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SUMMARY:Budgeting and Financial Planning
DESCRIPTION:Face to face workshop \nFinancial planning and budgeting is essential for every organisation\, as well planning for the next financial year and beyond. \n  \nThis training uses practical exercises to focus on your organisation financial needs and gives learners the understanding of budgeting essentials. \n  \nThe course will also give you the knowledge and tools needed to understand and develop the following financial information: \n  \n\nTerminology\nBudgeting and cashflow\nProfit and loss accounts\nFull cost recovery\nBreak-even point and costing your activity\nMonitoring expenditure and variances\nBrief review of accounting software\n\nThis training will also give you the skills to create the documents needed in the financial sections of a business plan\, calculate your breakeven point and ensure full cost recovery. \n  \nAt the end of this face-to-face training course\, learners will have: \n\nKnowledge and skills to develop financial documents\nTemplates to prepare financial plans\nTraining workbook with information and guidance on finance\nTools and resources to help you develop financial documents\n\n  \nWho is this for? \n\nThose who need to write the financial sections of a business plan?\nThose who want to write out a budget for a new project?\nThose writing a funding application and need financial projections for their organisation?\n\n  \nImportant Information \n\nTo increase the availability of this offer\, VAC request that only one member of your organisation / group purchase a ticket for this training course. If you are unsure if you are already a member of VAC\, please check our website\nTickets sales are final and are non-refundable\, but can be transferred to another member of your organisation in the event of non-attendance.\n\n  \nIf you are not a member and would like to know more about VAC’s membership\, please click here: https://vac.org.uk/get-involved/membership/ \n  \nBuy Tickets\nPlease pay for your tickets via our event page on Ticket Tailor: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/voluntaryactioncamden/1177816 \n  \nTo find out more about upcoming training and take advantage of future offers and discounts\, sign up for our newsletter here: https://vac.org.uk/news-and-events/newsletter/
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/budgeting-and-financial-planning/
LOCATION:VAC\, 8-12 Camden High Street\, London\, NW1 OJH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Funding and Finance
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SUMMARY:Dementia Awareness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About\nIt’s normal for your memory to be affected by stress\, tiredness\, certain illnesses and certain medications. \nBut if you’re becoming increasingly forgetful and memory loss is affecting your daily life\, our easy-to-understand dementia awareness workshop might provide some answers. \nThis one-hour interactive session will give you an opportunity to learn more out about dementia and how you can support a friend or a loved one living with the condition. \nLight refreshments and the opportunity to network\, ask questions and find out more provided. \n  \nWho should attend\nOpen to all voluntary organisations\, groups and individuals working in health\, care or with vulnerable people; including support workers\, volunteers and community advocates. \n  \nNote for Attendees\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for another member of your organisation to attend in your place. \nAlternatively\, please email Ricky Singh Tokhi at: rsingh@vac.org.uk in advance and your place can be offered to another learner on our wating list. \nFor more information or questions regarding suitability of this training and upcoming events and workshops\, please email: Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi at: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk \n\n\n\nBooking  \n\nYou can book your FREE place via Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1194613 \n 
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/dementia-awareness-workshop-25th-april-1030am-12pm/
LOCATION:VAC\, 8-12 Camden High Street\, London\, NW1 OJH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T110000
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SUMMARY:Virtual – An introduction to: Dementia\, Mental Capacity\, and Adult Safeguarding
