BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:C3SC - Cardiff Third Sector Council 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:20110327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20111030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20120325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20121028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20130331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20131027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120509T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120509T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120509T090000Z UID:44457-1336557600-1336568400@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Jobs Growth Wales information event DESCRIPTION:WCVA is a delivery partner of Jobs Growth Wales\, a new Welsh Government initiative that will create 4\,000 jobs annually for out-of-work 16-24 year olds. \nFunding for six months’ employment at national minimum wage is available to employers that are interested in creating opportunities for young people and up to 1\,000 of the annual 4\,000 jobs will be funded through WCVA’s Jobs Growth Wales programme. \nThrough the programme\, employers will have the opportunity to both directly create jobs that are funded for a six-month period\, and also to create employment opportunities that involve elements of training and support similar to the Intermediate Labour Market (ILM) model. \nWCVA is holding three information events next month to introduce Jobs Growth Wales\, explain how organisations can take part in the programme and offer attendees the chance to ask questions directly to the staff members that will be managing and delivering our Jobs Growth Wales programme. \nThe event will end at 1.00pm when a buffet lunch will be served. If you would like to reserve places at the event\, please email the names of the attendees you wish to book for\, your organisation name\, contact details and any dietary requirements to  ilm@wcva.org.uk URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/jobs-growth-wales-information-event/ LOCATION:SWALEC Stadium\, Sophia Gardens\, Cardiff\, SWALEC Stadium\, Sophia Gardens\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120509T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120509T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120509T090000Z UID:44455-1336557600-1336564800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Another Jobs Fair DESCRIPTION:Here’s just a taster of the employers and organisations represented at this jobs fair: \n – Cardiff Bus – Dragon Taxis – Hafod Care Association (Hendre) – Recruit3 – Admiral – Careers Wales – Media Wales – Tesco House – WCVA –  … and lots\, lots more – URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/another-jobs-fair/ LOCATION:City Hall\, Cardiff\, City Hall\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120510 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120508T230000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120508T230000Z UID:44454-1336521600-1336607999@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Mental Health Today Wales DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health Today Wales conference and exhibition is taking place in Cardiff on 9 May. The event is £30 to attend\, with free places available\, and offers a comprehensive programme of seminars alongside the exhibition of Welsh mental health organisations and projects. \nSpeakers include: \n – ·Dr Sarah Watkins\, Senior Medical Officer\, Welsh Assembly Government – ·Barbara Bowness\, Primary Care Lead\, Mental Health (Wales) Measure – ·Claire Reid\, Senior Advocate\, South Wales Mental Health Advocacy – ·Dave Smith\, expert by experience and trainer\, Hafal\, and columnist for the Western Mail – ·Dr Ian John\, Cardiff University and President Elect\, Marce Society – ·Jan Batty \, Development Worker\, Mind Your Heart\, Ceredigion Public Health Team – ·Ewan Hilton\, Executive Director\, Gofal – ·Dave Smith\, expert by experience and trainer\, Hafal\, and columnist for the Western Mail – ·Louise Robinson\, The British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy – ·Dr Rhys Bevan Jones\, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist\, University of Cardiff – ·Joy Jones\, Clinical Lead Tier 3 Specialist Eating Disorders Service Aneurin Bevan Local Health Board \n  \nSeminars are CPD accredited and include: \n – ·Keynote address: The landscape for mental health services in Wales – ·Putting into practice the new Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 – ·Taking the whole person approach to leading life – ·Therapeutic and holistic approaches to mental health recovery – ·Working with young people to develop awareness of mental health issues and the benefits of early intervention – ·Understanding the mental health concerns and issues facing the older population – ·Training and developing the workforce – ·Forensic mental health – ·Meeting the mental health needs of people with learning disabilities – ·Dual diagnosis – – Book online or use the email address below. \n  URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/mental-health-today-wales/ LOCATION:All Nations Centre\, Cardiff\, All Nations Centre\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120508T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120508T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120508T110000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120508T110000Z UID:44451-1336478400-1336492800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Guide Dogs Cymru information stand and drop-in session DESCRIPTION:Guide Dogs Cymru Engagement Officer Nathan Foy will be holding a quarterly afternoon information stand and drop-in session at the Connect to Cardiff (C2C) on the ground floor in Cardiff Central Library. \nWith an aim to be more accessible to people who would like some information about the Guide Dogs range of services\, either for themselves or a family member or friend\, this informal setting is ideal to ask any questions or simply take a few leaflets. \nIf there is somewhere central in your area where you think a similar information stand and drop-in session would be particularly beneficial\, then please contact Guide Dogs Cymru.  URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/guide-dogs-cymru-information-stand-and-drop-in-session-2/ LOCATION:C2C\, Ground Floor\, Cardiff Central Library\, C2C\, Ground Floor\, Cardiff Central Library CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120509 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120507T230000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120507T230000Z UID:44450-1336435200-1336521599@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Support Planning DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nTraining from Cymorth Cymru. \n  \nSupport 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. The principal aim of this course is to equip participants with the knowledge and confidence to carry out effective support planning with service users. \n  \nCosts:  Cymorth members:   £85 + VAT  Non-members:    £120 + VAT \n(Including all materials\, refreshments and lunch) \n  URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/support-planning/ LOCATION:Cadwyn\, Newport Road\, Cardiff\, Cadwyn\, Newport Road\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120504T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120504T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120504T083000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120504T083000Z UID:44448-1336123800-1336143600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Networking For Creatives DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a £20\,000 training grant awarded by the Arts Council of Wales\, the Black Voluntary Sector Network Wales (BVSNW) is pleased to announce a new programme of professional development opportunities for Black and Minority Ethnic artists and creatives in Wales. \n‘Networking For Creatives’ led by Melaneia Warwick \nCourse Outline: \nNetworking is not just about giving out lots of business cards and attending lots of networking meetings. It’s much more interesting than that. The definition and application of networking has grown: face-to-face networking\, online networking\, unplanned networking (it’s what you do every day). In this one-day workshop you will explore what networking is and how you can use it to grow your business. The focus will be on fun and engaging exercises that make use of your creative skills. You will go away with some extra networking tools and an increase in your confidence to be able to use them. \nVisit www.neatraining.co.uk to find out more. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/networking-for-creatives/ LOCATION:National Waterfront Museum\, Swansea SA1 3RD\, National Waterfront Museum\, Swansea SA1 3RD CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120503T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120503T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120503T160000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120503T160000Z UID:44446-1336064400-1336075200@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Increasing impact through social media: a guide for trustees DESCRIPTION:Social media can transform how groups communicate with their members. It can increase efficiency\, effectiveness and audience reach\, and it can do it all for free. \nThis session will give an overview of what social media is\, how it works and why it is important for the Third Sector. Participants will learn about the benefits of different social media\, understand which ones are most appropriate for their organisations\, and be able to understand how to measure their impact. \nAll sessions take place between 5pm-8pm\, at a fee of £15 per delegate for WCVA members or £20 per delegate for non-members. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/increasing-impact-through-social-media-a-guide-for-trustees/ LOCATION:Baltic House\, Cardiff Bay\, Baltic House\, Cardiff Bay CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120503T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120503T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120503T090000Z UID:44443-1336039200-1336046400@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Adamsdown Social Media Surgery DESCRIPTION:On May the 3rd web savvy residents of Adamsdown will be there from 10am-12pm and 4pm-5pm to offer help on all things web related. Among others there will be a Digital inclusion officer and a Digital designer on hand to offer advice and support for any 3rd sector\, co-operative\, charity or local business. \nTea\, coffee and biscuits will be available as well as IT equipment. Entrance to the Community Resource centre is by buzzer so please ring the buzzer when arriving. \nFor more details please visit http://socialmediasurgery.com/surgeries/adamsdown \nA social media surgery is a pretty informal gathering of people who want to learn how to use the web to communicate\, campaign or collaborate. They are deliberately relaxed. You will get to sit alongside someone who understands good ways to use the internet and they’ll show you useful free tools. \nIf you like what you see they can also help you set up your blog\, or Facebook page or Twitter account. Most social media surgeries have an event every few weeks\, so you can keep coming back for help. You can find out more at socialmediasurgery.com URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/adamsdown-social-media-surgery/ LOCATION:10g Moira Terrace\, Adamsdown\, CF24 0EJ\, 10g Moira Terrace\, Adamsdown\, CF24 