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We regret that this course has been cancelled. Apologies for any inconvenience.This course will enable you to understand the duties and responsibilities of being a trustee and what it means in practice.By the end of the session you will: - Be familiar with a range of recruitment methods to attract a diversity of trustees -...
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Riverside Advice is holding a drop-in session where their debt advisers will provide debt advice and assist in applying for a grant to clear electric and gas arrears. Anyone who is claiming benefits, in financial difficulty or on a low income is welcome. Criteria for applying for the grant to clear electric and gas arrears...
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This event takes place on World Stroke Day 2013 - Free blood pressure and pulse check - Short video on Transient Ischaemic Attacks (TIAs) - Interactive session with Dr Hamsaraj Shetty, UHW |
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Social Evening for those under 65 with a diagnosis of dementia and their carers. |
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Are you interested in finding out how you can have your say on a proposed law progressing through Parliament?Parliament's Outreach Service is holding a free Public Bill Seminar on Thursday 31 October 2013, from 1-3pm on how to engage with Parliament’s scrutiny of legislation.This event will demonstrate how you can best engage with MPs and Lords... |
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For disabled children aged 7-19Please book as soon as possible as spaces are limited. One-to-one support cannot be provided but a parent or sibling can attend.All participants will receive a WRU Rugby Stars Goody Bag including T-Shirt, water bottle, pen, sweat band. A member of the Wales National Squad will also be in attendance.For more... |
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FREE event. All welcome.There will be a carnival procession leaving from Riverside Play Centre at 11.45am to kick off the festivities. Arrive a 10.45am to get into costume and practise the carnival rhythms.Enjoy:- Healthy eating cookery demonstrations- Local performers: song and dance- Drum workshop- Photo booth- Arts and Crafts- Face painting- Food- Stalls |
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By the end of the course participants should be able to:- Describe what is meant by ‘new psychoactive substances’ and list the most commonly misused substances- Identify the effects and risks of these substances- Explore the role of the internet in this drugs market and how procurement is changing- Recognise the legal position and identify...
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Penarth Pier Pavilion welcomes our veterans to a welfare support day dedicated to them.A number of veterans’ support organisations will be on hand to provide information and advice to veterans. If you or members of your family have served in the Armed Forces this is for you.Doors will open at 10.00am for coffee and the... |
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An introductory level half-day Diverse Cymru workshop that provides a basic introduction to mental health, mental distress, improves understanding and knowledge and shows you how to reduce stigma and discrimination.Cost: £55 per person Find out more at www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/mental-health-awareness/ The success of your organisation is affected by the sphere and quality of influence you have, which is why this interactive WCVA workshop will look at models covering the ‘inner and outer game’ of influencing. It will help you spot opportunities for influencing stakeholders and funders by thinking differently and developing other perspectives of your... A two-day Children in Wales courseAll children have the right to live lives free from abuse and neglect but recent events highlight, yet again, how difficult it can be for so many adults to recognise, and act on concerns about the safety or welfare of a child. The UN Convention on the Rights of the...
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We regret that this course has been postponed. Apologies for any inconvenience.This course is invaluable for those Boards who have employed a Chief Officer, or who are thinking of doing so. It sets out how to manage the relationship between the Board and officer, including work setting, reporting and legal responsibilities. Ideal for: organisations wishing...
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The Alzheimer's Society Dementia Café provides an opportunity for anyone affected by dementia to get together for mutual support and companionship. |
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Everything every small charity needs to know to get started in raising funds from individuals tax-effectively. Who should attend this Institute of Fundraising session? Fundraisers from small charities who are looking to raise funds from individuals and maximise their charity’s tax reliefs from HMRC. Learning Outcomes By the end of the session fundraisers will be... Good governance enables organisations to make the best use of their resources. This is advanced notice of a free interactive seminar for Trustees by the Wales Audit Office, the Charity Commission and Good Practice Wales. This seminar will bring together the most up-to-date practices from across Wales and beyond.Including: - Not reinventing the wheel; -... ‘Incidents targeting people because of who they are (e.g. hate crimes) are under-reported, meaning many victims are unable to access the support they need, or to secure justice’. In 2011/12, there were 1809 hate incidents and crimes reported to the police in Wales, of which 1368 were racially and religiously motivated, 244 were motivated by...
