

How to book
Places are limited to 15 per course so book now to secure your place. The courses cost only £20 per day for FRSB members and organisations that apply for FRSB membership at the time of booking. The fee for non‐FRSB participants is £50. Refreshments are included.
To book email barbaraa@frsb.org.uk with the contact details of your delegates and confirmation of whether you’d like to pay by cheque or BACS. Please quote your FRSB membership number at the time of booking.

Cardiff Volunteer Co-ordinators' Network meeting
2012-03-29 09:00 - 14:00 | Star Centre, Splott, Cardiff, Star Centre, Splott, Cardiff
Are you involved in managing or supporting volunteers? Perhaps you’re a paid worker or volunteer yourself. If so, come along to this Network meeting – you’ll have an opportunity to share ideas and gain more knowledge, and meet with others in a similar role to compare experiences and encourage one another.
The Cardiff Volunteer Co-ordinators’ Network is a joint network between Cardiff Third Sector Council and Voluntary Community Service (VCS).

Le Carnaval! Live, Work & Play
2012-03-30 09:30 - 14:45 | Cardiff City Hall, Cardiff City Hall
A Carousel of excitement, fun and adventure!
A Carnival Themed Event giving young people a voice and info about services for
young people in Cardiff
(Carnival Dress Optional)

Equality and Diversity Festival
2012-03-30 10:30 - 16:30 | Channel View Leisure Centre, Cardiff (Main Hall), Channel View Leisure Centre, Cardiff (Main Hall)
Women Connect First invites you to the Equality and Diversity Festival.
There will be:
– Guest speakers – Dances from different parts of the globe – Singing, and schools choir – Henna tattoo and face painting – International Fashion Show – Food tasting
This event is organised in partnership with Cardiff Metropolitan University and Oxfam, and is part funded by the Welsh Government.

Beacon for Wales – Community University Partnership Event
2012-03-30 11:00 - 13:30 | Park Plaza Cardiff, Grey Friars Road, Cardiff, Park Plaza Cardiff, Grey Friars Road, Cardiff
Beacon for Wales – Community University Partnership event will offer an opportunity to network withacademics, researchers and community organisations, to discuss partnerships in the area of interest and to learn more about what each of the parties can offer.
It will be a perfect opportunity for professionals to share a couple of hours of creative thought and discussion.Participants are encouraged to think widely about the possibilities and interests within theirorganisations that could benefit from a partnership with a university/community organisation.The Beacon for Wales is a partnership between Cardiff University, University of Glamorgan, BBC Wales, Amgueddfa Wales – National Museum of Wales and Techniquest funded by the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales, Research Councils UK and the Wellcome Trust who are providing over £1.2 million from 2008-2011.Public engagement has become an important part of research as it helps to generate and prove research impact. The Beacon for Wales wants to ensure that the capability of Welsh universities to successfully connect with their surrounding communities continues to thrive, bringing benefits to both Welsh universities and wider society.To book your FREE place please go to: http://bfweventmarch2012.eventbrite.com/

Family Bike Ride in aid of Pedal Power and Marie Curie
2012-03-31
The ride from Merthyr Tydfil to Pedal Power in Cardiff takes place on Saturday 31 March 2012 – leaving Cardiff by bus at 9.15am or Merthyr at 10.00am.
Get yourself fit for Pedal Power’s Sponsored Bike Challenge by joining the Family Bike Ride, which is being held in conjunction with Marie Curie Cancer Care, or if you’d prefer to volunteer as a marshal or to be part of the sweeper team then please let Pedal Power know. The café will be open at the end of your ride for refreshments and a BBQ will be available at £5 per person.
Booking for this is essential with an admin fee of £5 per person or £10 per person if you require transport of yourselves and bikes up to Rhydycar.
The closing date for bookings is: Friday 24 March 2012.

DIY Workshop for Women
2012-03-31 10:00 - 14:00 | The Women’s Workshop, Clarence House, Clarence Road, Cardiff CF10 5FB, The Women’s Workshop, Clarence House, Clarence Road, Cardiff CF10 5FB
Women’s Workshop is running a DIY workshop for women.
Have fun learning in a friendly, informal environment how to do easy jobs around the home. There will be an introduction to wall fixings, including shelves and mirrors.
Spaces are limited so call now. The price is £20, which includes all materials and use of equipment.

Community Sports Network meeting
2012-04-02 | Conference Room, C3SC, Ground Floor, Brunel House, Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB, Conference Room, C3SC, Ground Floor, Brunel House, Fitzalan Road, Cardiff CF24 0EB
The Community Sports Network is run by Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) and aims to recognise the contribution grassroots and minority sports teams make to Cardiff. Find out more about the Network here.
If you’d like to attend, please contact Katie (see details below).

Rationale and Solutions: Delivering Services for Welsh for Children and Young People
2012-04-03 | Children In Wales, Cardiff, Children In Wales, Cardiff
A half-day workshop facilitated by Children in Wales
This workshop is designed for anyone delivering services to children, young people and families, who wish to reach and serve Welsh language speakers.The workshop will bring participants up to date with current legislation and the new proposed Welsh Language Measure 2010, and will look at where language rights fit into the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). It will provide the tools and ideas to address myths and arguments around Welsh Language provision and language use. It will also equip participants with ideas and tools for increasing their own provision, no matter what your current capacity may be.The workshop will include:Exploring children, young people and families’ language choices and developing services to meet their needsHow to work with Welsh speakers in an appropriate wayHow to provide Welsh medium services with few staff and resourcesIdentifying current and proposed Welsh language legislation
PRICE:Members £45Non-Members £65
