COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER

EMAIL BULLETIN 25th January 2008

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 Important- CN4M Away Day, Tuesday 29th January 2008

The Strategy Group Away Day will take place at Cross Street Chapel from 1.00- 7.00pm (refreshments and an evening buffet will be provided)

Click on the link below for a map indicating the location of Cross Street Chapel: http://www.multimap.com/maps/?hloc=GB|M2%201NL#t=l&map=53.48135,-2.24446|18|4&loc=GB:53.48135:-2.24446:15|M2%201NL|M2%201NL

Please ensure you have read the briefing papers before you arrive. Briefing papers are available on the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=16&Itemid=41

It is expected that all members of the Strategy Group will attend. Any other participants from networks who wish to take part would need to have an understanding of the complexity and history of CN4M in order to contribute fully.

If you have any questions regarding registration or practical arrangements for the day, please contact Estelle Worthington (CN4M Administrator) as soon as possible on 0161 234 2915 or email mailto:estelle@cn4m.net


2.0 Training
1.1 Practical Skills training- Neighbourhood Learning for Deprived Communities (in association with Learn Net)

Gain new Skills and Confidence in a friendly supportive atmosphere. If you want to get back to work, and are interested in gaining Practical Skills, you may be able to qualify for free training.

The training covered includes Joinery, Plumbing, Tiling, Electrics, Decorating, and even a bit of Plastering.


The Neighbourhood Learning for Deprived Communities Project has links with employers and can provide work experience. They can also help with basic skills to aid your progress. They are based in Beswick, but will also be running volunteer projects around the city.

To find out if you are eligible for free training, and for more information about training taking place in your area, please contact Sheila Standard (Women Construction Solutions Project Co-ordinator) on 0161 231 1114 as soon as possible.

Additionally, if your organisation wants us to come along and renovate a room, or teach some DIY in taster workshops please get in touch. Contact Sheila, or Brandi 0161 231 1114.
2.2 One Day Training Course- Advanced Rapport Skills

This one day training course is for professionals working with clients and service users who wish to develop effective rapport building skills.

The course has been designed for people who need to establish trust, understanding and confidence with their clients and service users as part of an honest, professional, ongoing relationship. The course is suitable for counsellors, guidance workers, mentors, coaches, support workers, health workers, and others who need to build rapport easily and effectively.


The training will impart successful techniques to build rapport easily and genuinely, and will explore the use of rapport; mirroring and matching; sensory acuity; questioning and effective listening.

Provider: Bob Tower's Training and Consultancy.

Cost: £69 (includes lunch and refreshments)

Wednesday, 5th March, 2008, 10am- 4pm.
Venue: Manchester Carers' Centre, Beswick House, Beswick Row, Manchester, M4 4PR

For more information, phone 0784 1515 070 or book online at http://www.towersconsulting.co.uk/


3.0Events
3.1Who Delivers Public Services?The role of tenants and residentsgroups


Half Day Discussion Event for Tenants and Residents Groups. Jointly hosted by the Centre for Local Governance (CfLG) at The University of Manchester and NW Tenants & Residents Assembly. 6th February 2008, University of Manchester.

There has been a lot of debate recently about the role of the voluntary and community sector (VCS) in delivering public services. There are still many big questions about whether VCS groups will be able to step up to the role, whether they have the capacity, and whether central and local government is ready to support it.


To research the issue, IPEG at the University of Manchester has recently carried out a survey of VCS organisations in the North West Region, in order to build up a picture of their experience and views. The research takes the form of a questionnaire which has been sent out widely to the VCS, including tenants and residents groups, in the North West.

The purpose of this event is to discuss the early findings from the research and for attendees to reflect on whether the findings 'fit' with their own experience and views. This event gives those involved in tenants and residents groups the opportunity to further discuss these questions in view of the specific experiences and contribution of their sector.

9.00am - 2pm, Lunch provided by the University
Venue: Centre for Educational Leadership, University of Manchester.

For more information, contact Aubrey Scully on 0161 275 8080 Email: aubrey.scully@manchester.ac.uk
Or book on-line at: http://www.ipeg.org.uk/events/public_services/

3.2 Bullying and Harassment Conference- "Breathing Life into Your Policies"

After consultation with local authorities across the North West, the focus of the conference will be the cultures and leadership that exist in organisations that may support, or pevent, Dignity at Work policies becoming living and breathing documents.

Cost: £195 members £254 non members of NWEO + VAT


31 January 2008
Venue: JJB Stadium, Wigan

The conference is open to HR managers/Officers and Elected Members. £5 of each delegate's cost will go to an anti-bullying charity.

