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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:20240201T130000
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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:20240208T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20240112T125423Z
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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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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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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:20240229T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T110000
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UID:39304-1709200800-1709204400@vac.org.uk
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:20240307T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240307T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
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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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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:20240425T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20240315T130212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T130533Z
UID:39511-1714041000-1714046400@vac.org.uk
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:20240430T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240430T160000
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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:Introduction to Safer recruitment for non-education and voluntary settings.
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Safer recruitment for non-education and voluntary settings.\nTuesday 24th June: 10am – 12:00pm.\nIn Person training: The Crowndale Centre\, Training Room 2\, 218 Eversholt St\, NW1 1BD\nAre you responsibility for hiring or supervising new staff members or volunteers in your organisation or community group?\nIt is essential that all those with recruitment responsibilities understand how to keep children and young people safe\, if you are delivering services to under 18’s in Camden. \nThis introductory Safer Recruitment session will help organisations think about what current policies they have in place\, and how to do things better. \nAs well as help those responsible for recruitment\, to assess if applicants share the same child protective attitudes and values that you do. \nThe session will cover:\n\nThe importance of safe recruitment in voluntary organisations.\nWhat to consider when preparing to recruit.\nSelecting the right people.\nSafeguarding and remaining vigilant.\n\nThe process begins with a detailed and considered safer recruitment plan\, with safeguarding children and young people at the centre. \nSo\, join us for a morning of safeguarding discussion and policy review. \nNote for learners:\n\nPlaces for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only.\nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events.\nPlease note: All attendees will be asked to complete a short assessment after training.\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/ \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/ \nNon attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook here: \nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1617418
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/online-introduction-to-safer-recruitment-for-non-education-and-voluntary-settings/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20240311T105327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T092505Z
UID:39502-1750759200-1750768200@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Face to Face: Introduction to Safeguarding: Protecting Children in the Community.
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Safeguarding: Protecting Children in the Community.\nTuesday 24th June: 10am – 12.30pm\nCrowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt Street\, NW1 1BD\nSafeguarding is everyone’s responsibility\, regardless of your job role\, how frequently you work with children\, or how often you interact with young people and their families. \nIf you work\, support or volunteer for an organisations or group delivering services to children\, young people or their families in Camden; you have a vital part to play in keeping them safe. \nThis face-to-face session provides learners with essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively safeguarding children and young people. \nDesigned for volunteers\, new starters and those with no previous safeguarding training; this course introduces the four types of abuse\, how to recognise the signs\, and what to do if you see or hear something that isn’t right. \nWho Should Take This Course?\nSuitable for anyone requiring the equivalent of a Level 1 safeguarding introduction; including volunteers\, play and support workers\, coaches\, mentors\, and new starters supporting voluntary organisations. \nLearners who complete the full training session will receive an attendance certificate valid for two years. \nThe workshop will cover the following aspects of safeguarding: \n\nWhat is Safeguarding and the different types of abuse.\nAwareness of current issues.\nMyth busting and social care.\nSafeguarding in practice: Recording and reporting.\nSignposting\, early help and support.\n\nNotes for learners\nPlaces for this session are externally funded and open to VAC members\, voluntary organisations / groups delivering services to under 18’s in Camden only. \nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events. \n\nIf you are not a member of VAC and would like to find out more about our membership offer\, please click here: https://vac.org.uk/get-involved/membership/\nFor further information on safeguarding training visit Camden’s Safeguarding Children’s Partnership here: https://cscp.org.uk/training/calendar-of-events/\nAll attendees will be asked to complete a short evaluation at the end of the session; where on completion all workshop slides will be provided.\nFor more information please contact: Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi\, our Community Partnership Lead to find out more. Email: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk (Mon – Wed)\n\nBook your place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1701620
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/intro-to-safeguarding-protecting-children-in-the-community/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T113000
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UID:40661-1751364000-1751369400@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Face-to face: Introduction to Safeguarding Adults.
