COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER
EMAIL BULLETIN – 19th October 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 Have your say in the CN4M Review
You may be aware that the Community Network for Manchester is currently
conducting a review (facilitated by the Exec.)
The review will seek to ensure we have the right systems and structures in
place to meet 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 North Manchester FM - Community Radio Training
Training starts at the end of October. Training will be 2 hours a week for 8
weeks, leading up to a month-long broadcast starting on Mon 14th Jan.
There will be various sessions, including dedicated youth sessions in the
evening. If you have any questions or would like to register for the
training phone 0800 068 8585.
2.2 Media Relation Workshops
This workshop is an ideal way to learn, or brush up on, the skills required
to deal with the media.
To book a place go online at
http://www.acmtraining.co.uk/rtaDatesvenues.asp?workshopId=9, or email
mailto:bookings@acmtraining.co.uk or call 01584 890970.
All workshops run from 9.30am to 5pm and are inclusive of the venue, lunch,
refreshments and workshop materials, as well as a certificate of completion.
Delegate rate £99 (plus vat) per person
2.3 Effective Supervision Skills
2 day course on 19th - 20th November 2007.
Practical, proven, supervision skills and awareness training for
participants from voluntary and statutory organisations in the fields of
education, health and social inclusion. Equally suitable for new and
experienced managers.
For more information mailto:mail@idttraining.com or phone: 01803 299049 or
visit www.idttraining.com
3.0 Events
3.1 Delivering Social Change through Sport
- Interactive conference sharing experiences of how sport can deliver an
effective service in the community
The conference will take place at the City of Manchester Stadium on Friday
16th November.
The event gives you the opportunity to network with partners from the
sports, leisure & physical activity sector, voluntary & community sectors.
There are seventeen practical quick fire workshops delivered by partners who
have been there and done it! It is an excellent opportunity to meet up with
others involved in community sport, leisure & physical activity, make
contacts, share ideas, learn form the workshops & discuss the everyday
challenges you face
For more information contact Sport for Life mailto:info@mysportforlife.co.uk
or call 0845 130 0849
www.mysport4life.co.uk
3.2 The Scarman Trust Conference: Making the Connection - Joining the Dots
The conference will take place on Friday 9th November 2007 from 9:30am - 4pm
at the City of Manchester Stadium
At the event you will be able to:
Be among the first to hear about Community Service Agreements
Meet new people, share your experiences
Browse the 'Marketplace Stalls' for information about services and support
available for community groups
Choose interactive fun workshops to take part in
The event is FREE to attend - places are allocated on a first come first
served basis. Transport and all refreshments are provided.
If you are interested in attending the event then please contact Cheryl on
0161 839 2613 or email mailto:support.manchester@thescarmantrust.org or
visit the Scarman Trust website at:
http://www.thescarmantrustmanchester.org/events/index.php/Event398.html
3.3 Levenshulme Community Festival
Sat 20th October to Sun 4th November
One hundred and thirty three events involving five hundred performers. A two
week festival which includes a full programme of Art, Comedy, Community,
Dance, Music, Sport and Theatre. Includes a special children's sports week
during half term where many of the events are free.
Official launch is at St Mary's Parish centre, Elbow St, Levenshulme by Lord
Mayor of Manchester at 1.30pm.
More details on www.levenshulmefestival.co.uk or contact the festival office
on 0161 257 2484
3.4 Volunteering Fair
The Volunteering Community Network and partners are holding a Volunteering
Fair on the 13th November 2007, at
MANCAT North City 6th Form college, Rochdale Rd
This event will allow local groups and organisations to show case their work
in the community.
Local services and local residents can attend and choose between a variety
of volunteering opportunities from
within the travel area.
Any queries or to book a stall contact John or Sue on
mailto:volunteering@eastmanchestercommunity.net
3.5 FREE Gardeners Question Time & Mini-allotment Session
Tuesday 30th Oct 11am - 1pm with light healthy snacks
Healthy living room, Abraham moss centre
Ring Naomi on 0161 908 8335 or 0161 655 7888
4.0 Information
4.1 Manchester PCT seeking the views of Manchester People
In order to inform its financial planning process for 2008/9, Manchester PCT
is seeking to collect as much information as they can about the views of
Manchester people with regard to local health services.
This includes:
Details of people's experiences of health services in Manchester (positive
or negative)
People's opinions of how local health services could be improved
People's experiences and opinions of local health improvement initiatives
and services
Any health related survey results
If you, or your organisation, have collected such information in the last 2
years then please send it on to mailto:nick.gomm@manchester.nhs.uk
4.2 Looking to hire an interesting venue? Zion Arts Centre, Manchester
Zion Arts Centre is a creative space for young people that particularly
welcomes community groups and offers a special community hire rate.
So if you are holding any event or need a Meeting Room, Theatre (230 seat
auditorium with retractable seating / 300 standing), Rehearsal Space,
Gallery Space, Radio Studio, dance studio or recording studio.get in touch!
Email mailto:Caroline@zionarts.com to request a full colour PDF detailing
all facilities and outlining costs.
4.3 Event Space at Royal Mills Complex
Royal Mills is a regeneration of four cotton spinning mills, dating back to
the 19th Century and the development has a combination of apartments and
commercial space.
There is a central courtyard at the development and the space totals over
82,000 sq ft. This space is available to any groups or organisations that
would like to use the facilities - and there is no charge.
There are parking facilities nearby and it is easily accessible from the
city centre - just a 15 minute walk down the Rochdale canal.
If would like any more information on this space with regard to any events
or would like to take a look around, please contact Lisa Robbins on 01253
600800.
4.4 Futures - Volunteering Project
A TimeBank run volunteering project, has just launched in the Greater
Manchester area. The project promotes the benefits of volunteering to
individuals aged 25+ from BME communities living in the Greater Manchester
area.
Futures has a dedicated website where people can find out more about
volunteering and register their interest in becoming a volunteer along with
a local Project Coordinator who will actively place individuals into
volunteering opportunities suited to their interests, needs and goals.
If your organisation is looking for volunteers or you would simply like to
find out more you can visit the website www.futuresproject.org.uk or contact
Yusuf Tai, Futures Project Coordinator, on 0161 273 6615 or
mailto:y.tai@timebank.org.uk
To find out more about TimeBank visit www.timebank.org.uk
4.5 Manchester Local Involvement Network (LINk) Update
The City of Manchester Local Involvement Network Early Adopter Project -
improving care and health for all.
There will soon be a stronger local voice for people in the City of
Manchester in the planning, design, commissioning and provision of health
and social care services.
For more information please visit:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=308&Itemid=35
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Vacancy for Director at Tameside 3rd Sector Coalition
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to make a real difference in
a leadership role with Tameside's leading VCS infrastructure organisation.
The Director will ensure a quality service, promote equality in practice,
champion and support Tameside VCOs, and have responsibility for strategic
and operational management of T3SC.
The post will be based in Ashton under Lyne, Tameside
36 hours per week, APT&C 40-43 £31,653 - £34,146 (2007 pay award pending)
The successful candidate will be experienced and knowledgeable about the VCS
and current policy issues; and be able to demonstrate excellence in
management, funding & finance, partnerships, communication and diversity.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 7th November 2007
Application Packs are available from T3SC on 0161 339 4985, or
mailto:helen.tallents@t3sc.org
5.2 BBC Manchester Mentor Project 2008
The BBC Manchester Mentor Project aims to encourage young people in Greater
Manchester to join us in the conversation about 'who we are and where we are
going' reflecting the views and creative ideas of young people from local
communities that may have felt excluded from the BBC.
At the end of May 2007, agreement for a BBC Development at Salford Quays was
reached between BBC and Peel Holdings and approved by BBC Trust. This means
that the BBC's vision to create a state-of-art digital production and
broadcasting hub and presence for the BBC in the North of England is now
going to become a reality. So .... there has never been a better time to get
involved.
For more information view the link:
https://www1.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_bbc01.asp?newms=jj&id=18391&aid=10281
If you have any queries please contact Angela Burton on 0161 244 4037.
Closing date: 7th November 2007
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
Friday, 26 October 2007
Thursday, 18 October 2007
COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER
EMAIL BULLETIN – Friday 12th October 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 Update your details with CN4M
CN4M have recently become a limited company and we are updating our database
of contact details. We would like to invite individuals, groups and
organisations to update their details with us.
Please download the registration form at
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=310&Itemid=35,
complete and return it by email to mailto:gloria@cn4m.net This email address
is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it by
Friday 26th October 2007.
Alternatively fax your details to: 0161 234 2912 or post to: Community
Network for Manchester, Greenfish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham Street,
Manchester, M4 1LE.
1.2 Pool Coordinators Meeting
Pool coordinators: open meeting to look at the short listed artists for "I
don't know about community networks...etc"
Friday 26th October 10am - 2pm - Drop in at the Green Fish Resource Centre
Refreshments provided.
For further information visit the CN4M calendar of events:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63 or contact
Alison Kershaw on 07767356302 mailto:alison.sl-arts@good.co.uk
1.3 Community Network for Manchester Review - 30th October 2007
You may be aware that the Community Network for Manchester is currently
conducting a review (facilitated by the Exec.)
The review will seek to ensure we have the right systems and structures in
place to meet 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
1.4 Health Inequalities Pool
The next meeting of the Health Inequalities Pool will be on the 1st November
2007, 10am until 12pm at the MACC office. They will be agreeing community
and voluntary sector representation via the Pool on the new Adults Health &
Wellbeing Board, which will meet in the next couple of months, receiving
updates on Food Futures Collaborative Funding opportunities as well as
contributing local perspectives on North West indicators for Wellbeing.
2.0 Training
2.1 Training Opportunities for Social Enterprises
Creativity and Innovation Training, - Enterprise Factory, Oldham, 1st
November 2007
Innovation and Social Enterprise Schools Conference, - Urbis, 14th November
2007
Social enterprises from across Greater Manchester are invited to apply for
subsidised creativity and innovation training, PLUS free exhibition space to
30 schools at Urbis.
Creativity and innovation training will introduce a range of practical tools
and techniques for you to practice on the day and explore their application
to your situation. The specialised training day will be delivered by the
Management Centre at the Enterprise Factory in Oldham.
http://www.enterprise-factory.co.uk/
Training and exhibition places are limited to 20. The training costs £15 per
person -For more information on the training course, please visit:
www.managementcentre.co.uk/training_development_detail.php/16/breakthrough_c
reativity_amp_innovation
2.2 Tender Processes and Bid Preparation Training
Throughout October to December, NAVCA have arranged regional small group
training sessions in tender processes and bid preparation.
Sessions are limited to 20 attendees in each venue so everyone can get the
full benefit. For a full programme go to www.navca.org.uk/events/tendering.