0EJ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120503T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120503T083000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120503T083000Z UID:44440-1336037400-1336060800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Fuel Debt Advice course DESCRIPTION:Riverside Advice\, in collaboration with British Gas Energy Trust\, is running a one day Fuel Debt Advice course.The course is aimed at individuals in charities\, housing associations\, health organisations and community groups who are not directly involved in an advisory role on the subject of energy efficiency. At the end of the session you will be able to: \n – ·Understand what fuel poverty is and the causes of fuel debt. – ·Explain to your clients and service users\, fuel supplier obligations and customer responsibilities\, payment options\, bills\, billing errors. – ·How to make a complaint – ·How to access funding through trusts and grants There are 20 places available on the course. If you or someone from your organisation would like to attend\, please contact Riverside advice. The price is £15 per person. Tea\, coffee and buffet will be provided. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/fuel-debt-advice-course/ LOCATION:71 Bridge Street\, Cardiff CF10 2TS\, 71 Bridge Street\, Cardiff CF10 2TS CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120502T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120502T132000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120502T113000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120502T113000Z UID:44437-1335961800-1335964800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Be a Man and Speak Up: engaging men to promote gender equality and challenge attitudes that perpetuate violence against women DESCRIPTION:Please make the time to support the estimated 200\,000 women in Wales affected by domestic violence and abuse by attending: BE A MAN AND SPEAK UP: Hosted by Julie Morgan AM\, with Jane Hutt Minister for Finance and Leader of the House and Adam Jones\, Triple Grand Slam-winning star of the Welsh Rugby team 2005 – 2008 – 2012 \n  \nThe Women’s Rights Education and Advocacy Project is a flagship initiative by Cardiff Women’s Aid which builds the capacity of ordinary community members to speak up and take action against gender inequality and violence against women. \nThe Project is now launching its exciting second phase: engaging men and boys to volunteer as positive role models for gender equality. \nCome to meet our passionate volunteer “Women’s Rights Champions”\, and hear how this promising model can change the lives of women across Wales.  \n  \nAgenda \n12.30 Introduction to the event by Julie Morgan AM \n12.35 Introduction to the Women’s Rights Project (Claudia Donati\, Project Leader) \n12.40 “Why should Men Care about Gender Equality?” (Adam Jones\, Welsh International Rugby Union player) \n12.45 Concluding comments by Jane Hutt AM \n12.50 Opportunity to meet and talk to volunteer “Women’s Rights Champions” \n1.20 Close \n  \nA light lunch will be available. Thanks to Julie Morgan AM for sponsoring this event.  \n  URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/be-a-man-and-speak-up-engaging-men-to-promote-gender-equality-and-challenge-attitudes-that-perpetuate-violence-against-women/ LOCATION:Seminar Room\, The Pierhead\, Seminar Room\, The Pierhead CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120502T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120502T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120502T090000Z UID:44434-1335952800-1335963600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:South East Wales Participation Network DESCRIPTION:The free practitioner network is a lively\, participatory workshop which provide an opportunity for peers to engage\, share and support each other. The May event will feature sessions on the Wales Audit Office’s All Wales Study of Public Engagement in Local Government. There will also be opportunities for you to network and hear about each other’s projects\, plus an icebreaker and an evaluation exercise.The network is 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 event is 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.The network provides you with an invaluable opportunity to: – Meet other practitioners in your area – Share good practice – Share ideas – Problem solve – Develop participatory skills – Acquire new skills URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/south-east-wales-participation-network-2/ LOCATION:Wales Council for Deaf People\, Pontypridd\, Wales Council for Deaf People\, Pontypridd CATEGORIES:Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120502T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120502T081500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120502T081500Z UID:44431-1335950100-1335974400@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:FREE Fuel Poverty Training DESCRIPTION:For advisors\, support workers and all those who work with vulnerable and low income clients. \nThe Speakeasy Advice Centre is hosting a day’s free training by National Energy Action. \nThis one-day course will enable you to better understand fuel poverty and its effects on your clients\, including: \n            •  What is fuel poverty? \n            •  Causes of fuel debt \n            •  Social tariffs \n            •  Energy efficiency \nWednesday 2nd May at 9:15am – 4pm \nTo book your place\, please call (029) 2045 311or email s.ac@speakeasyadvice.co.uk URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/free-fuel-poverty-training/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120502 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120430T230000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120430T230000Z UID:44429-1335830400-1335916799@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Train the Trainer (Day 3 of 3) DESCRIPTION:This 3 day course delivered by Welsh Women’s