DESCRIPTION:Crowndale Centre\, 3rd Floor – Meeting Room 3.2. 218 Eversholt St\, NW1 1BD\nAre worried about someone who may be experiencing abuse or neglect?\nDo you know what to do or who to speak with to get advice and support?\nProtecting an adult’s right to live in safety\, free from abuse\, neglect\, or exploitation is just as important as protecting the rights of children. \nThis introductory session aims to give learners an introduction to adult safeguarding\, with a focus on preventing abuse and ensuring safety and well-being. \nUsing group discussions and real-life case studies\, Helen Onslow; a Lead Practitioner in Camden’s Adult Social Care team will cover all safeguarding essentials. \nIncluding:\n\nHow to recognise abuse\, neglect\, and harm.\nThe importance of reporting and responding to safeguarding concerns.\nSafeguarding processes and decision-making.\nHow to create a safe culture within your organisation.\n\nThis workshop is suitable for all\, including those delivering voluntary services in Camden who have not had any safeguarding adults training in the last two years. \nNetworking and Q & A opportunity at the end of the session. \nNote for learners:\nPlaces for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only. \nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events. \nPlease note: All attendees will be asked to complete a short assessment after training. \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/ \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/ \nNon-attendance:\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions. \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 \nBook your place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1736007
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/face-to-face-introduction-to-safeguarding-adults-2/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20250910T135418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T135525Z
UID:40788-1758706200-1758717000@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Face-to face: Managing Your Finances
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 24th September: 9.30am – 12.30pm\nThe Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt St\, NW1 1BD\nAre you managing money on behalf of a community group\, voluntary organisation\, or residents’ association?  \nAll voluntary organisations\, including supplementary education settings\, Tenant Resident Associations (TRAs)\, and community groups who handle money; need careful financial management to ensure accountability and sustainability. \nIn these challenging times\, having strategies for the long-term survival and growth of your organisation is essential. So\, join us for this introductory managing money course\, which aims to cover the finance essentials. \nAt the end of the session learners will gain an understanding of: \n\nManaging money and Value for Money\nLegal mismanagement and public funds.\nKeeping accurate financial records.\nBudgeting & cashflow\nMonitoring costs (briefly)\n\nImportant note to members: \n\nPlaces on this session are extremely limited\, therefore only one member of an organisation is permitted to attend.\nIf you have purchased a free ticket and are unable to attend\, please pass your place onto another member of your organisation.\nAlternatively email Ricky Singh at: rsingh@vac.org.uk  so your place can be offered to another learner.\nAll ticket sales will be verified\, and VAC reserve the right to charge a £25 no-show penalty fee to member organisations for non-attendance.\n\nBook your free place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1858017
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/face-to-face-managing-your-finances/
CATEGORIES:CEO / Leadership,Funding and Finance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20250902T102648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T102648Z
UID:40764-1759833000-1759836600@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Online: Introduction to marketing\, communications & social media: Voluntary and community organisations.
DESCRIPTION:Online Workshop: Tuesday 7th October 10.30am – 11.30am\nAt VAC we understand the busy schedules\, limited resources and time-poor challenges that voluntary and community organising often face. \nTherefore\, having an effective communication and marketing strategy is essential in helping you connect with services users\, attract funding\, and even achieve your organisational aims. \nJoin us for this introduction to marketing and communications workshop; as VAC’s Communication’s Lead Duncan Cordy takes us through his multi-faceted approach to effective marketing. \nThe session will cover:\n\nDeveloping a clear communication strategy.\nCreating engaging and eye-catching content.\nIndependently overseeing all communications.\nUtilising digital platforms and social media.\n\nNon-attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook your free place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1844595
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/online-introduction-to-marketing-communications-social-media-voluntary-and-community-organisations/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20250903T133444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T133444Z
UID:40772-1760522400-1760531400@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Face-to-face: Introduction to Safeguarding Children.