For more information, contact 6th Floor, Delphian House, Riverside, New Bailey Street, Manchester M3 5AP. Phone: 0161 834 9362 Fax: 0161 831 7268, or visit: http://www.nweo.org.uk/courses_and_events/course_calendar.php?md=sr&sd=11-Dec-2007&ed=11-Dec-2008&ce=561

3.3 International New Arrivals Partnership Event- 'Out of the Lion's Mouth'

The Children's Fund, the Black Health Agency and the Diversity & Inclusion Team would like to invite you to a special event to share their report on the work of the International New Arrivals Partnership 2006/2007.

Thursday 31st January 2008. Speakers 11.30 - 12.30, Refreshments, Activities & Displays 11.00 - 4.00


Venue: Cross Street Chapel, Cross Street, Manchester

For more information, please contact Jenny Patterson, Team Leader for International New Arrivals on 0161 223 3158 or by email j.patterson@manchester.gov.uk.

3.4 Children and Young People Wellbeing Conference -Friday 22nd Feb 08


The Wellbeing Project CIC and North West Regional Youth Work Unit are working in partnership to deliver a conference that hears from inspirational speakers. Lively workshops will give participants the opportunity to share ideas and move the agenda on. Chaired by Dr Laura Pogue, (GP with a special interest in mental health and Chair of the Wellbeing Project CIC) and Dave Sweeney (Operational Director for Mental Health for Halton and St Helens PCT), the conference links with all the Key targets of 'Every Child Matters'.

The aim of the second annual conference is to promote awareness of the issues affecting the wellbeing of children and young people aged 0-19, and what we can do to promote their positive mental health.

Venue: Haydock Park Racecourse, St Helens, Merseyside.

Cost: £95 per delegate (including lunch/refreshments) for bookings before 31st Jan 2008 or £110 from 1st Feb 2008 (discounts available
for group bookings).

For more information and to find out about discounts available for group bookings, contact Paula Gamester (conference coordinator, Connector Media CIC) on 01744 26444 email: paulagamester@hotmail.com or visit www.wellbeingproject.co.uk
Closing date for bookings is Friday 8th Feb 2008.

3.5 Voluntary and Community Sector ICT Suppliers' Fair - 18th of March 2008


Need to know more about the ICT services which are available to VCS staff and volunteers working within the North West?
The Voluntary and Community Sector ICT Suppliers' Fair, funded by the ICT Hub and the Five Counties Partnership, will allow you to talk to 40+ organisations who supply ICT services to the voluntary sector in Cumbria, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire.

This free informal market place event will allow you to communicate with North West suppliers providing services such as:
• Help with Accessibility
• ICT Purchasing
• ICT Training
• Managing Your Contacts
• PC and Network Installation / Repair

See http://www.nwictchampion.org.uk/?q=node/51 for the event flier and booking form. Please feel free to forward to any colleagues in the sector.

Date and Time: 18th March 2008, 12:30pm to 3pm (free lunch included)
Venue: Woodlands Conference Centre, Southport Road, Chorley, PR7 1QR

For more information on this event please contact Oliver Gibson on 0161 277 1028 or via email oliver.gibson@gmcvo.org.uk


3.6 We Are What We Eat- Listening to Others Workshop- limited free places available for unwaged local residents in North Manchester


If you're interested in...
• "Inter-Cultural" Conversations that help create shared meaning
• Exploring barriers and assumption that are central to our lives
• Learning more about Diverse Perspectives

Then come along to share, listen and discuss some stories...

Friday 29 February 2008- 10.00am-2.00pm (Lunch will be provided)

Venue: Cheetham Primary Care Centre, 244 Cheetham Hill Road, M8 8UD

Limited free places available for unwaged local residents in North Manchester. Others: £5.00 (individuals) £10 (organisations).

To book your place, or for further information, contact Janneth Ahmed on: Tel: 0161 248 8513, Email: Jannath_r@yahoo.com


3.7 VOICE 08 - The UK Conference for Social Enterprise 26-27 February 2008


Share your vision. Shape the movement. Lend your voice.
Aimed at both seasoned social entrepreneurs and those new to social enterprise, Voice08 will showcase the power of social enterprise to transform communities, meet environmental problems with innovative solutions, and challenge the conventional rules of business on local, national, and global scales.
Speakers at this year's event include:

Rt Hon Hazel Blears MP, Secretary of State for Communities & Government Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP, Minister for the Cabinet Office & Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Arunesh Singh, Director, Scojo Foundation India, Rt Hon Francis Maude MP, Shadow Minister for the Cabinet Office & Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Phil Hope MP, Minister for the Third Sector, Cabinet Office, Claire Dove, CEO Blackburne House & Chair, Social Enterprise Coalition, Duncan Goose, Founder, One Water, Kris Murrin, What If, Peter McGurn, CEO, Goodwin Development Trust, Lord Victor Adebowale, CEO, Turning Point, Rod Schwartz, CEO, Catalyst, Tim Campbell, Founder, Bright Ideas Trust
Representatives from social enterprises, government, and financial institutions are just a few examples of the diverse range of attendees who will be making the most of the fantastic networking opportunities and taking the chance to exhibit their organizations on this national platform.

