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E-Bulletin 24 May 2011 |
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working to create a genuinely participative democracy |
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Personal & Public Involvement (PPI) Community Consultation Events |
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Community relations event @ the Sanctuary on Wednesday 25th May @ 11am |
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Personal & Public Involvement (PPI) Community Consultation Events
From 2009 every Health & Social Care Organisation in Northern Ireland has a legal responsibility to implement Personal & Public Involvement (PPI).
North-West Consultation Events: Wednesday 25 May – 1.30-3.30pm, Clooney Hall, 36 Clooney Terrace, Waterside, Derry~Londonderry Wednesday 1 June – 2-4pm, Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, 24 Main Street, Limavady
Contact Neola on (028) 7127 9090 / neola@nwcn.org to indicate which event you wish to attend.
What is Personal and Public Involvement? PPI means “discussing with those who use our services and the public: their ideas, your plans; their experiences, your experiences; why services need to change; what people want from services; how to make the best use of resources; and how to improve the quality and safety of services.
PPI is also about involving local communities or the general population where the issues are of broad public concern or interest, such as, the location or nature of local services.
PPI is about empowering people and communities to give them more confidence and more opportunities to influence the planning, commissioning and delivery of services in ways that are relevant and meaningful to them.
These events provide you in the Community & Voluntary sector, as well as those accessing your own services, with the opportunity to not only learn more about what PPI means in reality, but also to make suggestions and to give response on the developing PPI strategy for the Western Area.
These events will be led by: Paula Cunningham - Head of Service Planning, Western Health & Social Services Trust. |
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Funds still available for rural websites
Does your rural community group need a website?
Rural Community Network still has some funding available to help your group develop a website under the Rural Websites Project.
The project is aimed at rural groups with no current online presence. The site will be content managed which means designated users can upload any events, news items, photographs or videos. If your group wishes to use facebook, twitter or any other social networking site, then this can also be incorporated.
For further information and to view the sample website, visit www.ruralcommunitynetwork.org and click on Programmes – Rural Websites Project. Alternatively, give Linda or Kathryn a call at Rural Community Network on 028 8676 6670. | |
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Triax Alcohol and Drug Subgroup are challenging the people of Derry to try going alcohol free for one full week from 31st May to 7th June 2011!!!
This challenge is part of an Alcohol and Drug Awareness Week beginning which is offering information and advice to people throughout the community to help reduce alcohol and drug related harm, particularly in the lead up to the summer months. We’re encouraging as many schools, organisations and businesses locally to get involved and encourage staff to do likewise.
See attached information on the Derry Alcohol Challenge and display in your community/place of work. Also attached is a programme of events throughout the week which you can attend and information on what more you can do to promote Alcohol and Drug Awareness Week 2011.
Get Involved!!!! Facebook Derry Alcohol Challenge – over 200 members signed up already!!!! |
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Come along to our Volunteer Fair: Tuesday 7th June 2011, 10.00am – 3.00pm, Millennium Forum, Derry~Londonderry
Over 40 exhibitors offering volunteer opportunities and information on how to get involved and make a difference
Telephone: 028 7127 1017 Email: geoff@volunteeringnorthwest.co.uk |
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Foyle Women’s Aid are seeking volunteers
Foyle Women’s Aid are seeking volunteers to help out with: Residential, Creche, Admin/Fundraising & Court Support
We are holding an information morning on Wednesday 1st June 2011 at 10am in Pathways, 24 Pump Street, Derry/L’Derry.
Full information will be given about duties and training opportunities on the day. Refreshments will be provided. |
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Community Relations week with Clooney Hall
Clooney Hall Centre will be running seminars on the history and role of Methodism in working for the community during community relations week. These will run on 24, 25, 26, 27 May.
We would like to invite individuals, community groups and history groups to attend sessions on the work carried out by the Methodist Church and its City Missions to help their local communities and improve social conditions. The sessions will be led by local church members and historians.