Aid is for staff or volunteers who would like to gain the skills and knowledge to plan\, deliver and evaluate short structured courses to adults. The training will cover: \n  \n      Planning and Designing Training \n      Learning Theory \n      Training methods and techniques \n      Learning Environment and Atmosphere \n      Managing Participants \n      Training Delivery \n      Assessment and Evaluation \n This course is accredited by Agored Cymru. In order to gain the credit\, participants must submit a workbook following the course. If you wish to gain accreditation a charge of £15 will be levied for accreditation fees. \n \nCost: WWA members £65 per day Non-members £100 per day10% discount if you book 3 or more places on any of our courses! URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/train-the-trainer-day-3-of-3/ LOCATION:Swansea 23\,30 April & 1 May\, Swansea 23\,30 April & 1 May CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120430T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120430T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120430T170000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120430T170000Z UID:44428-1335808800-1335816000@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Timeplace Community Training DESCRIPTION:Timeplace is the Ely/Caerau Time Credits Scheme. \nCome to this fun\, interactive event where you can discover new and better ways to link with the Ely/Caerau community. \n – Discover new support available to help your group/organisation reach its aims and objectives – Learn how you can thank your volunteers with time credits and link with other organisations – Have the opportunity to join the Ely/Caerau time credits scheme – To reserve your FREE place\, please visit http://timeplace-auto.eventbrite.com URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/timeplace-community-training-2/ LOCATION:St Tim’s church\, Caerau\, St Tim's church\, Caerau CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120430T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120430T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120430T100000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120430T100000Z UID:44426-1335783600-1335789000@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Cardiff Inter Faith Network meeting DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this meeting is to begin planning an event in Cardiff to mark Inter Faith Week 2012\, which takes place from Sunday 18 to Saturday 24 November. We will be meeting on a regular basis for six months leading up to the week itself. If your group or organisation would like to get involved\, please contact Jeremy Rees at C3SC (see below for details). URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/cardiff-inter-faith-network-meeting/ LOCATION:C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB.\, C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB. CATEGORIES:Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120501 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120429T230000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120429T230000Z UID:44424-1335744000-1335830399@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Train the Trainer (Day 2 of 3) DESCRIPTION:  \nThis 3 day course delivered by Welsh Women’s Aid\, is for staff or volunteers who would like to gain the skills and knowledge to plan\, deliver and evaluate short structured courses to adults. The training will cover: \n  \n      Planning and Designing Training \n      Learning Theory \n      Training methods and techniques \n      Learning Environment and Atmosphere \n      Managing Participants \n      Training Delivery \n      Assessment and Evaluation \nThis course is accredited by Agored Cymru. In order to gain the credit\, participants must submit a workbook following the course. If you wish to gain accreditation a charge of £15 will be levied for accreditation fees. \nCost: WWA members £65 per day Non-members £100 per day10% discount if you book 3 or more places on any WWA courses! URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/train-the-trainer-day-2-of-3/ LOCATION:Swansea 23\,30 April & 1 May\, Swansea 23\,30 April & 1 May CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120427T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120427T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120427T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120427T090000Z UID:44423-1335520800-1335529800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Friendly AdvantAGE DESCRIPTION:This is an invitation to the VCVS and Partners Friendly AdvantAGE Befriending Project launch event. This is an exciting and innovative new project that has 4 year funding from the Big Lottery AdvantAGE Programme.We will be joined by Jane Hutt AM\, who is kindly sponsoring the event.Please remember space is limited so RSVP by Monday 12th March 2012 to cath@valecvs.org.uk   URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/friendly-advantage/ LOCATION:Senedd\, Cardiff Bay\, Senedd\, Cardiff Bay CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120427T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120427T083000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120427T083000Z UID:44420-1335519000-1335538800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Planning Your Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a £20\,000 training grant awarded by the Arts Council of Wales\, the Black Voluntary Sector Network Wales (BVSNW) is pleased to announce a new programme of professional development opportunities for Black and Minority Ethnic artists and creatives in Wales. \n‘Planning Your Exhibition’ training led by Melaneia Warwick \nCourse Outline: \nSo you have made or are planning to make a body of artworks. Perhaps you are struggling to get the work ‘out there’ so that it can be seen and even bought. This is not an uncommon problem for artists and makers and often work can end up sitting on our studio floors. The ways in which we can exhibit our artworks is growing and this offers a positive range of solutions. The focus of this one-day course will be on unravelling the mystery of exhibiting your work by looking at the evergrowing possibilities for doing so. You will develop insights and take away some tools for ways forward. Come prepared to join in on this fun\, active and focussed workshop. If you have any images of your artworks\, bring those along too. \nVisit www.neatraining.co.uk to find out more. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/planning-your-exhibition/ LOCATION:St David’s Hall\, Cardiff CF10 1AH\, St David’s Hall\, Cardiff CF10 1AH CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120427T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120427T090000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120427T063000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120427T063000Z UID:44417-1335511800-1335517200@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Pedal Power breakfast: From Adversity to Achievement DESCRIPTION:Join Pedal Power for breakfast at Cardiff City Hall with Para-cyclist Mark Colbourne\, winner of Gold and Silver medals at the recent 2012 Para-cycling World Championships in Los Angeles. \nMark is Patron of Pedal Power\, the Cardiff-based charity which provides cycling opportunities for disabled children\, adults and their families.  \nFor only £30 a head (10% discount available for business tables of 10 people) you’ll be able to enjoy a hearty and healthy breakfast before you start your working day. \nListen to Mark tell his truly inspiring story of how he overcame the adversity of his paralysis following a horrific paragliding accident to become a World Para-cycling Champion and prospective Paralympian at the 2012 London Paralympics. \nFor more information about booking your place or a table for your company please contact Sybil Williams\, Director of Pedal Power\, on 029 2039 0713 or email director@cardiffpedalpower.org \nTo find out more about Pedal Power visit www.cardiffpedalpower.org URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/pedal-power-breakfast-from-adversity-to-achievement/ LOCATION:City Hall\, Cardiff\, City Hall\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120428 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120426T230000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T230000Z UID:44414-1335484800-1335571199@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:POVA (Protection of Vulnerable Adults) DESCRIPTION:This Cymorth Cymru course aims to increase your understanding of the abuse of vulnerable adults and the action you should take to prevent abuse. \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n·         Recognise who is a vulnerable adult \n·         Identify the types and signs of adult abuse \n·         Explain how to respond to a disclosure of actual or alleged abuse \n·         Explain their role and responsibility in relation to the Protection of Vulnerable Adult (POVA) policy. \nFind out more on the Cymorth Cymru website. \n  URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/pova-protection-of-vulnerable-adults/ LOCATION:Norbury House\, Fairwater\, Norbury House\, Fairwater CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120428 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120426T230000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T230000Z UID:44416-1335484800-1335571199@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Timeplace Community Training DESCRIPTION:Timeplace is the Ely/Caerau Time Credits Scheme. \nCome to this fun\, interactive event where you can discover new and better ways to link with the Ely/Caerau community. \n – Discover new support available to help your group/organisation reach its aims and objectives – Learn how you can thank your volunteers with time credits and link with other organisations – Have the opportunity to join the Ely/Caerau time credits scheme \nTo reserve your FREE place\, please visit http://timeplace-auto.eventbrite.com \nTime: 10am – 12 noon OR 1-3pm URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/timeplace-community-training/ LOCATION:North Ely Youth Centre\, Pethybridge Rd Ely\, Cardiff CF5 4DN\, North Ely Youth Centre\, Pethybridge Rd Ely\, Cardiff CF5 4DN CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120427 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120426T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T130000Z UID:44412-1335448800-1335448800@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Cardiff City & South Third Sector Forum DESCRIPTION:Cardiff City & South Third Sector Forum is open to all third sector groups that identify with the geographical area of Butetown\, Grangetown and the City Centre – though the boundaries of this area may change. \nIf your organisation is based in Cardiff City & South\, please come along – it would be great to see you! \nPlease contact Katie Mallam\, Third Sector Officer for this area of Cardiff\, if you’d like to attend. Her contact details are below. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/cardiff-city-south-third-sector-forum-2/ LOCATION:Atlantic House\, Dumballs Road\, Atlantic House\, Dumballs Road CATEGORIES:Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120426T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120426T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120426T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T090000Z UID:44409-1335434400-1335441600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Universal Credit Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Welfare Reform Act gained Royal Assent on the 8 March 2012. The Act provides for the introduction of a ‘Universal Credit’ a new working-age benefit to replace Housing Benefit\, Income Support\, income based JSA\, income based Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)\, Working Tax Credit\, Child Tax Credit and the Social Fund rolled out between 2013 and 2017. \nThis Shelter Cymru briefing will supply you with essential information on the changes and help you to prepare for its impact on clients and housing management. \nCoffee and breakfast will be served on arrival. \nPrice: £60 \nConcessionary: £40 \nYou can book online here or see the contact details below. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/universal-credit-briefing/ LOCATION:Esis Conference Centre\, Nantgarw\, Esis Conference Centre\, Nantgarw CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120426T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120426T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120426T083000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T083000Z UID:44406-1335432600-1335445200@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Ethnic Minority Communities First Seminar DESCRIPTION:Ethnic Minority Communities First Seminar \nCardiff Ethnic Minority Communities First would like to invite you to its seminar at St Peter’s Hall\, on Thursday 26th April 2012. Registration is at 9:30am and we will finish with lunch at 1.pm. \nThe Ethnic Minority Communities Team works in partnership with community groups\, voluntary agencies and the statutory & business sectors through its Local Partnership Group.They also work with external groups\, organisations and agencies to help improve the lives of individuals and communities across the city. The main objective of the seminar is to highlight the impact of the EMC programme and implications for its continuation within a revised Communities 1st framework. The seminar promises to be a lively and varied one including some music and dance. There will be presentations from those who have been involved in the EMC programme. There will also be a panel session. \nThe aim of the day is to inspire partners and service providers to further engage with us in order to maximise the effectiveness of the EMC’s Programme in Cardiff and thereby encourage/ensure the continuation of key areas of the programmes activities. \nInvitees include major service providers from the statutory\, voluntary and private sectors as well as local residents. The Forum will provide an excellent opportunity for residents from Cardiff’s Communities First areas to ask questions. \nThere is no charge for the event. However\, places are limited and will be allocated on a first come\, first served basis. If you are unable to attend please nominate a suitable colleague to attend on your behalf. Your contribution towards making this programme a success is essential. To register your place please contact Mary Sullivan on masullivan@cardiff.gov.uk or by post to Mary Sullivan\, Ethnic Minority Communities First\, 3rd Floor East\, 113-116 Bute Street Cardiff CF10 5EQ. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/ethnic-minority-communities-first-seminar/ LOCATION:St. Peter’s Hall\, St. Peter’s Street\, Roath\, Cardiff\, CF24 3BA\, St. Peter's Hall\, St. Peter's Street\, Roath\, Cardiff\, CF24 3BA CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120426T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120426T153000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120426T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T080000Z UID:44403-1335430800-1335454200@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Funding your future: new European programmes and loan finance DESCRIPTION:Almost £100m of European Structural Funds was accessed by the third sector during the current round of European funding. But  what will the 2014-2020 programmes look like? How can we influence the design of the new programmes\, and what funding opportunities are they likely to present? \nThis event will inform delegates about the developments that are taking place within the design of the new European programmes and will be of interest to any organisation planning their funding future. The event will also offer an opportunity to learn how loan finance\, through WCVA’s Communities Investment Fund\, can support third sector enterprise in Wales. \nPrice: £12 including buffet lunch. \nBookings need to be received by 5 April 2012. Find out more on the WCVA website. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/funding-your-future-new-european-programmes-and-loan-finance/ LOCATION:St. Margaret’s Park\, Aberbargoed\, St. Margaret’s Park\, Aberbargoed CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120425T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120425T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120425T090000Z UID:44398-1335348000-1335369600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:C3SC Training - Techniques for Handling Conflicts DESCRIPTION:By the end of this session\, you will be able to: \n·         Recognise when and why conflict occurs \n·         Explore the dangers and opportunities in conflict situations and identify our personal responses to conflict \n·         Understand the importance of effective communication skills and techniques for behaving assertively \n·         Develop strategies for successful conflict resolution \n  \nThis a full day course URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/c3sc-training-techniques-for-handling-conflicts/ LOCATION:C3SC Offices\, Brunel House\, Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff\, CF24 0EB\, C3SC Offices\, Brunel House\, Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff\, CF24 0EB CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120425T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120425T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120425T090000Z UID:44401-1335348000-1335369600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Equality and Human Rights in the Community (The Equality Act 2010) DESCRIPTION:This FREE Race Equalities First training covers the rights of individuals relating to the Equality Act 2010 and is available to individuals\, grassroots\, community\, charity and voluntary organisations. \nRefreshments will be provided but no lunch will be available so please bring your own. \nSpaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come\, first served basis. If you have a large number of people interested in receiving the training\, Race Equality First may be able to arrange a session just for your organisation. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/equality-and-human-rights-in-the-community-the-equality-act-2010/ LOCATION:Race Equality First Offices\, Race Equality First Offices CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120425T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120425T143000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120425T081500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120425T081500Z UID:44397-1335345300-1335364200@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Cardiff Partnership: Families First Network Event DESCRIPTION:Is your organisation planning to bid for Families First funding? Do you want to find out about prospective partnership consortium opportunities? \nThe purpose of this event is to help you to identify consortia partners so that you can deliver the outcomes set out for our Families First service packages. Come along to find out more. \nIf you want to attend please come prepared to give a 2 minutes overview of your business and of the services you can provide for any of the following service packages: \nEarly Years: To provide support for pregnant women and families with children aged under 8\, to ensure that children have the best start in life. \nChild and Youth Engagement: To work with children and young people aged from 8 to up to 25 and their families\, where they need additional support to participate effectively in education and training and take advantage of opportunities for employment; It is also intended to ensure that they are active citizens\, who participate effectively and responsibly in the life of their communities and take part in positive activities. \nSustainable Employment: To ensure that low income and economically inactive families with dependent children are supported to maximise their family incomes and to develop the necessary skills and confidence to access learning\, employment or volunteering opportunities or to progress in employment. \nHealthy Lifestyles: To provide targeted primary prevention to prevent illnesses and diseases from occurring and to reduce health inequalities for children\, young people and their families through encouraging healthy lifestyles. \nEmotional and Mental Health and Wellbeing: Emotional and Mental Health and Wellbeing. \nDisability Focus: To provide additional targeted support to disabled children and young people aged 0-25 and their families to ensure they are able to maximise their life chances. \nMore information about the service packages\, and the outcomes that providers will be expected to contribute to\, will be provided on the day. \n  URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/cardiff-partnership-families-first-network-event/ LOCATION:The Copthorne Hotel\, Culverhouse Cross\, Cardiff\, The Copthorne Hotel\, Culverhouse Cross\, Cardiff CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120424T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120424T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120424T170000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120424T170000Z UID:44394-1335290400-1335297600@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:C3SC Training - How to Develop Chairing Skills DESCRIPTION:This course is for anyone in the voluntary sector who takes part in committee meetings. The course will give you the skills\, knowledge and confidence to be effective in chairing meetings. \n  \nThis course will be held in the evening. \nIt will: \n – Help you to develop the skills to chair meetings more confidently – Discuss how to handle difficult situations – Provide you with an opportunity to practise your skills \n  \nWe’ve been listening to those of you who want to balance a full-time jobwith contributing to your community. To help you\, in the April to Julyprogramme we are offering some courses in the evening. URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/c3sc-training-how-to-develop-chairing-skills/ LOCATION:C3SC Offices\, Brunel House\, Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff\, CF24 0EB\, C3SC Offices\, Brunel House\, Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff\, CF24 0EB CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20120424T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20120424T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T093458 CREATED:20120424T100000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120424T100000Z UID:44392-1335265200-1335272400@c3sc.org.uk SUMMARY:Cardiff Community Safety Network meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you a member of a Neighbourhood Watch group\, Residents’ Association or involved in community safety in Cardiff in any other way? Then the Cardiff Community Safety Network is a great way to meet other organisations in the same field\, to share ideas and to gain access to up-to-date\, relevant information. \nIf you’re interested in joining this network and attending this meeting\, please contact Caroline Hardy (see below for details). URL:https://c3sc.org.uk/event-single/cardiff-community-safety-network-meeting/ LOCATION:C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB.\, C3SC offices\, Brunel House\, 2 Fitzalan Road\, Cardiff CF24 0EB. CATEGORIES:Meeting END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR