EMAIL BULLETIN – 28th September 2007
The Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) is part of the Manchester
Partnership (MP) that works specifically on behalf of voluntary and
community groups. CN4M is creating a more powerful voice for the voluntary
and community sectors in Manchester. For more information about the
Community Network for Manchester and to view contact details please visit
our website at www.cn4m.net
1.0 Network News
2.0 Training
3.0 Events
4.0 Information
5.0 Jobs
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1.0 Network News
1.1 Community Network for Manchester Review
You may be aware that the Community Network for Manchester is currently
conducting a review (facilitated by the Exec.)
As this is our first year as CN4M Ltd. This year's review needs to focus on
the financial as well as operational aspects of the organisation. The
Manchester Partnership has also recently undergone a major revision of its
structure - we naturally need to consider what implications this has for
CN4M.
The review will seek to ensure we have the right systems and structures in
place to meet these, and future challenges. It will be a way for all staff,
strategy group and the wider voluntary/community sector participants to set
the direction - to give the Exec its mandate. It is a chance to put forward
your ideas for how we can grow and develop.
For more information about the review please visit the CN4M website or
contact Fran Tagoe on 0161 234 2917 mailto:fran@cn4m.net
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=293
2.0 Training
2.1 Training for Trainers - Community Education for Social Change
A free accredited course taking place from 5th October to 30th November 2007
on Fridays from 1pm to 3.30pm at Manchester Metropolitan University -
Didsbury
Credits: 10 credit MMU (level5) module, Participants will obtain
certificates of participation
This is an introductory course in adult education and community training
design aimed at practitioners involved in community work with adults across
all sectors. It draws on the workers practice and expects participants to
carry out a group project demonstrating their learning.
For further information or to register your attendance please contact Tanja
or Di on 0161 247 2114/2152 or mailto:nwcitizenship@mmu.ac.uk
3.0 Events
3.1 Employers Breakfast Event - (Please note change of contact details)
We challenge YOU to see the ability NOT the disability - It's time to take
Action!
Action for Blind People would like to invite you to an 'Employers Breakfast'
taking place on Friday 26th October 2007 from 8.30am to 11.00am at
Lancashire County Cricket Club, Talbot Road, Old Trafford, Manchester
You will:
See presentations from employers and visually impaired employees, who have
overcome barriers in the work place.
Have the opportunity to view some of the technology which visually impaired
people use to undertake their work.
Receive information regarding the 'Access to Work' scheme which provides
financial support towards the cost of equipment and other support for
visually impaired people.
The event promises to be both informative and interesting and we look
forward to hopefully meeting you on the day.
For more information or to book your place, please call Emma Dickinson on
0161 787 9252 or mailto:emma.dickinson@actionforblindpeople.org.uk
3.2 Are you interested in Manchester's Open Spaces?
Open Spaces Assessment consultation workshop on Thursday 11th October, 6pm -
8pm at the Town Hall
The Open Spaces Assessment is being carried out to identify the needs around
open spaces in Manchester and use this to create standards around quality
and quantity of open space.
Existing open spaces are then compared to this standard so that the council
can work out what needs to be done to bring them all up to standard (which
could include creating more space, if a need is identified).
This information will then form the basis of a 15 year investment programme,
and policies that go in the Core Strategy of the Local Development Framework
(LDF), a planning document being consulted on this Autumn.
The workshop will ask people for their views on the quantity and quality of
Open Spaces in Manchester, accessibility, strengths and weaknesses and good
and bad practice.
For more information contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or
mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
3.3 Nuclear Power can't Stop Climate Change
6:00pm Thursday 4th October
Conference Room, Manchester Town Hall
Mailto:change@cooptel.net to reserve a place
Dr Helen Caldicott long-term nuclear campaigner, founder of Physicians for
Social Responsibility and author of "Nuclear Power Is Not The Answer" will
give the inaugural address Of the Mo Mowlam Memorial Lectures.
3.4 North West Take Part / Citizenship Network Meeting
12.30pm - 3pm Wednesday 4th October 2007
The Didsbury Suite,(located in the Birley Building) MMU Didsbury Campus,
799 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury M20 2RR
The meeting is for all those in the North West involved in active learning
for active citizenship in anyway (facilitators, providers, citizens etc).
Please could you confirm if you plan to come for refreshment planning. If
you have any queries or need further information please contact Di McIntyre
0161 247 2152 / 2114 mailto:nwcitizenship@mmu.ac.uk
3.5 Urban Regeneration Showcase Event
Manchester Central Conference Centre (GMEX) Wednesday 10th October 2007,
12.15 - 4.30 pm
This event will provide a fantastic opportunity to view the diverse range of
projects being delivered under this unique £3.2M programme which is a
partnership between 4 Universities and funded by the Higher Education
Funding Council for England. Projects are focused around four key themes:
Crime, Health & Well-being, Community Cohesion and Enterprise.
As well as showcasing some of the innovative work being developed to address
key urban regeneration challenges in the North of England, it will be an
opportunity to highlight the important role that universities can play in
the social and economic regeneration of their regions. Senior
representatives from each of the Universities will be present, and look
forward to meeting you on this exciting occasion.
Places for the event are limited so please confirm your attendance at your
earliest opportunity. Lunch will be provided.
If you have any queries please contact me on 01772 336 639 or via
mailto:becki@eventsnorthern.co.uk.
3.6 Liverpool Black History Month - Lecture and Debate
Speaker: Robin Walker, Author of the book - When We Ruled
Themes: Africa before the slave trade, A journey into Africa's great
kingdoms, Africa contributions to world civilisation
Lecture: Tue 2nd October Venue: University of Central Lancashire, Preston
Time: 11am
Lecture: Friday 12th October Venue: Liverpool John Moores University, John
Foster Building, Mount Pleasant Time: 5.30pm
Lecture: Sat 13th October Venue: Liverpool Maritime Museum, Albert Dock,
Liverpool L1 Time: 12.30pm
Who should attend: academics, teachers, learning mentors, interested
persons, all disciplines, history, geography, sociology.
All events are free, to confirm or book your place, please phone or email
Garrick Prayogg Tel: 07878 915 864 mailto:garrickprayogg@hotmail.com
supported by: LJMU, LMM, UCLAN, LAA, PRE
3.7 Northern Regeneration Summit 2007
29th & 30th October 2007 Manchester
Urban Forum has secured ten places for members at Regeneration & Renewal's
2-day Northern Regeneration Summit 2007 for the sponsored rate of just £55 +
VAT.
With 53 speakers, 28 summit sessions, 18 streamed sessions and up to 70
exhibitors, learn how all agencies can work together to boost investment and
realise the North's potential.
Take a 360° degree view of the economic, physical and social development in
the North with insights from business investors, developers, academics,
central government and local authority representatives.
For details, please visit Urban Forum's website events page
http://www.urbanforum.org.uk/events/outside_events.html
mailto:info@urbanforum.org.uk 020 7253 4816
4.0 Information
4.1 Disabled People's Network - Guidelines for Accessible Meetings and
Events
The Disabled People's Network's Guidelines for Accessible Meetings and
Events is available to down load from Community Network for Manchester's
website. Click on the link below:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_docman1&task=cat_view&gid=74&Itemid
=81
You can get a bound copy free from Disabled People's Network, C/O MDPAG,
Aked Close, Ardwick, Manchester M12 4AN 0161 2735033 or
mailto:info@dpnsg.org.uk
The Guidelines for Accessible Meetings and Events are also available in
large print (18 point ariel), Braille and tape as well as in the standard
bound format.
4.2 Commission for Disabled Staff in Lifelong Learning - Interim Report
Consultation Questions 2007
NIACE launched the Commission for Disabled Staff in Lifelong Learning at the
beginning of 2007. The Commission for Disabled Staff in Lifelong Learning
has now completed the interim report about the issues and experiences of
disabled staff working in lifelong learning (including further and higher
education, adult and community learning and work based learning).
They would like to know whether the key issues identified in the interim
report are right and whether there are any other issues you think they
should explore and highlight. We would like to hear from any individual or
organisation interested in the issues discussed in the report.
The responses you send the commission will be used to contribute to the
final report in March 2008. The report on the findings will identify areas
of good practice and areas for improvement. The report will make
recommendations for positive change to those in a position to make those
changes, including relevant government departments.
The Interim Report and details about the different ways you can respond to
the Interim Report Consultation Questions are available at
http://www.niace.org.uk/projects/commissionfordisabledstaff/
In order to influence the final report, we would like to hear from
respondents by Friday 7th December 2007.
4.3 Office Space Required
One Parent Families Gingerbread - is seeking new offices for its Manchester
based staff. They require desk space for four to five staff and room for a
moderate amount of files and stationary supplies etc.
They would also need occasional use of a private meeting room and require
natural light and ventilation. They would like a location that is on the
south/central side of Manchester no further out than Chorlton or
Fallowfield. Ardwick, Rusholme, Longsight and Levenshulme would be
considered.
They would also consider a reasonably priced central location but not on
north or east side of the city centre. If you know of vacant or soon to be
vacant offices meeting these criteria please contact Rose Snow at
mailto:rose.snow@oneparentfamilies.org.uk or telephone 0161 273 4114 during
office hours.
4.4 Performance Hub Database
The Performance Hub is today launching a new online searchable database
which helps third sector organisations in England find support to improve
their performance.
This is an unrivalled opportunity for you to promote any support you offer
to third sector organisations (TSOs) with improving performance. This
includes support with everything from quality and strategic planning to
monitoring and evaluation.
Over 6,000 individuals currently visit the Performance Hub website each
month. Once we have 100 entries on the Support Finder, we'll be promoting
the resource through our 2,700-strong Active Network, promotional banners on
our home page and through other third sector networks. Don't miss out on
these potential new clients.
Adding your details to the Support Finder is quick and easy. Simply click on
the 'Get Listed' banner in the top right hand corner and fill in a one-page
online form about your organisation and the services you offer. You will
then need to verify your submission by email. All entries will be modified
by the Performance Hub and published within five working days.
Register now at www.performancehub.org.uk/supportfinder
4.5 Are you an LGBT organisation based in England? Do you involve volunteers
in your work?
If you've answered yes to the above, the LGBT Consortium need your help.
They have three full time members of staff dedicated to supporting their
member organisations around volunteering - now they need to know what you
want them to do for you!
Please complete their volunteering questionnaire by clicking on this link:
http://www.questionpro.com/akira/TakeSurvey?id=767213
The deadline for submission of the survey is in two weeks, 5pm on Friday
19th October and it should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 New Start Trust - Substance Misuse Worker
APT&C Scale Point 24: £20,192. 30 hours Pro rata
New Start Trust is a fully funded DAAT Crime Prevention Project specialising
in Substance Misuse. The project is based in South Manchester.
The post holder will be working in our Wythenshawe Needle Exchange and
Daycare Project. This is a current user's project offering advice &
support, counselling, lunchtime project and diversionary activities.
You will have had experience of working with illicit drug users
Be motivated and enthusiastic
Committed to encouraging positive behavioural changes
For information pack and application forms please contact: - New Start
Trust, 1st Floor Alderman Downward House, The Birtles, Wythenshawe,
Manchester M22 5RF Tel: 0161 498 0615 mailto:info@newstarttrust.org
Closing Date: 17th October 2007 Interview Date: 31st October 2007 - 1st
November 2007
5.2 Members Needed for the National Community Forum
The National Community Forum (NCF) brings community voices into national
government. Board members tell Ministers and civil servants what it's really
like to live and/or work in deprived areas and work together to find
solutions to the very real issues in the community. They provide feedback on
initiatives and policies to help ensure they work for everyone and, with
their unique perspectives, fresh ideas and passion for the community, they
help narrow the gap between deprived areas and the rest of the country.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with those in power to make a
positive impact on quality of life for years to come.
NCF board members will be required to contribute twelve days of their time
per year, being paid £163 per day plus expenses. The 'Chair' will need to be
able to lead the group of 24, keeping them focused and on track. The Chair
will work twenty days a year, being paid £213 per day plus expenses.
If you feel you have what it takes to be part of the NCF then visit
www.communities.gov.uk/vacancies or call 0870 1699721 for more information.
The closing date for applications is October 4th.