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Dementia\, Mental Capacity\, and adult safeguarding training session.\n  \nThis session is designed to provide you with an introductory understanding of dementia\, mental capacity\, and safeguarding adults at risk. \n  \nVAC will be delivering the full day’s course on this topic on Wednesday 17th April 2024. \n  \nOur expert facilitator from Skills Plus Training will be covering the following topics: \n  \n\nUnderstanding dementia and its impact on individuals and their families\nSome common symptoms of the condition\nMental capacity and decision-making\nBalancing independence and protection\nIdentifying and responding to instances of abuse or neglect\nBest practices for communication and interaction with individuals with dementia\n\n  \nBy the end of the session\, you will have a deeper understanding of the complex issues surrounding dementia\, mental capacity\, and adult safeguarding. \n  \nWho should attend this teaser session: Essential knowledge and information for all\, but especially organisations and groups delivering services to older people and vulnerable adults. \n  \nTo find out more about additional training for heath chick here: https://www.skillsplustraining.co.uk/ \n  \nBook your place here: https://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1153797
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/virtual-an-introduction-to-dementia-mental-capacity-and-adult-safeguarding/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240307T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240307T113000
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SUMMARY:Dementia Awareness Workshop - 7th March 10 - 11:30am
DESCRIPTION:About\nIt’s normal for your memory to be affected by stress\, tiredness\, certain illnesses and medicines. \nBut if you’re becoming increasingly forgetful and memory loss is affecting your daily life\, our easy-to-understand dementia awareness workshop might provide some answers. \nThis one-hour interactive session will give you an opportunity to learn more out about dementia and how you can support a friend or a loved one living with the condition. \nLight refreshments and the opportunity to network\, ask questions and find out more are provided. \n\n\n\nWhen\n7th March: 10am – 11.30am\, in-person \n\n  \n\nWhere\nVoluntary Action Camden – NEW OFFICE!! \n8-12 Camden High Street\, 2nd Floor \nNW1 0JH \n(5 min walk from Mornington Crescent Station) \n  \n\nBooking and further information\n  \nYou can book your place via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-awareness-workshop-tickets-806487294207?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \nPlease contact Dianne dogunyemi@vac.org.uk for more information. \n  \n\nNote for Attendees\n\nPlease be aware that all VAC’s face-to-face training and workshops are externally funded and therefore extremely limited.\nTherefore\, we kindly ask that if you are unable to attend on the day – you please arrange for another member of your organisation to attend in your place.\nAlternatively\, please email Ricky Singh Tokhi at: rsingh@vac.org.uk in advance and your place can be offered to another learner on our wating list.\nFailure to attend a session may result in a £50 non-attendance fee being charged to your organisation or reduced access to future training opportunities.\nFor more information or questions regarding your suitability of this training and upcoming online workshops\, please email me directly.
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/dementia-awareness-workshop-7th-march-10-1130am/
LOCATION:VAC\, 8-12 Camden High Street\, London\, NW1 OJH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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SUMMARY:Virtual – Deconstructing Binary Gender and Understanding Labels
DESCRIPTION:Many complex issues have come to the table over the years – religion\, race and most recently sexuality. Now it’s the turn of gender. \n  \nGender identity is changing and it’s dividing opinion. Join us online for this introductory workshop with Che Barnes from Let’s Talk Gender to understand more. \n  \nThe session will cover: \n\nDeconstructing Binary Gender\nGender Labels and Terminology\nHow Binary Gender Hurts us All\nEquality Beyond the Binary\n\n  \nTo find out more click here: https://letstalkgender.co.uk/ \n  \nTo book your place please visit: https://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1153731
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/virtual-deconstructing-binary-gender-and-understanding-labels/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095802
CREATED:20240119T153206Z
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UID:39172-1709145000-1709150400@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Camden Trustees Annual Celebration Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us to in our celebration event to thank trustees for all the hard work they do supporting charities and community groups in Camden.\n  \nIn order to celebrate the achievements and contributions of trustees in Camden\, Voluntary Action Camden and Volunteer Centre Camden would like to invite you to Camden’s annual Charity Trustees Appreciation and Networking event. \n  \nA drinks reception and finger buffet will be provided. (There will be halal\, vegetarian and gluten free options) \n  \nSpeakers (TBC)\, will be attending to show their appreciation for the contribution that you make to Camden. \n  \nThe evening will include an opportunity for you to meet and network with other Camden trustees. \n  \nThe invite is for a maximum of two trustees from your organisation. So do please share this with another trustee if they would like to join us. \n  \nWe very much hope that you will be able to join us and we look forward to seeing you there! \n  \nYou can find out more about the benefits of joining the Camden Trustee Network on the VAC website. \n  \nLocation\nClaudia Jones Room\, Camden Town Hall\,  5 Judd Street\, London WC1H 9JE \n  \nTo Book\nPlease visit our Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/camden-trustees-annual-celebration-event-tickets-803971689967?aff=oddtdtcreator  or use the form below. \nThank you image by storyset on Freepik