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 15th October: 10am – 12.30pm. (In person)\nSafeguarding is everyone’s responsibility\, and we all play a part in helping keep children safe. \nIf you are thinking about working with under 25’s or volunteering with children and young people\, this session provides learners with essential safeguarding knowledge. \nWe discuss the common types of harm and how to recognise when something isn’t right\, as well what to do if you are concerned about a child or young person. \nSuitable for those with little or no child safeguarding knowledge or experience\, this introduction session will help you to feel confident in your safeguarding responsibilities. \nWith a combination of written text\, case studies and video presentations\, this workshop will cover:\n\nWhat is Safeguarding?\nTypes of abuse / recognising the signs.\nPassing on information\nSignposting and Support in Camden.\n\nSuitable for volunteers\, new starters and all those with little or no safeguarding training. \nNon-attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook your free place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1846938
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/face-to-face-introduction-to-safeguarding-children/
LOCATION:Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt Street\, London\, England\, NW1 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20250903T133755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T101227Z
UID:40774-1761040800-1761046200@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Online Workshop: An introduction to Safer Recruitment. (Voluntary Organisations and New Community Groups)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 21st October: 10am – 11.30am (Via Zoom)\nAre you responsibility for hiring or supervising new staff members or volunteers in your organisation or community group?\nIt is essential that all those with recruitment responsibilities understand how to keep children and young people safe when delivering services to under 25’s in Camden. \nThis introductory safer recruitment session will help organisations think about the current policies and practices they have in place and explore how to plan better and safer. \nAs well as support those responsible for recruitment\, we will consider the shortlisting\, pre-assessment\, and interview process. \nHow to evaluate if applicants share the same child protective attitudes and values your organisation does\, and how practices after recruitment are essential to safeguarding effectively. \nThe session will also cover:\n\nThe importance of safe recruitment in voluntary organisations.\nWhat to consider when preparing to recruit.\nSelecting the right people.\nSafeguarding and remaining vigilant.\n\nSo\, join us for a morning of safeguarding discussion\, protective cultures and policy review. \nNon-attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook your free place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1884498
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/online-workshop-an-introduction-to-safer-recruitment-voluntary-organisations-and-new-community-groups/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20250820T111039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T111127Z
UID:40743-1761129000-1761132600@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Social Prescribing: Non-clinical\, community-based health and well-being.
DESCRIPTION:Online Zoom Workshop: Wednesday 22nd October: 10.30am – 11.30am.\nDid you know that health and well-being is influenced by factors beyond medical conditions?\nThese can include social isolation\, financial difficulties\, and lack of access to community and support networks. \nIn this Introduction to social prescribing session\, VAC’s Community Links team discuss how residents and service users needing support with loneliness\, long-term health conditions\, or mental health challenges can access free\, tailored support services in the community. \nWe discuss how this approach complements traditional healthcare\, by addressing the root causes of health issues\, while promoting wellbeing. \nAs well as how to connect individuals in your community with local organisations\, groups\, activities and volunteering opportunities that benefit all. \nThe session will cover how social prescribing can:\n\nImprove mental and physical health.\nIncrease social connectedness and reduced isolation.\nEnhanced sense of well-being and quality of life\, health and well-being.\nOffer volunteering opportunities and signpost to services.\n\nNon-attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook your free place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1828218
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/introduction-to-social-prescribing-non-clinical-community-based-health-and-well-being/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20250902T104826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T101932Z
UID:40766-1762171200-1762174800@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Camden Trustees And Camden CEOs Networks Online Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Camden Trustees and CEOs\nAND ALL WHO WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BEING A TRUSTEE AND GOOD GOVERNANCE:\nWe at VAC are excited to provide a space to connect\, learn\, and share  at the next online meeting on 3rd of November 2025. \nThis is a great opportunity to network and to meet our esteemed guest speaker\, the CEO of DSC Debra Allcock Tyler. \n  \nDebra Alcock Tyler has worked in the charitable and voluntary sector for nearly 40 years; she has served as a trustee of several charities including being the co-founder of the Small Charities Coalition and was its first Chair. She served on the Charity Commission’s SORP committee for over 7 years and is an internationally published author of several books on management and leadership including It’s a Battle on the Board. \n  \nWe’re very pleased that Debra has agreed to come and speak at our upcoming CEO and Trustees Network Meeting on Monday 3rd November\, 12:00 – 13:00. \n  \nWe would like to offer a free copy of Debra’s book\, It’s a Battle on the Board\, to 15 attendees drawn at random from all who complete and return  a survey about this event upon its completion. \n  \nIf you are a Trustee or a CEO in Camden and wish to join the Networks and to get the link to the online Networks meeting on 3rd of November – 12:00 to 13:00 –  please email Vania at vguetova@vac.org.uk or Ricky at rsingh@vac.org.uk. \n 
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/camden-trustees-and-camden-ceos-networks-online-meeting/
CATEGORIES:CEO / Leadership,Governance event,Network event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20240717T145316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T160341Z
UID:39941-1762941600-1762948800@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Camden Carers Service: Who cares for the carer?
