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NWCN E-Bulletin 12 March 2008 |
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working to create a genuinely participative democracy |
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From Here to Where? Making Connections for Youth Participation
Dialogue and Learning Event, 29th - 30th April 2008, Jacksons Hotel, Ballybofey, Co. Donegal
The Youth Participation Project is a cross-border initiative that is facilitating youth participation and real change in the planning and design of services for young people.
Delegates - The event is aimed at those in the community, voluntary, statutory and academic sectors whose work is related to children and young people.
Keynote Speaker - Gillian Calvert, Commissioner for Children and Young People, New South Wales, Australia. Contributors - Sylda Langford, Director General, Office of the Minister for Children, John Davis, Childhood Studies, University of Edinburgh, Liam Cairns, Investing in Children, Durham Local Authority.
Fee: Residential - 200 Euro Non-residential - 150 Euro. Places are limited, so book early.
For Bookings Contact: ETIC Solutions Ltd. Unit 12 College Court Lower Main Street Ballybofey Co. Donegal Ireland Tel: (+353) 749175255 Fax: (+353) 749175288 aislingmcgonigle@eticsolutions.com
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INCORE International Summer School 2008
Bursaries available for Northern Ireland Applicants The INCORE Summer School provides a structured learning opportunity to analyse the dynamic and constantly changing field of conflict resolution and peace building. Focusing on the latest research and concepts in specific topics of conflict resolution, participants are invited to compare, contrast and learn from different perspectives. The School offers a unique opportunity to create links between theory, practice and policy. Special attention is given to how the experience and research of both practitioners and academics can impact upon policy makers within the field of conflict resolution. The 2008 International Summer School will run from 16th - 20th June. This year we are offering three courses:
Full details on courses and bursaries available at http://www.incore.ulst.ac.uk/courses/ss/ss.html To reply to this email school@incore.ulst.ac.uk Closing date for applications 20 March 2008
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Please remember that the closing date for applications to Building the Community Pharmacy Partnership Programme is 17th April 2008 (WHSSB area was underrepresented in the previous round of applications). Please circulate this e-mail as widely as possible. I have included a link to the website so you can log in and view previous grants awarded under the programme.
Please don't assume given the connection to pharmacy that this programme is not relevant to the community voluntary sector. It is a worthwhile opportunity to look at adding value to the work groups are doing to address positive living throughout all of our communities. Neighbourhood Renewal Areas in particular should look at this as an opportunity to build on/achieve against their Neighbourhood Renewal Action Plans. http://www.cdhn.org/bcpp/
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The Skilled Listening Programme-A Two-Day Facilitated Workshop for Community Development Workers
The Skilled Listening Programme is a 12 hour introduction to a user-friendly structure for Listening and Basic Counselling. It is delivered by Relate NI trained counsellors and will allow participants to develop skills and confidence that will be very useful in any formal or semi-formal listening situation. Content: * Introduction to Basic Counselling skills * Introduction to the Egan Model: Exploration; Understanding; Action * Exploring blocks to Listening * Practical application of skills Fuller details available on request.
DAY 1: Wednesday 2nd April 08 DAY 2: Wednesday 9th April 08 VENUE: Clooney Hall, Derry/Londonderry TIME: 9.30am 4.30pm COST: Free Places FACILITATOR: Owen Donnelly, Relate NI CONTACT: Stephanie@ 71377940 / cdli@btconnect.com Places are limited, please book early
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Get Fit with Foyle Health @ Work & Macmillan Cancer Support
Foyle Health @ Work is association with Macmillan Cancer Support are offering you and your colleagues the opportunity to get involved in a walk which will help everyone get active while also helping to raise money for those locally who are living with cancer.
Macmillans Walk Wonders Challenge 2008 will take place on Saturday May 17th and Sunday May 18th. The challenge is to climb Croagh Patrick in County Mayo. All fitness levels are welcome. Macmillan will provide transport, accommodation, three course evening meal and two lunches. Macmillan will provide guides for the walk. The event is open to all the more the merrier! Registration fee is 20 and you have to raise a minimum of 180 sponsorship. To Register and receive your sponsor forms please call Paul at Macmillan on 07801 307 078 or Fiona Teague at Foyle Health @ Work on 028 71 611384. Everyone on the day will receive a Macmillan T-Shirt and a goody bag.
