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Derry District
Policing Partnership Notice of Public Themed
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Derry
District Policing Partnership Notice of Public Themed
Meeting Date: Thursday, 20th
October 2011 Time:
10.30am Venue:
Conference Room, As part of
International Walk to School Month the Derry DPP will hold a themed
meeting on the importance of
pedestrian
safety. Presentations will be given by various agencies,
including the PSNI, involved in the promotion of pedestrian safety. At
this meeting the DPP will also launch their ‘reflective armbands for
schools’ initiative. Members of the
public are welcome to attend all Public Meetings of the DPP, which will
offer the opportunity to
observe the PSNI Area Commander's response to questions posed by DPP
Members. The meeting will also provide a platform for local people to
present their views on policing within the district specifically in
relation to pedestrian safety. Members of the
public will have the opportunity to ask questions of the Area Commander,
his officers and those agencies giving presentations, through the
Chairperson of the DPP. You can attend
the meeting and pose the question in person to the Area Commander and
those agencies giving presentations, alternatively you may choose to ask a
Member of the DPP to raise an issue or ask a question on your
behalf Written
questions should be forwarded by 12 noon on Monday 17th October
to: FREEPOST DERRY
D.P.P. (No stamp or further address details required) or
by: tel: 028 7137
6565 / fax: 028 7136 8536 / Textphone number: (028) 7137
6646 e-mail: derrydpp@derrycity.gov.uk *
For those with disabilities who have difficulty in submitting a written
question, facilities are available
through the Council Offices for having a question
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‘Your
2013: What’s The Big Idea?’ – One-Day Conference
Culture
Company for UK City of Culture 2013 is working in partnership with Derry
City Council Community Relations Officers to deliver a one-day conference
as follows:
Conference: ‘Your 2013: What’s The Big
Idea?’ Date:
Wednesday 26th
October 2011 Time:
9.15am – 3.15pm Venue:
Whitehorse Hotel ( Cost:
Free Registration: In advance by completed registration form
only Transport: Optional free
return transport provided from Shipquay Street to Campsie (Bus leaves at
8.45am prompt: be at bottom of Shipquay St / Guildhall Square for 8.30am –
tick box on form.) The conference
aims to give local community and voluntary sector groups and local artists
/ cultural stakeholders the opportunity to discuss their ideas for 2013
with the Culture Company and engage in inclusive dialogue around any ‘big
ideas’ generated through the conference. A draft outline of the conference
and a registration form are attached to this
correspondence. The invite is
open and registrations are encouraged from across all communities and
cultures represented locally.
Registrations must be made in advance.
To register
for the conference each participant must complete the one-page
registration form attached and return it by fax / e-mail or completion of
details over the phone.
Please note that places cannot be held unless registration forms
are returned. The maximum
number of places per group is two.
In the event of the conference being oversubscribed, priority will
be given to locally based Community and Voluntary Sector Groups and
Cultural Stakeholders in the Derry City Council area and then to groups
based in adjacent council areas (Strabane, Donegal, Limavady) before
registrations from other areas. Registrations
are open now and the deadline for registrations is Monday 17th
October 2011.
Registrations should be returned to Brian Anthony as indicated on
the form. For further
information please contact Sue Divin
tel: 71345160 sue.divin@derrycity.gov.uk
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Gingerbread NI
invites you to a half day conference: One parent
families and poverty: Why are children in one parent families twice as
likely to be poor and what can be done about
it? Wednesday
12th October 2011 at 10:30am – 1.30pm At
The City Hotel, Queens Quay, Speakers will
include OFMdFM Junior Minister Martina Anderson, academic and researcher,
Goretti Horgan, local employers and lone
parents. Tea Coffee and
a Light Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP
to: Catherine Doherty, Gingerbreadni, 7 Bayveiw Terrace, Tel: 02871
377066 or Email: catherined@gingerbreadni.org |
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How
to become an Accredited Mediator Mediation is a
way of resolving dispute that can prevent the need for formal resolution
through a court process or through grievance procedures in workplace
disputes. In recent years the
use of mediators in neighbourhood disputes, divorce, custody and property
issues have significantly increased to the extent that there is a growing
demand for accredited mediators who are trained to an advanced
level. There is an
expectation from those who refer people to mediation that the mediators
are qualified to give a professional service to people caught up in
conflict. The Peace and
Reconciliation Group are offering an Advanced Mediators Open College
Network Accredited training course that will qualify you to become an
accredited mediator through an experiential learning process that will
allow you to work in many types of conflict. If you are
interested contact our offices for further
information. Peace &
Reconciliation Group, Tele No: 028 71
369206 Fax No:
028 71 377009 E-mail:
info@peaceprg.co.uk Website: www.peaceprg.co.uk
Please see
attached for further information and booking form |
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The WAVE
Trauma Centre is offering a FREE OCN Level 3 Compassion Fatigue course
from 10 am – 4 pm on the following dates: Monday 10
October 2011, Monday 17 October 2011, Monday 24 October
2011 This course is
targeted towards anyone working or caring for people who have experienced
trauma, to provide them with a greater understanding of how trauma can be
transmitted to the worker or carer.