Training sessions will take place on:
23 October - Chester le Street - 8 places remaining
15 November - Burnley
For more information contact Michelle Emerson on 0114 289 3957
2.3 Listening to Other Training Sessions
Listening to Others organise regular workshops that enable 'others' to
communicate. They aim to break down barriers and increase understanding;
verbalising our own experiences through stories; representing many cultural
and diverse backgrounds.
In each facilitated workshop, participants work through a series of stories
(personal accounts, shared histories, faith tales, fables) linked to the
workshop theme.
For more details about forthcoming workshops please call Janneth Ahmed on
0161 248 8405 or mailto:jannath_r@yahoo.com
3.0 Events
3.1 Manchester Residents Association - A.G.M 2007
The A.G.M. will take place on Wednesday 31st October 2007 at Parkway Green
House, Palatine Road, Northenden, Manchester.
Lunch will be available from 12:30pm with registration at 1pm
Guest Speaker Councillor Eddy Newman - Lead Executive Member for Housing.
Presentations will include: Community Champion, Residents of the Year,
Residents Group of the Year and more
For more information or to book your place please
mailto:mra.city@btconnect.com 0161 238 4920
3.2 Invitation to FREE art event and forum - on the theme of childbirth
Are you a grandmother, mum or a mum-to-be? Are you a dad who watched your
child come into the world? Do you have strong opinions about the way
childbirth is managed, at home or in hospital?
Come and participate in the debate, or just eat and reflect, as part of the
diverse audience at Matrix. Matrix is an evening forum and banquet on
Saturday 27th October 2007, 4.30pm -10pm at Victoria Baths, Hathersage Road,
Manchester.
Art will ignite conversations about childbirth between individuals who would
otherwise never have crossed paths. The audience will be seated in the
ladies' third class swimming pool. During the evening, the artists and
childbirth practitioners involved in the Birth Rites collaborations will be
giving presentations, offering insights into their experiences of exposure
to one another's practice over the course of this year.
The presentations will be followed by an aphrodisiac-themed banquet at which
the conversations about art and childbirth will continue. Artist Kara Ramsey
will collaborate with Birth Rites team and Beliz catering company to bring
about a sensuous gourmet art installation.
There is no charge to attend, and members of the public can book a place by
mailto:matrix@birthrites.org.uk or leaving a message on 0161 235 0705.
You can read more about the Birth Rites project at www.birthrites.org.uk
3.3 Bogus Callers Awareness Event
There is good reason for each of us to be concerned about bogus callers but
how do you protect yourself against them? The answer might be around the
corner at the Hall Lane Resource Centre on Hall Lane in Baguley on the 26th
October.
They are hosting a Bogus Caller Awareness event 1.30pm until 2.45pm.
There will be speakers, demonstrations and refreshments. Tel: 0161 945 7609
to reserve places.
3.4 Good Governance Conference
GMCVO is holding a conference on 'Good Governance' on Monday 26th November,
which will address key issues in developing effective governance on
voluntary sector boards and management committees. There will be
presentations on what makes good governance and the impact of the new
Charities Act on governance, as well as workshops, a case study, and panel
discussion. The event is aimed at trustees and managers from VCS
organisations with responsibility for governance support.
More information about the conference and booking form can be seen at:
http://www.gmcvo.org.uk/?q=node/370.
3.5 What does the Community Development Challenge mean to you?
CDX North West Regional Event - Elizabeth Gaskell Hall, MMU, Hathersage Rd,
M13 0JA
Thursday 18th October, 2007 10am to 4pm
CDX is organising a regional event hosted by Manchester Met University
Community Audit & Evaluation Centre, to discuss the opportunities and
challenges presented by the Community Development Challenge report
For more information contact CDX: mailto:denise@cdx.org.uk
4.0 Information
4.1 Connecting Communities Plus - Community Grant
Round 3 of Connecting Communities Plus, Community Grants is open. The grants
scheme welcomes applications from small, locally run and managed voluntary
and community organisations, often run by volunteers, who want to improve
opportunities for people locally and to improve relations between people of
different ethnic and/or faith backgrounds.
They are running a number of free briefing events to give people more
information about the fund. Please see the table If you would like to find
out when the briefings are or to book your place at one of the events,
please contact mailto:ccplus@cdf.org.uk or call 01223 400343.
4.2 Evaluation of the National Programme for Third Sector Commissioning
Shared Intelligence has been commissioned by the Improvement and Development
Agency (IDeA) to carry out an evaluation of the National Programme for Third
Sector Commissioning.
The survey will give third sector organisations the chance to let them know
your views on commissioning and what can be done to overcome some of the
barriers that currently exist.
A link to the survey can be found below:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=JsX_2fQWsm7sN_2b9DESh8mTYQ_3d_3d
4.3 Attitudes to the Delivery of Public Services by VCS Organisations
Manchester University are carrying out a survey on attitudes to the issue of
delivery of public services by Voluntary and Community Sector organisations
in the North West.
The Institute for Political and Economic Governance (IPEG) is carrying out
the research, funded by the North West Improvement Network, which is made
up of the 46 local authorities in the North West. This is a really good
opportunity for organisations to feed back their opinions on this important
agenda to local government and other audiences.
An event is planned for January 2008 where all respondents will be invited
to debate the research.
If you can, please take the time to fill out the questionnaire at:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=306&Itemid=35
4.4 Does your organisation need volunteers? Then read on....
Manchester Event Volunteers (MEV) manage a database of more that 2,500
volunteers from Manchester and the North West. With the use of their
extensive database of contacts they can reach more than 2500 volunteers and
over 600 partner organisations via e-mail, website and newsletter,
advertising your events, volunteer vacancies/opportunities, training
opportunities and much more.
If you would like more information on their services, you can register your
interest on-line by visiting www.mev.org.uk.
Alternatively you can find out more by contacting the Central Team in the
following ways: 0161 234 1532/31/30
or mailto:info@mev.org.uk
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Volunteer at Nacro - You can make a difference
Are you interested in: Social housing, work with offenders, reducing crime
or working in the drugs field
If so they would like to recruit volunteers with a wide range of knowledge
and experience particularly in areas such as housing, law, finance and the
criminal justice system to advise and support the Area Management Team.
For further information about Nacro Housing in Greater Manchester and the
role of our Advice and Support Group, please contact Joanne Mack at 567a
Barlow Moor Road, Manchester M21 8AE tel. 0161 860 7444
mailto:joanne.mack@nacro.org.uk
5.2 Finance Officer - MERCi
3 days per week NJC Pay scale 6: £20,895 pro rata (pay award pending)
Fixed term Contract November 2007 - October 2008
This is a unique opportunity to join the small but dynamic sustainable
development charity, MERCi, and to help contribute towards a more
sustainable future for Manchester and the wider region.
They are looking for a Finance Officer who is able to translate MERCi's
diverse funding streams into plain English for the staff and the board of
trustees.
If you are interested in this position please telephone 0161 273 1736 to
request an application pack. Please read the letter and person specification
carefully before completing the application form.
Please return your completed application to: Caroline Downey, MERCi, Bridge
5 Mill, 22a Beswick Street, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 7HR by 5.00pm 25th
October 2007. Please mark your envelope private and confidential.
5.3 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
5.4 Researcher Opportunities
The Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research (CRESR) at Sheffield
Hallam University is looking to appoint:
Senior Research Fellows (2 posts), Permanent - Full Time £32,796 - £41,545
Senior Research Fellow in Urban and Regional Policy Analysis or in Economic
Geography (Ref: DS304/07) and a Senior Research Fellow in Voluntary and
Community Sector Research (Ref: DS307/07).
Research Associates (2 posts) £22,332 - £27,466
A Fixed Term, Full Time Research Associate in Urban and Regional Policy
Analysis or in Economic Geography (Ref: DS305/07) and a Permanent, Full time
Research Associate in Social and Economic Regeneration (Ref: DS306/07).
Further details and application forms are available from:
http://ntmizar.adc.shu.ac.uk/HRD/Vacancies/Research/Vacancies/DS30407-30707.
asp
The deadline for applications is 19 October 2007.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
EMAIL BULLETIN – Friday 12th October 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 Update your details with CN4M
CN4M have recently become a limited company and we are updating our database
of contact details. We would like to invite individuals, groups and
organisations to update their details with us.
Please download the registration form at
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=310&Itemid=35,
complete and return it by email to mailto:gloria@cn4m.net This email address
is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it by
Friday 26th October 2007.
Alternatively fax your details to: 0161 234 2912 or post to: Community
Network for Manchester, Greenfish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham Street,
Manchester, M4 1LE.
1.2 Pool Coordinators Meeting
Pool coordinators: open meeting to look at the short listed artists for "I
don't know about community networks...etc"
Friday 26th October 10am - 2pm - Drop in at the Green Fish Resource Centre
Refreshments provided.
For further information visit the CN4M calendar of events:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63 or contact
Alison Kershaw on 07767356302 mailto:alison.sl-arts@good.co.uk
1.3 Community Network for Manchester Review - 30th October 2007
You may be aware that the Community Network for Manchester is currently
conducting a review (facilitated by the Exec.)
The review will seek to ensure we have the right systems and structures in
place to meet 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
1.4 Health Inequalities Pool
The next meeting of the Health Inequalities Pool will be on the 1st November
2007, 10am until 12pm at the MACC office. They will be agreeing community
and voluntary sector representation via the Pool on the new Adults Health &
Wellbeing Board, which will meet in the next couple of months, receiving
updates on Food Futures Collaborative Funding opportunities as well as
contributing local perspectives on North West indicators for Wellbeing.
2.0 Training
2.1 Training Opportunities for Social Enterprises
Creativity and Innovation Training, - Enterprise Factory, Oldham, 1st
November 2007
Innovation and Social Enterprise Schools Conference, - Urbis, 14th November
2007
Social enterprises from across Greater Manchester are invited to apply for
subsidised creativity and innovation training, PLUS free exhibition space to
30 schools at Urbis.
Creativity and innovation training will introduce a range of practical tools
and techniques for you to practice on the day and explore their application
to your situation. The specialised training day will be delivered by the
Management Centre at the Enterprise Factory in Oldham.
http://www.enterprise-factory.co.uk/
Training and exhibition places are limited to 20. The training costs £15 per
person -For more information on the training course, please visit:
www.managementcentre.co.uk/training_development_detail.php/16/breakthrough_c
reativity_amp_innovation
2.2 Tender Processes and Bid Preparation Training
Throughout October to December, NAVCA have arranged regional small group
training sessions in tender processes and bid preparation.
Sessions are limited to 20 attendees in each venue so everyone can get the
full benefit. For a full programme go to www.navca.org.uk/events/tendering.
Training sessions will take place on:
23 October - Chester le Street - 8 places remaining
15 November - Burnley
For more information contact Michelle Emerson on 0114 289 3957
2.3 Listening to Other Training Sessions
Listening to Others organise regular workshops that enable 'others' to
communicate. They aim to break down barriers and increase understanding;
verbalising our own experiences through stories; representing many cultural
and diverse backgrounds.
