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NWCN E-Bulletin 02 April 2008 |
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Consultation on Proposed Changes to Health & Social Care Structures in NI 1.30 - 4pm, Monday 7th April 2008 St. Columb's Park House, Derry~Londonderry
Health & Social Care in Northern Ireland seems to have been going through a constant change process for the last few years and we now find ourselves facing a new set of reform proposals announced by DHSSPS Minister, Michael McGimpsey, earlier this year. The weeks since the proposals were released have seen further movement on the reform of local government with the eleven-council model now looking the likely goal for 2011, and the bite is already beginning to be felt on the 3% annual efficiency savings required of all departments as per the Comprehensive Spending Review. There is already concern that the easiest way to obtain such "cuts" is to reduce the support given to services provided by community & voluntary sector groups. At a time when, as in the case of Neighbourhood Renewal, ensuring departmental responsibility for services fitting in to their remit is proving a difficult knot to unravel, the proposed changes take on greater significance.
For details of the event and the main elements of the proposals and/or vist: http://www.dhsspsni.gov.uk/index/hss/rpa-home.htm for further details.
To book your place at this important event (the only one to be held in the North-West), please contact the Network - email: info@nwcn.org or tel: (028) 7127 9090. (Alternatively, contact Cathy Breslin at NICVA - tel: (028) 90 877777 or email: cathy.breslin@nicva.org).
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APEL – Bursary Opportunities for Women – Volunteering or in Voluntary Work Environment
In relation to the APEL commencing at the Magee Campus, a number of bursary opportunities have arisen for women working voluntarily or for a voluntary organisation but have been able to source the course fees – first come, first served, contact Isy Hawthorne-Steele on number below ASAP.
Would you like your Community Experience to lead to a University of Ulster Degree? If you have substantial experience in the community & voluntary sector, you could gain direct entry to the 2nd year of the part-time degree BSc (Hons) Community Development
As a first step, the University is offering experienced community sector practitioners and activists the opportunity to enrol on a short course Accreditation for Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) at Magee and Jordanstown Campuses, Thursdays 3 April - 8 May 2008 : Cost 235.00 The course provides you with: 1. the opportunity to convert community experience into University credits 2. guidance on building a portfolio of experience-based learning 3. the prospect of direct entry into the second year of the degree programme in September 2008 through successful completion of the course and submission of a portfolio.
Closing date for applications has been extended. For an application form and further details contact: Sharon Adams 028 9036 6680 email: sb.adams@ulster.ac.uk (Administrator), Eilish Rooney 028 9036 6998 email: e.rooney@ulster.ac.uk (Programme Director) Rosemary Moreland 028 9036 8333 email: rj.moreland@ulster.ac.uk (Jordanstown) Isy Hawthorne-Steele 028 7137 5017 email: i.hawthrorne@ulster.ac.uk (Magee) |
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“Creating Change” Conference - ‘The Assembly & You: How To Have Your Say’ DaVinci’s Hotel, Derry / Londonderry Thursday 24th – Friday 25th April 2008
You are cordially invited to the above event organized by The Workers’ Educational Association as part of The Creating Change Programme
One of the biggest challenges facing the Community and Voluntary Sector is how to influence decision making and affect real change. With the Northern Ireland Assembly now running full steam ahead, opportunities abound for groups and individuals to ‘have a say’
This event will give you the opportunity to learn and share skills and expertise in how government works, locally and regionally – Who are the key players? What are the key structures? Who do I contact and how? There will be inputs from a range of stakeholders including political lobbyists and campaigners Stratagem, Blas voice consultancy and local MLA’s and a golden opportunity for you to ask those ‘burning questions’ you’ve always wanted to ask!
Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action (NICVA) will play a significant role in the conference by way of facilitating training workshops aimed at providing you with information and skills in getting to know your NI Assembly and how to lobby effectively. These practical workshops will demystify the world of government and policy and assist you in developing skills and confidence
The event will run from the morning of Thursday 24th and end with lunch on Friday 25thand there is no charge; however places are limited, so please complete the attached booking form today to reserve your place. A detailed conference schedule will follow in due course. |
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OTHER BORDERS - International Women’s Health Conference The Everglades Hotel, Derry, Northern Ireland - May 29th to May 30th 2008
Derry Well Woman on behalf of the Cross Border Women’s Health Network is hosting an international conference on women’s health in May 2008. The conference is entitled Other Borders. The aim is to make a health impact by raising awareness and opening up the debate on the need to improve health status and reduce health inequalities through focusing on the following themes: - Women and exclusion - Maintaining women’s roles in determining health and well-being when societies move from conflict to post-conflict - Meeting health needs on a cross border basis
In securing this aim our
objectives are: - To bring together speakers from around the world to disseminate/share information and experience of working with women and exclusion, the role of women in maintaining health and well-being in post conflict societies and meeting health needs on a cross border basis - To develop and strengthen international links between health and social care professionals, academics, researchers, development workers and politicians interested in the key role women play in determining population health status - To lobby politicians and decision makers for action against health inequalities and social exclusion in border areas.
To register for the Conference you can download a Registration form on our website at www.derrywellwoman.org or email Julie Ward at julie@derrywellwoman.org for a copy of the Registration Form. |
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Parents Advice Centre - Short Courses: Fathers Figure & Handling Teenagers
The Parents Advice Centre is offering two short practical courses.
Fathers Figure is a short free practical course for fathers and runs for 3 x 2 hour sessions at: Strabane Caring Services, Bridge Street, Strabane Co Tyrone 7.30pm – 9.30pm, Wednesday 9th : 16th: 23rd April 2008
This is open to fathers of all ages who have kids at all ages/stages. Fathers include biological; step-fathers; foster-fathers; grandfathers; single fathers, any person doing day to day fathering…..This is not a chalk and talk programme.
Fathers will be expected to…have a sense of humour…try out stuff at home
Topics may include: understanding how kids work – all behaviour is intelligent: practical tips: handling behaviours that parents find difficult: Rules, roles and boundaries; Child’s play for fathers: The importance of fathering and parenting styles.
Handling Teenagers is a 6 week programme for parents. Handling teenagers will cover areas such as problem solving – whose problem is it anyway? Communication and relationship skills, understanding behaviours and how and why you matter as parents.
Starts Thursday 10th April – 15th May 2008, from 7.30 pm – 9.30 pm at the Parents Advice Centre, 65 Clarendon Street, Derry. This course costs £60 waged/£20 unwaged - discount for couples.
To enrol and for further information on these courses, contact: Christine Carlin at the Parents Advice Centre, tel: 028 71 372006 (048 from ROI) or email Christine@pachelp.org or Paul Anderson at Derg Finn Partnership, Ballybofey, 074 9132 438 |
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Lifeskills Courses (Health Promotion)
Handling Children’s Behaviour (FREE) - 6 & 7 May 2008, Verbal Arts Centre, L’Derry
Aim of the CourseThe aim of this training is to equip professionals to enable parents and carers to take control of their children's behaviour and improve confidence and self-esteem as well as parenting skills.
Refreshments will be provided, lunch will NOT be provided Duration - 2 Days 9.30 am - 4.30 pm, full attendance is essential.Facilitator: Sue Stead, Future Childcare Training Ltd
Handling Adolescent’s Behaviour (FREE) - 12 & 13 June 2008, Calgach Centre, L’Derry
Aim of the CourseThis course aims to enable participants to gain a working knowledge of the Handling Teenage Behaviour course. After successful completion of the course the participants will be quality to run their own 6 weeks course for parents and produce programmes for individual families. The course aims to enable participants to learn by interaction and fun.
Refreshments will be provided, lunch will NOT be provided Duration - 2 Days 9.30 am - 4.30 pm, full attendance is essential.Facilitator: Joy Osborn, Future Childcare Training Ltd
Esteem Builders Course (FREE) - 13 May 2008, Verbal Arts Centre, L’Derry
Aim of the CourseThis training aims to equip professionals to enable parents and carers to improve confidence and self esteem as well as parenting skills.
Refreshments will be provided, lunch will NOT be provided Duration - 1 Day 9.30 am - 4.30 pmFacilitator: Sue Stead, Future Childcare Training Ltd
If you are interested in participating in any of these courses, contact: Sandra Guy, Health Promotion Department, Maple Villa, Gransha Park, L’Derry on or before 25 April 2007. Tel: 028 7165 5127 Fax: 028 71 865 128 |
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Cúnamh – Office Manager Vacancy
Cúnamh invites applications for the post of full-time Office Manager. The postholder’s main duties will be to manage and oversee an efficient and effective administration system. To monitor and control of all financial and non-financial records. The post requires the individual to be self motivated, confident and competent in written and oral communication skills and to be a proven effective organiser.