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An invitation to Diverse Cymru friends and associates to view the successes that they have achieved in the last 12 months, the launch of our business plan and an opportunity to chat to project staff and discuss the organisation's current and future projects and partnership work. 12.30 Lunch 13.30 Business Plan launch 13.45...
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Do you have a story to tell about your community? Or a local concern you want to voice? Perhaps you belong to a community group wanting to promote activities and events online, share photos, videos and information?Welcome to Social Media!Free websites (often called Social Media) like Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube and blogs can help you...
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An invitation to Assembly Members and Professionals ... Mark Drakeford AM - Minister for Health and Social Services is to host a Presentation by Alcoholics Anonymous 'Recovery for Life' The aim is to help professionals and Assembly Members get a better understanding of Alcoholics Anonymous. One of our Key objectives is to dispel the myth that... |
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In the know? Do we understand our communities’ needs, and how well we are meeting them?In the current financial situation, the need to be ‘in the know’ has never been so important. Our ability to target resources and to prioritise public services and ensure value for money is essential.It is therefore vital that we understand... A Living Room Cardiff event - meet for food at The Living Room at 6pmFREE EVENTCome along to see Mike Hayward's one man show – humour, tragedy, and thought provoking insights into life. Mike is 25 years in recovery.Living Roomers have previously seen this show in Swansea – it is very good and highly recommended.There...
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Save the Children invites you to attend: TOO YOUNG TO FAIL - Giving all children a fair chance in lifeAttendance is free and is on a first come, first served basis.It is widely acknowledged that living on or below the poverty line often traps children into a cycle of low educational attainment. Today in Wales...
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This course develops sound practice in how to recruit staff. The content of this course is aimed at smaller to medium organisations. It covers advertising, selection from application forms to interviews, and a summary of the legal processes required.Ideal for: organisations who intend to start employing staff, or who aspire to recruit for new positions. Registration:... |
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Co-hosted by Cardiff University and Shelter CymruPolicy makers, practitioners and advocacy organisations rely on sound, credible research to inform and push for changes. As the first ever Welsh Housing Bill enters scrutiny stage this autumn, Cardiff University and Shelter Cymru are co-hosting a conference that will be a platform for current housing research, policy and... |
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Do you have group facilitation or training skills and want to make a difference? Mind Cymru would like to offer you the opportunity to become a trainer delivering an internationally-recognised programme. SafeTALK is a suicide alertness programme that prepares anyone over the age of 15 to recognise people who are having thoughts of suicide and...
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Get together with others in the field of learning. This FREE event highlights the third sector’s contribution in widening access and partnership working During the event you will:· Hear insights and ideas from other third sector organisations · Enjoy the opportunity for speed networking - please bring along your business cardsDownload the programme and booking form here. Here's...
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Are you a sports club based in the South West of the city? If so, come along to this Sport Cardiff sports club consultation evening. |
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Diverse Cymru is pleased to announce the start of delivery of their Agored accredited training to help combat extremism in Wales.This is a 30-hour training unit, accredited (Level 3), which includes three 1-day engagement workshops and home study. The workshops will be held in Cardiff on: 12th, 19th and 26th November.Becoming an ‘approved’ Challenging Extremism... Trainer: Arielle Tye Duration: 1 day Format: Training courseAim:For participants to explore how they could use social media within their own organisation to engage with service users and communities.Content:Participants will explore the use of social media as tools for citizen, community and service user engagement. This course will enable participants to explore and identify opportunities...
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Co-production – what it means for Health and Social Care Services With the recent emphasis and interest on the benefits of Coproduction, Public Health Wales, Aneurin Bevan Health Board and Co-production Wales (All in this Together) have worked in partnership to deliver a Coproduction event for Health and Social Care Staff on 12th November 2013....
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This practical Institute of Fundraising session will provide some answers to these questions: - What are funders looking for in an application? - What are the processes that funders use to assess your application? - How do you increase the chances of making your application successful?There will be tips on presenting your project in a...