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/camden-trustees-annual-celebration-event/
LOCATION:Camden Town Hall\, 5 Judd Street\, London\, England\, WC1H 9JE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Governance event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240227T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240227T113000
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SUMMARY:Dementia Awareness Workshop - Tues 27th February: 10am – 11.30am
DESCRIPTION:About\nIt’s normal for your memory to be affected by stress\, tiredness\, certain illnesses and medicines. \nBut if you’re becoming increasingly forgetful and memory loss is affecting your daily life\, our easy-to-understand dementia awareness workshop might provide some answers. \nThis one-hour interactive session will give you an opportunity to learn more out about dementia and how you can support a friend or a loved one living with the condition. \nLight refreshments and the opportunity to network\, ask questions and find out more are provided. \n\n\n\nWhen\nTues 27th February: 10am – 11.30am\, in-person \n\n  \n\nWhere\nMaitland Park Care Home\, \nMaitland Park Road\, \nMaitland Villas\, NW3 2ET \n(5 – 10 minute walk from Chalk Farm station). \n\nBooking and further information\n  \nYou can book your place via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-awareness-workshop-tickets-806484455717 \n  \nPlease contact Dianne dogunyemi@vac.org.uk for more information. \n  \n\nNote for Attendees\n\nPlease be aware that all VAC’s face-to-face training and workshops are externally funded and therefore extremely limited.\nTherefore\, we kindly ask that if you are unable to attend on the day – you please arrange for another member of your organisation to attend in your place.\nAlternatively\, please email Ricky Singh Tokhi at: rsingh@vac.org.uk in advance and your place can be offered to another learner on our wating list.\nFailure to attend a session may result in a £50 non-attendance fee being charged to your organisation or reduced access to future training opportunities.\nFor more information or questions regarding your suitability of this training and upcoming online workshops\, please email me directly.
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/dementia-awareness-workshop/
LOCATION:Maitland Park – Shaw Healthcare\, Maitland Park Villas\, London\, England\, NW3 2ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095802
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T125909Z
UID:39152-1707386400-1707395400@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Online Safeguarding and Social Media Workshop (In partnership with Camden Prevent and Lightbulb Learners)
DESCRIPTION:About\nWith its volume\, reach and speed\, social media can encourage millions of users to adopt extreme political or social positions. In this workshop\, we will look at the impacts of online groups\, tribes\, and communities; how they polarise for profit\, and at times validate dangerous behaviour. \n  \nWith a focus on grooming\, algorithms and the spread of disinformation that promotes division among communities\, we will explore the role of safeguarding online in our increasingly digitalised world. \n  \nThe session will give a background to social media harm and well as cover subjects on grooming gangs\, the incel and femcel community\, male body dysmorphia and the online harms bill. \n  \nWho should attend\nEssential knowledge for all\, but especially those who work with children and young people in the borough. \n  \nWhen\nFace-to-face: Thursday 8th February 2024: 10am – 12.30pm. \n  \nWhere\nMeeting Room 3.1\nThird Floor Crowndale Centre\n218 Eversholt Street\nNW1 1BD \n  \nTo find out more or to secure your place\n  \nPlease email our Safeguarding Lead Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi on: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/online-safeguarding-and-social-media-workshop-in-partnership-with-camden-prevent-and-lightbulb-learners/
LOCATION:Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt Street\, London\, England\, NW1 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240201T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240201T143000
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UID:39147-1706792400-1706797800@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Safer Recruitment: for Small Orgs and Community Groups
