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E-Bulletin 03 February 2011 |
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Could your Lottery- funded project benefit from national media exposure and winning £2000?
This year’s
annual search to find the UK’s favourite
Lottery-funded projects is now underway. The Awards are your chance to
tell your story and celebrate the hard work, dedication and achievements
of your Lottery-funded project and the people involved in running them.
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Social Impact Programme Targets Ireland’s Innovative Social Entrepreneurs
Social Entrepreneurs Ireland is now accepting applications for the Social Impact Programme, including tailored practical assistance and funding of up to €130,000 to develop innovative approaches for addressing social problems or issues in Ireland.
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UnLtd are looking for people who want to make a difference- come and meet us!
UnLtd supports individuals who want to create a positive change in their communities. We call these people ‘Social Entrepreneurs’: ‘social’ because they are interested in their community or society, and ‘entrepreneur’ because they make things happen. We help them by providing advice, training, cash and other types of support that they may need to run their project.
UnLtd works with people over the age of 16 who are based in the UK and who have an idea to respond to a social or environmental issue. In addition to our core programme we also run programmes focusing on social entrepreneurs over the age of 50 and people with digital ideas to help improve the health and well-being of the UK public.
We will be hosting a series of informal information sessions and light lunches in February and March 2011. These will be opportunities to meet face-to-face with staff and find out about who we support, how we support them and how our application process works.
Derry/Londonderry, Cresco Trust - 15th February 11.30am-2.30pm Belfast, UnLtd offices - 16th February 12.30pm - 2.30pm Enniskillen, Fermanagh House - 16th February 11.30am -2.30pm Coleraine, West Bann Development Centre - 3rd March 11.30am - 2.30pm
Each session will begin with a cafe conversation in which people can find out more about UnLtd, discuss their ideas and meet staff. At lunch, there will be a presentation on our work and an opportunity to hear from previous Award Winners, followed by a Q&A session. It is possible to attend at any stage or register for only one session.
Who should attend? People 16 and over living in Northern Ireland who wish to apply for an award, either as an individual or an informal group. Any community or development workers who can help us promote the programme in their area or who are interested in our work. Business advisors working with Start up/Social Entrepreneurship programmes.
For further information and to register, please phone Jane Bryson on 028 9024 4007. For more about UnLtd and our work in supporting social entrepreneurs, please go to www.UnLtd.org.uk |
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Are you looking for work in Information Technology?
Applications open for 12 week Kickstart 2 Work IT Course.
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Co-ordinator - WHSCT Area Strengthening Families Programme Pilot
Job Title: Strengthening Families Programme Co-ordinator Salary: SO2 £27,600 (Pro rata) Hours of Work: 36 Hours per week for 6 months (subject to further funding) Based at: Strabane Family Centre Start Date: 1st April 2011 Responsible to: Derry Healthy Cities Management Board Reports to: Project Director of Derry Healthy Cities
The closing date is 12 noon Tuesday 15th of February; applications will be accepted via email or hard copy. All enquiries to info@derryhc.com
Please see attached for full job description, application form and Equal Opportunities monitoring form. |
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Foundation Diploma in Training & Education in Supported Employment (FDSE)
The Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) would like to inform you of the dates scheduled for the forthcoming Foundation Diploma in Training & Education in Supported Employment (FDSE) in UNISON, Belfast:
Workshop 1: 24 & 25 February 2010 Workshop 2: 7 & 8 April 2010
This training is suitable for Employment Officers/Facilitators working in the field of vocational training and employment for people with disabilities and those currently employed in facilitating people with support needs to find and keep employment.
Please contact NIUSE on 028 71377709 or info@niuse.org.uk. Places on this training are limited, therefore early booking is advisable. |
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European Commission launches the European Year of Volunteering 2011
Volunteer Now
would like to invite you to an information
workshop about the European Year of Volunteering. The workshops will
provide an opportunity to look in detail at the aims of the year and how
organisations can get the best from it. The workshops will take place on:
3 February, Ballybot House, Newry, 10am-12noon. 3 February, The Braid Townhall Museum + Arts Centre, Ballymena, 2.30-4.30pm. 24 February, The Junction, L'Derry, 2.30pm-4.30pm.