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Looking at the basics of developing and hosting your own website, this course will look at the range of options to put your media on the internet. It provides guidance on the range of tools and solutions that can be used to develop vibrant, informative and powerful websites.Ideal for: Information Officers, IT leads and those... |
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A Learning Disability Wales course to help you develop and improve your skills in making written information clear and easy to read and understand.Find out more in the Learning Disability Wales online flyer (PDF). This training is run by the Wales International Development Hub.This course aims to introduce participatory techniques which can be put to practical use in your project work in Africa. Together, groups will look at participatory techniques, power and empowerment as well as influence and interventions.This course is ideal for anyone who is working with a... Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is replacing Disability Living Allowance. This Learning Disability Wales course explains who will be affected and how to claim effectively.Find out more in the online flyer (PDF).
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We regret that this course has been postponed. Apologies for any inconvenience. Content; Consortium working is increasingly vital to be able to compete for funding. This course explores getting the most from the many networks and planning groups in the area, and how best to work in partnerships. Essential study for those looking to explore...
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Barnardo’s Cymru Seraf Service would like to invite you to the exhibition entitled ‘Something for Something’.This exhibition is about young people’s experiences of growing up, their relationships, the dangers of sexual exploitation and how through the therapeutic arts they have been able to process and overcome traumatic events. This event will include live music, with all... |
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You're invited to the launch of Co-Creating Healthy Change, a Big Lottery funded portfolio of ten projects working across Cardiff and the Vale to engage and involve communities in helping to shape health and well-being services, and promote healthy living by empowering service users to feel able to advocate for their own needs, concerns and...
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This Introduction to Mindfulness Workshop is an excellent way to familiarise yourself with mindfulness practice and give an understanding of the benefits it will bring to you. It is a perfect taster for mindfulness before taking an 8 week mindfulness training course.Please bring a vegetarian lunch to share.Cost - Significantly reduced - ONLY £20 per...
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This course provides an overview of how to employ staff within your organisation. Covering the legal processes of contracting staff, beginning and ending employment, this day is essential to develop an understanding of employment.Ideal for: any organisation looking to employ new staff or wishing to know more about employment.Registration 9.45am
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Bipolar UK is developing a Carers Service in Wales for carers of people affected by bipolar. They would value your input into the development of this service and invite you to a Bipolar UK Carers Workshop.Refreshments and a light lunch to follow.If you would like to share your thoughts and attend the Carers Workshop or... |
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Children in Wales' Preventing Bullying Behaviour Group presents: Bullying - Sharing the ChallengeThere is significant recognition of the importance of early intervention and prevention strategies, which include cultivating respectful relationships which help reduce negative attitudes that lead to bullying and hate crime incidents. This conference will consider how, by sharing a collective understanding of bullying...
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The Connecting Learners project has organised an "autumn round" of their flagship workshop: Essential Skills & Dyslexia Awareness. Aimed at staff development managers/co-ordinators, HR officers and anyone with line management responsibility - this free one day workshop will look at the Welsh Governments programme to improve adult literacy, numeracy and IT skills. Participants will: - Investigate... |
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A Children in Wales one-day course This course is aimed at all those interested in the emotional development of babies and children, and particularly those working with, or supporting children and families in stressful circumstances. Attachment disorder has come to be understood as a major contributor to behavioural and emotional problems in children, and in the... Delivered in partnership with The Institute of Fundraising, the Certificate in Fundraising gives front-line fundraisers a solid grounding in the theoretical concepts and principles behind fundraising, helping you to be the best you can be.To gain the qualification you need to attend four consecutive days of intensive training, and successfully complete a series of four...
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As part of Alcohol Awareness Week, Theatr Fforwm and partners invite you to a forum theatre performance at the Senedd.'Decent Night Out?' explores the issue of alcohol misuse amongst young people and the associated risks, questioning what it means to have a 'decent night out'.The event is sponsored by the Minister for Health and Social... |
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Open to those with dementia and their families. This month showing ‘Pink Panther strikes again’.
