VAC UPCOMING TRAINING:
Open to VAC Members only
If you are a voluntary service or group delivering services in Camden and are not a member of VAC, please join here: https://vac.org.uk/get-involved/membership
CONNECT LEARN SHARE: VAC Camden New Groups Network
Next Network meeting: 26th of February
Are you setting up a new non-profit in the area? Our next New Groups meeting is 26/02 – connect with likeminded people, share your experiences and learn other approaches to establishing a group in the VCS. Email vguetova@vac.org.uk if you’re interested!
New Groups Network
Upcoming safeguarding training
For all VCS organisations, supplementary, faith schools and groups delivering services to under 18’s in the borough.
In partnership with Camden’s Safeguarding Children’s Partnership:
Women and Girls’ Personal Safety and Awareness
(In partnership with The Safeguarding Foundation)
Wednesday 13 March 2024, 10.00am – 12.00pm
Face to face at Ludham & Waxham TRA Hall, Lismore Circus, Camden NW3
To find out more or to secure your place, please visit our website or email the VAC Safeguarding Lead Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi on: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk
OTHER EVENTS
Volunteer Managers’ Forum – Peer Support and Networking
Volunteer Centre Camden are hosting a free to attend online forum on Wednesday 6th March – you choose the topics to discuss! Based on all things related to volunteer management. Find out more information and book your place here.
FYA Masterclass on working with young people
This masterclass from Fitzrovia Youth in Action is free for professionals that work with young people who work within Camden, Westminster, and neighbouring NCL boroughs, and would like to gain a youth-led lens on a range of areas relating to encouraging youth participation and coproduction. The event presents a fantastic opportunity to network with other youth organisations, skill-share best practice and refresh expertise. Book your place here or email delicha.changa@fya.org.uk.
27th February 2024, the Warren Centre, W1T 5JU.
“Zen in Mind” free community festival
The Zen Project and Mind in Camden bring to you one of a series of monthly festivals to celebrate mental health and support the local Camden community. Open to all and all activities are free, including food, massage, mindfulness sessions and more. With something for everyone, there’s no need to book – just turn up.
29th February, Swiss Cottage, 8 Fairhazel Gardens, NW6 3SG
Online Criminology Taste Course from Birkbeck University
This free 5 week course from Birkbeck University will introduce you to Criminology – the study of crime, those who commit it, and how we respond to it. Aimed at those with an interest in Criminology who would like to study that subject at university and designed for those who have had a break from education.
Starts: 6 March 2024, 18:00
SPCA Comedy & Curry night
Join St. Pancras Community Association and seven comedians, including host Charlotte Evans, for comedy, curry and drinks. Book your tickets for just £15, which includes the entry fee, a delicious curry, and a chance to support a good cause. Tickets available here.
Friday, March 15th, 67 Plender Street, NW1 0LB
Full Talk for Health Peer Counselling Skills Programme
Talk for Health are hosting a number of events to introduce people to their counselling programme, which teaches the skills of authentic talking, empathic listening and managing a group. This enables graduates to go on and join or set up their own ongoing groups for connection and wellbeing. The course opens on Saturday 2nd March. Find out more information here.
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