The Honourable The Irish Society’s traditional programme open to community groups/clubs/associations or individuals across County Londonderry, awarding grants up to £1,000 from its own funds and on behalf of The Drapers’ Company.
Individuals can apply for grants up to £250
Community Groups, Clubs, Associations can apply for grants up to £1,000
2Elevate Community Mentoring and Grants programme 23-24
The Public Health Agency (PHA) – funded Elevate Community Mentoring and Grants programme 2023-24 is NOW OPEN. The programme supports groups who could benefit from mentoring and funding (up to £5,000) to deliver a project which uses community development to tackle health inequalities.
The closing date for applications is 4:00pm on Monday 28th August 2023.
This year, we will consider all applications, and particularly welcome applications from groups who are in local areas with previously low uptake (Lisburn and Castlereagh, Antrim and Newtownabbey, Lisanelly Omagh and Crossmaglen areas) and groups who support people from LGBTQIA+, BAME, and other under-represented groups.
3 St Stephen's Green Trust: Family Matters Grant Programme 22-25
SSGT believes putting families at the heart of the criminal justice system and processes is the ‘golden thread’ which can reduce the harm of imprisonment and contribute to rehabilitation. Therefore, a strategic aim of SSGT is to contribute to improving the system of support for families affected by convictions and imprisonment to improve rehabilitation and resettlement outcomes.
Evidence shows that prisoners who manage to maintain family bonds whilst in prison have significantly reduced reoffending risks upon release. Families cannot bear this burden alone and should be supported in this role. However, SSGT acknowledges family relationships are complex and systems should take account of the best interests of both the family and the prisoner.
The grant programme has two funding strands which will support work across the island.
In Strand 1, groups can apply for one-year grants of up to €7,000/£6,000 for work which tests new approaches, adds value to current family support work and develops pathways to knowledge and learning around how to improve the situation for families.
Strand 2 will fund groups – up to €25,000/£21,500 pa for one to three years which are working strategically towards the programme outcomes outlined on our website.
We strongly encourage potential applicants to talk to us in advance of making an application – a short email outlining the project activities (in three or four paragraphs) should be emailed to orla@ssgt.ie and we will arrange to telephone you to discuss it.
Following the recent completion of the Playing Pitch Strategy, Derry City and Strabane District Council’s Sports Committee has invested in a new Maintenance Fund that will provide financial assistance towards clubs who own and maintain their facilities and in particular playing pitches.
The aim of the fund is to provide financial assistance to ensure that clubs have the opportunity to maintain their playing surface to the highest level, therefore enabling greater usage on a more regular basis. Any financial assistance must be associated with maintenance of the playing surface or fixed asset that is integral towards the delivery of the sport.
Applicants will apply using the Council's online grant portal https://dcsdcgrantaid.com/ and applications should be submitted by 3.00pm on Friday 25th August 2023.
5 Civic Innovation Fund: Call for civic innovation projects 23-24
We are happy to announce the first call for projects for our Civic Innovation Fund (CIF), a unique European pooled fund aimed at pioneering new ideas in civil society.
Young civic educators and NGOs have an opportunity to apply for the CIFfunding and get a chance to make their project come true! Within CIF support, each project receives between €10,000-12,000 for piloting, incubation and scaling up for the period of 12 months.
6Apply now for the Apex Community Development Bursary!
Apex Housing Association has announced it will award a bursary worth up to £18,000 to two individuals currently working in the field of community development in Derry~Londonderry or Dungannon.
Supported by the ‘Housing for All’ Shared Housing Programme, the successful candidates will begin a community development course at Ulster University in September 2023. The course duration is flexible, with candidates completing between one and four years of study. A condition of the bursary will be the promotion of good relations outcomes in their ongoing community work.
Work Well Live Well is a FREE Workplace Health Support Service funded by the Public Health Agency, see attached link for further information https://www.dhcni.com/work-well-live-well
Our services are aimed at workplace within the Western Trust and include signing up to our mailing list to receive health and wellbeing training opportunities, survey development, wellbeing plan development, workplace health champions training and mental health training.
Together the Health Improvement Equality and Involvement Dept, Infant Feeding Leads and Breastfeeding Champions are promoting a number of events. The events are taking place trust wide to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week 2023 and are in partnership with a number of organisations across the community and voluntary sector. Breastfeeding families welcome as well as expectant parents hoping to learn more about breastfeeding.
Join us to celebrate at our planned events. Scheduled to take place between 31st July- 7th August 2023.
The SEND Transformation Programme are carrying out a survey to gauge users experience and satisfaction with SEND services in Northern Ireland. We would like to invite you to have your say and take five minutes from your day to complete this survey honestly and help inform change for SEND service provision in Northern Ireland.
The survey will close on Sunday 6th August at 12:00 PM.
NI SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
Our next support group meeting will be held on Monday 7th August at 7.30pm.
If you know of anyone who would like to join, please as them to email Rachel on rachel@fertilitynetworkuk.org for the link.
YOGA
The final session in this series of yoga will be held tonight, Tuesday 25th July at 7.30pm.
This series focuses on breathing techniques for stress reduction.
The yoga postures are all suitable for trying to conceive. However, fertility yoga is NOT suitable for pregnancy – including early pregnancy following a positive pregnancy test.
To register and for more details on the class, please use the link below https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/events/yoga-for-relaxation-25th-july/ WEBINARS
Our next webinar is on Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Fibroids and Fertility for Ethnic Minority groups- Dispelling the Myths with Mr James Nicopoullos.
This webinar will be held tomorrow, Wednesday 26th July at 7pm and will include an information session as well as an opportunity for Q and A. The speaker, Mr James Nicopoullos, is the Medical Director and Sub-specialist in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery and a Consultant Gynaecologist at The Lister Hospital. The webinar will highlight the untruths, the facts and the impact these conditions have on fertility for women from ethnic minority communities. You can submit any questions in advance to jenny@fertilitynetworkuk.org To register to join the webinar, please use the link below. Please note this session will be recorded. https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/events/webinar-ethnic-minority-communities-dispelling-the-myths/
12Job Opportunity with Sole Purpose Productions: Development Officer
Sole Purpose Productions is a vibrant award winning theatre company based in Derry Londonderry. The company has been making theatre for social change for over 25 years, and has toured nationally and internationally.
We are seeking a Development Officer to support Sole Purpose to achieve its fundraising targets. The role will work closely with the Artistic Director to support our key areas of responsibility.
Part time role, 15 hours per week, £11700. Deadline for applications: Thursday 17th August.
13Job Opportunities with Derg Valley Care and Healthy Living Centre
Derg Valley Care and Healthy Living Centre is seeking applications from suitable candidates for Post (1) P/T Day Care Worker (13hrs pw) and Post (2) Bank Staff as and when required. If you would like to join a small committed team based in Castlederg we would love to hear from you.
Post (1)
Day Care Worker
Hours Per Week: 13 hours per week
Hourly Rate: £10.42 per hour.
Post (2)
Bank Staff
Hours Per Week: As and When Required
Hourly Rate: £10.42 per hour.
The successful candidates will assist with the day-to-day care needs of our service users and will be required to help with all aspects of personal care, where necessary, to ensure their needs are met, respecting their privacy and dignity. You will assist the team in providing the highest possible standards of support and care.
Applicants will require:
Three to six months experience in a Healthcare setting
To be NISCC registered or willing to apply.
Willingness to undergo an enhanced Access NI check.
Willingness to complete all mandatory training.
Proficiency in undertaking communication and writing in English to a level required by the post.
Applications are available from reception at Derg Valley Care or by emailing phyllis@dergvalleycare.com. Applications can be returned by email, by post or in person to Derg Valley Care, 5-7 Parkview Road, Castlederg. BT81 7BN
Closing date for applications will be 3pm on Monday 31 July 2023 Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Note : Interviews will be held on Monday 07 August 2023
The Department for Communities, Derry City and Strabane Labour Market Partnership and the Cross Border Partnership for Employment Services are inviting employers from the Derry City and Strabane District Council and surrounding areas to register their interest in attending the following job fair;
Derry City and Strabane Job Fair, 12th September 2023, 11.00am – 3.00pm City Hotel, Derry – Londonderry
If you will have job vacancies available on or around the time of the job fair and would be interested in taking a stand at the event, you will need to complete and return the attached employer registration form to dfcemployerservices@communities-ni.gov.uk by 5pm on Friday 11th August 2023.
Please make sure to include details of the vacancies you will have at the time of the Job Fair and you will need to be available to attend for the duration of the event.
As stands are limited at this event, you will be notified by the DfC Employer Services team via email if you have been successful in securing a stand.
15 Call for abstracts - Annual Joint Public Health Conference
The Health-Wealth Divide: Leaving No One Behind Online from 10am on Wednesday, 29 November 2023
Working towards the Sustainable Development Goals and reducing health inequalities are strategic priorities in Northern Ireland and Ireland. This conference aims to provide an opportunity for knowledge exchange on what works, what doesn’t work, and what could work better when it comes to addressing health inequalities at a local and national level.
We particularly welcome abstract submissions from those working to improve the health of people living in areas of social and economic disadvantage or working directly with underprivileged or marginalised communities.
Abstract submissions from within and outside of the island of Ireland are welcomed. Examples of work may include, but are not limited to, academic research, community-based projects / practice, health service programmes, participatory health research, public patient involvement (PPI), policy analysis or review, and public health interventions or evaluations.
Abstract submissions will be considered for 10-minute oral presentations or 3-minute oral presentations.
Our fundraising event ‘Tour de Foyle’ returns on 26th August 2023 and this year promises to be our most exciting year yet.
We welcome new & past participants - from the novice cyclist to the experienced rider to take part in this event and worthy cause.
If you would like to join this year’s group of cyclists on a tour around the most scenic cycle route the Northwest has to offer please get in touch, or register below.
Registration link - https://nwmm.co.uk/tour-de-foyle-registration-page/
If you would like to help but cycling is not your thing, then please get in touch as we would love to hear from you.
17"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way From The 12th"
"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way From The 12th" is a short comedy which tells the story of what happens when five people meet at a bus stop on the afternoon of the 12th August. With the sound of the annual Relief of Londonderry echoing around the old city, the five characters begin to chat and explore significance of the parade to all sections of the community.
As part of The Maiden City Festival, the play is travelling to community venues across the council area. The play is followed by an discussion around the issues raised in the play and seeks to promote good relations around the festival.
The play is being staged Outdoor @ Enagh Crescent at 3pm on Wednesday 3rd August.
Supported by the Ulster Scots Agency, Derry City & Strabane District Counil Headline Event & Good Relations Departments, Community Relations Counil and Department of Foreign Affairs.
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