In each facilitated workshop, participants work through a series of stories
(personal accounts, shared histories, faith tales, fables) linked to the
workshop theme.
For more details about forthcoming workshops please call Janneth Ahmed on
0161 248 8405 or mailto:jannath_r@yahoo.com
3.0 Events
3.1 Manchester Residents Association - A.G.M 2007
The A.G.M. will take place on Wednesday 31st October 2007 at Parkway Green
House, Palatine Road, Northenden, Manchester.
Lunch will be available from 12:30pm with registration at 1pm
Guest Speaker Councillor Eddy Newman - Lead Executive Member for Housing.
Presentations will include: Community Champion, Residents of the Year,
Residents Group of the Year and more
For more information or to book your place please
mailto:mra.city@btconnect.com 0161 238 4920
3.2 Invitation to FREE art event and forum - on the theme of childbirth
Are you a grandmother, mum or a mum-to-be? Are you a dad who watched your
child come into the world? Do you have strong opinions about the way
childbirth is managed, at home or in hospital?
Come and participate in the debate, or just eat and reflect, as part of the
diverse audience at Matrix. Matrix is an evening forum and banquet on
Saturday 27th October 2007, 4.30pm -10pm at Victoria Baths, Hathersage Road,
Manchester.
Art will ignite conversations about childbirth between individuals who would
otherwise never have crossed paths. The audience will be seated in the
ladies' third class swimming pool. During the evening, the artists and
childbirth practitioners involved in the Birth Rites collaborations will be
giving presentations, offering insights into their experiences of exposure
to one another's practice over the course of this year.
The presentations will be followed by an aphrodisiac-themed banquet at which
the conversations about art and childbirth will continue. Artist Kara Ramsey
will collaborate with Birth Rites team and Beliz catering company to bring
about a sensuous gourmet art installation.
There is no charge to attend, and members of the public can book a place by
mailto:matrix@birthrites.org.uk or leaving a message on 0161 235 0705.
You can read more about the Birth Rites project at www.birthrites.org.uk
3.3 Bogus Callers Awareness Event
There is good reason for each of us to be concerned about bogus callers but
how do you protect yourself against them? The answer might be around the
corner at the Hall Lane Resource Centre on Hall Lane in Baguley on the 26th
October.
They are hosting a Bogus Caller Awareness event 1.30pm until 2.45pm.
There will be speakers, demonstrations and refreshments. Tel: 0161 945 7609
to reserve places.
3.4 Good Governance Conference
GMCVO is holding a conference on 'Good Governance' on Monday 26th November,
which will address key issues in developing effective governance on
voluntary sector boards and management committees. There will be
presentations on what makes good governance and the impact of the new
Charities Act on governance, as well as workshops, a case study, and panel
discussion. The event is aimed at trustees and managers from VCS
organisations with responsibility for governance support.
More information about the conference and booking form can be seen at:
http://www.gmcvo.org.uk/?q=node/370.
3.5 What does the Community Development Challenge mean to you?
CDX North West Regional Event - Elizabeth Gaskell Hall, MMU, Hathersage Rd,
M13 0JA
Thursday 18th October, 2007 10am to 4pm
CDX is organising a regional event hosted by Manchester Met University
Community Audit & Evaluation Centre, to discuss the opportunities and
challenges presented by the Community Development Challenge report
For more information contact CDX: mailto:denise@cdx.org.uk
4.0 Information
4.1 Connecting Communities Plus - Community Grant
Round 3 of Connecting Communities Plus, Community Grants is open. The grants
scheme welcomes applications from small, locally run and managed voluntary
and community organisations, often run by volunteers, who want to improve
opportunities for people locally and to improve relations between people of
different ethnic and/or faith backgrounds.
They are running a number of free briefing events to give people more
information about the fund. Please see the table If you would like to find
out when the briefings are or to book your place at one of the events,
please contact mailto:ccplus@cdf.org.uk or call 01223 400343.
4.2 Evaluation of the National Programme for Third Sector Commissioning
Shared Intelligence has been commissioned by the Improvement and Development
Agency (IDeA) to carry out an evaluation of the National Programme for Third
Sector Commissioning.
The survey will give third sector organisations the chance to let them know
your views on commissioning and what can be done to overcome some of the
barriers that currently exist.
A link to the survey can be found below:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=JsX_2fQWsm7sN_2b9DESh8mTYQ_3d_3d
4.3 Attitudes to the Delivery of Public Services by VCS Organisations
Manchester University are carrying out a survey on attitudes to the issue of
delivery of public services by Voluntary and Community Sector organisations
in the North West.
The Institute for Political and Economic Governance (IPEG) is carrying out
the research, funded by the North West Improvement Network, which is made
up of the 46 local authorities in the North West. This is a really good
opportunity for organisations to feed back their opinions on this important
agenda to local government and other audiences.
An event is planned for January 2008 where all respondents will be invited
to debate the research.
If you can, please take the time to fill out the questionnaire at:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=306&Itemid=35
4.4 Does your organisation need volunteers? Then read on....
Manchester Event Volunteers (MEV) manage a database of more that 2,500
volunteers from Manchester and the North West. With the use of their
extensive database of contacts they can reach more than 2500 volunteers and
over 600 partner organisations via e-mail, website and newsletter,
advertising your events, volunteer vacancies/opportunities, training
opportunities and much more.
If you would like more information on their services, you can register your
interest on-line by visiting www.mev.org.uk.
Alternatively you can find out more by contacting the Central Team in the
following ways: 0161 234 1532/31/30
or mailto:info@mev.org.uk
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Volunteer at Nacro - You can make a difference
Are you interested in: Social housing, work with offenders, reducing crime
or working in the drugs field
If so they would like to recruit volunteers with a wide range of knowledge
and experience particularly in areas such as housing, law, finance and the
criminal justice system to advise and support the Area Management Team.
For further information about Nacro Housing in Greater Manchester and the
role of our Advice and Support Group, please contact Joanne Mack at 567a
Barlow Moor Road, Manchester M21 8AE tel. 0161 860 7444
mailto:joanne.mack@nacro.org.uk
5.2 Finance Officer - MERCi
3 days per week NJC Pay scale 6: £20,895 pro rata (pay award pending)
Fixed term Contract November 2007 - October 2008
This is a unique opportunity to join the small but dynamic sustainable
development charity, MERCi, and to help contribute towards a more
sustainable future for Manchester and the wider region.
They are looking for a Finance Officer who is able to translate MERCi's
diverse funding streams into plain English for the staff and the board of
trustees.
If you are interested in this position please telephone 0161 273 1736 to
request an application pack. Please read the letter and person specification
carefully before completing the application form.
Please return your completed application to: Caroline Downey, MERCi, Bridge
5 Mill, 22a Beswick Street, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 7HR by 5.00pm 25th
October 2007. Please mark your envelope private and confidential.
5.3 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
5.4 Researcher Opportunities
The Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research (CRESR) at Sheffield
Hallam University is looking to appoint:
Senior Research Fellows (2 posts), Permanent - Full Time £32,796 - £41,545
Senior Research Fellow in Urban and Regional Policy Analysis or in Economic
Geography (Ref: DS304/07) and a Senior Research Fellow in Voluntary and
Community Sector Research (Ref: DS307/07).
Research Associates (2 posts) £22,332 - £27,466
A Fixed Term, Full Time Research Associate in Urban and Regional Policy
Analysis or in Economic Geography (Ref: DS305/07) and a Permanent, Full time
Research Associate in Social and Economic Regeneration (Ref: DS306/07).
Further details and application forms are available from:
http://ntmizar.adc.shu.ac.uk/HRD/Vacancies/Research/Vacancies/DS30407-30707.
asp
The deadline for applications is 19 October 2007.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
Monday, 1 October 2007
COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER
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
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
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
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
Monday, 24 September 2007
COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER
EMAIL BULLETIN – 21st 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 Conference on Social Change
16th October 2007 from 9.30am - 1pm at the Geoffrey Manton Building,
Manchester Metropolitan University, Oxford Road.
CN4M, Manchester Metropolitan University and the Manchester City Council are
hosting a conference looking at Social change: the role of Social Capital
and Community Cohesion. Are these just empty concepts or can they be used in
a meaningful way in Manchester?
A wide range of speakers will be taking to the stage to spark debate,
including grass roots community groups. Key note speakers are Robert
Putnam, who was once described as one of the most influential thinkers today
and is currently a visiting professor at the University of Manchester, and
Ed Cox, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the Local Government
Information Unit and Commissioner on the Commission for Cohesion and
Intergration.
If you want to learn more about these concepts, find about the latest on
national policy and local action - its not to be missed.
For a place at the conference please fill in the booking form available on
the CN4M website
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=276&Itemid=35
For more information contact Sophie Fosker -
mailto:sophiefosker@googlemail.com, 07816872332
1.2 Women's Network Link Organisation Tender
The Community Network for Manchester is looking for an enthusiastic,
inspiring and well organised group to become the new link organisation for
the Women's Network.
To view the tender specifications and how to apply please visit the CN4M
website:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=category§ionid=9&i
d=60&Itemid=50
Closing date: 1st October 2007
2.0 Training
2.1 Free training session for staff /volunteers on 'Offender Learning'
Do you work in adult education or support work? Want to find out more about
the issues facing service users who are offenders? This professional
development training session is run by local charity NEARIS which
specialises in education for offenders and other disadvantaged adults.
The course will cover: introduction to the criminal justice system; managing
risk; models of change and motivation; and an overview of services available
in Greater Manchester.
The half day session is repeated on 4 dates across Sept-Nov: 25 Sept
(9.30-12.30), 3 Oct (1.30-4.30), 25 Oct (1.30-4.30), 27 Nov (9.30-12.30).
The course is free but places must be booked - contact Lee Fogarty at NEARIS
on 0161 834 1661 for more details.
2.2 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
2.3 Drugs & Alcohol Awareness Workshops
November 2007 to March 2008
Manchester's Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team and Lifeline Project Ltd. are
offering basic drug and alcohol awareness workshops between November 2007
and March 2008. The workshops are targeted at smaller voluntary and
community organisations that have contact with the public.
Participants will be able to take away a useful range of handouts and other
resources. If your group would like to find out more about a particular
aspect, not covered here, the workshops can be tailored to your needs.
Workshops will be constructed always around the needs of the participants
and the work they do.
For further information contact Roger Bysouth on 0161 219 6930 or
mailto:r.bysouth@manchester.gov.uk
2.4 British Sign Language and Deaf Awareness Short Courses - October 2007 in
Manchester 15th October
Who should attend?
Everyone who comes into contact with the public or with deaf colleagues in
their job role.
People who are looking to continue their professional development and have
fun doing it.
The course costs £110 + vat and numbers are limited. For more details and
online booking click on http://www.hearfirst.org.uk/open_registration.html
or telephone 01706 872816.
Please note: in house courses are also available across the UK.