DESCRIPTION:About \nSafer recruitment procedures are an essential part of safeguarding in any voluntary organisation or community group. \n  \nIt is essential that all those delivering services to under 18’s or vulnerable people in the borough have rigorous safer recruitment procedures at the heart of their organisation. Such practices help to ensure staff and volunteers are suitable to work and all understand the vital part they play in creating a positive environment that keeps everyone safe from harm. \n  \nIf you are responsible for selecting and recruiting volunteers\, employed workers\, teachers or coaches for positions that come into contact with children\, young people or vulnerable adults; then come along to this session and find out how you can ensure you are doing all you can to keep service users safe. \n  \nWho should attend\nEssential knowledge for managers\, senior workers and leadership teams\, permanent workers and volunteers who work with children and young people in the borough. \n  \nWhen and Where\nVirtual – Online: Thursday 1st February 2024: 1pm – 2.30pm. \n  \nTo find out more or to secure your place\nPlease email our Safeguarding Lead Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi on: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/introduction-to-safer-recruitment-for-small-orgs-and-community-groups/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095802
CREATED:20240112T121013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T124451Z
UID:39142-1706090400-1706097600@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding in Practice - Developing Knowledge and Understanding
DESCRIPTION:About\nAll children and young people have the right to live their lives free from violence\, abuse\, and exploitation – if you are delivering services to under 18’s in Camden\, this safeguarding refresher is essential. \nDesigned for those who have had some kind of safeguarding training in the past\, this workshop aims to refresh existing knowledge and provide an update of safeguarding practices and changes to legislation since the start of the pandemic. \nUsing group discussions\, lived experiences and real-life case studies; we discuss the safeguarding “red flags” and examine how you can play a vital part in the safeguarding process. \n  \nWho should attend\nEssential knowledge for all\, but especially those currently working with children and young people in the borough. \n  \nWhen\nFace-to-face: Wednesday 24 January 2024: 10.00am – 12.00pm \n  \nWhere\nCommittee Room 2\, Crowndale Centre\,\nThird Floor\, Crowndale Centre\,\n218 Eversholt Street\nNW1 1BD \n  \nTo find out more or to secure your place\nPlease email our Safeguarding Lead Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi on: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/safeguarding-in-practice-developing-knowledge-and-understanding/
LOCATION:Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt Street\, London\, England\, NW1 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231114T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095802
CREATED:20231108T152836Z
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UID:38801-1699974000-1699977600@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Camden New Groups Network- VAC exciting new project
DESCRIPTION:Camden New Groups Network- VAC exciting new project\n\nWhether you think of starting a new group\, incorporating an organisation\, are drafting your Articles of Association\, or have recently registered your organisation and are developing a fundraising strategy\, this group is for you! \nConnect\, Learn and Share\nOur Camden New Groups Network is now ready to go\, and we are cordially inviting you to our introductory meeting on Tuesday\, 14th of November from 15:00. The meeting will be held online\, and we are very much looking forward to meeting you. Please follow the link below to Eventbrite to register for the meeting and we will send you the MS Teams link closer to the day. \nThis is a Network for all the new groups that VAC have provided with consultancy support recently and for any community group or individual considering starting a charity or social enterprise. We will be discussing the ToR for the Network and the common challenges and requirements that you face when starting a new charity\, social enterprise\, or community group. You will have the opportunity to share experiences with others and seek the advice and support of your peers. \n\nIf you are thinking about starting up a charity\, community group or social enterprise and would like to be included in our New Groups Network \, please\, get in touch with VAC by emailing Vania at vguetova@vac.org.uk now\, so that you won’t miss our first meeting. \nTo Book\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/camden-new-groups-network-vac-exciting-new-project-tickets-748386091947?aff=oddtdtcreator 
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/camden-new-groups-network-vac-exciting-new-project-2/
CATEGORIES:Digital event,Network event
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