If you would like to book a place at a workshop please email ciaran.rice@volunteernow.co.uk |
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Family Mediation NI seeks new trustees
Family Mediation NI (FMNI) is a voluntary charitable organisation based in Belfast, which aims to provide an independent, non-judgemental third party mediation service to separating/divorcing couples.
FMNI is currently looking for new Trustees with varied life experiences and perspectives to take a place on the Board. As a new Trustee you will feel passionately about our work and will help provide governance and direction for the future as we support and empower families through their difficulties.
We value a diverse range of skills, experience and backgrounds and welcome expressions of interest from anyone with particular strengths in: - Human Resources - Fundraising - Strategic Thinking
To arrange an informal discussion or for more information please email Pip Jaffa at pip@pachelp.org |
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Dove House Learner Access Engagement Project
Do you want to increase or brush up on your English, Maths, or I.C.T & Internet Skills? It’s never too late! We are here to help!
Do you want to improve your employment prospects? Why not enrol on one of our many short courses? - Basic Food Hygiene/Safety in Catering - Introduction to Counselling Skills L2 - NOCN Photoshop - Beginners Computers and Using Internet & Email - OCN Introduction to Food, Drink & Cooking All courses are accredited qualifications.
Courses available @ Dove House, Corn Beef Tin (CNP), C.P.T.A
If you are currently unemployed, aged 18+ and without level 2 qualifications i.e. GCSE , NVQ or equivalent
Courses Begin February 2011 - Enrolment times: Monday 7th February 2011 – Thursday 10th February 2011 9am-7pm and Friday 11th February 2011 9.30am-3pm
For further information telephone Patti O Hagan at Dove House on 71 269327 or why not call in to our office @ Dove House, 32 Meenan Sq, Bogside, Derry.
Please see attached for a full timetable of training. |
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Thursday 3 March, 9.30am – 4.30 pm, UNISON Centre, Belfast.
UNISON is hosting the first conference of its kind in Northern Ireland addressing the needs and issues of people experiencing abuse in same sex relationships. Opening the Closet Door is a partnership initiative between LASI, Rainbow, the 24hr Domestic Violence helpline, Victim NI and Youth Action supported by the PSNI and the Domestic and Sexual Violence Unit in the DHSSPS. The conference is aimed at professionals and service providers to put the issues and complexities of same sex relationship abuse on the radar to promote awareness and discussion and improve services and accessibility. Nel Whiting, Learning Development Worker from Scottish Women’s Aid will introduce the context for the issues in terms of gender based violence and argues that the issue of same sex abuse is a gendered issue.
The conference will be workshop based offering an introductory session on sexual orientation awareness and subsequent workshops on issues for men, women, young people and the challenges for service and support provision. The day will conclude with a discussion about the way forward and some recommendations and conclusions. Professionals and agencies are very welcome, please book early to avoid disappointment. (£25 statutory, £15 voluntary)
Please RSVP Harriet Long - harriet@rainbow-project.org |
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Be The Change You Wish To See…
A conference to animate debate around our role in transforming the current realities. To explore our connection with the rest of the world and promote solidarity and action.
When: Wednesday 9th March 2011 Time: 9.30- 3.30 Venue: The Playhouse, Artillery Street, Derry
The event will include a range of media: including speakers, interactive workshop and the performance of the play, ‘Not My Problem’.
Keynote Speakers: Richard Moore & Seamus Farrell
Panel Discussion: There will be a cross-sectoral panel who will propose solutions, alternatives and ‘good practice’ in terms of ethical business, sustainable (economic and social) development.
For more information and to participate, please contact Gráinne on grainne@childrenincrossfire.org or (048) 71 269898. |
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International
Culture Arts Network (ICAN) is a new vibrant project designed by the
Playhouse, which builds on the successes of previous Playhouse projects.
ICAN will be delivered by the Playhouse in partnership with North 55, Co.
Donegal. This project is part-financed by the European Regional
Development Fund through the Peace and Reconciliation (PEACE
III) Programme,
managed by the Special EU Programmes Body.
We are currently working on a project celebrating the lives of Women. As you know March 8th is international woman’s day. This year marks the centenary of this Global event. We propose together with women and girls across the City to host an exhibition in The Playhouse Plaza Gallery on the 12th of March. What is in this exhibition is down to you!