Participants
will be required to produce three assignments and a ‘Semi Structured
Journal’ identifying what they have learned in each session. Successful applicants will be
awarded a Level 3 accreditation with the Open College
Network. Please note
that light refreshments only are provided If you are
interested, then please contact Pamela directly on 028 71266655 or admin@wavederry.co.uk
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It’s often not
the first instinct of men to seek someone to talk to in times of
difficulty or crisis and this can be particularly true when life
experiences get to a point where suicide becomes a real option in dealing
with a seemingly hopeless current or ongoing life
situation. Men’s Action
Network as a charity supports and promotes male health and wellbeing and
has for many years created safe spaces to talk with, hear, and support men
in such crisis. In an addition
to the professional counselling service currently on offer to men we are
seeking to develop a tier of support where men can come together as a
group to break isolation and share and support each other
around common experiences of feeling
suicidal. We would
particularly like to hear from men who would have gone through a suicidal
experience in the past and who now feel they have overcome or managed
their experience to a point were they are no longer suicidal and may feel
able to share their own experiences within a core group, facilitated by
MAN, which would meet initially once a month to help and support other men
going through similar experiences. If
you are a man over 18 who is open to the idea of helping in this way you
are invited to take part in a two day weekend residential on Friday and
Saturday 21st and 22nd Oct 2011 in the Waterfoot Hotel
where together we aim to explore how we might use our collective
experiences and expertise to take this process
forward. Facilitated by
professional counsellors the residential will
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Support
participants to share their experiences -
Look at
what helped or was and a barrier to seeking
help -
Explore
the next steps in the development of the support group This
residential is funded by ESB ElectricAid It begins with
registration on Friday at 6.30pm and ends after dinner on Saturday at
8.00pm. If you feel
you would like to take part in the residential please contact Michael or
John at Men’s Action Network on 02871 377777 or email man_in_derry@yahoo.co.uk to
book a place or for more information. Places are limited
to 16. Please note in
the interests of keeping a safe working environment this will be an
alcohol and substance free event.
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The Workers’
Educational Association has offered education projects catering
specifically for the needs of older learners aged 50+ for many years and
the Learning Age Project (LAP) is our latest programme funded by The
Atlantic Philanthropies. The Workers’
Educational Association has collaborated with Echo Echo Dance Theatre
Company over the years to create many wonderful dance projects together
and we are delighted to announce that “Body Wisdom” - a dance course with
a difference is now extending its programme with new funding from the BBC
Performing Arts Fund. “Body Wisdom” has run successfully over the past
three years with a beautiful performance “Mapping Memories” in April this
year. Body Wisdom is
a dance project designed specifically for those aged 50+ and rather than
age being against you in terms of movement, it is used to your advantage
to help inform the movement taking place. There are
places available for new participants and former experience in dance is
not necessary. You will be introduced to a wonderful creative movement
process that relies on “the wisdom of your body” rather than on any form
of athleticism. So are you
aged 50+ and interested in dance and movement? Maybe you are creative in
other ways and would like to extend your creativity into another area?
Maybe you just loved to dance when you were younger and are looking for a
new opportunity to dance once again. Maybe you have been put off by the
athleticism of younger dancers - then this is the project for you. The
process will be led by Steve Batts; who at 50 now terms himself as an
older dancer. Money from ACNI Lottery Project funding will go towards an
additional artist-teacher who will work alongside Steve to support the
project. There is no cost to participate. The new
funding from the BBC Performing Arts Fund will also offer the project the
opportunity to develop a new dance performance piece with an original
score written for the work.
So if you are interested in dance and movement, are over 50 and
want to experience a wonderful creative process then this is the project
for you.
