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 New Groups Network
Next Network meeting: 29th of January
This 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, social enterprise or community group. The Network will be discussing 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. The next meeting is online on 29th of January. If you want to join email Vania at vguetova@vac.org.uk.
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:
Introduction to Safer Recruitment – Online
Thursday 1st February 2024: 1pm – 2.30pm
Essential knowledge for managers, senior workers and leadership teams, permanent workers and volunteers who work with children and young people in the borough.
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
Online Safeguarding and Social Media’ Workshop (In partnership with Camden Prevent and Lightbulb Learners)
Thursday 8th February 2024: 10am – 12.30pm
Face-to-face at: Meeting Room 3.1, Third Floor, Crowndale Centre,
218 Eversholt Street NW1 1BD
Essential knowledge for all, but especially those currently working with children and young people in the borough. 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
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
Lighthouse Project Showcase
Come and celebrate Wipers 10th year at Earth in Hackney, with performances from young artists, rappers and singers, many of whom will be taking the stage for the first time as part of the Lighthouse Project Showcase. This event takes place on Tuesday 30th January, and you can book your tickets here.
UK Community Engagement Training Day
Register before Thursday 1st February for the upcoming day training which includes sessions on growing your business, how to apply for Google apprenticeships, and talks on a range of topics. The event takes place on Friday 9th February. Take a look at the agenda and reserve your place here.
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 Friday 1 February. Find out more information here.
Digital Information Skills Workshop
Birkbeck University are hosting an online workshop on the 8th of February, focusing on critical thinking when digesting news media. The approach will be relaxed and interactive, and you don’t have to have any prior experience to attend. Find out more information, and book your place here.
VCC Volunteer Manager’s Forum
On Wednesday 7th February, Volunteer Centre Camden are hosting an online, free to attend forum with opportunities for networking and peer support. Attendees can choose the topics to discuss. Find out more and book your place.
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