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23 April 2008

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1	Off The Streets Community Youth Initiative Vacancy
2	New Satellite Radiotherapy Centre for Altnagelvin
3	Peace and Reconciliation Group Work Shop
4	Donegal Peace Centre, An Teach Bán, Spring Seminar
5	Community Bridges IFI Music Therapy
6	Transforming Cellular Memory Workshop
7	“Jenny Bristow Master Class@ The Playhouse”
8	'Inter-generational Cross Community Service'
9	Job Vacancy for Director of Context Gallery
10	Launch of Community Enterprise Centre
11	Jazz Festival
12	Concerned about the development in your area?
13	Childcare Leader, Surestart Vacancy
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1	Off The Streets Community Youth Initiative Seeks to appoint a Finance / Administration Officer 20 Hours per Week Salary £15,223 p.a. Pro Rata. This post is funded for a five-year period.The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and development of the Initiatives financial and administrative tasks. The successful candidate must have * A relevant third level qualification & a minimum of 2 years working experience in the processing of financial information, and administration OR * A minimum of 4 years working experience in the processing of financial information, and administration. AND * GCSE grade C (minimum) or equivalent in English and Mathematics Evidence of IT skills and the ability to use applications including Microsoft Word and Excel A background in and understanding of a community organisation is desirable. An application pack can be obtained from Off The Streets Community Youth Initiative: Telephone 02871 358048 Closing date for completed applications: 2pm Friday 25^th April 2008 Interviews will take place on Wednesday 30^th April Off The Streets Community Youth Initiative is an equal opportunities employer This post has been funded by Lloyds TSB Foundation for Northern Ireland. The first public meeting is in Londonderry in the Verbal Arts Centre from 11 am to 12.30pm and then moving to Strabane at the Strabane Community Library from 3pm until 4.30pm. For more background information log on to: www.dfpni.gov.uk
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2	New Satellite Radiotherapy Centre for Altnagelvin Health Minister Michael McGimpsey today announced that a new satellite radiotherapy centre will be established at Altnagelvin Hospital. The new centre is expected to be in place by 2015. It will provide the additional radiotherapy capacity needed to meet an anticipated increase in cancer in Northern Ireland. At the moment, all radiotherapy services in Northern Ireland are located in the Cancer Centre in Belfast. The centre was planned and built to meet the radiotherapy needs of the population of Northern Ireland up to 2015. He said: “An initial assessment of projected cancer incidence and demographics suggests that a combination of radiotherapy services in Belfast and Altnagelvin would best meet the needs of the population of Northern Ireland beyond 2015. This is to ensure that 90% of the population is within one hour of radiotherapy..
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3	Peace and Reconciliation Group Work Shop As part of community relations 2008 week the Peace and Reconciliation Group will host a free one-day workshop entitled transforming conflict. This workshop will look at the dynamics of conflict, conflict escalation and ways of transforming conflict. The latter part of the workshop will examine the role of the third party interventionists in transforming conflict. Place of Event: Peace and Reconciliation Group Date of Event: Tuesday 29^th April 2008 Time of Event: 10.00am-4.00pm Tutor: Michael Doherty To reserve a place please contact our offices on 02871 369206 or email catherine@peaceprg.co.uk
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4	Donegal Peace Centre, An Teach Bán, Downings, Co.Donegal Spring Seminar, 2008 Changing the Border: Implications for Peace The Junction, Bishop Street, Derry/Londonderry, Friday, April 25^th 10.00am-3.00pm The Seminar will follow the pattern of previous seminars and provide an opportunity for an in-depth examination of the subject in question, this time the recently published book “Crossing the Border: New Relationships between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland”, edited by John Coakley (UCD) and Liam O’Dowd (QUB), Irish Academic Press, 2007. We are fortunate in having Professor Liam O’Dowd take the seminar. He will give an introductory talk entitled: “Changing the Border: Implications for Peace”. This will be followed by small group discussions followed by plenary feed back and lunch. After lunch there will be final session on the main lessons of the day and avenues for further investigation. The theme of the seminar is one which is central to the work of the Peace Centre whose own action research project seeks to trace the connections between cross-border cooperation and peace-building. The book is the first sustained examination of cross-border relationships since the 1998 Agreement. It looks at changing patterns of North-South relations in three broad domains: Politics and public administration; The economy; and Civil society. Specific topics covered include the cross-border implementation bodies, the island economy, the voluntary sector, education, health, planning, public policy and the EU. In a trenchant assessment of future prospects, the book stresses the extent to which North-South relations have been dependent on external funding from the EU and USA. The diminution of these funds threatens the sustainability of cross-border cooperation and puts the onus on the two governments to develop a more coherent and strategic approach to cross-border cooperation. This Seminar will concentrate on the impact of these developments for peace. Previous seminars included David Stevens (Corrymeela) on Protestant identity and Mike Tomlinson (QUB) on the relationship between poverty and conflict. Book a place by contacting the Peace Centre by email: peacecentre@eircom.net or by phone 074.9154892 or 087.2908229.
