Think you know what a Gypsy, Roma and Traveller is? Challenge your opinions, indulge in the culture and share in the activities that demonstrate a rich cultural heritage within Wales. It is FREE to adults and children alike. Films, live performances, art, and exhibitions that showcase the cultural diversity of the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller...
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Institute of Welsh Affairs is holding a series of events that will give you the chance to find out more about the proposals being presented in the consultation document. The events are open to all and are designed to help organisations that will be affected by the legislation - and their service users, customers and...
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Meeting the challenges presented by a difficult economic environment and addressing the opportunities afforded by the Sustainable Development Bill.Speakers, workshops and discussion about policy and practice in ESDGC and Global Learning in Wales and the UK. Key Note Speaker: Jane Davidson, Director of INSPIRE (Institute for Sustainable Practice, Innovation and Resource Effectiveness) Trinity St David UniversityCyfanfyd Members... |
5 events,A two-day training course to prepare farmers, community gardeners and countryside staff for hosting school visits. The second day of this course is on 10th July 2012.This course is organized by FACE on behalf of the Access to Farms Partnership. It is sponsored by Monmouthshire County Council and the Rural Development Plan for Wales 2007-2013,... The Welfare Reform Act has impacted upon Housing Benefit regulations. This half-day Shelter Cymru session will help you to understand the implications of those changes for you and your clients.Price: £60 per person.Book for this course via the Shelter Cymru website or use the contact details below. The aim of this Carbon Trust event is to unlock the full cost and carbon-saving potential within your organisation. The workshop focuses on techniques to raise the profile of carbon management, engage staff and mobilise cultural change via a strategic approach.This FREE workshop is designed for managers and staff responsible for the environment, or for... If you work with volunteers, this is the course for you!During this course you will: - Explore and discuss different perceptions of volunteering - Learn about volunteering in it's current context - Discover general principles and receive guidance in developing good practise in volunteering - Be equipped to develop a volunteering policy for your organisation... The 4th Annual Lecture will be delivered by Stephen Rollnick PHD, Professor of Healthcare Communications in the Department of Primary Care and Public Health, Cardiff University. The lecture, From a gun to grateful thanks: a journey through motivational interviewing, will be hosted by Alun Ffred Jones AM and chaired by television and radio personality Nia Roberts. A light... |
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Horn Development Association is working on a new exciting project called Healthy Lifestyle Starting Blocks Awareness Programme, funded by people’s Health Trust. It’s a health awareness programme for women ages 18+ from different cultural backgrounds. The programme will consist of different tester sessions and therefore you are invited to the launch of Healthy Lifestyle Starting...
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FREE regional conferences organised by the National Family Learning NetworkEnrich your learning offer for families with a free one-day event, designed to showcase dynamic delivery ideas and exchange innovative practice.You will find out about new evaluation tools being developed by Durham University to measure the impact of family learning programmes. You will be able to...
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During this meeting we'll be 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 in the run-up to the event. If your group or organisation would like to get involved, please contact Jeremy Rees at... |
3 events,Sponsored by Gwalia, Shelter Cymru’s conferences always host informative and pertinent speakers, and we're not afraid to tackle significant issues, making the conference challenging and thought provoking. The Conference programme is available here (PDF).Find out more on the Shelter Cymru website. 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...
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The purpose of this conference is to: - Highlight the contribution Somali people make in Wales - Discuss Islam and its positive values - Discuss the main barriers facing the Somali community, particularly the young people - Explore ways to build more effective partnerships to achieve joined up working - Explore ways to improve community... |
5 events,Find out more about how your organisation can practically manage and handle social media within the workplace at Capital Law’s half day training course, including: - Monitoring emails and internet use: what is legal? - Excessive use of emails/internet for personal use: disciplinaries - Abuse of the internet/emails:- discrimination- bullying/harassment- bringing the employer into disrepute- ... - Try over 15 sports - Suitable for all ages - Sports for manual and powerchair users - Non-wheelchair users welcomeVisit www.wheelchairsportsspectacular.co.uk
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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...
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As part of CDC’s work to support the Community Development Workforce in Wales, a consultation event is to be held in Cardiff on Friday 29 June.This workshop is an opportunity for you to engage in a dialogue and debate regarding the potential development of a Code of Conduct for the Community Development field. Your responses... |
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Women Access Network invites you to the first bazaar to support feeding school children in need in Sudan Programme.A chance to buy traditional Sudanese, Egyptian and India food and sweets, and saris, books and much more.Bouncy castle and face painting for children.Price for adults: £1 each |
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Come along to see what's happening at Plasnewydd Community Garden Project, Shelley Gardens (off Shakespeare Street). There's an Open Day on Sunday 1 July. Bring a scarecrow, or help us build one, and join us for tea and cakes. If you're an expert gardener, your advice would be appreciated, or if you've never grown a... |
2 events,Promoting Equality and Managing Diversity training course is run by Full Circle, a social enterprise based in South Wales, supporting children and young people's well-being to improve educational outcomes. Full Circle provides training, resources, pupil workshops, consultancy services, and events to support youth well-being. This course explores the new equality legislation and its impact on public...