3.0 Events
3.1 Employers Breakfast Event
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:angela.mclaughlin@actionforblindpeople.org.uk
3.2 Contribute to Manchester's Climate Change Strategy
Manchester is developing a Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan looking
at what action the city can take to reduce our impact on the climate, and
adapt to climate change.
On Wednesday 26th September, 5.45pm - 8.30pm, Bridge 5 Mill, Ancoats
there'll be a focus group for community and voluntary groups looking at:
what are the priorities for the strategy?
what actions should be taken?
what role can community and voluntary groups play?
For more information contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or
mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
Jointly organised by the Environment Network for Manchester, Sustainable
Neighbourhoods Pool and the Green City Team at Manchester City Council.
3.3 The Future of Neighbourhood Management - Sustainability and Succession
Wednesday 17th October 2007 - Central London
Chaired by: Sue Charteris¸ Founding Director, Shared Intelligence
Benefits of Attending:
• Hear about the latest developments in neighbourhood management policy and
strategy
• Understand how local funding will affect neighbourhood management
• Learn more about LAAs and the future of neighbourhood management
Book online at www.capitaconferences.co.uk using booking ref code: TSDE. If
you have any questions please call Dave Eastman on 0207 808 5309.
3.4 Open Spaces: protection, preservation, participation
Saturday 20th October, 11am - 4pm, Manchester Grammar School
A free event for community and voluntary groups looking at Manchester's Open
Spaces.
Workshops on topics around protecting open spaces, good practice in managing
open spaces (including working with the local authority) ...and more...
A chance to give your views on open spaces to feed into planning policies
being developed this Autumn. Also networking and sharing skills & ideas!
For more information contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or
mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
3.5 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
4.0 Information
4.1 Have your say on the future of East Manchester
New East Manchester has worked hard over the past seven years to regenerate
East Manchester and have made progress in tackling crime; improving how
clean the streets are; making sure services meet your needs; raising the
standards of education; and getting people into work.
But, there is still a lot more to do. Over the next ten years they want to
develop plans that will continue to improve the areas of Beswick, Openshaw,
Clayton, Gorton, Newton Heath, Miles Platting and Ancoats.
For more information about having your say visit their website
www.eastmanchesterconsultation.com
4.2 Recruitment and Information Day
The Manchester Neighbourhood Care Groups Association is organising a
recruitment and information day to take place at the Britannia Hotel on
Palatine Road in Northenden on Wednesday 31st October.
This event aims to promote caring for older people in the Manchester area
and recruit volunteers in order to enable the Care Groups to help more older
people in the community.
They are holding a small exhibition with approximately ten stands for
organisations who wish to attend. They are asking those organisations who
are able to make a small donation of £50 towards the running costs of the
event.
If a representative from your organisation would like to hold a stand at
our event, please contact Sarah Parry
Volunteer Recruitment Worker on 07934 498 848 in order to make the necessary
preparations.
4.3 Coming Off, Staying Off
The Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team has just published 'Coming off, Staying
off.' This is a comprehensive directory of drugs services for adults in the
city of Manchester.
Coming Off: Getting into treatment; what if you're pregnant/ arrested/ in
prison/ using stimulants; blood-borne virus testing and vaccinations; needle
exchanges; detoxification
Staying Off: Rehabilitation; Structured Day Care
Support: Advice on benefits etc.; housing and homelessness; carers; mental
health; general healthcare from GPs; other useful information
For more information or to obtain a copy please contact Roger Bysouth,
Community Action Officer
0161 219 6930 mailto:r.bysouth@manchester.gov.uk
4.4 Capacity Building Surgeries
These are aimed at voluntary and community groups working with children and
young people. There is a range of support available including advice on
fundraising, action planning training and organisational development. The
consultant is also happy to discuss any other issues where s/he may be able
to help. And it's all free!
South Manchester Regeneration Team are pleased to offer capacity building
support surgeries if your organisation is based in one of the following
wards or provides services to residents in these areas: Ardwick, Longsight,
Moss Side, Hulme, Rusholme, Burnage, Old Moat, Withington, Fallowfield,
Levenshulme, Chorlton Park, Chorlton, WhalleyRange, Didsbury East, Didsbury
West
These half day surgeries will be an opportunity for any voluntary
organisation that works with Children or Young People in Central and South
Manchester to look at any aspect of their organisations work and receive
FREE
specialist advice and support.
For further information please contact David Rogerson on: 0161 277 1880.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 VCS Sector Skills Coordinator (Adult Social Care)
£27,492-£29,859 (+ 7% Pension) (Pay Award Pending) 12-Month Contract
Voluntary Sector North West, the regional VCS infrastructure body, has been
successful in securing a contract with Skills for Care for the delivery of a
regional strategic engagement project with VCS employers and organisations
active in the field of adult social care.
The project is focussed on research and development activities in support of
VCS engagement in Skills for Care programmes and structures. Further details
including a Person Specification, Job Description & Application Form are
available at our website at: www.vsnw.org.uk
For an informal discussion on the post please contact Jonathan Gilbert,
Regional VCS Workforce & Skills Coordinator on 07932 757 474 (office hours)
Closing Date: Friday 28th September 12 Noon Interview Date: Friday 5th
October
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 I don't know about Community Networks, but I know what I like!
Expressions of interest are invited from Contemporary Visual Artists based
in the North West, interested in making work that examines how communities
contribute to local decision making processes.
The work will be inspired by the artists' individual responses to the
networks and one or more themes of the network pools
Fees £1,800 per artist + materials. Work between Nov 07 - April 08
To receive further info + details of how to apply contact Sue Robinson:
mailto:sue@can.uk.com
For queries about the project contact curator Alison Kershaw
mailto:alison.sl-arts@good.co.uk 07767356302
Deadline for submissions: Monday 15th October.
Project led by Artsnet, supported by CN4M and funded by Arts Council England
North West and Safer Stronger Communities Fund (via cn4m)
5.4 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
5.5 Roby - BME Development / Group Worker (male)
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.
The post was initially funded for one year through the POPP Programme
(Manchester's Partnership for Older People Projects). 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 Friday 5th October 2007 5.00 pm Interview date: Monday 15th
October 2007
All enquiries for an application pack to: The Roby, Roby Church, Dickenson
Road, Longsight, Manchester, M13 ONG Telephone: 0161-257-2653 E
mail request to 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.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
EMAIL BULLETIN – 21st 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 Conference on Social Change
16th October 2007 from 9.30am - 1pm at the Geoffrey Manton Building,
Manchester Metropolitan University, Oxford Road.
CN4M, Manchester Metropolitan University and the Manchester City Council are
hosting a conference looking at Social change: the role of Social Capital
and Community Cohesion. Are these just empty concepts or can they be used in
a meaningful way in Manchester?
A wide range of speakers will be taking to the stage to spark debate,
including grass roots community groups. Key note speakers are Robert
Putnam, who was once described as one of the most influential thinkers today
and is currently a visiting professor at the University of Manchester, and
Ed Cox, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the Local Government
Information Unit and Commissioner on the Commission for Cohesion and
Intergration.
If you want to learn more about these concepts, find about the latest on
national policy and local action - its not to be missed.
For a place at the conference please fill in the booking form available on
the CN4M website
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=276&Itemid=35
For more information contact Sophie Fosker -
mailto:sophiefosker@googlemail.com, 07816872332
1.2 Women's Network Link Organisation Tender
The Community Network for Manchester is looking for an enthusiastic,
inspiring and well organised group to become the new link organisation for
the Women's Network.
To view the tender specifications and how to apply please visit the CN4M
website:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=category§ionid=9&i
d=60&Itemid=50
Closing date: 1st October 2007
2.0 Training
2.1 Free training session for staff /volunteers on 'Offender Learning'
Do you work in adult education or support work? Want to find out more about
the issues facing service users who are offenders? This professional
development training session is run by local charity NEARIS which
specialises in education for offenders and other disadvantaged adults.
The course will cover: introduction to the criminal justice system; managing
risk; models of change and motivation; and an overview of services available
in Greater Manchester.
The half day session is repeated on 4 dates across Sept-Nov: 25 Sept
(9.30-12.30), 3 Oct (1.30-4.30), 25 Oct (1.30-4.30), 27 Nov (9.30-12.30).
The course is free but places must be booked - contact Lee Fogarty at NEARIS
on 0161 834 1661 for more details.
2.2 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
2.3 Drugs & Alcohol Awareness Workshops
November 2007 to March 2008
Manchester's Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team and Lifeline Project Ltd. are
offering basic drug and alcohol awareness workshops between November 2007
and March 2008. The workshops are targeted at smaller voluntary and
community organisations that have contact with the public.
Participants will be able to take away a useful range of handouts and other
resources. If your group would like to find out more about a particular
aspect, not covered here, the workshops can be tailored to your needs.
Workshops will be constructed always around the needs of the participants
and the work they do.
For further information contact Roger Bysouth on 0161 219 6930 or
mailto:r.bysouth@manchester.gov.uk
2.4 British Sign Language and Deaf Awareness Short Courses - October 2007 in
Manchester 15th October
Who should attend?
Everyone who comes into contact with the public or with deaf colleagues in
their job role.
People who are looking to continue their professional development and have
fun doing it.
The course costs £110 + vat and numbers are limited. For more details and
online booking click on http://www.hearfirst.org.uk/open_registration.html
or telephone 01706 872816.
Please note: in house courses are also available across the UK.
3.0 Events
3.1 Employers Breakfast Event
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:angela.mclaughlin@actionforblindpeople.org.uk
3.2 Contribute to Manchester's Climate Change Strategy
Manchester is developing a Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan looking
at what action the city can take to reduce our impact on the climate, and
adapt to climate change.
On Wednesday 26th September, 5.45pm - 8.30pm, Bridge 5 Mill, Ancoats
there'll be a focus group for community and voluntary groups looking at:
what are the priorities for the strategy?
what actions should be taken?
what role can community and voluntary groups play?
For more information contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or
mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
Jointly organised by the Environment Network for Manchester, Sustainable
Neighbourhoods Pool and the Green City Team at Manchester City Council.
3.3 The Future of Neighbourhood Management - Sustainability and Succession
Wednesday 17th October 2007 - Central London
Chaired by: Sue Charteris¸ Founding Director, Shared Intelligence
Benefits of Attending:
• Hear about the latest developments in neighbourhood management policy and
strategy
• Understand how local funding will affect neighbourhood management
• Learn more about LAAs and the future of neighbourhood management
Book online at www.capitaconferences.co.uk using booking ref code: TSDE. If
you have any questions please call Dave Eastman on 0207 808 5309.
3.4 Open Spaces: protection, preservation, participation
Saturday 20th October, 11am - 4pm, Manchester Grammar School
A free event for community and voluntary groups looking at Manchester's Open
Spaces.
Workshops on topics around protecting open spaces, good practice in managing
open spaces (including working with the local authority) ...and more...
A chance to give your views on open spaces to feed into planning policies
being developed this Autumn. Also networking and sharing skills & ideas!
