Join Pedal Power over a free lunch and find out more about a free preventative health service for your patients and service users. Cardiff Pedal Power would like to welcome you to the year 2 launch of the Changing Gear Project. A free project that aims to work with: - People with long term conditions:...
As the leading credit union in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan with over 8,000 members of its ethical financial co-operative, Cardiff & Vale Credit Union is keen to expand the services it offers to employers and their staff in the area. The event will introduce you to who the Cardiff & Vale Credit Union is...
Fully funded This NewLink Wales course is specifically for people who have undertaken a two-day Motivational Interviewing course within the last 4 years and want to refresh and update their knowledge and skills. All too often practitioners attend a two-day course and several months later they either forget all about it, or can’t quite remember...
This practical Participation Cymru course will boost your confidence and skills when trying to engage with young people. Participants will share a toolbox of participative methods for consulting with/involving young people, explore the values of meaningful participation and learn skills that are practical, fun and transferable. Find out more and book via the Participation Cymru...
Policy Forum for Wales Keynote Seminar with Elin Jones AM, Deputy Leader and Shadow Minister for Health and Well-being, Plaid Cymru; Darren Millar AM, Shadow Minister for Health, Welsh Conservatives and Kirsty Williams AM, Leader and Health Spokesperson, Welsh Liberal Democrats and Tony Rucinski, Board of Community Health Councils in Wales Book online
Gift Aid can make a donation from an individual, who is a tax-payer (and most of us are), worth an extra 25p for each £1 donated for charitable, benevolent or philanthropic purposes. This Institute of Fundraising interactive session will help you to maximise your income from Gift Aid by offering practical hints & tips, alongside...
Funding programmes presentation with Mike Lewis, Wales Grant Manager **FREE OF CHARGE ** Glamorgan Voluntary Services and Cardiff Third Sector Council are jointly organising a presentation by the Lloyds Bank Foundation. Lloyds Bank Foundation is seeking to invest in registered charities that support people at critical points in their lives to break out of poverty...
FREE training What is the role of the Welsh language within the third sector? How is it relevant to you, your organisation and your service users? How can you plan to ensure you meet the needs of your audience? This half-day WCVA training session, run by the Welsh Language Commissioner, will look at the advantages...
Participation Cymru training courseAimsEngage more effectively with your online audience.ContentIf you're already using social media to engage with the public but would like to know how to create more engaging content, improve your reach and discover some new ideas and free tools, this session is for you!Find out more and book via the Participation Cymru...
A one-day Children in Wales course This Children in Wales course is for all practitioners working with young people who want to increase their understanding of why young people self harm, and how best to support those who do. Research has shown that self harm is viewed as a highly sensitive topic by professionals, parents...
Join poet Patrick Jones for a workshop for people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers using the Silent Explosion: Ivor Davies and Destruction in Art exhibition as inspiration. After a brief visit to the exhibition we will be taking some of its key elements as springboards to telling our own stories, our...
As part of the Bevan Foundation's work on how the benefits system can fit better with Wales' needs, you are invited to hear Craig Williams MP, Member for Cardiff North, member of the House of Commons Work and Pensions Select Committee and member of the Welsh Affairs Select Committee. This is a superb influencing opportunity given Craig's...
Young people's participation in Wales today - what does it look like? The overall aims of the Children in Wales conference will be to explore young people's understanding of participation, their aspirations and identifying opportunities for the wider and more meaningful participation of young people in Wales. There will also be an active Market Place...
Hear from inspirational speakers, join in the debate, have a go at one of the workshops and be entertained by a wide range of local performers. Inspirational talks from: Gillian Clarke (National Poet of Wales), Laura Bates (Everyday Sexism project) and Dawn Foster (Guardian journalist and author). The talks are FREE but ticketed, so click...
This semiar is organised by Ahmadiyya Muslim Women’s Association (Cardiff). The seminar is being held to raise awareness about the true role and responsibilities of a Muslim woman in today’s world. The Ahmadiyya Muslim women feel the need to explore ways in bringing people closer in an attempt to address issues such as radicalization, terrorism...