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The publication of the White Paper 'Building Better Lives and Communities' marks the final stage of the Welsh Government's consultation process on what will be the first Housing Bill for Wales.This briefing, delivered by John Puzey, Director of Shelter Cymru, will provide you with an outline of the proposed legislation and give you an opportunity... |
6 events,A one-day course facilitated by Children in Wales. This course is designed for managers and practitioners who wish to gain a clearer understanding of how their organisation, and key areas of work, fit into the main policy areas concerning children, young people and families in Wales. Participants will learn about distinct Welsh policies that influence both national... Are you ready to pay the price if you fail to comply with Human Resources and Employment Law?In partnership with HardingEvans Solicitors, Empower is running a half-day event in Cardiff to bring Trustees and Directors up to speed on their legal responsibilities in relation to Employment Law. Whether you are recruiting staff, managing performance, undertaking... This FREE Learning Disability Wales conference shares the successes of the Regional SEN Transition to Employment Initiative, featuring: website launch, how it fits with current policy agenda, the ongoing evaluation and an opportunity to hear the experiences of young disabled people.
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This course will help you to: - Get to grips with Results Based Accountability - Understand it's principles - Discover its context in relation to Cardiff
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Cardiff Third Sector Council, in partnership with Communities First Plasnewydd, Oasis Cardiff and Cardiff Centre for Lifelong Learning, is holding a free drop-in session for people with no computer skills or with some. The taster sessions is for people living, working or volunteering in the Plasnewydd area of Cardiff.
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This education conference is being organised by Action First Plus.Keynote speakers include local secondary head teachers, SEN practitioners and local politicians.Food and refreshments will be provided. |
2 events,This Learning Disability Wales training course looks at how valuing people with a learning disability is key to delivering better services. It considers how this can be done while achieving value for money, thereby resulting in positive outcomes for all. It will develop participants' understanding of how people with a learning disability have been, and...
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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... |
3 events,This half-day WCVA course aims to provide you with practical information so that you are able to understand the benefits of income you could generate from Gift Aid and the process of registration.By attending this session you will understand how to:• Register with HMRC to claim Gift Aid• Encourage your donors to complete Gift Aid declarations• Maintain appropriate... A one-day course facilitated by Windfall TrainingThe aim of this Children in Wales training is to help those working with children and young people gain a deeper understanding of the functional nature of behaviours that we consider challenging, and identify positive and progressive ways of responding. The course will offer a practice-based forum to consider...
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This course will introduce you to monitoring and evaluation - and explains why they are so important.By the end of the session, you will understand: - What can be measured - The different methods of measurement - How to design a simple monitoring and evaluation system |
2 events,Co-operative Enterprise – Building a Better WalesDelivering wealth creation and social responsibility FREE eventThe annual Co-operative Cymru/Wales Conference (in association with the Institute of Welsh Affairs) will, this year, be a special two-day event to celebrate the UN 2012 Year of the Co-operatives. The conference will focus on how the co-operative model can be utilised... HOST & AUCTIONEER ‘nessa2 the entertainer’ courtesy of CARDIFF MAGICAL SOCIETY Magic - ‘Sean Anthony-Davies’Escapology - ‘Chris White’Mentalist - ‘Nathan’Glass Walking - ‘Russell Wells’Close-up magic - ‘Elliott cooper’Disco supplied by Discos CymruThere will be a raffle, auction and silent auction.Tickets in advance £5 - over 18s onlyAvailable from Cathays Liberal Club, Cathays TerraceSean Anthony-Davies - 07981... |
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In association with the Forestry Commission Wales, this conference will engage with the Welsh Government’s policy to significantly increase the woodland cover in Wales from the present 14 per cent of the land area to 20 per cent by 2030. Creating new woodland offers benefits to the people in Wales aside from helping mitigate the... |
4 events,Course aimsThis Learning Disability Wales course aims to help you understand your role in supporting adults with their relationships and sexuality. People with learning disabilities have a right to develop and explore their own personal and sexual relationships.This course will help you support people to lead happy and fulfilled lives within the context of current... WCVA’s Criminal Records Unit is proud to offer a unique opportunity for you to gain a close understanding of changes in safeguarding and CRB checks, due to be phased in from this September.The Government plans to scale back criminal records and barring systems, while still maintaining effective safeguarding. Meanwhile, the Protection of Freedoms Act, which... This Diverse Cymru 12-hour MHFA (Wales) course is part of the national training programme for Wales and its partners include the Welsh Government, Health Challenge Wales and Mind Cymru.Comparisons can be drawn between MHFA and emergency first aid. In both cases members of the public can offer immediate aid and support the person to get...