This year will see the introduction of Young Voice, a mini conference aimed at young people aged 14 - 30, and teachers and educators. This half day event will exhibit the amazing work of some of the UK's best young social entrepreneurs and it will inspire and educate attendees, showing them the power of social enterprise to make genuine and lasting social change.

To book your place at Voice08 now, and for more information, please visit http://www.socialenterprise.org.uk


4.0 Information
4.1 RoboBraille Translation Service


RoboBraille automates the translation of text documents into Braille and speech. The service is available free of charge to all non-commercial users.

For more information, see their website: http://notesnet.dk/websites/acj/robobraille.nsf?OpenDatabase

4.2 Consultations

• CLG Consultation on Petitions and Calls for Action. Closing date: 20th March 2008
www.communities.gov.uk/publications/localgovernment/petitionscalls
• Ministry of Justice consults on Third Sector engagement. Closing date: 20th March 2008
www.justice.gov.uk/publications/cp3307.htm
• New Place Survey to replace Best Value User Satisfaction Survey. Closing date: 8th February
www.communities.gov.uk/publications/localgovernment/newplacesurvey


4.3 Merger complete for new social justice charity, Novas Scarman Group

Three organisations - Novas Group, PATH and Scarman Trust - completed their merger on 11th December 2007, creating a major new social justice charity, the Novas Scarman Group.
The new organisation has four core activities:
• Community support services serving the most disadvantaged communities
• Clusters of social enterprises based in Contemporary Urban Centres
• Nation-wide programmes of learning and inclusive pathways to work
• Campaigning and policy advocacy work - "connecting the streets with the corridors of power"
For more information, go to: http://www.novas.org/merger-complete-for-new-social-justice-charity-novas-scarman-group,58,IN.html%20

4.4 Meeting/ Training rooms for hire in Fallowfield

Special offer of £10 per hour for any of the meeting/training rooms available at Shakespeare House. The biggest can hold up to 20 people.

Address: Shakespeare Housel, 165 Kingsbrook Road, Manchester, M16 8NR.

Office space also available.

For more details, contact: Regenesis2, Shakespeare House Tel: +44 (0)161 2823205 Web: www.r-squared.org.uk, or visit: http://www.i-bes.co.uk

5.0 Jobs

5.1 Five new posts in connection with Target: Wellbeing

Target: Wellbeing aims to help people achieve healthier and happier lives. It's a programme of over 90 projects that increase exercise, encourage healthier eating and promote mental wellbeing. Funded by £8.9m from the National Lottery through the Big Lottery Fund, it's managed by Groundwork for the benefit of targeted disadvantaged communities across the Northwest.
The posts available include:
Title: Portfolio Manager, Salary: £34,574 - £39,513.
Title: Portfolio Support Officer, Salary: £24,276 - £26,536.
Title: Network Co-ordinator (Third Sector), Salary: £27,294 - £33,567.
Title: Network Co-ordinator (Public Health), Salary: £27,294 - £33,567.
Title: Communications Officer, Salary: £24,276 - £26,536

For more detailed information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=411&Itemid=50
All these jobs will be based in central Manchester. Please download an application pack via www.groundworknw.org.uk
or contact Pauline Biggs at pauline.biggs@groundwork.org.uk or telephone 0161 237 3200.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, 1 February 2008.
5.2 Youth Worker- two posts

JNC or NJC pay scales. Est £22,000 pro rata, Location: Moston & Crumpsall, Hours: 16 per week, 2 years minimum

The Methodist Church is looking to recruit enthusiastic and committed youth workers in the Moston and Crumpsall area. This will involve day time, evening and occasional weekend work, primarily with 11-19 year olds. This is a new project and the workers appointed will be instrumental in developing the programme form scratch. In addition to face-to-face work, sometimes with challenging young people, the post involves curriculum planning, some budgetary control and basic report writing. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the wider development of youth provision in the area through meetings and work groups. The post will be managed by Commitment in Communities (CiC). Support and training will be provided through a local steering group and Manchester Youth Service.

Application forms available from CiC on 0161 226 7162
admin@c-i-c.org.uk
Closing date for applications - Monday 18th February 2008


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