5.3 Assistant Chief Executive - CVS Rochdale
37 hours full-time NJC Scale PO1 SCP 33 £26,187
CVS Rochdale is committed to developing and sustaining its wide range of
services delivered to the Voluntary and Community Sector within the Borough
of Rochdale. In order to take the organisation into its next phase of
development the Board of Directors have taken the decision to employ an
Assistant Chief Executive.
The person appointed will have a good understanding of the Voluntary and
Community Sector, will have effective people management skills and have a
broad understanding of organisational and change management.
Initially the post is funded for 12 months. Ongoing appointment will be
subject to continuation funding.
For further information please contact Kathy Shaw on 01706 631291
Application packs for the above post only are available from Gill Latham,
Council for Voluntary Service Rochdale, 156-158 Drake Street, Rochdale OL16
1PX Tel. 01706 631291 mailto:g.latham@cvsr.org.uk
Closing date for applications: 5pm Monday, 15th October 2007
5.4 Administrative Co-ordinator - Chinese Arts Centre (Manchester)
£16,000 - £19,000 p.a (plus pension)
Chinese Arts Centre (Manchester) is recruiting an Administrative
Co-ordinator to act as the central contact in this busy office. Applicants
must have a minimum of three years experience, excellent communication and
IT skills and have a methodical working manner.
For more information and an application form please
mailto:info@chinese-arts-centre.org
Deadline for applications: 19th October 5pm Interviews on 8th November
5.5 BME Development/Group Worker (MALE) - Roby
Roby a respected and established preventative mental health charity
providing accessible and responsive services in the Longsight area.
This is initially an 8 month appointment: continuation funding will be
sought NJC point 27 : £21,588 pro rata part-time 0.5
The post holder will be responsible for initiating a South Asian Men's
activity-therapeutic group for elderly people (over 50's) from the BME
community to improve their capacity to identify their own health needs,
address them appropriately and improve well-being. The work is preventative
and will address issues relating to social exclusion, awareness of mental
health problems and access to statutory and community based health services.
There is a research element to the post that is linked to a National
Evaluation of the quality of life for Older Citizens. Development and / or
Group Work experience is essential. Community languages Urdu and Punjabi are
required.
Closing dates for applications: Friday 5th October 2007 5.00 pm
All enquiries for an application pack to: The Roby, Roby Church, Dickenson
Road, Longsight, Manchester, M13 ONG 0161-257-2653
mailto:roby@mcr13.freeserve.co.uk
The Roby strives to be an equal opportunities employer positively
encouraging applications from all sections of the community. Section 7(2) of
the Sex Discrimination Act applies to this post.
5.6 The Office of the Third Sector (OTS) Invitation to Tender
The Office of the Third Sector (OTS) wishes to engage a project consultant
to prepare a scoping report to support the commissioning of a new,
independent, third sector research centre, and to be available for limited
further consultancy on a day rate basis.
The invitation to tender for this work has been placed on the OTS web site,
and the link is below.
http://www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/third_sector/news/news_stories/070921_tender
.asp
The closing date for completed tenders is noon, Friday 12th October 2007. If
you are considering tendering for this work, please send an expression of
interest to Mark Johnson mailto:mark.johnson@cabinet-office.x.gsi.gov.uk or
020 7276 6035, so that clarifications and updates can be sent to all
interested parties
5.7 Volunteer Advice Workers Needed
Cheetham Hill Advice Centre (CHAC) and Advice and Community Resource Centre
(ACRC) are looking for individuals to join our new Volunteer Programmes.
Volunteers will train to advise people from the surrounding communities on
issues such as welfare benefits, tax credits, housing and consumer etc.
The Programme includes a six months accredited course in Advice Work Skills
and Welfare Benefits starting on Monday 29th October 2007.
You need to be able to offer at least 1.5 days a week, ideally 2 days a
week, for a minimum of one year. We will refund reasonable out-of-pocket
expenses and we have a small budget for childcare expenses.
We are particularly interested in applications from local speakers of
community languages e.g. Somali, Arabic, Urdu and Punjabi. We are also
interested in hearing from asylum seekers, refugees.
For more information, please contact Margaret or Heena by 16th October
Margaret at Cheetham Hill Advice Centre on 0161 740 8999 or
mailto:margaret@cheethamadvice.org.uk or Heena at Advice and Community
Resource Centre (based in Moss Side / Whalley Range) on 0161 226 7015
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