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We regret that this course has been cancelled. Apologies for any inconvenience.This course specifically addresses the need to produce media that is accessible for a range of clients, including visually impaired clients, clients with a learning disability and those with additional support needs. It covers the production of audio, easy-read and electronic formats.Ideal for: organisations...
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Carers' Group – specifically for those caring for someone under the age of 65.
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Fully bookedWith a greater emphasis on tenders and bids than ever before, this popular course starts with an introduction to bid writing, and develops into a comprehensive guide to maximising your chances in drafting Lottery, grant or competitive funding bids.Ideal for: any organisation that wishes to maximise their bid writing skills. - “I thought it... |
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Full-day Shelter Cymru course. Price: £130 per delegate. Concessionary rate: £85. If you would like to book a place, please visit our website www.sheltercymru.org.uk or call 01792 483020. Alternatively, you can email training@sheltercymru.org.uk Do you take your gender for granted? How does it feel to be trapped in the wrong body? This half-day Diverse Cymru course will show you how to help and support people who feel like this and people who may wish to undergo, are undergoing or have undergone surgery to meet their full potential.Cost: £55... The Learning Disability Wales Annual Conference this year will be focusing on the theme of relationships for people with a learning disability. They will have a lively mix of interactive and informative workshops, speakers and drama looking at friendships, relationships and the people that matter in our lives. They will be looking at topics such...
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Coffee morningAll welcome.To remember those who have been killed as a result of transphobia, and to raise awareness of the continued abuse transgender people receive across the world. Meet members of the Cardiff and Vale Trans Voices Group for an informal cup of coffee and a chat.For more information visit www.facebook.com/tvcardiffandvale or email transvoices@cardiff.gov.uk
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East Cardiff, Llanedeyrn and Pentwyn (ECLP) Communities First is setting up health projects in North Cardiff. At this introductory session you'll get a chance to find out more about what's going on in your local area as well as giving your ideas on what's most needed. A free buffet is provided and there are also...
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This is a special event to celebrate the tremendous accomplishments of special individuals in the community, and say a special thanks to the 2013 Inspire Award winners. Be inspired as you hear stories of how their actions are making a difference throughout the city of Cardiff. There will be food and refreshments, inspirational words from... |
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A safe and relaxed place for those affected by or concerned about dementia to meet and gain information and share experiences.
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Would you like to improve your organisation’s fundraising capacity? In the current economic climate, more and more third sector organisations are exploring new ways to generate income, but what role should trustees have in this process? WCVA's new seminar for trustees, Fundraising: getting the most from your board, will help you develop an innovative fundraising... |
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Full-day Shelter Cymru course. Price: £130 per delegate. Concessionary rate: £85. If you would like to book a place, please visit our website www.sheltercymru.org.uk or call 01792 483020. Alternatively, you can email training@sheltercymru.org.uk Please join Diverse Cymru for the launch of the Heritage Lottery Funded Film: All Our Stories - Writing BME history back into Welsh History.Stories of growing up as a minority here in Cardiff.Refreshments will be provided followed by the film and then a debate about representation of the BME community in Welsh Heritage and History.A...
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We regret this course has been postponed. Apologies for any inconvenience.Offering more detailed insight around structuring staff, this course provides guidance on bringing new staff into your organisation. It covers induction, objective setting, reviewing, and how to successfully transmit your organisation’s culture to new staff.Ideal for: small to medium organisations looking to ensure they are...
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Chwarae Teg is proud to be an official partner of Parliament Week 2013 and in this capacity is running a number of events to celebrate ‘women in democracy’. Delegates will be able to hear from a number of speakers and find out about how to get involved in decisions that affect their communities and what... |
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The parents with learning disabilities network is aimed at both parents with learning disabilities and their supporters.The network meetings are organised by Learning Disability Wales, Carmarthenshire People First, Vale People First and Conwy Connect for Learning Disabilities.If you are interested in joining this network, please email enquiries@learningdisabilitywales.org.ukFind out more on the Learning Disability Wales website.