For more information contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or
mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
3.5 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
4.0 Information
4.1 Have your say on the future of East Manchester
New East Manchester has worked hard over the past seven years to regenerate
East Manchester and have made progress in tackling crime; improving how
clean the streets are; making sure services meet your needs; raising the
standards of education; and getting people into work.
But, there is still a lot more to do. Over the next ten years they want to
develop plans that will continue to improve the areas of Beswick, Openshaw,
Clayton, Gorton, Newton Heath, Miles Platting and Ancoats.
For more information about having your say visit their website
www.eastmanchesterconsultation.com
4.2 Recruitment and Information Day
The Manchester Neighbourhood Care Groups Association is organising a
recruitment and information day to take place at the Britannia Hotel on
Palatine Road in Northenden on Wednesday 31st October.
This event aims to promote caring for older people in the Manchester area
and recruit volunteers in order to enable the Care Groups to help more older
people in the community.
They are holding a small exhibition with approximately ten stands for
organisations who wish to attend. They are asking those organisations who
are able to make a small donation of £50 towards the running costs of the
event.
If a representative from your organisation would like to hold a stand at
our event, please contact Sarah Parry
Volunteer Recruitment Worker on 07934 498 848 in order to make the necessary
preparations.
4.3 Coming Off, Staying Off
The Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team has just published 'Coming off, Staying
off.' This is a comprehensive directory of drugs services for adults in the
city of Manchester.
Coming Off: Getting into treatment; what if you're pregnant/ arrested/ in
prison/ using stimulants; blood-borne virus testing and vaccinations; needle
exchanges; detoxification
Staying Off: Rehabilitation; Structured Day Care
Support: Advice on benefits etc.; housing and homelessness; carers; mental
health; general healthcare from GPs; other useful information
For more information or to obtain a copy please contact Roger Bysouth,
Community Action Officer
0161 219 6930 mailto:r.bysouth@manchester.gov.uk
4.4 Capacity Building Surgeries
These are aimed at voluntary and community groups working with children and
young people. There is a range of support available including advice on
fundraising, action planning training and organisational development. The
consultant is also happy to discuss any other issues where s/he may be able
to help. And it's all free!
South Manchester Regeneration Team are pleased to offer capacity building
support surgeries if your organisation is based in one of the following
wards or provides services to residents in these areas: Ardwick, Longsight,
Moss Side, Hulme, Rusholme, Burnage, Old Moat, Withington, Fallowfield,
Levenshulme, Chorlton Park, Chorlton, WhalleyRange, Didsbury East, Didsbury
West
These half day surgeries will be an opportunity for any voluntary
organisation that works with Children or Young People in Central and South
Manchester to look at any aspect of their organisations work and receive
FREE
specialist advice and support.
For further information please contact David Rogerson on: 0161 277 1880.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 VCS Sector Skills Coordinator (Adult Social Care)
£27,492-£29,859 (+ 7% Pension) (Pay Award Pending) 12-Month Contract
Voluntary Sector North West, the regional VCS infrastructure body, has been
successful in securing a contract with Skills for Care for the delivery of a
regional strategic engagement project with VCS employers and organisations
active in the field of adult social care.
The project is focussed on research and development activities in support of
VCS engagement in Skills for Care programmes and structures. Further details
including a Person Specification, Job Description & Application Form are
available at our website at: www.vsnw.org.uk
For an informal discussion on the post please contact Jonathan Gilbert,
Regional VCS Workforce & Skills Coordinator on 07932 757 474 (office hours)
Closing Date: Friday 28th September 12 Noon Interview Date: Friday 5th
October
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 I don't know about Community Networks, but I know what I like!
Expressions of interest are invited from Contemporary Visual Artists based
in the North West, interested in making work that examines how communities
contribute to local decision making processes.
The work will be inspired by the artists' individual responses to the
networks and one or more themes of the network pools
Fees £1,800 per artist + materials. Work between Nov 07 - April 08
To receive further info + details of how to apply contact Sue Robinson:
mailto:sue@can.uk.com
For queries about the project contact curator Alison Kershaw
mailto:alison.sl-arts@good.co.uk 07767356302
Deadline for submissions: Monday 15th October.
Project led by Artsnet, supported by CN4M and funded by Arts Council England
North West and Safer Stronger Communities Fund (via cn4m)
5.4 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
5.5 Roby - BME Development / Group Worker (male)
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.
The post was initially funded for one year through the POPP Programme
(Manchester's Partnership for Older People Projects). 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 Friday 5th October 2007 5.00 pm Interview date: Monday 15th
October 2007
All enquiries for an application pack to: The Roby, Roby Church, Dickenson
Road, Longsight, Manchester, M13 ONG Telephone: 0161-257-2653 E
mail request to 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.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
Tuesday, 18 September 2007
COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER
EMAIL BULLETIN – 14th 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 Women's Network Link Organisation Tender
The Community Network for Manchester is looking for an enthusiastic,
inspiring and well organised group to become the new link organisation for
the Women's Network.
To view the tender specifications and how to apply please visit the CN4M
website:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=category§ionid=9&i
d=60&Itemid=50
Closing date: 1st October 2007
2.0 Training
2.1 Community Health Tutor Training (ChaTT)
CHaTT is a practical course to help you plan and run health groups or hold
health events - where you live, with the staff or parents of your school,
with the people you work with or mix with.
It is aimed at people who are interested in promoting health in their own
communities.
Is this you?
* interested in health
* committed to being active in promoting health within your community
* can identify groups in the community that you would like to be active with
* confident in speaking and reading English
This course is FREE to all applicants who live or work in Manchester
What will I learn?
The Core Module 3¼ hour sessions for 10 weeks
Content: - Factors influencing our health
- What is health promotion?
- How adults learn
- Group work skills
- Promoting healthy lifestyles
All applicants MUST complete the Core Module before taking the Optional
Modules
Applicants can choose one or more Optional Modules. These run throughout the
year.
* Stress Management and Relaxation (2 days) learn to identify the things
that stress people out and to teach relaxation
* Healthy Eating (2½ hours for 6 weeks) learn how to work practically with
groups, including running "cook and taste" groups, weight management groups
and on healthy eating.
* Working with People with Learning Disabilities learn how to adapt ChaTT
approaches and methods to work with people with learning disabilities
* Lifting the Lid on Cancer (1/2 day) learn how to raise the issues of
cancer prevention and screening with your groups
We are recruiting for the next Core Module of CHaTT It will run on Friday
mornings 9.30-12.45pm 5th October to 14th December 2007
Please contact us to find out more about the courses and for an application
form.
Tel: 0161 882 2303 Fax: 0161 882 2319 or email:
mailto:Sarah.Larkin@manchester.nhs.uk
or write to: CHaTT, Manchester Public Health Development Services, Mauldeth
House, Mauldeth Road West, Manchester, M21 7RL
If you want to know more about CHaTT generally contact Pia on Tel: 882 2311
or email: mailto:Pia.Feig@manchester.nhs.uk
3.0 Events
3.1 BME & ME Residents Annual Conference
The conference will take place on Wednesday 19th September 2007 at the
Britannia Hotel Portland Street
Manchester from 11.00am till 4.00pm.
Invited Guest Speakers:
Amber Leeson - Black Health Agency
Tina Birtwistle - Environment/Climate Change (Interactive Session)
Respect Agenda
Mark Hamilton - Crime and Disorder
Stephanie Jones - Community Safety Network
Free buffet lunch and travel expenses with valid receipt
If you would like to book a place at this event then please contact Bernard
Caine on 0161 238 4920, or 07788 963970 or mailto:mra.city@btconnect.com
Organised by Manchester Residents Association in Partnership with Central
Geographical Network & Community Safety Network
3.2 Conference on Social Change
16th October 2007, 9.30am - 1pm at the Geoffrey Manton Building, Manchester
Metropolitan University, Oxford Road.
CN4M, Manchester Metropolitan University and the Manchester City Council are
hosting a conference looking at Social change: the role of Social Capital
and Community Cohesion. Are these just empty concepts or can they be used in
a meaningful way in Manchester?
A wide range of speakers will be taking to stage to spark debate, including
grass roots community groups. Key note speakers are Robert Putnam, who was
once described as one of the most influential thinkers today and is
currently a visiting professor at the University of Manchester, and Ed Cox,
Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the Local Government Information
Unit and Commissioner on the Commission for Cohesion and Intergration.
If you want to learn more about these concepts, find about the latest on
national policy and local action - its not to be missed.
For a place at the conference please fill in the booking form available on
the CN4M website shortly www.cn4m.net
For more information contact Sophie Fosker -
mailto:sophiefosker@googlemail.com, 07816872332
3.3 Are you interested in Manchester's Open Spaces?
If so there are 2 events coming up that you should be aware of!
1. Open Spaces Assessment consultation workshop Thursday 11th October,
6-8pm, 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.
2. Open Spaces: protection, preservation, participation Saturday 20th
October, 11am-4pm, Manchester Grammar School
A free event for community and voluntary groups looking at Manchester's Open
Spaces.
Workshops on topics around protecting open spaces, good practice in managing
open spaces (including working with the local authority) ...and more... A
chance to give your views on open spaces to feed into planning
policies being developed this Autumn. Also networking and sharing skills &
ideas!
For more information on either contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or
via mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
4.0 Information
4.1 Show support for Irwell City Park
Salford, Manchester and Trafford have submitted a bid to the BIG Lottery
Fund to create Irwell City Park - a new and exciting urban park that will
transform 8km of riverside into an accessible, attractive and vibrant
waterfront for everyone to enjoy.
Irwell City Park will stretch from Salford Quays, through Manchester city
centre, to The Meadows in Salford. The new park will provide a safe,
continuous green route for pedestrians and cyclists. There will be exciting
new public spaces, better access to the riverside, improved lighting and
signage, five stunning new bridges and lots of new events and activities.
The bid is one of 23 UK projects competing for funding from the BIG Lottery
Fund's Living Landmarks programme. In November 2007 the BIG Lottery will
announce which projects will receive £25m.
Demonstrating the support of local people is vital, so please click on the
link below and fill out the online form
http://www.salford.gov.uk/living/regeneration/irwellcitypark/messagesofsuppo
rt.htm
4.2 Can you help shape the future of Manchester?
The Manchester Partnership is responsible for ensuring that Manchester
achieves its vision as set out in the Community Strategy. The
(non-executive) Board of the Partnership is recruiting new members now.
If you are interested please click the link below for more information or
call Kath Smythe on 0161 234 4060 for an informal chat.
http://www.manchesterpartnership.com/page/2,1,23/
4.3 Contribute to Manchester's Climate Change Strategy*
Manchester is developing a Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan looking
at what action the city can take to reduce our impact on the climate, and
adapt to climate change.
On Wednesday 26th September, 5.45-8.30pm, Bridge 5 Mill, Ancoats there'll be
a focus group for community and voluntary groups looking at:
- what are the priorities for the strategy
- what actions should be taken
- what role can community and voluntary groups play?
For more information contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or email
mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
Jointly organised by the Environment Network for Manchester, Sustainable
Neighbourhoods Pool and the Green City Team at Manchester City Council.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 I don't know about Community Networks, but I know what I like!
Expressions of interest are invited from Contemporary Visual Artists based
in the North West, interested in making work that examines how communities
contribute to local decision making processes.
"CN4M is the key network of networks for individuals and community
organisations to feedback their ideas to the city council" see www.cn4m.net
The work will be inspired by the artists' individual responses to the
networks and one or more themes of the network pools
Fees £1,800 per artist + materials. Work between Nov 07 - April 08
To receive further info + details of how to apply contact
Sue Robinson: mailto:sue@can.uk.com
For queries about the project
contact curator Alison Kershaw mailto:alison.sl-arts@good.co.uk 07767356302
Deadline for submissions: Monday 15th October.
Project led by Artsnet, supported by CN4M and funded by Arts Council England
North West and Safer Stronger Communities Fund (via cn4m)
5.2 Finance & Administration Assistant
Salary: £13,014 to £15,096 (NJC points scale 10-15)
Location: Manchester City Centre
Tung Sing are seeking to appoint a Finance & Administration Assistant to
assist the Finance Team in delivering high quality financial management to
over 650 properties and the teams that support them. Main responsibilities
will include purchase ledger duties, servicing our training room and a
variety of general administration duties.
For more information visit the CN4M website:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=273&Itemid=50
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
EMAIL BULLETIN – 14th 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 Women's Network Link Organisation Tender
The Community Network for Manchester is looking for an enthusiastic,
inspiring and well organised group to become the new link organisation for
the Women's Network.
To view the tender specifications and how to apply please visit the CN4M
website:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=category§ionid=9&i
d=60&Itemid=50
Closing date: 1st October 2007
2.0 Training
2.1 Community Health Tutor Training (ChaTT)
CHaTT is a practical course to help you plan and run health groups or hold
health events - where you live, with the staff or parents of your school,
with the people you work with or mix with.
It is aimed at people who are interested in promoting health in their own
communities.
Is this you?
* interested in health
* committed to being active in promoting health within your community
* can identify groups in the community that you would like to be active with
* confident in speaking and reading English
This course is FREE to all applicants who live or work in Manchester
What will I learn?
The Core Module 3¼ hour sessions for 10 weeks
Content: - Factors influencing our health
- What is health promotion?
- How adults learn
- Group work skills
- Promoting healthy lifestyles
All applicants MUST complete the Core Module before taking the Optional
Modules
Applicants can choose one or more Optional Modules. These run throughout the
year.
* Stress Management and Relaxation (2 days) learn to identify the things
that stress people out and to teach relaxation
* Healthy Eating (2½ hours for 6 weeks) learn how to work practically with
groups, including running "cook and taste" groups, weight management groups
and on healthy eating.
* Working with People with Learning Disabilities learn how to adapt ChaTT
approaches and methods to work with people with learning disabilities
* Lifting the Lid on Cancer (1/2 day) learn how to raise the issues of
cancer prevention and screening with your groups
We are recruiting for the next Core Module of CHaTT It will run on Friday
mornings 9.30-12.45pm 5th October to 14th December 2007
Please contact us to find out more about the courses and for an application
form.
Tel: 0161 882 2303 Fax: 0161 882 2319 or email:
mailto:Sarah.Larkin@manchester.nhs.uk
or write to: CHaTT, Manchester Public Health Development Services, Mauldeth
House, Mauldeth Road West, Manchester, M21 7RL
If you want to know more about CHaTT generally contact Pia on Tel: 882 2311
or email: mailto:Pia.Feig@manchester.nhs.uk
3.0 Events
3.1 BME & ME Residents Annual Conference
The conference will take place on Wednesday 19th September 2007 at the
Britannia Hotel Portland Street
Manchester from 11.00am till 4.00pm.
Invited Guest Speakers:
Amber Leeson - Black Health Agency
Tina Birtwistle - Environment/Climate Change (Interactive Session)
Respect Agenda
Mark Hamilton - Crime and Disorder
Stephanie Jones - Community Safety Network
Free buffet lunch and travel expenses with valid receipt
If you would like to book a place at this event then please contact Bernard
Caine on 0161 238 4920, or 07788 963970 or mailto:mra.city@btconnect.com
Organised by Manchester Residents Association in Partnership with Central
Geographical Network & Community Safety Network
3.2 Conference on Social Change
16th October 2007, 9.30am - 1pm at the Geoffrey Manton Building, Manchester
Metropolitan University, Oxford Road.
CN4M, Manchester Metropolitan University and the Manchester City Council are
hosting a conference looking at Social change: the role of Social Capital
and Community Cohesion. Are these just empty concepts or can they be used in
a meaningful way in Manchester?
A wide range of speakers will be taking to stage to spark debate, including
grass roots community groups. Key note speakers are Robert Putnam, who was
once described as one of the most influential thinkers today and is
currently a visiting professor at the University of Manchester, and Ed Cox,
Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the Local Government Information
Unit and Commissioner on the Commission for Cohesion and Intergration.
If you want to learn more about these concepts, find about the latest on
national policy and local action - its not to be missed.
For a place at the conference please fill in the booking form available on
the CN4M website shortly www.cn4m.net
For more information contact Sophie Fosker -
mailto:sophiefosker@googlemail.com, 07816872332
3.3 Are you interested in Manchester's Open Spaces?
If so there are 2 events coming up that you should be aware of!
1. Open Spaces Assessment consultation workshop Thursday 11th October,
6-8pm, 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.
2. Open Spaces: protection, preservation, participation Saturday 20th
October, 11am-4pm, Manchester Grammar School
A free event for community and voluntary groups looking at Manchester's Open
Spaces.
Workshops on topics around protecting open spaces, good practice in managing
open spaces (including working with the local authority) ...and more... A
chance to give your views on open spaces to feed into planning
policies being developed this Autumn. Also networking and sharing skills &
ideas!
For more information on either contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or
via mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
4.0 Information
4.1 Show support for Irwell City Park
Salford, Manchester and Trafford have submitted a bid to the BIG Lottery
Fund to create Irwell City Park - a new and exciting urban park that will
transform 8km of riverside into an accessible, attractive and vibrant
waterfront for everyone to enjoy.
Irwell City Park will stretch from Salford Quays, through Manchester city
centre, to The Meadows in Salford. The new park will provide a safe,
continuous green route for pedestrians and cyclists. There will be exciting
new public spaces, better access to the riverside, improved lighting and
signage, five stunning new bridges and lots of new events and activities.
The bid is one of 23 UK projects competing for funding from the BIG Lottery
Fund's Living Landmarks programme. In November 2007 the BIG Lottery will
announce which projects will receive £25m.
Demonstrating the support of local people is vital, so please click on the
link below and fill out the online form
http://www.salford.gov.uk/living/regeneration/irwellcitypark/messagesofsuppo
rt.htm
4.2 Can you help shape the future of Manchester?
The Manchester Partnership is responsible for ensuring that Manchester
achieves its vision as set out in the Community Strategy. The
(non-executive) Board of the Partnership is recruiting new members now.
If you are interested please click the link below for more information or
call Kath Smythe on 0161 234 4060 for an informal chat.
http://www.manchesterpartnership.com/page/2,1,23/
4.3 Contribute to Manchester's Climate Change Strategy*
Manchester is developing a Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan looking
at what action the city can take to reduce our impact on the climate, and
adapt to climate change.
On Wednesday 26th September, 5.45-8.30pm, Bridge 5 Mill, Ancoats there'll be
a focus group for community and voluntary groups looking at:
- what are the priorities for the strategy
- what actions should be taken
- what role can community and voluntary groups play?
For more information contact Julie or Tricia on 0161 273 1736 or email
mailto:sustainable@merci.org.uk
Jointly organised by the Environment Network for Manchester, Sustainable
Neighbourhoods Pool and the Green City Team at Manchester City Council.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 I don't know about Community Networks, but I know what I like!
Expressions of interest are invited from Contemporary Visual Artists based
in the North West, interested in making work that examines how communities
contribute to local decision making processes.
"CN4M is the key network of networks for individuals and community
organisations to feedback their ideas to the city council" see www.cn4m.net
The work will be inspired by the artists' individual responses to the
networks and one or more themes of the network pools
Fees £1,800 per artist + materials. Work between Nov 07 - April 08
To receive further info + details of how to apply contact
Sue Robinson: mailto:sue@can.uk.com
For queries about the project
contact curator Alison Kershaw mailto:alison.sl-arts@good.co.uk 07767356302
Deadline for submissions: Monday 15th October.
Project led by Artsnet, supported by CN4M and funded by Arts Council England
North West and Safer Stronger Communities Fund (via cn4m)
5.2 Finance & Administration Assistant
Salary: £13,014 to £15,096 (NJC points scale 10-15)
Location: Manchester City Centre
Tung Sing are seeking to appoint a Finance & Administration Assistant to
assist the Finance Team in delivering high quality financial management to
over 650 properties and the teams that support them. Main responsibilities
will include purchase ledger duties, servicing our training room and a
variety of general administration duties.
For more information visit the CN4M website:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=273&Itemid=50
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
Monday, 3 September 2007
COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER
EMAIL BULLETIN – 31st August 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 CN4M Strategy Group Meeting
The next Strategy Group meeting will be taking place on Tuesday 18th
September at the Greenfish Resource Centre from 6pm - 8pm (refreshments
available from 5:30pm).
Agenda and papers for this meting will be distributed shortly.
For more information about the meeting please contact CN4M on 0161 234 2916
2.0 Training
2.1 Training Events in Manchester Autumn/Winter 2007
These courses are designed for professionals wishing to develop effective
skills when working with clients & service users, particularly to establish
rapport and help people to change unwanted habits and behaviour.
All courses take place at Manchester Carers Centre
Advanced Rapport Skills - 8th October 2007
The training will impart successful techniques to build rapport easily and
genuinely.
Changing Habits and Behaviour - 22nd October 2007
The training will impact successful techniques to overcome negative
behaviour or habits
Working Effectively with Clients and Service Users - 29th October 2007
The training will explore understanding how your clients see the world.
For more information contact Bob Towers Training & Consultancy, Kuumba Imani
Millennium Centre, 4 Princes Road, Liverpool, l8 1TH, 0784 1515 070
Or book on line at www.towersconsulting.co.uk
2.2 Professional Development for Assessors Course
There are still places left on the Professional Development for Assessors
Course (Level 3, accredited by ASET) starting on Monday 3rd September.
The full course dates are: 3rd September, 10th September, 17th September,
25th September and 2nd October, you would need to be able to attend all five
days to get full benefit. The cost is £150 as the programme is subsidised by
LSC ESF.
