CN4M - Full Text Bulletin - 9 January 2009
About Community Network for Manchester Bulletin:


This bulletin provides a round-up of all the information uploaded to the Community Network for Manchester website over the last week. It covers the following key areas:
• News
• Events
• Opportunities (including employment, volunteering, training, tender and consultation opportunities)

Network News
Community Network for Manchester Networking Event

Date for your diaries...
The next Community Network for Manchester Networking Event will take place on Tuesday 27th January 2009, from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.
Venue: To be confirmed.
Further information will be circulated shortly.
Funding Workshop for members of Community Network for Manchester

Community Network for Manchester would like to invite you to a funding workshop we are holding on Wednesday 14th January 2009. The event is open to all network members.
The workshop will be held at Friends Meeting House (6 Mount Street, M2 5NS), from 10:00am – 12:00pm followed by lunch.
Please see the invitation letter below for further information.
If you would like to attend the workshop or would like further information please contact Lucy Thomson on 0161 234 2917 or email lucy@cn4m.net.
Please confirm your attendance no later than Friday 9th January 2009.
Contact about this story:
lucy@cn4m.net
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Have Your Say on the Future of Volunteering in Manchester

A consultation event for Volunteer Co-ordinators and organisations that work with volunteers will take place at Cross Street Chapel (Cross Street, Manchester) on Thursday 5th February from 2:00pm - 4:30pm.
The event is part of the work commissioned by Community Network for Manchester to identify ways to develop the infrastructure in Manchester to support volunteering across the city. This work is being overseen by a steering group consisting of representatives of the volunteering community in Manchester.
This event is your chance to shape future planning. To book a place please contact Martin Duffy at volunteering@cn4m.net or on 07816 753 941. Please book in advance as places are limited.
Details of Cross Street Chapel can be found at: http://cross-street-chapel.org.uk/find-us
Contact about this story:
volunteering@cn4m.net
Two new reports added to Community Network for Manchester online resources library

Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Bill Summary Report: http://www.cn4m.net/node/632
Produced by: Cath Taylor, Strategic Operations Manager, Community Network for Manchester.
Commissioning: Possible - Greater Manchester VCS Organisations’ Experiences in Public Sector Commissioning: http://www.cn4m.net/node/633
Research Report written on behalf of the GMCVO-based and PCT-funded Health Partnership Project.
New network update from Environment Network for Manchester and the Sustainable Neighbourhoods Pool

Sustainable Neighbourhoods and Environment Network for Manchester wish to hold a series of meetings with key people and organisations across the city in order to put in place a mechanism or strategy whereby community groups can be matched to disused, vacant and blighted buildings...
To view the Big New Project update posting from Environment Network for Manchester and the Sustainable Neighbourhoods Pool go to: http://www.cn4m.net/node/630
If you would like to add an update about your network's activities to the Community Network for Manchester website, contact Estelle for further information on 0161 234 2915, or email estelle@cn4m.net.
Integration Event at MRSN - Accessing Employment

This integration event is for refugees, asylum seekers and their supporters to come together to discuss the problems asylum seekers and refugees have accessing employment in the UK (including no permission to work for asylum seekers).
Date/ Time: Tuesday 20th January, 12:30 – 4:00pm.
Venue: MRSN, 95a Princess Rd, Manchester M14 4TH.
At this event you will be able to share your experiences, raise concerns and find useful information.
See below for further details, or contact Sophie King, Forum Development Worker on 0161 232 7420, email: forum@mrsn.org.uk, or Belay Kahsay, Community Development Worker 0161 232 7420, email: belay@mrsn.org.uk
Contact about this story:
forum@mrsn.org.uk
Website:
http://www.mrsn.org.uk/forum/index.html
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Bored with a cold January, looking for something to do? Art Exhibition Launch next week

I don’t know about community networks. But I know what I like…
Exhibition Launch on Thursday 15th January 11:00am - 4:00pm at Manchester Town Hall.
The Exhibition will run from 12 – 25 January 2009, at various venues and times. All are welcome to view the exhibition.
Seven North West based contemporary artists examine and respond to the themes, environments, structures and networks of community and voluntary engagement in Manchester.
Viewing the exhibition takes you on a treasure hunt to see the art via some of Manchester’s diverse centres of community activity.
I don’t know about community networks, but I know what I like… was initiated as an art research project by Alison Kershaw during time spent with Culture Pool of Community Network for Manchester.
See below for further information.
Website:
http://www.one-and-all.org
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Free Restorative Justice Training organised by Community Safety Network

Date/ Time: Thursday 15th January, 1:30pm- 3:30pm.
Venue: NorthCity Library, Harpurhey, Manchester.
Trainer: Julie Wolstenholme
Who is eligible to attend?
Local Voluntary and Community Sector groups from North Manchester (including East) only. This includes the areas of Crumpsall, Cheetham, Charlestown, Higher Blackley, Moston, Harpurhey, Ancoats, Clayton, Beswick, Openshaw, Miles Platting, Newton Heath, Collyhurst and Bradford.
See below for more information on the theme of Restorative Justice.
This event is booking only and all places must be pre-registered through the CSN. Contact Steph Jones (Development Manager) on 0161 226 7186.
Website:
http://www.communitysafetynetwork.org.uk
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National News
Help black and minority ethnic groups with their strategy