The network is run in partnership with the VCS Cymru. This will be the final network run in partnership before C3SC takes over the running of the volunteer centre. We have three speakers: Arielle Tye from ProMo-Cymru, Jan Balsdon from The Wallich and David Poole from C3SC. Cardiff University will also discuss the support its students...
By attending this course you will be able to: Understand what incorporation means for a voluntary organisation Explore the different incorporated structures Know the implications of setting up and running an incorporated organisation Understand the key components of a Memorandum and Articles of Association Book online To book, follow the link above. Alternatively, email training@c3sc.org.uk...
Chair - Sheleagh Llewellyn Secretary - Andy Warnock The South Wales’ Group continues to grow, attracting fundraisers from a wide range of third sector organisations, voluntary groups, charities, NHS Trusts, freelance professionals an students interested in the sector. In the last six months round table sessions have been held on the impact of Welsh Language...
During this Shelter Cymru training course you will learn how to: Stop an immediate eviction from a home or repossession Negotiate a withdrawal from an enforcement agency and manage other serious debt remedies from happening. Attendance on this course will give you the tools to help tenants and clients to deal with these emergency situations,...
This Learning Disability Wales course will include a recap on the principles of Making Information Easy to Read and Understand Level 1 and then look at how delegates can develop and improve their skills. This course will help delegates work with longer and more complex documents and will focus on: developing your use of easy...
Event sponsored by David Melding AM Gorwel invites you to attend: Refugees: What do we owe them and why? With Professor Phillip Cole – University of Bristol Europe is facing deep challenges in its collective response to the numbers of people seeking shelter within its borders from conflicts and instability in North Africa and the...
Three-day Participation Cymru training course - other dates: Thursday 10 March and Thursday 14 April This comprehensive, three-day accredited course is aimed at providing a greater awareness and understanding of participative engagement. Participants will gain a range of skills as well as build confidence in engaging with citizens and the community. Day one will focus...
Half-day Children in Wales course Problems with food can begin when it is used to cope with those times when you are bored, anxious, angry, lonely, ashamed or sad. Food becomes a problem when it it used to help you cope with painful situations or feelings, or to relieve stress, perhaps without you even realizing...
This Cardiff Council SCWDP training course is for managers in social care homes/agencies who chair POVA strategy meetings or who are in a position where they might be expected to do so. The aim of this course is to bring together those who chair POVA Strategy meetings to identify and build on the necessary chairing...
This Children in Wales course is for those working with, or caring for, children and young people experiencing issues regarding sexuality and gender dysphoria. The course will cover issues surrounding both sexuality and gender dysphoria in children and young people. Demonstrating ways as to how we can best promote mental health and ameliorate mental distress...
Care Council for Wales – Development of an agreed fitness to practice disciplinary, capability and professional regulatory process in social work and social care in Wales
The Care Council for Wales recently appointed Blue Turtle Consultants to carry out a piece of commissioned work, on their behalf, which entails the development of a process model for disciplinary, grievance and capability investigations. In particular this project aims to support private and third sector employers. The deliverables for the project will include a...
This NewLink Wales course is aimed at people with little or no knowledge of substance misuse. It will describe the most commonly misused categories of substances and list the effects of alcohol and the risks. It will also describe the different patterns of substance misuse and discuss the service provisions available. Voluntary Sector £140.00, Statutory...
Community Action Partnership: Working together to tackle fuel poverty in Cardiff National Energy Action Cymru, the fuel poverty charity which campaigns to ensure everyone in Wales can afford to keep their house warm, would like to invite you (or a representative) to attend an event to find out more about the support and assistance available...
You're invited to hear Reverend Aled Edwards deliver the EHRC 2016 human rights lecture. The lecture will explore the experience of Asylum Seekers, Migrants and Refugees and the key human rights challenges for Wales. There will be an opportunity to discuss: Is Wales really a welcoming country? What does respect and dignity mean in practice?...
StreetGames Sensation Caerphilly is a FREE activities event for 11-19 year olds. Caerphilly CBC has kindly extended the invitation to attend, to their neighbours in Cardiff, Blaenau Gwent, Merthyr, RCT, Newport, Vale, Bridgend and Torfaen. It's going to be an amazing day with over 20 different activities on offer, including Parkour, Skate Boarding, Mountain Bike...