If you would like to attend, please mailto:karen.rigg@gmcvo.org.uk to book a
place then download the application form from www.gmcvo.org.uk
3.0 Events
3.1 BME & ME Residents Annual Conference
The conference will take place on Wednesday 19th September 2007 at the
Britannia Hotel Portland Street
Manchester from 11.00am till 4.00pm.
Invited Guest Speakers:
Amber Leeson - Black Health Agency
Tina Birtwistle - Environment/Climate Change (Interactive Session)
Respect Agenda
Mark Hamilton - Crime and Disorder
Stephanie Jones - Community Safety Network
Free buffet lunch and travel expenses with valid receipt
If you would like to book a place at this event then please contact Bernard
Caine on 0161 238 4920, or 07788 963970 or mailto:mra.city@btconnect.com
Organised by Manchester Residents Association in Partnership with Central
Geographical Network & Community Safety Network
3.2 Stroke Information Seminar
Manchester Health Watchdog is holding the above information seminar and
would like to invite you to attend if you are interested in finding out more
about:
Stroke services in Manchester
How to recognise the symptoms of someone having a stroke
How you can shape Stroke services locally in Manchester
How you can share with the Forum your experiences, comments and views
There will be a presentation from Melissa Brechin, Stroke Specialist Nurse
Practitioner from Central Manchester Stroke Services with a question and
answer session.
The seminar is on Thursday 13th September from 10.00am - 12.00pm at Gaddum
House, 6 Great Jackson Street, Manchester, M15 4AX.
Car parking is available in NCP car parks or meter parking. Refreshments
will be available.
If you are interested in coming along, please contact the Forum Support
Office on 0161 214 3909 or mailto:val@blackhealthagency.org.uk
3.3 One World, One Cheetham, One Festival
This event is taking place on Friday 7th Sept - Sunday 9th Sept.
Cheetham in North Manchester has a centuries old tradition of welcoming
communities into its midst. As part of the nationwide Heritage Open Days
event, the Cheetham festival, now in its fourth year, has thrown open its
doors to offer a wonderful weekend of cultural celebration.
For more information on the event visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk or call
0161 205 1734
3.4 Greater Manchester Neurological Alliance - Neuro Support 4 Salford
The next meeting will take place on Friday 21st September from 11am - 2pm at
the Neurocare Centre, Eccles New Road Salford.
The meeting is for you if you have a neurological condition or injury or
care for someone who has. For more information call 0161 707 2129 or
mailto:gmneuro@tiscali.co.uk
3.5 Get Bent Manchester 2007
Get Bent 2007 is a 10 day festival celebrating queer culture, community and
diversity in Central Manchester!
For more information about the event visit the website
www.get-bent-manchester.com
4.0 Information
4.1 Show support for Irwell City Park
Salford, Manchester and Trafford have submitted a bid to the BIG Lottery
Fund to create Irwell City Park - a new and exciting urban park that will
transform 8km of riverside into an accessible, attractive and vibrant
waterfront for everyone to enjoy.
Irwell City Park will stretch from Salford Quays, through Manchester city
centre, to The Meadows in Salford. The new park will provide a safe,
continuous green route for pedestrians and cyclists. There will be exciting
new public spaces, better access to the riverside, improved lighting and
signage, five stunning new bridges and lots of new events and activities.
The bid is one of 23 UK projects competing for funding from the BIG Lottery
Fund's Living Landmarks programme. In November 2007 the BIG Lottery will
announce which projects will receive £25m.
Demonstrating the support of local people is vital, so please click on the
link below and fill out the online form
http://www.salford.gov.uk/living/regeneration/irwellcitypark/messagesofsuppo
rt.htm
4.2 Office space available
Office space for up to 5 people, sharing with two other voluntary
organisations in a charming Victorian building in the Northern Quarter.
£200/person/month. 4th floor accommodation, including broadband internet,
tea/coffee making, lift, office cleaning, secure alarm, and original period
features. Self-contained office available for up to 5.
Please call David or Lee at NEARIS on 0161 834 1661.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Administration Worker - Northern Education and Resettlement
Information Services
Salary: £15k - £16k, 35 hours/week
Location: Manchester city centre
Local charity NEARIS runs adult education centres for people who have faced
a range of problems in their lives. We are seeking an experienced and
enthusiastic administration worker to help run our Manchester centre. This
is a varied and interesting role, working as part of a small friendly team.
As first point of contact at the centre you will need to interact in a
confident and friendly way with students and visitors.
Closing date Friday 14th September.
For a job pack visit www.nearis.com or phone 0161 834 1661.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
EMAIL BULLETIN – 31st August 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 CN4M Strategy Group Meeting
The next Strategy Group meeting will be taking place on Tuesday 18th
September at the Greenfish Resource Centre from 6pm - 8pm (refreshments
available from 5:30pm).
Agenda and papers for this meting will be distributed shortly.
For more information about the meeting please contact CN4M on 0161 234 2916
2.0 Training
2.1 Training Events in Manchester Autumn/Winter 2007
These courses are designed for professionals wishing to develop effective
skills when working with clients & service users, particularly to establish
rapport and help people to change unwanted habits and behaviour.
All courses take place at Manchester Carers Centre
Advanced Rapport Skills - 8th October 2007
The training will impart successful techniques to build rapport easily and
genuinely.
Changing Habits and Behaviour - 22nd October 2007
The training will impact successful techniques to overcome negative
behaviour or habits
Working Effectively with Clients and Service Users - 29th October 2007
The training will explore understanding how your clients see the world.
For more information contact Bob Towers Training & Consultancy, Kuumba Imani
Millennium Centre, 4 Princes Road, Liverpool, l8 1TH, 0784 1515 070
Or book on line at www.towersconsulting.co.uk
2.2 Professional Development for Assessors Course
There are still places left on the Professional Development for Assessors
Course (Level 3, accredited by ASET) starting on Monday 3rd September.
The full course dates are: 3rd September, 10th September, 17th September,
25th September and 2nd October, you would need to be able to attend all five
days to get full benefit. The cost is £150 as the programme is subsidised by
LSC ESF.
If you would like to attend, please mailto:karen.rigg@gmcvo.org.uk to book a
place then download the application form from www.gmcvo.org.uk
3.0 Events
3.1 BME & ME Residents Annual Conference
The conference will take place on Wednesday 19th September 2007 at the
Britannia Hotel Portland Street
Manchester from 11.00am till 4.00pm.
Invited Guest Speakers:
Amber Leeson - Black Health Agency
Tina Birtwistle - Environment/Climate Change (Interactive Session)
Respect Agenda
Mark Hamilton - Crime and Disorder
Stephanie Jones - Community Safety Network
Free buffet lunch and travel expenses with valid receipt
If you would like to book a place at this event then please contact Bernard
Caine on 0161 238 4920, or 07788 963970 or mailto:mra.city@btconnect.com
Organised by Manchester Residents Association in Partnership with Central
Geographical Network & Community Safety Network
3.2 Stroke Information Seminar
Manchester Health Watchdog is holding the above information seminar and
would like to invite you to attend if you are interested in finding out more
about:
Stroke services in Manchester
How to recognise the symptoms of someone having a stroke
How you can shape Stroke services locally in Manchester
How you can share with the Forum your experiences, comments and views
There will be a presentation from Melissa Brechin, Stroke Specialist Nurse
Practitioner from Central Manchester Stroke Services with a question and
answer session.
The seminar is on Thursday 13th September from 10.00am - 12.00pm at Gaddum
House, 6 Great Jackson Street, Manchester, M15 4AX.
Car parking is available in NCP car parks or meter parking. Refreshments
will be available.
If you are interested in coming along, please contact the Forum Support
Office on 0161 214 3909 or mailto:val@blackhealthagency.org.uk
3.3 One World, One Cheetham, One Festival
This event is taking place on Friday 7th Sept - Sunday 9th Sept.
Cheetham in North Manchester has a centuries old tradition of welcoming
communities into its midst. As part of the nationwide Heritage Open Days
event, the Cheetham festival, now in its fourth year, has thrown open its
doors to offer a wonderful weekend of cultural celebration.
For more information on the event visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk or call
0161 205 1734
3.4 Greater Manchester Neurological Alliance - Neuro Support 4 Salford
The next meeting will take place on Friday 21st September from 11am - 2pm at
the Neurocare Centre, Eccles New Road Salford.
The meeting is for you if you have a neurological condition or injury or
care for someone who has. For more information call 0161 707 2129 or
mailto:gmneuro@tiscali.co.uk
3.5 Get Bent Manchester 2007
Get Bent 2007 is a 10 day festival celebrating queer culture, community and
diversity in Central Manchester!
For more information about the event visit the website
www.get-bent-manchester.com
4.0 Information
4.1 Show support for Irwell City Park
Salford, Manchester and Trafford have submitted a bid to the BIG Lottery
Fund to create Irwell City Park - a new and exciting urban park that will
transform 8km of riverside into an accessible, attractive and vibrant
waterfront for everyone to enjoy.
Irwell City Park will stretch from Salford Quays, through Manchester city
centre, to The Meadows in Salford. The new park will provide a safe,
continuous green route for pedestrians and cyclists. There will be exciting
new public spaces, better access to the riverside, improved lighting and
signage, five stunning new bridges and lots of new events and activities.
The bid is one of 23 UK projects competing for funding from the BIG Lottery
Fund's Living Landmarks programme. In November 2007 the BIG Lottery will
announce which projects will receive £25m.
Demonstrating the support of local people is vital, so please click on the
link below and fill out the online form
http://www.salford.gov.uk/living/regeneration/irwellcitypark/messagesofsuppo
rt.htm
4.2 Office space available
Office space for up to 5 people, sharing with two other voluntary
organisations in a charming Victorian building in the Northern Quarter.
£200/person/month. 4th floor accommodation, including broadband internet,
tea/coffee making, lift, office cleaning, secure alarm, and original period
features. Self-contained office available for up to 5.
Please call David or Lee at NEARIS on 0161 834 1661.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Administration Worker - Northern Education and Resettlement
Information Services
Salary: £15k - £16k, 35 hours/week
Location: Manchester city centre
Local charity NEARIS runs adult education centres for people who have faced
a range of problems in their lives. We are seeking an experienced and
enthusiastic administration worker to help run our Manchester centre. This
is a varied and interesting role, working as part of a small friendly team.
As first point of contact at the centre you will need to interact in a
confident and friendly way with students and visitors.
Closing date Friday 14th September.
For a job pack visit www.nearis.com or phone 0161 834 1661.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
Tuesday, 28 August 2007
COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR MANCHESTER
EMAIL BULLETIN - 24th August 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 CN4M Grants PANEL MEMBERS NEEDED
CN4M are looking for panel members who maybe interested in joining a pool of
people working with Community Network 4 Manchester's new grants program CN4M
Grants.
We are particularly keen to get representation from the different
communities of interest as well as from different geographical areas within
the City of Manchester reflecting the diversity within the area.
You will have the satisfaction of helping distribute significant amounts of
European money to support worthwhile community and voluntary activity across
the City.