DESCRIPTION:Camden Carers Service: Who cares for the carer?\nWednesday 12th November 2025: 10am – 12.00pm\nFace-to-face: Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt St\, NW1 1BD\nHave you ever wondered who cares for the carer? \nDo they know they are a carer\, and as a carer; have rights and are entitled to support? \nIf you engage with individuals who are looking after a friend or family member who couldn’t manage without their support\, this person is providing an unpaid care service. \nThis could be because the person has a health condition\, mental health condition\, disability or is frail. \nMany carers experience wide ranging health inequalities\, and at the same time don’t get the support they are legally entitled to. \nAt Camden Carers\, our mission is to provide tailored support to those who spend their time caring\, unpaid\, for others. \nThis face-to-face session will give attendees an opportunity to: \n\n      Learn more about the support services on offer at Camden Carers .\n      How best to identify carers in need of support.\n      How to refer carers to the Camden Carers service.\n      How to get carers the support they need\, including a new Employment Service.\n\nThe session will also provide attendees with an opportunity to hear from VAC’s Camden Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service\, which connect residents with community-based activities and social opportunities that support their health and well-being. \nWho should attend: All organisations\, groups\, volunteers or members of the community working in a health or a care setting\, as well as those engaging with unpaid carers or individuals with care needs. \nNotes for members: \n\nPlaces for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only.\nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events.\nIf you are not a member of VAC and would like to find out more about our membership offer\, please click here: https://vac.org.uk/get-involved/membership/\nAll attendees will be asked to complete a short evaluation at the end of the session; where on completion all workshop slides / recordings will be provided.\n\nNotes for attendees: \n\nThis sessions will be held in person.\nIn the event that you are unable to attend\, VAC kindly ask that you pass your free ticket onto another member of your organisation or a volunteer who can attend in your place.\n\nFor more information please contact: Elion Grajcevci at Elion@camdencarers.org.uk \nIn partnership with Camden Carers. \nhttps://www.camdencs.org.uk/ \nBook here:\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1887051
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/camden-carers-service/
LOCATION:Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt Street\, London\, England\, NW1 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20250909T131931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T131931Z
UID:40781-1763546400-1763553600@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Face-to-face: Voluntary organisational structures: What’s right for you?
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 19th November: 10am – 12.00pm. (In person)\nThe Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt St\, NW1 1BD\nThinking about setting up your own group or organisation but not sure which direction to take? \nAre you currently delivering a project run by the community\, for the community but need help developing it further? \nVAC’s Health Transformation and Partnership Development Manager\, Donna Turnbull may be able to provide some insights. \nWith over 20 years of experience in the sector\, Donna shares her knowledge of different organisational structures\, and why making the right choice for your community project or voluntary group can help avoid problems later on. \nAt the end of this session\, you will have a better understanding of governance structures that include:\n\nA Unincorporated Association.\nRegistered charity and CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation).\nCIC’s (Community Interest Company).\n\nThe session will provide an opportunity to ask questions\, network and offer 1-2-1 follow-up support if needed. \nTo find out more or for questions about suitability\, please email Donna Turnbull at: dturnbull@vac.org.uk \nNon-attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook your free place\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1855481
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/face-to-face-voluntary-organisational-structures-whats-right-for-you/
CATEGORIES:CEO / Leadership,Governance event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20251210T123428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T124336Z
UID:40919-1769680800-1769688000@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Online: Men and Boys: Personal Safety Awareness.