The agenda for the meeting includes: - Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014 update - from a member of the regional development team. - Dewis Cymru - with Kris Rees from GVS on how Dewis works and how to upload services.- Commissioning.- Cardiff and Vale UHB Strategic Framework for Working with the Third Sector –...
WCVA has just confirmed the first conference of 2016, the Wales Charity Law and Governance Conference in partnership with Geldards law firm. The Annual Charity Law and Governance Conference returns to keep you apprised of all the latest legal and regulatory developments. Whether you're a Trustee, Chief Executive, Legal Advisor or Finance or Policy Officer, whether...
Sent on behalf of EHRC/ Anfonwyd ar ran CCHD Tackling inequalities in the workplace We would like to invite you to attend our next round of Equality and Human Rights Exchange events. These events will be held as follows: 15th March 2016 in Newport 16th March in Mold 17th March in Carmarthen The Tackling inequalities...
DLF's Trusted Assessor Training is accredited at Level II by the Open College Network. This Care & Repair Cymru course provides training for community staff in the assessment, use and fitting of basic daily living equipment. It includes presentations, discussion and practical demonstrations covering a number of areas including assessment and intervention, risk, issuing responsibilities...
Be well for life What's on? - Health checks - Experts on a variety of health issues - Health-related displays and stalls - InterActive Schools Zone - Language support provided If you would like a stand / stall at the event, please complete the booking form that's on our website. Call (01495) 763650 or email...
By attending this course you will be able to: Understand the difference between business and strategic planning Understand the purpose of business and strategic plans, and why every organisation needs one Appreciate the benefits of the planning process Be able to develop comprehensive business and strategic plans Book online Follow the link above, email training@c3sc.org.uk...
Throughout this NewLink Wales course learners will develop a basic knowledge and understanding around domestic abuse and the impact on victims. This course will: Explore different types of abuse Summarise what is meant by victims of abuse Examine challenges faced by victims Investigate how to overcome the barriers Explain the use of ‘screening tools’...
There are currently 106,000 people in Wales living with sight loss but that number is set to double over the next 25 years. This RNIB Cymru workshop will equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to ensure you can meet the challenges of this growing population. This workshop will: Give you a greater understanding...
FULLY BOOKED By attending this course you will be able to: Review your current approach of developing a bid Apply new techniques to give bids a winning ‘edge’ Understand and meet the expectations of funders The course uses real-life case studies to help you understand what you need to consider to plan and write a...
The Social Services and Well-Being (Wales) Act will be implemented from April this year, which means you need to get ready. To help you, WCVA will be hosting a free webinar offering an introduction to the Act, and what this may mean to the third sector. To register your place, please email dcook@wcva.org.uk Read more
This free event will look at ways in which European policy and funding might be used alongside Welsh policy and public investments to help tackle poverty and social exclusion as an over-arching Welsh Government priority, making a positive impact on people’s lives. The Welsh economy and labour market has benefited from billions of pounds of...
WCVA training courseAimsNew Dates To enable participants to see how the impact of their project or organisation can be demonstrated and help decision making now and in the future. It will also address any particular areas for development to help participants draw up a realistic action plan for improvement.ContentUsing the Inspiring Impact code of good...
Participation Cymru trainingAim: to develop a greater understanding of the need to use appropriate language and formats when preparing accessible information for the public. Content: providing accessible information that is jargon free, appropriate and understandable (National Principle for Public Engagement No. 5) is a key element in helping to achieve success in your engagement...
Shared learning from the Welsh Local Government Association, Monmouthshire Council and the Wales Audit Office About the seminar This seminar draws on the key learning drawn from local government preparation for the Well-being of Future Generations Act that will be of interest across all public services in Wales. The Wales Audit Office has been actively...
C3SC is running this course in partnership with Diverse Cymru. By attending this course you will be able to: Understand the extent of mental health issues in the Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) population Understand mental ill health in individuals from BME communities Understand how to signpost individuals from BME communities to mental health services...
Establishing a Third Sector MHF Strategy We will be holding a special Forum event on this day to support the development of a third sector MHF strategy. Cardiff & Vale UHB are keen to develop a strategy with the third sector. This will enable us to clarify our strengths & values and clarify our points in relation to...