Do you want to help frontline BME organisations become more successful and sustainable?
You could become one of 25 ‘strategy champions’, receiving free training and support, and £4,000 to help BME organisations to develop stronger strategies.
Beyond Survival: the BME Strategy Programme is an exciting new initiative run by brap and NCVO. It is now recruiting ‘champions’ to attend eight training sessions in Birmingham or London between April 2009 and May 2010, and then support five frontline BME organisations to develop their own strategic planning skills.
The deadline for applications is 15th January 2009. To find out more, visit www.strategy-impact.org.uk/beyondsurvival

Latest Events
Conference - Health Equality: are we there yet?
Posted January 5th, 2009 by estellew
Type of Event:
Conference/ Seminar
A one-day Conference on health and social care in Black and Minority Ethnic Communities.
Date: Friday 27th February 2009
Venue: The Gateway, Sankey Street, Warrington.
To book a place see the flyer and booking form below.
If you would like more information on the event please contact Nik Barstow on 0161 214 3967 or email: nik@blackhealthagency.org.uk
Address:
Black Health Agency, 464 Chester Road, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 9HE.
Contact for more info:
nik@blackhealthagency.org.uk
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• Calendar
Celebrate Old Moat - Community Event
Posted January 5th, 2009 by estellew
Date/ Time: 15th January 2009, 1.30 – 4.00pm
Venue: Old Moat School, Old Moat Lane, M20 3FN
Celebrate Old Moat is bringing an array of activities to the neighbourhood. So come on down and see what's on offer.
The event will include: African dance workshop; Community Guardian Scheme; Free hanging baskets (1st come, 1st served); Face painting; Healthy living information; Card puppet making; Library services; Training, employment and benefits advice; Young people's projects; Pampering sessions; Community safety and crime prevention advice; Art taster sessions; Family support services; taster sessions; and more ...
Type of Event:
Community Event
Address:
Old Moat School, Old Moat Lane, M20 3FN
• Calendar
Voluntary Community Network Meeting
Posted January 5th, 2009 by estellew
The next Voluntary Community Network (VCN) meeting will take place on Friday 16th January 2008 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.
Venue: Humanities Bridgeford, Hanson Room.
For a map of the University Campus, visit: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/visitors/travel/maps/az/ (Building number 35).
VCN is a network of organisations and people involved in volunteering. It organises events, good practice sharing and informal support to anyone involved in volunteering in Manchester.
For more information please e-mail Lance Bell on lance@myvp.org.uk
Type of Event:
Meeting
Contact for more info:
volunteers@manchester.ac.uk
Website:
http://www.manchester.ac.uk/careers/volunteer
• Calendar
Supporting Victims of Crime Event
Posted January 7th, 2009 by estellew
Type of Event:
Community Event
Victim Support Greater Manchester invites you to an event to
find out how we support victims of crime.
Date/ Time: 4th Feb 2009, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Venue: Friends Meeting House (6 Mount St., Manchester)
Hear about the different ways that Victim Support can help. Meet and share experiences with people from across Greater Manchester.
To book a place at this event, contact Marilyn Taylor on 0161 727 1379 or email marilyn.taylor@victimsupport.org.uk.
Contact for more info:
marilyn.taylor@victimsupport.org.uk
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Community event letter.doc
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Manchester Service User and Carer Involvement Event
Posted January 8th, 2009 by estellew
Type of Event:
Community Event
Manchester Drug and Alcohol Strategy Team are inviting interested carers and service users who have experiences related to drug and alcohol services, to discuss a proposed model of involvement for Manchester.
Date/ Time: Thursday 22nd January, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Venue: Kings Church, Sidney street, Manchester, M1 7HB
See the flyer below for further information. If you are interested in attending this event, complete a booking form (below) and return by it Friday 9th January 2009.
For further information, contact Michelle Kennedy, Substance Misuse Service User and Carer Development officer, on 07507886618.
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Service User and Carer Involvement Event, Jan 09 Booking Form.doc
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Advice services at risk - Campaign for more resources open meeting
Posted January 8th, 2009 by estellew
Type of Event:
Meeting
Calling all advice workers……
Advice services at risk - Campaign for more resources.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 13th January 2009, 6:30pm.
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 6 Mount St, Manchester
It is absolutely vital that Advice Workers (including Solicitors) launch a Campaign not just against cuts but for more resources to enable us to meet the needs of Manchester residents.
This Open Meeting has been called to begin the process of building a United Campaign in Manchester for More Resources…
See the flyer below for further details. For more information, contact Jim Cessford on 07793 738389.
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• Calendar
National Compact Workshop
Posted January 9th, 2009 by estellew
Type of Event:
Community Event
A free half day workshop providing a general introduction to the Compact, organised by VSNW and the Commission for the Compact.
Date/ Time: Wednesday, 21 January 2009, 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Venue: Gujarat Hindu Society Centre in Preston
This is your chance to find out more about the Compact, the partnership agreement between government and the voluntary and community sector in England.
See the flyer below for further details. For more information and to book a place, contact Ruth Fennemore or Fiona Coulson on 0121 237 5900, or email events@thecompact.org.uk.
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Employment Law / HR Seminar for voluntary, community and faith sector groups
Posted January 9th, 2009 by estellew
Type of Event:
Conference/ Seminar
The voluntary, community and faith sector is being offered the opportunity to attend a seminar on employment law and associated HR issues. The seminar will be funded and hosted by the City Council and will be delivered by Peninsula Business Services.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 20th January from 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Venue: Victoria Mill
A range of issues will be covered. There will also be time for a question and answer session, and the opportunity to arrange individual surgeries.
See below for further details. For more information, or to book a place, contact Ross Grant on voluntaryyouthmanchester@gmail.com, or Gavin Dean on gavin.dean@manchester.gov.uk.
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Latest Employment Opportunities
Manchester Development Education Project - Finance Officer
Posted January 7th, 2009 by estellew
Salary Scale: Point 22 (£19.370) to Point 26 (£21.937); Three Days Pro-Rata; Contract: One year contract in the first instance.
The DEP projects aim to enable people to achieve a more just and sustainable world, in their schools and communities as well as more widely, in which power and resources are more fairly shared by all.
The postholder will work with a number of DEP projects.
See below for further details. For more information and application details contact Claire Cowell on: 0161 921 8016, or email claire@dep.org.uk.
Deadline for application:
12 Jan 2009
E-mail for more information:
claire@dep.org.uk
Website:
http://www.dep.org.uk/
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Greater Merseyside TaPS Project Manager
Posted January 9th, 2009 by estellew
Deadline for application:
23 Jan 2009
Salary: NJC Scale PO Scp 35-37 (£28,862-£30,456); Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday; This post is funded until March 2011 in the first instance.
The Greater Merseyside ChangeUp Consortium, in partnership with Sefton CVS, as the lead body, seeks to appoint a highly skilled and motivated candidate to lead the development of the new and exciting Tendering and Procurement Support (TaPS) project for Greater Merseyside.
TaPS will provide voluntary and community organisations with a ‘one-stop-shop’ for advice, information and support on all aspects of commissioning. The project will also provide a mechanism by which the voluntary and community sector can productively engage with public sector commissioners.
Application packs can be downloaded from www.seftoncvs.org.uk/docs/TAPS.zip.
E-mail for more information:
recruitment@seftoncvs.org.uk