DESCRIPTION:Online: Men and Boys: Personal Safety Awareness.\nThursday 29th January 2026: 10am – 12.00pm\nOnline Zoom\nMen and boys can be victims too\, yet many say they feel unsure how to seek help\, or how to step in safely as active bystanders. \nThis Men & Boys Personal Safety Awareness workshop acknowledges a reality often overlooked; that men and boys also experience harm\, pressure\, and the anxiety of intervening in potentially unsafe situations. \nDelivered by John Bayley at The Safeguarding Foundation\, the session aims to empower participants with the practical tools to recognise risk\, protect themselves\, and support others without putting themselves in harm’s way. With practical strategies for staying safe and knowing when and how to intervene safety\, participants learn that strength isn’t about risk-taking\, but about awareness\, respect\, and making safe\, confident choices. \nThe session will cover:\n\nUnderstanding Risk for Men & Boys.\nSituational Awareness & Street-Smart Thinking.\nDe-escalation & Conflict Avoidance.\nBystander Intervention & Protecting Others\n\nWho should attend: Suitable for all however not recommended for those under the age of 16 years of age. \nThis session is delivered in partnership with The Safeguarding Foundation: www.thesafeguardingfoundation.co.uk \nFor further information or questions regarding suitability of learners\, please email: john@thesafeguardingfoundation.co.uk \nJoining notes for learners:\n\nThis session will be held virtually online\, so please make sure you have access to ZOOM online or the App beforehand.\nPlease note that this session is not suitable for anyone under the age of 16 years of age.\nThere is an expectation that all delegates engage and fully participate in the session; please where possible have your camera on at all times.\nBe aware that no online platform is completely secure\, so keep questions general\, and avoid giving any information that could be used to identify a child or family.\nAlways keep your speaker on mute if you’re not speaking to reduce background noise.\nPlease join on laptop or PC for a better experience.\n\nNotes for members:\n\nThis session is open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only.\nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events.\nIf you are not a member of VAC and would like to find out more about our membership offer\, please click here: https://vac.org.uk/get-involved/membership/\nAll attendees will be asked to complete a short evaluation at the end of the session\, where on completion all workshop slides / recordings will be provided.\n\nBook Here for free\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1982747
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/online-men-and-boys-personal-safety-awareness/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20251210T124249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T124353Z
UID:40921-1770804000-1770813000@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Face-to-Face: Introduction to Safeguarding (Under 25’s)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11th February: 10am – 12:30pm\nIntroduction to Safeguarding (Under 25’s)\nIn Person training: Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt St\, NW1 1BD\nSafeguarding is everyone’s responsibility! \nEven if you don’t have direct contact with the children and young people in your organisation\, we all play a part in helping to keep children safe. \nIf you are a new group\, community organisation\, supplementary educational setting\, or volunteer thinking about working with children and young people; this session will provide you with the essential safeguarding knowledge required for a level 1 qualification equivalent. \nWe discuss the four common types of harm and how to recognise when something isn’t right\, as well what to do if you are concerned about a child or young person in your care. \nWith a combination of written text\, case studies and video presentations\, this introduction session will help you to feel confident in your safeguarding responsibilities. \nThis workshop will cover:\n\nWhat is Safeguarding?\nTypes of abuse / recognising the signs.\nPassing on information.\nSignposting and Support in Camden.\n\nWho should attend: Suitable for all those with little or no child safeguarding knowledge or experience; organisations\, groups\, volunteers or members of the community delivering services to under 25’s in Camden. \nNotes for members: Places for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only. \nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events. \nIf you are not a member of VAC and would like to find out more about our membership offer\, please click here: https://vac.org.uk/get-involved/membership/ \nAll attendees will be asked to complete a short evaluation at the end of the session\, where on completion all workshop slides / recordings will be provided. \nNotes for attendees:\n\nThis sessions will be held in person and is funded by Camden Safeguarding Children’s Partnership (CSCP) https://cscp.org.uk/\nIn the event that you are unable to attend\, VAC kindly ask that you pass your free ticket onto another member of your organisation or a volunteer who can attend in your place.\nAlternatively\, please email Ricky Singh at rsingh@vac.org.uk so your place can be offered to another learner.\n\nFor further information or questions regarding suitability for new learners\, please email our Community Safeguarding Lead – Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi on: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk \nBook Here for free\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1982848
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/face-to-face-introduction-to-safeguarding-under-25s/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20260113T115033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T115033Z
UID:40949-1771927200-1771934400@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Effective communication and engaging with families
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication and engaging with families\nTuesday 24th February 2026\n10am – 12.00pm (The Crowndale Centre).\nDo want to strengthen your communication skills and build more meaningful\, trusting relationships with the individuals\, families and residents you support? \nJoin us for this in-person training session\, where we explore how effective communication can improve engagement\, inclusion\, and outcomes for the families you support. \nDesigned specifically for voluntary sector organisations\, volunteers\, and community groups in mind; this practical workshop offers interactive and supportive session aims to strengthen communication\, build connections\, and help you deliver better support to the families in your community. \nContent suitable for all. \nThe session will cover:\n\nPractical tools to communicate clearly\, including listening skills and setting boundaries.\nStrategies for engaging families from diverse backgrounds.\nTips for building trust and positive relationships.\nUnderstanding barriers to engagement and how to overcome them.\nOpportunities to share experiences and learn from others working in Camden.\n\nNote for learners:\n\nPlaces for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only.\nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events.\nPlease note: All attendees will be asked to complete a short assessment after training.\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/\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/\n\n  \nNon-attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook Here:\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/2020040
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/effective-communication-and-engaging-with-families/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211936
CREATED:20251210T121934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T115135Z
UID:40917-1772013600-1772019000@vac.org.uk
SUMMARY:Camden Carers Service: Who cares for the carer?