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This course has been postponed until the autumn. Dates to be announced.This is a one day introductory course, and is intended for people with no experience of tendering, particularly smaller organisations who would like information to help them make an informed decision about whether to pursue contract opportunities.Learning Outcomes: - To improve understanding of the... |
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The Wyn Campaign, previously the Frail Older People’s Service Delivery Programme, focuses on supporting older people regain and retain independence. The Campaign covers Cardiff and the Vale and involves the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, the local authorities, the third sector and the Community Health Council, working together to develop and improve services for...
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Turn2us 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 tools and is currently providing free training on...
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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... |
2 events,To date, Llandaff Fields Community Trust has had a tremendous response from third sector organisations, clubs and societies to become involved with the Trust. Everyone is welcome to attend this meeting.This is a flagship development - a £1.2/3m development, with the support of Cardiff CC/Cardiff Met University and giving access to all in the Pontcanna,Canton/Llandaff...
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By the end of the session, you will: - Be able to undertake a training needs analysis - Know how to develop a training plan - Understand the different approaches to training and development - Recognise the importance of evaluating training |
1 event,On the 1 October 2010 all existing anti-discrimination legislation was replaced by the Equality Act 2010. The Act has removed inconsistencies, making legislation simpler to understand and comply with. It also strengthens the law, making it easier to tackle disadvantage and inequality.This Diverse Cymru course is particularly relevant for employers and service providers from the... |
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FREE entry at this multicultural event.There will be:- Live music- Bolywood dancers - An attempt at the Guinness World Record for the largest Bollywood dance- Market 'Bazaar'- Kids' Zone
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Fun Day for children aged 0-5 and their familiesIncluding: - Storyteller - Stalls - Raffle - Soft Play - Drumming - Acoustic Songs - Fancy Dress Competition - Bouncy Castle - Meet Sam Tân - Ball Pit - Tree Decorating - Face & Henna PaintingPlease help Cylch raise funds by donating as soon as possible:Welsh... |
1 event,Students from Cardiff University's Centre for Lifelong Learning have been attending a weekly creative writing course at The Cardiff Story Museum.They will be reading examples of their work. Come along to hear poetry, short prose pieces and dramatic monologues: stories about Cardiff, tracing its development from a coal port to a tourist destination, and its... |
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A guide to marketing your charity and its work.Registration: 9.30amStart: 10.00am.Finish: 1.00pm£15 Members / £20 Non-Members |
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This Talk Action interactive course will look closely at the roles a facilitator may play and how a facilitator’s role can encourage long term community development. It will build the confidence of anyone keen to be a good facilitator and give them a solid basis on which to develop their own skills.People attending this course...
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Cardiff School of Social Sciences in partnership with Communities First are holding an ‘Open Day Event’, targeting BME participants who are mostly underrepresented in the teaching profession.Dr Alan Dowler from Cardiff University will run an information session on the Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and other related courses that are on offer at Cardiff...
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DMD Matters / Remix Youth Forum invites you to a multicultural extravaganza.Explore the wonders of many different countries 'all under one roof'.Food - flavours of the worldFashion - dress of the worldMusic - rhythm of the worldDance - movement of the world |
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This NEW course from Cardiff Third Sector Council will equip you to: - Understand the Charity Commission - Understand what is a budget - Be able to put a budget together - Be able to manage a budget - Understand how to apply for funding |
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In times such as these, with charities having to cope with serious financial pressures, it is vital that trustees have a reasonable understanding of charity accounts and of the financial information that they need to exercise proper governance.This WCVA seminar is aimed at trustees and accountants, to point you in the right direction and clarify...
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In April, the Home Office launched the Destitution Domestic Violence (DDV) Concession, where women on a spousal visa who are destitute and have experienced domestic violence can apply for access to public funds while they complete an application for Independent Leave to Remain in the UK. Hosted by the Abolish No Recourse to Public Funds...
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The vast majority of people working in the voluntary sector are honest and committed. However, charities are not exempt from fraudulent activity - as is evident from recent press reports. It is therefore vital that organisations know what the dangers are and put in place sensible measures to prevent or detect fraud.This WCVA seminar will... |
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The Sub Sahara Advisory Panel (SSAP), in partnership with Africa UK, AFFORD and the Royal African Society, is organising its first conference, to look at funding opportunities for Diaspora Groups working in international development.Refreshments and lunch will be served. All are welcome. Admission is FREE. Please RSVP by emailing subsaharaadvisorypanel@gmail.com or phoning 07972100585. |
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1 event,Making Music, Changing Lives invites you to their FREE summer concert.Find out more about Making Music, Changing Lives here. |
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