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E-Bulletin 10 March 2011 |
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Derry City Council support grants open
This is a rolling fund until the end of the year, but funds are limited. |
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New OFMDFM/Atlantic Philanthropies contested space scheme
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£5m lottery cash to help NI community venues save money during the recession
Community groups in Northern Ireland can apply to a £5 million Lottery programme to help them make improvements to their venues and save money during the recession.
The Big Lottery Fund’s Energy Efficient Venues programme offers lottery cash to local groups to carry out improvements to their community venues so they can make savings on their heating and lighting costs and cut down on their spending.
Organisations can apply for two grant sizes through the programme. Grants of £2,000 - £10,000 and grants of £15,000 - £50,000 are available for groups to carry out improvements such as double glazing, upgrading insulation, or installing a more efficient heating system.
If the venue is already energy efficient, a grant could give organisations the opportunity to install solar panels, wind turbines, or biomass technologies such as wood pellet boilers. In order to qualify for a large grant, groups must carry out an energy audit of their venue. An energy audit is a report that shows groups how making improvements to their venue could help them save energy and cut their costs. If they want help with paying for an energy audit they can either include the costs in their application for a small grant, or pay for it themselves.
It is possible to apply for a small grant followed by a large grant. But community organisations should be aware that, if they plan to do this, they need to get their application for a small grant in to the Big Lottery Fund by the end of August 2011. This will give them time to have their small grant assessed and awarded and to complete their project before they apply for a large grant.
Groups that have already benefited from the programme include a small rural community group that is installing new PVC windows and ceiling insulation, and a community childcare centre that is putting in new radiators and buying energy efficient light bulbs. While a care home is improving its loft insulation and installing gas–fired tumble driers, and a sports club is carrying out an energy audit to find out whether they can install a wind turbine.
Information and application packs for the Energy Efficient Venues programme are currently available and can be accessed by visiting the programme pages of our website www.biglotteryfund.org.uk or by calling the Big Lottery Fund’s Information and Events team on 028 9055 1455. |
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Local Commissioning Plan, CD Strategy & Western Trust Equality Scheme Workshop
A workshop has been arranged to discuss: - The Western LCG’s Local Commissioning Plan - Pre-consultation on the Community Development Strategy for the Health and Social Care Board and CD Action Plan for the Public Health Agency - Western Health and Social Care Trust Equality Scheme and Action Plan
This is an opportunity to discuss a range of inter-linking strategies and plans and identify how we can work together to facilitate involvement, tackle inequalities and improve health and wellbeing.
Date: Tuesday 15th March 2011 Time: 2.30 – 4.30 Venue: Conference Room, Rathmor Centre
RSVP info@nwcn.org or call 028 7127 9090 |
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‘Different Voices’ challenge choices
HEADLINERS Foyle youth media project are showcasing unique and inspired work produced by young people at a special event in the Playhouse Plaza in Derry. This evening will celebrate work of Headliners young people over the last 18 months under the EU Peace III programme and will take place on Tuesday March 15 at 5.30pm.
Those attending this event can enjoy short TV documentaries, cutting-edge photography, thought-provoking radio packages and informative print articles exploring the very prevalent issues of; Sectarianism, Homophobia and Racism in the Northwest. The young people have worked tirelessly on exploring these issues in new and creative ways using different forms of media. The result is a variety of extremely effective showcase pieces clearly demarcating the impact of prejudice and discrimination on the lives of young people.
A 14-year-old boy from Strabane said: “I really enjoyed doing the radio programme with Headliners. I didn’t know much about sectarianism when I started but now I realise that Protestants and Catholics aren’t really that different.”
RSVP to Malachy Kyle, Project Manager, Headliners, Suite 2, 23 Bishop Street, L’derry, BT48 6PR, tel: 028 7130 9397 email: Malachy.kyle@headliners.org
In the course of the 18-months of delivering projects under the Peace III programme Headliners Foyle worked with; single-identity groups, young people from Derry/Strabane and the Republic of Ireland. If you are interested in finding out more about Headliners Foyle please contact: Headliners Foyle, First Floor, Suite 2, 23 Bishop Street, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6PR. Tel:02871309397 www.headliners.org Journalist: Audrey Martin Tel:07759558807 E: audrey.martin@headliners.org |
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With money too tight to mention, what can we bring to the table?
Tuesday 22nd March, Registration 9.30 am, An Grianán Hotel, Burt Co Donegal
Tyrone-Derry and Donegal Action are holding a one day information, training and networking day to provide ‘toolkits’ on the following topics:
Fundraising in Tough Times! This session will enable groups to explore alternatives to traditional sources of funding.
Full Cost Recovery? Most groups lose money when delivering ‘Programmes’. This session will look at ‘Securing’ funding or ‘recovering’ both the direct costs of all your projects and services and all your overheads.
Plugging the Leaks! Is That The Way The Money Goes? Keeping your money in your community! A toolkit to enable local communities to squeeze the last ounce/gram of value out of every Euro or Pound.