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5	Community Bridges IFI Music Therapy An Teach Ban will host a Music Therapy residential 2^nd 4^th May 2008 ‘’The weekend is aimed at providing a space for musicians working in community projects to share their experiences of their work and think about this in different ways. We want to base what we do together on general or specific discussion of work experiences, alongside trying out different ways of music-making. We hope that the weekend will provide a supportive environment, where we can all refresh our thinking. Please bring any instruments that you use in your work." Music communicates where words fail, and music therapy has been proven to connect with those who were thought to be unreachable. Facilitated by Dr Julie Sutton Julie Sutton has practised as a registered music therapist for over eighteen years, working with a wide range of clients and also as a researcher and registered clinical supervisor. Her research interests include Parkinson's disease, complex speech and language impairment, Rett Syndrome, psychological trauma and interpersonal processes in improvisation. She has a private practice, working regularly in Belfast, Dublin, London and for the Pavarotti Music Therapy Centre in Bosnia-Herzegovina. She has published and presented internationally. A member of several professional groups and the UK representative for the European Music therapy Confederation. Cost: €50 This includes a weekend residential with meals and accommodation provided in An Teach Ban-Centre for Peace Building, Downings, Co. Donegal Places are limited so please book early Contact Margaret 00353749154892 Email peacecentre@eircom.net
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6	*Transforming Cellular Memory Workshop* *Presented by Don Hanson* 16th—18th May 2008 at An Teach Bán, Downings, Co. Donegal Don Hanson M.A. is an international teacher, healer and group process facilitator. He has spent over 35 years unravelling his own fear-based belief systems and mind-sets and has awakened a profound ability to bring through powerful healing energies. These sacred energies combine with Don's psychic, intuitive skills and group process experience. The result is an unlocking on a cellular level of all inherited behaviour patterns that keep you stuck in a limited level of consciousness and perspective. Don will help you move through phobias, fears, doubt, self mistrust, passivity, shame and guilt, clearing everything you have absorbed in your lifetime and from your ancestors. You will learn how to work with divine energies for yourself and others awakening your own innate spiritual gifts and talents. If you are passionate about your self-realization and enlightenment process, if you are already a healer looking to refine and expand your work and/or you are in need of deep healing, transformation and growth then you owe it to yourself to work with Don Hanson... See his website for more information: www.donhanson.com Workshop Fee: €295 /£175 stg. Subsidised Accommodation: €50/£35. Book early to avoid disappointment by contacting: Margaret on 00353 (0)749154892 Email: peacecentre@eircom.net
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7	*“Jenny Bristow Master Class@ The Playhouse”* Thursday 24th April, 7:30pm On Thursday 24^th April, Jenny Bristow will be coming to The Playhouse @ St Columb’s Hall as part of the University of Ulster’s Step-Up to Science Programme to launch an exciting new culinary ‘Create ‘n’ Cook’ competition. Jenny Bristow is one of Ireland's most celebrated local good food ambassador's, TV cooks and cookery writers whose cookery programmes have travelled the world. She has teamed up with the University’s Step-Up programme to launch an exciting new “Create ‘n Cook” competition. The aim of the Create 'n' Cook Competition is to provide Year 10 pupils in Step-Up Schools in Derry and Belfast, with the opportunity to create their own innovative and mouth-watering culinary creations. The culmination of the competition will the cooking of the winning recipes in one of Jenny’s popular Masterclasses, one in Belfast and one in Derry. The entrants that progress to the final round of the competition will participate in this exclusive “Jenny Bristow Masterclass” where the winning entries will be revealed and Jenny, with the assistance of each team member, will cook the recipes before your very eyes! This event will take place in the Playhouse at St Columb’s Hall at 7.30pm on Thursday 24^th April and is open to the public. Tickets are priced at £7 each and are available from the Playhouse box office, Tel: 71268027 and at the door on the night itself".
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8	'Inter-generational Cross Community Service' St Columbs Cathedral Sunday 27th April 2008 at 3.00pm. Shared City Project cordially invite you to 'Inter-generational Cross Community Service' in St Columbs Cathedral on Sunday 27 th April 2008, time 3.00pm. Due to the damage caused this week to a valuable Stained Glass Window a collection will be taken up during the service. People are encouraged to attend to show their support to this historic Cathedral and also to unite as a community of our City.
