Progress on equalities 2010-2014: Shared learning and reflection on the journey travelled and challenges for 2014 and beyond will give you the chance to influence the equalities work of key organisations in Wales.Run in conjunction with WACVC, the Welsh Government Fairer Futures Division, the NHS Centre for Equality and Human Rights, Public Health Wales and WLGA's...
Working Together Better: How can the heritage and cultural sectors make a real difference for the people and communities of Wales? The Heritage Lottery Fund, in partnership with the independent think tank, the Institute of Welsh Affairs would like to invite you to attend Heritage Exchange Cymru 2014. The event will be an opportunity for...
A half-day Children in Wales course The 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...
A Diverse Cymru half-day workshopThe aim of this workshop is to increase awareness of issues faced by Transgender people and reduce any fear or concerns when engaging with a person who is going through or has gone through transition to their correct gender.Cost: £55 per person Find out more at http://www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/transgender-awareness/
The theme of the network event in May is co-production in public services. Co-production seems to be the latest buzz word to be found in all sectors of public service and some would argue that is means different things to different people. The event will explore what co-production means to people and try to make...
We regret that this course has been cancelled.This course offers a formal explanation of constituting and explores the legal choices organisations can take, and the benefits and drawbacks of each model. You will discover the different types of incorporated structures available for a voluntary organisation and gain an understanding of the work involved in becoming...
Building your Case for Support Aim of Session: to introduce people who have to raise funds for their cause to the need for a strong case for support & the ability to develop oneLearning OutcomesBy the end of the session, you should be able to: - Understand sources of useful data to build the case...
By the end of the workshop you will be able to: - Define sexual orientation - Understand why it is important to use appropriate and non-offensive terminology relating to sexual orientation - Assess the impact of stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination - Challenge common myths and misconceptions about LGB people - Recognise the legal rights of...
Victim Support is launching the All Wales Hate Crime Reporting and Support Centre and would like to invite interested organisations and individuals from across Wales to the launch.If you would like to attend, please register your interest to nick.cooke@victimsupport.org.uk by the 30th April 2014, as the room will only hold 80 people. Your place will be...
Welsh Government has launched the Lift programme to tackle workless households. The project will cover the east of Cardiff – Llanrumney, Llanederyn, Rumney, St Mellons, Trowbridge & Pentwyn. Lift is an ambitious Welsh Government programme to provide, by the end of 2017, 5,000 training and employment opportunities for people living in households where no-one is...
Wales Observatory on Human Rights of Children and Young People and UNICEF UKFREE Annual Lecture Speaker: Mr Justice Gary Hickinbottom Topic:"And still the children sing: The Rehabilitation of Children's Rights"
Jeff Cuthbert AM, the Minister for Communities and Tackling Poverty will launch Tackling Hate Crimes and Incidents: A Framework for Action at The Senedd, Cardiff Bay on 12 May 2014, 11.30am until 1pm. During the event, Victim Support will present the new All Wales Hate Crime Reporting Centre. There will also be a showcase of...