We will also have a small exhibition of materials provided by the Wesleyan Historical Society and information about the history and development of our own City mission.
If you are interested in attending please contact our office on 7134 8531 to choose a session. |
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Community relations event @ the Sanctuary on Wednesday 25th May @ 11am
Wednesday 25th May 2011, 11am @ The Sanctuary Conference Centre, White Oaks Complex
In Conversation with Paul McFadden Fr Neal Carlin
Fr Neal Carlin has for many years been actively involved in Peace and Reconciliation in the Northwest area. As Director of the Columba Community, their outreach to the marginalised has had a great impact on community relations.
In the newly built Sanctuary Project, situated in the tranquil Donegal countryside, Paul Mc Fadden will conduct a relaxed armchair-style interview with Fr Carlin, bringing to life the work and achievements of the Columba Community over the past 30 years. To help mark this special 30 year anniversary the Columba Community will stage a special pageant on the 9th June through the streets of the City, which tells the story of Saint Columba. This is one of the many accomplishments that Fr Carlin will talk about during this hour with Paul, which will be followed by a question and answer session.
Please join us at The Sanctuary Conference Centre at 11am on Wednesday 25th May. This special event will be followed by tea/coffee and fresh scones at 12noon, and the chance to see our new residential facilities.
If you would like any other information contact the Sanctuary on (00353) 74 9384866 or email goldenagecentre@hotmail.com |
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Drug and Alcohol Awareness for parents
Creggan Pre-School & Training Trust in conjunction with HURT are hosting 3 workshops on Drug & Alcohol Awareness for parents on Thursday 26th May 11, Thursday 2nd June 11 & Thursday 9th June at 10.00am-11.30am.
Creche places are available but extremely limited therefore please contact CPTT office to register interest.
Contact: Ella Hegarty, C.P.T.T., 13 Cromore Gardens, Creggan Estate Telephone: 028 71 267060 or email ella@cpttderry.org |
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Developing Facilitation Skills course
Developing Facilitation Skills course (accreditation available) Starts Wednesday 1 June from 10am - 4pm for 5 weeks at the Nerve Centre, Derry/Londonderry
This 5 day course is aimed at those who already have some experience of working in groups, but who are looking to increase their confidence and improve their theory and skills base.
During this course, participants will learn how to: Understand the development of a group Gain an understanding of the role of a trainer/facilitator Assess the key skills, knowledge and tasks of a trainer/facilitator Gain advanced communication skills Effectively manage conflict in groups Understand the use of exit strategies
Cost PS/CV - £440/£380
Essential Information Cost: PS refers to Private/Statutory sector organisations. CV refers to Community/Voluntary organisations. Costs include lunch, all materials and accreditation where applicable Venue: Nerve Centre, 7-8 Magazine St, Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6GJ Booking & Payment: To book online please go to the Training section at www.wea-ni.com and click on Training Calendar where you can choose to pay by cheque or invoice. Once payment is received your place will be secured. OR Contact Kelly Barbour at WEA on T: 02890 329718 or E: kelly.barbour@wea-ni.com To be sure of a place please book early. This will also help us to assess numbers. What happens next? Once a booking is made, you will be sent a confirmation by e-mail. Further
Info: If you have
any queries or require any further information please contact Kelly
Barbour at WEA on T: 028
9032 9718 or E: kelly.barbour@wea-ni.com. |
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Celebrate one Year to Go with Open Weekend
Register for
Open Weekend 2011 today! London 2012 Open Weekend, supported by BP, is
your chance to showcase the best in your region and celebrate one year to
go to the Games.
Register by close of play on Friday 27 May for guaranteed inclusion in the public launch, which takes place on 6 June. Find out more about organising an event at london2012.com/openweekend After registering you will be given access to the Open Weekend Brand Centre: a resource to help you promote your event using a selection of specially-created assets. From mid-June we will also send you a promotional toolkit, equipping you with all you need to decorate your venue. Don’t miss the opportunity to demonstrate the talent in your local community and participate in a moment of history!