Round Table Session. Do you have a short story you are willing to share on how with little or no money your group was able to address a community need in your area?
Meet the Funders A range of funders will be available to talk to conference participants at various times on the day.
If you would like to attend the workshop please contact TDDA on 00353 7491 73747 or Email us at tdaction@gmail.com
Lunch and light refreshments will be provided |
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Donegal Sports Partnership and Copius Consulting announce FREE Peace III Sports Conference
Donegal Sports Partnership and Copius Consulting are hosting a sports conference to mark the end of their Peace III Programme. The FREE event offers sports clubs and community groups with an opportunity to explore the potential for sport to impact upon a range of social agenda. Local groups will have the opportunity to create relationships which will hopefully inspire greater partnership working and encourage more local people to engage in sport and physical activity.
DATE: Wednesday 23rd March 2011 TIME: 6:30pm to 9:00pm VENUE: Letterkenny Institute of Technology COST: FREE (Places limited - RSVP by 21st March issued on first-come first-served basis)
GOOD RELATIONS IN SPORT WORKSHOP: The keynote speech will focus on the importance of establishing greater links between local clubs and local communities. Sports Clubs and Community Groups often represent the heartbeat of local communities and the services they provide are invaluable. However, this is usually in isolation. This workshop aims to challenge thinking around partnership working and highlight the role that local clubs and communities can play in addressing a range of social agenda, as well as improving sporting performance.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING – MIKE MCGURN: Hailing from GAA traditions, Mike McGurn began his sporting career at the age of 15 representing Ulster & Ireland in athletics. After graduating in Sports Science, Mike enjoyed a tremendously successful career as a strength & conditioning specialist helping St Helen’s Rugby Club secure the treble; Osprey’s Rugby Union Club win the Magners League; Bernard Dunne become the Super Bantam-Weight Champion of the World; and create the most successful Ireland Rugby team by totally revolutionising the training structures of the squad. Mike consults across various team and individual sports, and is widely regarded as one of the best strength & conditioning coaches in the business.
TRAIN YOUR MIND - Martin Walker & Michael Austin: Train Your Mind currently work with internationally competing athletes in Swimming, Golf, Boxing, Soccer and more, as well as with international bodies including Swim Ulster, UEFA and the IFA. Additionally, Train Your Mind is heavily involved in coach development in Ireland and abroad. Content of the evening will be an introduction to sport psychology and the psychology of coaching followed by an open forum, for any coaches who have athletes who aren’t motivated, lacking in focus or commitment.
Got a sports psychology question for Martin and Michael? Clubs are invited to submit a question, specific scenario or query in relation to sports psychology. Put it in writing and submit it to the contacts below before 21st March.
PLACES LIMITED: RSVP by 21st March (issued on first-come first-served basis) Email: Kathryn@copiusgroup.co.uk Tel: (004428 90753011) OR Email: info@activedonegal.com Tel: (00353 74 9116079) |
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Do you know anyone who would like to volunteer for Easilift Community Transport?
Do you have a few hours a week to spare? Do you have a full clean driving license & access to your own car? Are you over 25?
We require Volunteer Drivers for our Volunteer Car Scheme We pay 40p per mile & full training is provided. We cover the Strabane & Derry District Council Areas and need volunteers from throughout the district. Please note all volunteers will be subject to Access NI checks
While volunteering you can: - Keep your benefits - Get expenses paid - Get a reference - Become more employable - Gain skills - Help others & Make friends.
For further details, information and application pack please contact: Caroline at Easilift Community Transport, Unit 12 Strabane Enterprise Agency, Orchard Rd Industrial Estate, Strabane. BT82 9FR Tel: 028 71883282 |
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Clarendon Women’s Shelter seeks volunteers
Would you like to help local women in need; are you a caring person with a mature outlook; could you spare a few hours a week to help out at the Shelter in Clarendon Street?
Supported by North West Volunteer Centre and the ‘Unlocking Potential’ project, we are holding an information evening at Clarendon Shelter, 63 Clarendon Street, Derry~Londonderry on Tuesday 15th March 2011 from 7pm to 9pm with light refreshments provided.
You can come along to learn more about the work of the Shelter and the different volunteer roles available, from ‘listening ear’ to fundraising. We’re interested to meet anyone who can help improve our services to vulnerable women and their families.
If you would like to come along to our information evening, please contact Amy at the North West Volunteer Centre on tel. (028) 7127 1017 before Friday 11th March 2011. |
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Volunteers needed to help with the supervision of children at play
Galliagh Development Trust is looking to recruit and train some volunteers to help with the supervision of children at play. Volunteering can be one of the most beneficial things a young person or adult can do, however the volunteer must receive something in return.
Through appropriate training and delegating appropriate levels of responsibility on local volunteers we can teach them valuable skills that will enhance their CV's and perhaps improve their job prospects in the future. The training will include first aid, child protection and workshops in confidence building; this will also lead to the development of skills like communication, team work, time keeping and leadership.