DESCRIPTION:Camden Carers Service: Who cares for the carer?\nWednesday 25th February 2026: 10am – 11.30am\nFace-to-face: Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt St\, NW1 1BD\nHave you ever wondered who cares for the carer? \nDo they know they are a carer\, and as a carer; have rights and are entitled to support? \nIf you engage with individuals who are looking after a friend or family member who couldn’t manage without their support\, this person is providing an unpaid care service. \nThis could be because the person has a health condition\, mental health condition\, disability or is frail. \nMany carers experience wide ranging health inequalities\, and at the same time don’t get the support they are legally entitled to. \nAt Camden Carers\, our mission is to provide tailored support to those who spend their time caring\, unpaid\, for others. \nThis face-to-face session will give attendees an opportunity to: \n\n      Learn more about the support services on offer at Camden Carers .\n      How best to identify carers in need of support.\n      How to refer carers to the Camden Carers service.\n      How to get carers the support they need\, including a new Employment Service.\n\nThe session will also provide attendees with an opportunity to hear from VAC’s Camden Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service\, which connect residents with community-based activities and social opportunities that support their health and well-being. \nWho should attend: All organisations\, groups\, volunteers or members of the community working in a health or a care setting\, as well as those engaging with unpaid carers or individuals with care needs. \nNotes for members: \n\nPlaces for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only.\nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events.\nIf you are not a member of VAC and would like to find out more about our membership offer\, please click here: https://vac.org.uk/get-involved/membership/\nAll attendees will be asked to complete a short evaluation at the end of the session; where on completion all workshop slides / recordings will be provided.\n\nNotes for attendees: \n\nThis sessions will be held in person.\nIn the event that you are unable to attend\, VAC kindly ask that you pass your free ticket onto another member of your organisation or a volunteer who can attend in your place.\n\nFor more information please contact: Elion Grajcevci at Elion@camdencarers.org.uk \nIn partnership with Camden Carers. \nhttps://www.camdencs.org.uk/ \nBook here:\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/1982705
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/camden-carers-service-who-cares-for-the-carer/
LOCATION:Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt Street\, London\, England\, NW1 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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SUMMARY:Effective Conflict Resolution: Practical Skills for stronger communities.
DESCRIPTION:Effective Conflict Resolution: Practical Skills for stronger communities.\nTuesday 10th March 2026\n10am – 12.30pm (The Crowndale Centre).\nWorking in the community with local residents\, their children and families requires both passion and purpose. \nHowever\, with so much change and uncertainty in the world today\, challenging situations naturally arise. \nWhether you’re supporting service users\, collaborating with partners\, or navigating internal team dynamics\, knowing how to manage conflict successfully is an essential skill. \nDesigned specifically for voluntary sector organisations\, volunteers\, community groups and supplementary educational settings\, this session aims to help you build healthier working relationships that support more effectively service delivery. \nThe session will cover:\n\nPractical conflict resolution techniques.\nStrategies for de-escalating tension in sensitive or emotionally charged situations\nTools to support clear communication\, active listening\, and boundary-setting\nIncreased confidence in handling disagreements within teams or with service users\nA deeper understanding of personal triggers and conflict styles\n\nWhen staff and volunteers feel equipped to do their jobs well\, services run more smoothly and community’s benefit. \nSo\, join us for this in-person conflict resolution session\, and help strengthen your working relationships\, reduce burnout in staff and volunteers and create a more resilient organisation for you and your community. \nContent suitable for all. \nNote for learners:\n\nPlaces for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden only.\nAll ticket registrations will be verified\, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events.\nPlease note: All attendees will be asked to complete a short assessment after training.\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/\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/\n\nNon-attendance:\n\nVAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day\, please arrange for a volunteer or 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 notify VAC of non-attendance in advance\, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.\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\nBook Here:\nhttps://buytickets.at/voluntaryactioncamden/2020050
URL:https://vac.org.uk/event/effective-conflict-resolution-practical-skills-for-stronger-communities/
LOCATION:Crowndale Centre\, 218 Eversholt Street\, London\, England\, NW1 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding event
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