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9	Job Vacancy for Director of Context Gallery Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following post Offsite@ The Orchard Gallery, St Columb’s Hall, Orchard Street, Derry, BT48 6EG Tel: 028 7137 3538 contextgallery@yahoo.co.uk Context Gallery, Derry, Northern Ireland seeks an individual with flair and imagination to curate, manage and administer a public contemporary art space. He/She will inspire innovation and excellence in programming and enhancing the artistic reputation of the gallery and its public profile. The Director shall report to The Board of Management. Salary Scale: Principal Officer 1 on the NICVA/NJC Payscale By way of application please send: • Current CV; • Letter of application which should refer to the essential and desirable experience required as outlined in the Job Description; and • The names, occupations and addresses of two referees. Closing Date for receipt of applications: Tuesday 6th May 2008 Proposed date for Interviews: Friday 16th May 2008 All applications by post clearly marked to: Director Context Gallery Position Mr. Tim Webster, Context Gallery Board Secretary 12 Crawford Square, Derry BT48 7HR email: berniewebster@hotmail.com Job Description and further information at: www.contextgalleries.blogspot.com or Mr. Tim Webster (Board Secretary) on Daytime (028) 71319852 Evening (028) 71269741
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10	Launch of Community Enterprise Centre The Board of Directors of Lagan View Enterprise Centre invites you to the official launch ceremony of their new Community Enterprise Centre Friday 25^th April, 11am - 1pm the Community Hall of LaganView Enterprise centre. A light buffet lunch will be served at approx 12.15pm. RSVP to Joanne by Wednesday 23^rd April 2008 Tel: 028 9267 0055 Email: laganview@btconnect.com
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11	*Queen of Jazz for Festival* When it comes to the title for the best voice on the Irish Jazz scene there is no contest. Honor Heffernan reigns supreme as the leading lady so much so that she has been dubbed 'Ireland's First Lady of Jazz'. Honor will be performing in the Millennium Forum Studio Theatre on Sunday May 4th at 8.30pm. Tickets for the performance cost £7.00 and can be purchased directly from the theatre box office. Dream Date with Cormac Kenevey at Jazz Festival. Vocalist and songwriter Cormac Kenevey will also be performing in the Millennium Forum Studio Theatre on Friday 2nd May as part of the Festival. Tickets for Cormac Kenevey cost £6.00 and can be purchased directly from the Box Office at The Millennium Forum telephone 028 7126 4455. Festival fans from outside the city will be pleased to know that an exciting competition is available for them to enter online. Simply go into the festival website www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com and click on 'enter competition' to take part.
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12	Concerned about the development in your area? Coin Street Ian Tuckett (Coin Street Community Builders is speaking on his experience of meeting community needs through urban development on London’s South Bank Tuesday 6^th May 2008 at 7:30pm Verbal Arts Centre, Bishop Street Admission is free, everyone is welcome. This will be of interest to local communities, statutory bodies, community relations, private sector and others. www.yourspaceormine.org.uk Transforming the Interface Stewartstown Road Regeneration Project are speaking on community-led and community-owned development on the Suffolk/Lenadoon interface in Belfast. Monday 28^th April, at 7:30pm Verbal Arts Centre, Bishop Street Admission is free, everyone is welcome. This will be of interest to local communities, statutory bodies, community relations, private sector and others. www.yourspaceormine.org.uk
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13	Childcare Leader The SureStart Programme is an exciting and dynamic initiative, which is part of the Governments strategy for creating new opportunities for families and children in the 0-3 years age group. Salary Scale: NJC 14 £15,153 Per Annum Pro Rata Hours: 10 hours a week Tenure: Fixed term contract The Childcare Leader will be required to work as part of the SureStart team in partnership with the local community towards the development and delivery of new initiatives in the Creevagh/Springtown/ Rosemount Wards. Essential Criteria NVQ in Early Years Childcare and Education Level 3 or equivalent A minimum of 2 years’ previous experience in leading/managing an early years setting, in a paid capacity CHILDCARE ASSISTANT Salary Scale: NJC 6 £11,907 Hours: 8 hours a week Tenure: Fixed term contract Essential Criteria NVQ in Early Years Childcare and Education Level 2 or equivalent A minimum of 1 years’ (in the last three years) practical experience in working with young children in a paid, voluntary or placement capacity. For further information and an application pack, please apply either in writing enclosing a stamped S.A.E. to the value of 44p to the address below or email surestart@btinternet.com for the attention of Dymphna Human Resource Team Ballymagroarty Hazelbank Community Partnership 19 Merriman Court Ballymagroarty Derry BT48 0QG Closing Date:30th April 2008 at 12.00 noon. Interview date: 7th May 2008 BHCP is an equal opportunities employer.

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Community Bridges IFI Music Therapy

Transforming Cellular Memory Workshop

Presented by Don Hanson

Queen of Jazz for Festival

When it comes to the title for the best voice on the Irish Jazz scene there is no contest. Honor Heffernan reigns supreme as the leading lady so much so that she has been dubbed 'Ireland's First Lady of Jazz'.

Dream Date with Cormac Kenevey at Jazz Festival. Vocalist and songwriter Cormac Kenevey will also be performing in the Millennium Forum Studio Theatre on Friday 2nd May as part of the Festival.