The project
will run on Fridays mornings at the new Echo Echo Dance Studio at 13,
For more
information or to book contact Sinead Devine on 028 71 36 99
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Cancer
Information Talk & The Well Programme Cancer
Information Talk Venue: St
Eithnes Community Hall, Hazelbank
(02871365742) On: TOMORROW, Thursday
6th October At:
11-2pm 2 Guest
Speakers and a welcome cuppa! The
Well Programme is for women
who are living with a cancer diagnosis (now or in the
past) Venue: COSY
Club, 12a On: 10th
October - 12th December, Every Monday At: 10am to
1pm 10am to 4pm
first and last day. This programme
will help you to: - Boost your
immune system - Manage
stress - Sample
Complementary Therapies - Heal the
past and enjoy life All are FREE OF
CHARGE and refreshments are
provided. You can
contact Maria McConalogue for more information on
07738785676 |
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FREE
OCN Level 3 Qualification in Financial Capability Money for
Life, proudly supported by TEACH
ME The Teach Me
course is for anyone working in the general further education sector
looking to improve their knowledge of financial capability. It is
particularly appropriate for further education practitioners, teachers and
community workers. You will
complete the course through interactive online learning which is broken
down into bite-sized chunks. The course takes approximately 30 hours
to complete plus assignments. On completion
of the course you will:- - have a
better understanding of financial inclusion and its impact on
society - have
knowledge of financial products and how they address people’s needs,
including budgeting, bank accounts and debt advice
- be able to
apply the financial planning process to personal
circumstances. understand the
difference between financial information, advice, and
guidance - know where
to access information, advice, guidance and support in relation to
financial products and services. - have access
to online resources that you can use with the people you work
with. You must
complete a short on-line application form which will be screened by EGSA
staff for eligibility. You can complete this at www.moneyforlifeprogramme.org.uk/qualifications/
Places are
limited on this course and a maximum of 2 people from any one organisation
can obtain the free training at this time. If you are
unsure of your eligibility please contact either Paulette Lennon or Kevin
Donaghy at 028 90244274 or e-mail moneyforlife@egsa.org.uk. |
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Would you like
to know how to write a winning CV and application form and how to conduct
a successful interview? Would you like to learn new skills, update your
skills or gain qualifications? EGSA
(specialist in adult education and careers guidance) in partnership with
SEEDS is offering: GETTING BACK
TO WORK training. WHERE: The
training will be delivered in the Craft Village Cottage,
Derry/Londonderry DATES: Tuesday 08/11,
Tuesday 15/11, Tuesday 22/11, Tuesday 29/11 (one to one
support) TIME:
10.30—13.00 For more
information please contact: Gerry at gerry.mcgrath@egsa.org.uk or
phone 028/71271899 |
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The next
meeting of Foyle Yarnspinners will take place on Monday
10th October 2011 in Verbal Arts Centre, The evening is
open to all our regular contributors who provide us with many tales and
stories.
Admission
is free ~ All are welcome. |
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Holywell
Trust’s Lunchtime Event The next in
the Autumn series of Holywell Trust's Lunchtime Events will be on October
13th, 12.30-2pm when Maureen Hetherington and
Johnston McMasters will give a talk on Shared & Ethical Remembering.
This will take
place at Holywell Trust/ Walled City Community Partnership offices 12-14
The Diamond. Lunch will be provided and you are welcome to
attend. |
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Saturday
8th October 2011, 11- 4pm @ C.A.L.M.S, Why not come
along on and snap up great bargains on clothes, shoes, handbags and
jewellery at affordable prices and much much more.
Take advantage
of the free kid’s art session to shop (places limited).
Coffee, tea,
sandwiches, Tea, Coffee, sandwiches and homemade treats on sale on the
day. All donations
Welcome for further Information please Contact C.A.L.M.S on 02871268698
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English
Language Classes in Sai Pak English and
Local Awareness course is starting from TODAY 5 October
2011, every Wednesday 11am-1pm in Sai Pak (Ebrington Centre).
Everyone
Welcome. A
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Omagh
Ethnic Communities Support Group welcomes you to…… The Diwali
Mela ~ Indian Festival of Light – come join the Sunday
23 October 2011, 5 – 9pm, St Mary’s Hall, Killyclogher, Omagh, Co
Tyrone Admission
Free Cultural
Fusion Music/Dance, Children’s Indian Art Workshop, Bouncy Castles, Indian
Food, Mendhi Demonstrations, Best Dressed Lady Competition, Pot Luck Table
& Adults Rangoli Competition Call Omagh
Ethnic Communities Support Group on 028 8224 9750 for more
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