Latest Volunteer Opportunities
EMERGE FareShare volunteer opportunities
Posted January 7th, 2009 by estellew
No good food should be wasted.
EMERGE FareShare redistributes surplus food from the food industry to homeless and vulnerable people in Greater Manchester.
They need volunteers to make this project a success!
See below for further information on this project and the various volunteer roles available.
For more information or application pack, call Nicola Milner on 0161 223 8200 or email volunteering@emergemanchester.co.uk
E-mail for more information:
volunteering@emergemanchester.co.uk
Website:
http://www.emergemanchester.co.uk/
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Latest Training Opportunities
Time Flies – a guide to effective time management
Posted January 5th, 2009 by estellew
Date:
14 January 2009
Places still available!
Date/ Time: Wednesday 14 January 2009, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Trainer: Manchester Advice.
The aim of this course is to set priorities and develop practical tools which can be used to give order to a demanding work schedule.
Please bring with you a list of outstanding tasks to work on as an exercise during the course.
To book a place fill in the form below or book on-line at http://advicekit.info/training
Type of course:
One off training event
Website:
http://advicekit.info/training
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Free Outcomes Training organised by Salford CVS
Posted January 7th, 2009 by estellew
How much do you know about the effects of your organisation’s work?
Would you like to know more about outcomes?
Are your funders asking about outcomes monitoring?
If so, you’ll be interested in this free training course for voluntary and community organisations.
Salford CVS is running free two-day Charities Evaluation Service Outcomes training courses.
See the flyer below for further information. To book a place, complete the booking form below and return it by 22nd January.
Type of course:
Training course
Address:
Salford Community & Voluntary Services
5 Irwell Place
Eccles
M30 0FN
E-mail for more information:
Suzy.Farrow@salfordcvs.co.uk
Website:
http://www.salfordcvs.co.uk
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Free Leadership and Management Seminar Programme
Posted January 8th, 2009 by estellew
Inspiring Leaders Programme designed by MISPA (Manchester Institute of Sport and Physical Activity).
The Seminar Programme will help you identify leadership and management skills that will enable you to be more effective in your role and to have a measurable impact in your organisation. The programme is available FREE.
See below for further details. Potential participants will be invited to an interview. For further information please contact Helen Connor, Project Co-ordinator, on 07770703533, or email: h.connor@mmu.ac.uk.
E-mail for more information:
h.connor@mmu.ac.uk
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