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Annual Light a Candle Ecumenical Event commemorating International Day to End Violence against Women
Annual Light a Candle Ecumenical Event commemorating International Day to End Violence against Women
The event will start with a march from BAWSO (9, Cathedral Road) at 10:00am to Llandaff Cathedral. Guest speakers: Local Government Minister and Survivor.Lunch & bazaar at Bawso
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You are cordially invited to the Race Council Cymru Annual General Meeting. Papers relating to the AGM such as the annual report, Agenda, etc. will be emailed to everyone prior to that date. |
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This NewLink Wales course offers a useful and in-depth exploration of Personality Disorder within the context of substance misuse. There has been a lot of debate on these issues over recent years and this session aims to challenge the myths that surround this subject area. The impact of Personality Disorder and substance misuse on teams... Full-day Shelter Cymru course. Price: £130 per delegate. Concessionary rate: £85. If you would like to book a place, please visit our website www.sheltercymru.org.uk or call 01792 483020. Alternatively, you can email training@sheltercymru.org.uk The introduction of universal credit from October 2013 will fundamentally change the current system of benefits and tax credits. This one-day Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) course in Cardiff examines how the new benefit will work and the likely effect on claimants.Find out more and book your place via the CPAG website.
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Working Together to Maximise IncomeFree Turn2us benefits and grants workshopTurn2us helps people in financial need gain access to welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help – online, by phone and face to face through our partner organisations. Turn2us is part of the national charity, Elizabeth Finn Care. Everything you need in one placeThe Turn2us website...
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With more and more third sector funding sources being tendered for, this course will give your organisation an overview of how tendering works. It covers what tendering is and how your organisation can take part to maximise your chances.Including: - Jargon buster: commissioning, procurement, tendering, contracting - Are you fit for contracting? - The procurement... |
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This full day Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) course for advisers examines the replacement of disability living allowance (DLA) for adults by a new ‘personal independence payment’ (PIP) from April 2013.The course covers: - who can claim PIP - the structure of the benefit - the assessment criteria and process - claims, awards and appeals... Social Evening for those under 65 with a diagnosis of dementia and their carers. |
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A one-day Children in Wales course Why do some young people cope with difficulties more easily than others? What factors really make a difference to how we deal with adversity? What can practitioners do to make a difference? This one-day course explores how you can develop an approach that builds on strengths to help young people... Full-day Shelter Cymru course. Price: £130 per delegate. Concessionary rate: £85. If you would like to book a place, please visit our website www.sheltercymru.org.uk or call 01792 483020. Alternatively, you can email training@sheltercymru.org.uk
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Further to demand this session is a one-off session, which may take place again and/or may be scheduled regularly in the future.
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An interactive forum for employers and people on the Autistic SpectrumA series of talks and workshops aiming to: - Open employers’ minds to employing people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions; - Make people on the autism Spectrum aware of local opportunities for employment SpeakersRobert Lloyd Griffiths, Autism Employment Ambassador for WalesJenny Berman, Autism ConsultantKeith Ingram, Lead Officer,...
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Book before 1 November and get two places for the price of one. Step into the Tardis and take a trip to the future to take a peek over the horizon to see what's in store for the third sector in Wales. Jeff Cuthbert AM will be on hand to tell delegates about the... |
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Run by Diverse Cymru, this half-day workshop will enable you to gain a better understanding of race, faith, homophobic, transphobic and disability hate crime and to discuss strategies to raise awareness within your workplace or with the communities you work and live in.Cost: £55 per personFind out more at www.diversecymrutraining.org.uk/understanding-hate-crime/
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The network is facilitated by Cardiff Third Sector Council in order to provide a forum for third sector advice providers to work in partnership with Cardiff Council, one of the largest funders for advice work in Cardiff. If you're interested in joining the network or would like to attend the event, please contact Kevin (his...
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Rights, Advice, Support• Know your right to financial and practical support• Get the right advice about your finances• Make the most of support from technologyFind out more at the Advice and Information stands.Speak to Sue and Nigel from Cardiff and Vale UHB Carers Support.This event is also taking place at Barry Library from 10am to... |
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Welsh Centre for International Affairs invites you to celebrate the 75 years of the Temple of Peace. See the full programme on the WCIA website. |
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