C3SC is pleased to announce that a day of pre-booked appointments has been organised in collaboration with BBC Children in Need. The opportunity to access this very popular funding programme is open to voluntary and community groups that work with disadvantaged children and young people. Groups serving Cardiff will be able to apply for a...
Have you ever thought about working in a partnership with others to deliver a project? In the current economic climate most funders expect this way of working, many insist on it. Would it work for you? Come along and find out: The pros and cons of partnership working How to get started Different ways of...
You are cordially invited to Race Council's Cymru's All Wales Annual Race Equality Conference 2016. This year the conference title is 'The Impact of Racist Incidents and Racist Hate Crime on Victims'. Click HERE to register for the All Wales Annual Race Equality Conference 2016.
We regret that this training course has been cancelled. If your organisation is thinking about embarking on fundraising for a launch, a major new service or large scale building project, then this course is for you. Raising funds for a capital project can seem like a daunting task. This course simplifies the process and shows...
C3SC is pleased to announce that a day of pre-booked appointments has been organised in collaboration with the Community Foundation in Wales. The opportunity to access a huge variety of funding that is open to voluntary and community groups that work with people suffering from poverty and disadvantage, refugees, the environment, victim support services, education...
This one-day Children in Wales course aims to deliver a balanced, non-sensationalist approach to help professionals inform and support parents in protecting children when using the internet. The course is aimed at a wide variety of practitioners working with children and families including those working for Families First, Communities First, Flying Start and foster carers....
Protect your organisation against theft, mismanagement of funds and other financial risks Aims This WCVA course provides an overview of the responsibilities held by managers or trustees with specific involvement in charity financial administration. Content Charities and voluntary organisations can be vulnerable to theft, damage to or mismanagement of funds, and other financial risks. Learn...
Small Changes Add Up - a series of free cross-sector seminars to explore how partnership working and organisational change can help to embed active community engagement and participatory ways of working at the heart of any organisation. What's it about? Drawing from the wealth of learning that has emerged from the Paul Hamlyn Foundation's Our...
Women Connect First cordially invites you to the 2016 International Women’s Day celebration. They are expecting over 500 people to attend. There will be guest speakers, live performances, complementary therapy, threading, children's activities, henna tattoos and much more:! You will also have the opportunity to display and advertise your work and activities by having stall...
C3SC is running this course in partnership with Diverse Cymru. By attending this course you will be able to: Understand the extent of mental health issues in the Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) population Understand mental ill health in individuals from BME communities Understand how to signpost individuals from BME communities to mental health services...
Diverse Cymru invites you to the day of action for the Age of Justice project which has been kindly sponsored by Lesley Griffiths AM, Minister for Communities and Tackling Poverty. Diverse Cymru has been funded by Welsh Government to conduct a research and awareness raising project into Crimes Against Older People in Wales. On Thursday...
C3SC is running this course in partnership with Diverse Cymru. By attending this course you will be able to: Understand the extent of mental health issues in the Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) population Understand mental ill health in individuals from BME communities Understand how to signpost individuals from BME communities to mental health services...
Over the last ten years New Psychoactive Substances have dramatically changed the drug market in the UK. 400 new drugs have become available for sale in Europe over the last five years and synthetic cannabinoid products are now the main reason drug users seek emergency medical treatment. Against this ever changing landscape it is...
Want to make your organisation’s activities more effective for your stakeholders? Interested in demonstrating your hard work to partners, funders and social investors? As a social enterprise or community organisation, a continual concern is how to improve the quality of service you provide for your stakeholders. Combined with a pressure to spend money wisely, it...
This one-day TPAS Cymru course gives you an opportunity to look at some essential ingredients to help make your engagement methods a real success. The course will also include some hands-on, visual and practical sessions. During the day you will: Understand how to identify appropriate engagement methods Identify how to evaluate outcomes Explore some new ideas...
Do you want help to understand Dewis Cymru better? Would you like some assistance to add your service(s) to Dewis Cymru? Then the Open Day on Thursday 31 March 2016 is for you. 30-minute sessions will be available for the day with one-to-one assistance provided. Slots need to be booked in advance and are open...