All funds raised will be used in the North West to help improve the quality of life for people affected with cancer and their families. In Northern Ireland 39,000 people are living with cancer and there is 9,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Macmillan Cancer Support is the charity that works with the NHS to provide people who have cancer and their families, with expert nursing and medical care with emotional and practical support, from the point of diagnosis, in order that they carry on living their lives despite cancer. We also continue to give patient grants to cancer patients and their families who find themselves in financial difficulty. In 2007 Macmillan allocated 125,000 in patient grants to support people living with cancer in Limavady, Derry and Strabane. Currently in the North West we have five Macmillan Nurses, two Macmillan Consultants, one Macmillan Pharmacist and two Macmillan Benefit Advisers This is an excellent opportunity to have a fun team-building event in your workplace. We have enclosed a promotional poster. We would be delighted if you could display in a prominent position in your workplace
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Community Development Learning Initiative (CDLi) post of Part -Time Administrator Invites applications for the post of Part -Time Administrator (Initial six month contract, renewable subject to availability of funding) 20 Hours per week, gross salary 15,874 pro-rata. The successful candidate will be responsible for:* Administration of the project finances including salaries, PAYE, funders requirements.* Maintaining and updating databases, information input/outputs. * Providing necessary management information as required enabling the project co-ordinator and board of directors to make informed decisions regarding budgetary control. * Providing secretarial and receptionist duties and services to the project. * Designing and producing posters/leaflets advertising learning programmes.
Essential Criteria * RSA Stage II Word processing plus knowledge and experience of Microsoft applications, as well as email and internet. * Minimum of 3 O Levels/ GCSEs grade A-C including Maths and English * Minimum of 2 years paid experience in administration and finance
Desirable Criteria * Knowledge and understanding of the voluntary and community sector including funding mechanisms Please contact: Job Centre, Asylum Road Derry/Londonderry BT48 7EA Tel: (028) 71 319500 for an application pack. Completed application forms must be returned to the Job Centre no later than 12 noon March 27th Interviews will be held on the afternoon of April 2nd, notification of interview will be Monday March 31st.
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Nominate someone to receive an Inspirational Older People Award Nominate someone
to receive an Inspirational Older People Award.
The awards are a unique opportunity
to celebrate Inspirational Older People who have accomplished
extraordinary things - your friends, relatives or work colleagues deserve
our recognition! This is Age Concern NI first year of these
awards.
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Community Foundation for Northern Ireland - Small Grants The following is
information on the Community Foundation for Northern Ireland
to NICVA's Funding Advice Network about the small grants currently
available from the organisation. CFNI, itself, is an independent
grant-making organisation that manages a broad portfolio of funds and
programmes that aim to tackle social exclusion, poverty and social
injustice. These aims are at the heart of all their programmes. You can
read more about the organisation at www.communityfoundationni.org including current grant
programmes.
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Arts Council Northern Ireland announces Re-Imaging Awards The Arts Council has
announced an allocation of 505,469 to 18 community based projects across
Northern Ireland as part of the 3.3 million Re-imaging
Communities Programme, (on behalf of the Shared Communities Consortium).
This programme places artists in the heart of communities to work with
local people to tackle visible signs of sectarianism and racism to create
a more welcoming environment for everyone.
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Peace III Priority 1.1 'Building Positive Relations at Local Level' Under
Priority 1.1 of the Peace III Programme, Building positive relations at a
local level, councils will work within self defined clusters on the
development of peace and reconciliation action plans which focus on
tackling sectarianism and racism in their areas.
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Saint Peters High School-Community Links
Saint Peters High School would like the opportunity for members of the local and wider community to become involved with the school community. They have a wide variety of events taking place throughout the school year and we would love support from the community!
On Friday 14th March we are having a Bread and Water event happening in our school from 10.30 11.30am in our school canteen. This is a coffee morning in aid of Trocaire. Our pupils will be providing entertainment and also Tony Vegas (X factor contestant) will be making a guest appearance. We would love anyone interested to come along and sample life in St Peters in what should be a very entertaining morning!
Should you require any more information regarding this event please do not hesitate to contact Niamh Desmond Community Links Teacher 02871 361981.
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REACH Across advertising for a F/T Youth Administrator REACH Across are currently advertising for a F/T Youth Administrator until the end of June 2008. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 18th March and interviews will be held on Mon 24th March. The post will begin on Mon 31st March. For an application form and job description, contact Barney or Teresa R.E.A.C.H. Across, 21 The Diamond, L'Derry, BT48 6HP, Tel - 028 71 280048, Fax - 028 71 280058, www.reach-across.co.uk
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