If you know of anyone who would be available to volunteer and may benefit from the training please pass their details to Cara, Play Facilitator at Galliagh Development Trust, all your help would be greatly appreciated. If you are interested in becoming involved contact Cara on 02871 352693 or at gdt2016@gmail.com
Child Protection Training: Sat 12 March 2011, 12-4pm, North West Business Complex; limited spaces available. Contact Cara @gdt2016@gmail.com or 02871 352693 if you would like to avail of the FREE Child Protection Training. |
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Presenting Case for Infant Mental Health
George Hoskings, founder of WAVE - Psychologist and Clinical Criminologist Date: Thursday 24th March 2011 Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm Venue: The Beechhill Hotel, Ardmore, Londonderry
Seminar to include: - Why infant mental health matters - Role of early years in brain and emotional development and how it relates to violence and anti social behaviour - Early Years Learning – importance of nurturing - Developing parent/ child attunement and empathy - Resolutions to help achieve positive outcomes for children, families and wider society - Update on new developments
To reserve a place please email: health.improvement @westerntrust.hscni.net and reference George Hoskings seminar. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. |
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Understanding Groups - A course for people working with groups
15 & 16 March 2011, Omagh Youth Centre, Omagh
Aim of the Course: Effective work with groups is based on understanding what happens in them.
This two day course is open to people working in community, voluntary and statutory settings.
The aim of this course is to promote effective work with groups based on the theoretical and practical understanding of what happens in them
Cost: There is no charge for this course. Duration: 2 Day, 9.30 am - 4.30 pm Facilitators: Health Promotion Officers; Health Promotion Department; Western Health and Social Care Trust
Places are allocated first come first served. To Book A Place on this course Contact: Maire Walker via e-mail: health.improvement@hscni.net Or Telephone: Health Improvement Department on 028 7186 5127 |
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LEAP AHEAD in 2011 Computer Basics
Introduction to Computers Class...come along and find out how to :- - Find your way around the computer - Start up and shut down correctly - Create files and where to save them - Implement safety and security - Load, use and close software applications - Enter and print data and much more!
For more information text or call Stephanie Donnelly 07587 770650 or Email: stephanie.donnelly@rnid.org.uk This is a 6 week course. Please feel free to come along and enrol- why not even bring a friend!
When? Started Wednesday 2nd March Duration? 6 weeks Time? 7pm - 9pm Where? North Western Regional College, Glendermott Centre
Sensory Engagement Project for deaf and hard of hearing people
Do you like the idea of having 'time for me'? Are you interested in learning new computer skills? Do you want help with your benefits? (BSL/ISL Interpreters Provided Free)
For more information contact: Stephanie Donnelly, RNID Project Coordinator, First Floor Embassy Building, 3 Strand Road, Derry BT48 7BH Tel: 028 7136 6060 Text: 18001 028 7136 6060 Mob: 07587 770650
A partnership project between RNIB, RNID, NCBI and DeafHear funded by the EU's INTERRREG IVA Programme, managed by the SEUPB. |
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Begins Tuesday 15th March 7-9pm Duration: 6 weeks Venue: Café Del Mondo Cost £2 per week
Facilitator Pamela Brown from the “Poetry Chicks”
- Do you want to learn about creative writing covering fiction, non-fiction or poetry? - How to develop an idea into a poem or prose. - How to use exercises and journal keeping for noting ideas for a creative written piece. - How to use hot penning as a tool for self advocacy as well as turning a negative thought to a positive thought. - Workshops are open to adults of all ages male and female.
If English is not your first language you can complete the workshops in your first language.
If you are interested and wish to book a place please contact Emma Logue The Bluebell Arts Project Tel: 02871262812 or email: bluebellartsproject@gmail.com |
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An Introduction to the work of Byron Katie March 25th & 26th 2011, The Junction, Bishop St Fri 25 March,
6:30pm -
9:00pm / Sat 26
March, 9:45am to
5:15pm
At times some of our relationships seem to have us in knots. Just thinking of certain people (e.g. partners, ex-partners, teenage children, work colleagues) can produce recurring feelings of stress, resentment, anger or fear. This can affect our well-being, self-esteem, family, work and health.
This workshop will give you the tools to identify the causes of stress in your life and to untie your knots. Anyone can learn this approach - All that’s required is an open mind. Tutor: Tony Carlin has over 25 years experience as a facilitator both at home and abroad. He has introduced the Work of Byron Katie to a wide range of groups including the general public, managers, women’s groups, youth workers, medical practices, teachers, therapists and counsellors.
Telephone Tony on 07843587757 / 02871350026 Email: tony.carlin@btinternet.com Website: www.tonycarlin.org |
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The next meeting of Foyle Yarnspinners will take place on Monday 14th March 2011 in Verbal Arts Centre, Stable Lane, L’Derry at 8.00pm
The guest speaker will be Gerry Anderson.
Admission is free. All are welcome. |
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