Project Summary: Theatre facilitator Nicky Harley will take women through a process of telling and sharing stories which are significant to that person. The females will work with Nicky to re-tell their story to the public by using a range of personal (or bought) objects, photos and text. We want to gather stories, objects, photographs, doodles, yarns, sketches, dedications, tributes, anecdotes and memories of women young and old. Collectively we will become the curators, we take over the space and we create our collective collage.
Aims & Objectives: This project will bring women together to share and tell their own individual story. The participants will; - Develop techniques in listening - Develop interviewing techniques - Confidence to tell their story - Providing a platform for women to share stories collectively - Sharing space - Confidence building - Trust - Reconnecting to their own emotional response - Respond to one another’s story
Final Outcome: To celebrate International Women’s Day we will host a final one day exhibition in the Playhouse Plaza gallery on 12th March 2011, all groups and participants will be invited for a buffet and celebration at 2pm.
It’s very simple to get involved. If you or your group are interested or wish to find out more please contact Nicky Harley: nicky@derryplayhouse.co.uk or Elaine Forde: elaine@derryplayhouse.co.uk Tel: 02871268027.
ICAN is a three-year project which has been part-financed by the European Union's Regional Development fund through EU Programme for Peace and Reconciliation (PEACE III) managed through Special EU Programmes Body. |
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Waterside Area Partnership - Action Cancer Big Bus
Action Cancer Big Bus will be at Crescent Link Carpark on Tuesday 15th February and Wednesday 16th February 2011.
Appointments available from 10.00am to 3.00pm For breast screening, MOT health checks and weight management.
To make an appointment please contact Action Cancer on 028 90803344. |
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Come along and join us at our Health Fair
Omagh Leisure Complex, Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EG Thursday 17th February 2011, 10.00am – 2.00pm
Free Health Checks: Blood Pressure, Glucose, Cholesterol, BMI Hearing Checks – Hearing Aid Support Complimentary Therapies
Advice and information on: - Health and Social Care - Energy - Home Safety - Access to Benefits - Warm Homes
For more information contact: Sorcha Forbes on 028 82252555 or sorcha.forbes@hscni.net |
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Event: ACAF social gathering Venue: SEEDS conference room Date: Friday 4th February 2011 Time: 7pm-10pm
Please note that this is a family friendly event, there will be some music and dancing, everyone/family will be required to bring a tasty dish of something and a drink, preferably soft (as I am not sure that we have a licence for alcohol). All food and drink will be shared communally.
During this event: - The newly elected cabinet will have an opportunity to present themselves. - Members will be invited to pay up their membership prescription: - £5 for adults over 18 and free for all other persons under 18. - A short meeting will be held for all members to express their expectations and hopefully we shall be able to make ACAF a bigger and better organisation.
So please, contact all your friends and neighbours as we are relying on each other to ensure that the message is passed on to everybody and that we have a great turn out on Friday. Look forward to seeing you all!
NB. This event is not only open to the African and Caribbean community, its open to everyone and anyone so please spread the word! |
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Drive Factor – Voting continues
The fourth heat of 'The Drive Factor' gets underway this Friday evening ‘Live’ on Drive 105.3fm. Three people will be eliminated on next Monday night’s Results Show leaving 12 people for The Grand Final which will take place at the Millennium Forum on Sunday 13th February 2011. This competition is brought to you by Drive 105.3fm in association with the Taxi Co and media partners the Derry Journal. Tune into Drive 105.3fm and get the Derry Journal for updates on the 'The Drive Factor' competition.
Voting Details are as follows: 01: Sarah Griffin 14: Eden Guthrie 15: Joanne Leonard 03: Jessica Healy 16: Brendan Kelly 17: Bronagh Halpenny 05: Una Dunne 18: Rory Collins 06: Gary Nash
08: Aaron Deery 10: Eugene Roddy 23: Timothy Clarke 11: Kelly Marie Collins 24: Aoife McDaid 13: Arneil Long
Text voting closes at 12 noon Monday 7th February, re-opening at 9pm on Monday night following the Results Show. * Texts cost £1 plus your standard network rate with a minimum of 76p going to Drive 105 ** Donations Only from handsets registered in UK and Northern Ireland only **Terms and conditions apply, see website for details (www.drive105.co.uk) |
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