All candidates must possess a minimum of 5 years experience working within an office environment with knowledge of managing community, statutory or European funding essential.
Salary: £18,500.00 (NICVA NJC Scale 5) plus employer pension contribution until Mar’09 (extended period subject to further funding).
Application forms and job description are only available by contacting: Cúnamh, T. (028) 71288868 or email cathy@cunamh.org Alternatively write to: Personnel Manager, Cúnamh, 171 Sunbeam Terrace, Bishop Street, Derry. BT48 6UJ.
Closing date for receipt of application forms is Monday 14th April. Interviews will take place Thursday 17th April 2008.
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“Maor” - Energy Forum Fortnight, March 31st - April 12th 2008
Maor (an Irish
word for ‘guardian’ or ‘steward’) is a group of individuals based in the
North West who came together in 2006 in solidarity with the ShelltoSea
campaign and in response to the issues surrounding gas and oil exploration
off the Donegal coast. Maor aims to raise awareness of and generate
discussion on ownership and management of Ireland’s
natural resources. Friday 4th April
- Creggan Country Park 1pm -
3pm Monday 7th April - Sandino’s
8pm
Wednesday 9th April: Sandinos ACAF (African and Caribbean Association of Foyle)- Intercultural and Anti Racism Social Event. Entertainment includes Tobias Tembo (Bare Feet, Lusaka), a Zambian performer who works with children who live on the street using creative arts. Also local DJs playing African and Caribbean beats. Call Elly (07922317860) or Gráinne (07719725200) for further information:
For further information on any of the above, contact Marian on 71265215 or Grainne on 07719725200.
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GoalCoach - CD for Children & Teens
We are now offering our new CD for children and teens. This CD will provide a relaxation session for the young people you work with. The contents of the CD will also help build the child's confidence. This is an excellent resource for parents, teachers, social workers and youth workers. Use the CD: To help young people relax before exams. To help with behavioral problems. Helps young people become calm and relaxed. Helps young people become more confident.
The CD costs £6 and postage is FREE - To order online click on the link below: |
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Parkinsons Awareness Week - Commencing 7th April 2008
As part of this week, the Foyle Branch is holding a series of events: Mon 7th Irish Street Community Centre - Coffee Morning Wed 9th Shantallow Community Centre - Coffee Morning Friday 11th Charity Breakfast - Broomhill Hotel
Please support and make our disease known in the community. There are 250 plus sufferers in your area and little is known about their problems. The awareness week is designed to educate the public of our plight.
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Echo Echo - From the ordinary to the extra-ordinary… and back again!
Hidden in our ordinary everyday behaviour lays our body language, let Echo Echo help you turn it into the extra-ordinary! Echo Echo Dance Theatre Company will be teaching a weekend workshop in 'Instantaneous Composition' on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th May at their studio in The Waterside Theatre. Instantaneous Composition is a way of playing, making choices within an instant and giving permission for the dance to manifest rather than taking control of the invention of a dance. It gets even more remarkable and exciting when dancing in a group - all composing and inventing at the same time – creating a multitude of potential choice and outcome. This 2-day workshop is open to all ages and abilities and costs just £40 or £20 concession. Echo Echo’s previous weekend workshop was filled to capacity so if you are interested in taking part, you are encouraged to book your place early. Phone Ailbe or Sarah on 028 7134 2266, e-mail info@echoechodance.com or visit www.echoechodance.com for more information. |
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Foyle Big Bike Ride - Sunday 25th May 08
Now in its third year, the BIG BIKE RIDE is a nationwide fundraising event in aid of the NSPCC's work with children and young people. By getting on your bike and raising money, you will help us to ensure that all children are loved, valued and able to fulfil their potential. You can make a difference by joining a bike ride! . Organiser: Patricia
Dayson For more details, visit: http://www.bigbikeride.co.uk/bike-ride-foyle.html
Foyle Valley Greenway, "Winner of the European Award of Excellence". Running along the line of the of the former Great Northern Railway, the Foyle Valley Greenway offers picturesque views of the River Foyle, with traffic free paths and quiet country lanes taking you over the border. |
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