In the meantime, if you have any queries you can either visit the London 2012 website or contact them directly at openweekend@london2012.com. |
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Strategic Framework for Community Development for NI
Rural Community Network is facilitating the development of a Strategic Framework for Community Development for NI. A steering group of representatives from key government departments, statutory agencies and other voluntary and community organisations have been working together to support this framework.
This framework will: Set out the current context of community development work in NI Articulate the significance and value that community development offers Show how community development should be integrated into future NI policy and programmes
We welcome the participation and contribution of everyone involved in community development practice to help shape the development of this framework – see attached flier for workshop dates/venues.
Workshop - Wednesday 15th June - Everglades Hotel, Derry/L’Derry starting from 6.00 pm with a hot fork buffet to 8.30pm
To register, please contact Sarah Christie at Rural Community Network on 028 8676 6670 or email sarah@ruralcommunitynetwork.org |
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Please see attached for job opportunities with CFNI, Derry Visitor and Convention Bureau, FOLD, Derry Youth & Community Workshop Ltd and SEEDS. |
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1 June 2011, 9.00am – 1.30pm, The Glens Community Association, Limavady
Aims: HeartStart Training is only available to Trained Walk Leaders. HeartStart provides emergency life support skills in order to keep someone alive until professional help arrives. It teaches people what to do in a life-threatening emergency.
Topics covered include: - Assessing an unconscious patient - Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) - Dealing with choking - Serious bleeding - Helping someone who maybe having a heart attack
Catering: Catering will not be provided at this event Method Of Securing A Place: If you would like to secure a place, please contact Health Improvement Department, WHSCT, Maple Villa, Gransha Park, Londonderry, BT47 6WJ Fax: 028 71865128 Or email: health.improvement@westerntrust.hscni.net |
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Sexually Transmitted Infection Awareness Training
6 June 2011, 9.30am-12.30pm, Lime Villa, Londonderry
This course aims to raise awareness around sexual health issues and services. By the end of the session participants will: - Have had the opportunity to discuss a definition of sexual health and examine the issues that impact upon an individual’s sexual health - Be able to list the most common Sexually Transmitted Infections in Northern Ireland including signs and symptoms, modes of transmission and treatment - Have had the opportunity to discuss what happens at a Genito Urinary Medicine Clinic (GUM) and meet a GUM nurse - Be able to identify local sexual health services/projects across the Trust area.
Facilitators: Health Improvement Officer and GUM Staff
CATERING WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT THIS EVENT
Method of securing a place: If you would like to secure a place, please contact: Health Improvement Department, WHSCT, Maple Villa, Gransha Park, Londonderry, BT47 6WJ
Fax: 028 71865128 Or email: health.improvement@westerntrust.hscni.net |
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RNID Hearing Aid Support Sessions in Strabane
FREE hearing aid support sessions: Do you wear a hearing aid or know someone who does? RNID – Action on Hearing Loss - runs free hearing aid support sessions on the last Thursday of every month in Ballycolman Community Centre from 10am – 12 noon and in St Patrick’s Hall, Barrack Street, from 1pm – 3pm.
The next sessions will be on Thursday 26th May 2011. If you’re having trouble with your hearing aid, need new batteries (they are free), need the tubing changed, or just need some advice about your hearing, come along and talk to an experienced RNID volunteer. They’ll be glad to help. |
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May Bank Holiday Fun Day at Faughanvale Stables!
Monday 30th May 2011, 10am to 4pm. 2 hours of riding, all day pony games, fun, face painting and more! Bring wellies, a change of clothes, a packed lunch and lots of juice.
Only £25 per day! Beginners welcome. Experience and friendly staff. Lovely quiet and safe ponies.
9 Dunlade Road, Greysteel. 07710 985335 / www.faughanvalestables.co.uk |
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