It will give you a fascinating insight into the diversity and range of
voluntary and community activity going on in the City, and an opportunity to
learn or develop skills in assessing projects and working as a team to make
the best decisions.
Panel meetings are held centrally, in an accessible building and
refreshments will be provided. Out of pocket expenses will be paid for
travel, childcare etc.
If you have completed an application and would like to speed up the marking
process please contact CN4M to become a panel member.
If you are interested, please contact Sajida Sabir at the CN4M Grants Office
on 0161 234 2905 or mailto:sajida@cn4m.net
2.0 Training
2.1 Learning in Partnership: training sessions in service user involvement
in
. Do you face challenges in engaging your service users?
. Do you want to learn more about genuine involvement?
GMCVO is organising two subsidised training sessions in service user
involvement to take place this autumn
Training Session 1: Effective Service User Involvement
September 17th 9.30am - 3.30pm atThe Mechanics Institute
Audience: Voluntary sector staff and managers with responsibility for
service user involvement.
Aim: This session will help you develop effective service user involvement
in your organisation. A range of participatory group activities will share
learning on the benefits of service user involvement and tackle issues such
as supporting service users through training, payment and creating the
appropriate environment.
Cost: £15
Training Session 2: Facilitating Service User Involvement
September 27th, 9.30am - 4.30pm at Luther King House
Audience: Voluntary sector staff and managers who want to develop their
skills & confidence in facilitating groups and overcome barriers to
involving service users
Aim: This session will allow you to explore and develop ways of overcoming
barriers to involvement within your organisation. It will also boost your
capacity to facilitate meetings and discussions effectively, and provide you
with some practical tools to develop your facilitation skills.
Cost: £30
For booking details please visit www.gmcvo.org.uk/?q=node/388
3.0 Events
3.1 Pedal, Cycle and Road Security Event
Free cycle security products and advice for Manchester residents, workers
and students. There is a pedal cycle and road security event being held in
Albert Square on August 31st prior to the monthly ride.
Police and biking agencies will be fitting free electronic security tags
(you may know them as datatags), giving away locks, offering on-line
registration, property marking kits and general advice. Please come along
with your bike 10:00am to 5:30pm
There are similar events being held throughout the City so keep your eyes on
the local press, the following events have so far been confirmed:
25th August 07, Saturday Crime and Disorder info Stall, Gorton Market 9:30
to 12:00 and Gorton North Family Fun Day, King George V Park 2:00pm to
5:00pm
31st August 07, Friday Manchester Fire and GMP Road Safety Vehicle Crime
event, Albert Square 9:30am to 5:30pm
6th September 07, Thursday Crime Caravan, St Peters Square 10:00am to 4:30pm
8th September 07, Saturday MANCAT Foyer Harpurhey 1:00pm to 4:00pm
3.2 Climate Change Conference
"Climate Change: meeting the challenge locally and preparing for the
expected as well as unanticipated" which will be hosted by The House
Magazine on Thursday 25th October 2007 in Westminster.
Delegates at this full-day Westminster Briefing conference will consider the
role local authorities can play in their capacity as services providers,
estate managers and community leaders; participants will examine practical
steps which can be taken across departments and in partnership, to reduce
carbon emissions and put in place sustainable plans to tackle climate
change. Delegates will engage with the panel in a number of sessions looking
at the key issues including:
- The legislative agenda and latest government thinking
- Working in partnership: local authorities, business, the community &
voluntary sector
- Sustainable housing and planning policy
- Transport plans and planning: changing behaviour & offering alternatives
- Waste and recycling Strategies
- Sustainable procurement
For more information please contact Nick Rotsides 020 7096 2916
mailto:nick.rotsides@westminster-briefing.com
3.3 In Touch - Networking Event
Imperial War Museum North has partnered up with Manchester Museum to deliver
a joint innovative Volunteer programme called 'In Touch' specifically
designed to help local people gain work experience, confidence and skills.
The Manchester Museum will be hosting a 'Networking Day' on Tuesday 4th
September 2007 from 1pm until 4pm to introduce the 'In Touch' programme to a
diverse group of organisations in the local community.
This event is a unique opportunity for service providers, agencies and
support workers to find out more about the partnership between The
Manchester Museum and Imperial War Museum North and the 'In Touch' Museum
Volunteer Training Programme.
Please note places are limited, if you would like to attend please contact
Kate Clancy on 0161 306 1773 or mailto:Kate.Clancy@manchester.ac.uk
If you would like any further information or would like to make a referral
on to the 'In Touch' programme please do not hesitate to call Kate on 0161
306 1773 or visit their website http://north.iwm.org.uk
3.4 North Manchester Social Inclusion Network
Monday 10th September 2007 11.30am - 2 pm at One Central Park, Northampton
Road (Lunch will be provided).
Do you work with people with health problems or support residents? Do you
want to help these people become more socially included? Do you need to
make contacts, develop networks and find out about other agencies?
Come along and listen to informal presentations by Stepping Stones,
Manchester Adult Education Service (MAES) and Next Step providers of
Information, advice and Guidance followed by networking and lunch.
The first network will focus on training and employment support. Anyone
interested in finding out more can sign up to a one-day course later on in
the year.
Suggestions for future themes are welcome.
4.0 Information
4.1 Irwell City Park Planning Guidance Consultation
Irwell City Park is being led by a cross boundary collaboration involving
Manchester City Council, Salford City Council, Trafford Metropolitan Borough
Council and Central Salford Urban Regeneration Company, who have united to
transform one of the North West's most unique waterways.
Planning Guidance is being prepared to support the delivery of Irwell City
Park. The Planning Guidance relates to the intention to establish Irwell
City Park as an exciting and unique waterfront location within the Regional
Centre.
The draft Planning Guidance will be subject to public consultation from
Friday 17 August 2007 until 4.30pm on Thursday 27 September 2007 and can be
viewed via the websites of the three Councils:
Manchester - http://www.manchester.gov.uk/planning/development
Salford - http://www.salford.gov.uk/icp-planguidance
Trafford - http://www.trafford.gov.uk/planning
To order a copy, please send a cheque or postal order for £10 crossed and
marked 'Account Payee' and made payable to Manchester City Council, to
Planning Strategy Team, Room 7043, Town Hall Extension, Lloyd Street,
Manchester, M60 3NY.
If you wish to submit comments on the Consultation Draft Planning Guidance,
these should be directed to Manchester City Council who will co-ordinate
your comments on behalf of the three Councils. Comments can be submitted in
any of the following ways:
- Online via Manchester City Council's website at
www.manchester.gov.uk/planning
- Via email to mailto:planningstrategy@manchester.gov.uk
- By post to Irwell City Park Planning Guidance Consultation, Planning
Strategy, Chief Executive's Department, Manchester City Council, Level 7,
Town Hall Extension, Manchester, M60 3NY
All comments received within the consultation period will be taken into
consideration before the Guidance is finalised and adopted by the three
Councils.
4.2 Manchester Carers Centre Alcohol/Drugs & Dual Diagnosis Carers Support
Group
Tuesday 4th September 2007 from 12pm - 2pm Manchester Carers Centre, Beswick
House, Beswick Row, Manchester M4 4PR
This group has been set up to reach "hidden" Carers -those who ordinarily do
not class themselves as Carers.
They would identify themselves as Partners, Parents, Relatives or Friends of
people with alcohol/drug problems, or people with substance use and mental
health problems. As well as a chance to meet others in similar situations,
share experiences & information with each other, Carers Centre Staff will
facilitate the group in partnership with Manchester Drugs Service Family &
Carers Development Worker who will be available to help us provide a range
of support services.
Please contact Manchester Carersline 0161-835 4090 for more information
4.3 Give Us Your Views on Stroke Services in Manchester
Manchester Health Watchdog is working in partnership with Manchester
Alliance for Community Care, Manchester Primary Care Trust, Manchester Adult
Social Care and PPI Forums to produce a city-wide response to the Department
of Health "A New Ambition for Stroke" consultation.
Members have already started work to gather views and experiences of Stroke
services in Manchester and on the 4 aspects as identified in the
consultation document.
The aim is to gather experiences, comments and view from as wide and as
diversely as possible - this will allow the people of Manchester to have
their say on how they believe Stroke services should be delivered locally.
You can share with us your experiences of Stroke services by completing a
questionnaire or just give us your comments and views on one of the
sections - it is up to you. There is also an easy access version available
from the Forum Support Office below:
Interested? Then get in touch with Manchester Health Watchdog by calling
0161 214 3909 or 0161 214 3967
Writing to: MHW, FREEPOST NAT14073, 2nd Floor, Gaddum House, 6 Great Jackson
Street, Manchester, M15 4AX
mailto:val@blackhealthagency.org.uk or complete the full survey or your
section of interest on-line at:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=5ehS1icnOxz046hWfyvFZw_3d_3d
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Administration Worker - Northern Education and Resettlement
Information Services
Salary: £15k - £16k, 35 hours/week
Location: Manchester city centre
Local charity NEARIS runs adult education centres for people who have faced
a range of problems in their lives. We are seeking an experienced and
enthusiastic administration worker to help run our Manchester centre. This
is a varied and interesting role, working as part of a small friendly team.
As first point of contact at the centre you will need to interact in a
confident and friendly way with students and visitors.
Closing date Friday 14th September.
For a job pack visit www.nearis.com or phone 0161 834 1661.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
EMAIL BULLETIN - 24th August 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 CN4M Grants PANEL MEMBERS NEEDED
CN4M are looking for panel members who maybe interested in joining a pool of
people working with Community Network 4 Manchester's new grants program CN4M
Grants.
We are particularly keen to get representation from the different
communities of interest as well as from different geographical areas within
the City of Manchester reflecting the diversity within the area.
You will have the satisfaction of helping distribute significant amounts of
European money to support worthwhile community and voluntary activity across
the City.
It will give you a fascinating insight into the diversity and range of
voluntary and community activity going on in the City, and an opportunity to
learn or develop skills in assessing projects and working as a team to make
the best decisions.
Panel meetings are held centrally, in an accessible building and
refreshments will be provided. Out of pocket expenses will be paid for
travel, childcare etc.
If you have completed an application and would like to speed up the marking
process please contact CN4M to become a panel member.
If you are interested, please contact Sajida Sabir at the CN4M Grants Office
on 0161 234 2905 or mailto:sajida@cn4m.net
2.0 Training
2.1 Learning in Partnership: training sessions in service user involvement
in
. Do you face challenges in engaging your service users?
. Do you want to learn more about genuine involvement?
GMCVO is organising two subsidised training sessions in service user
involvement to take place this autumn
Training Session 1: Effective Service User Involvement
September 17th 9.30am - 3.30pm atThe Mechanics Institute
Audience: Voluntary sector staff and managers with responsibility for
service user involvement.
Aim: This session will help you develop effective service user involvement
in your organisation. A range of participatory group activities will share
learning on the benefits of service user involvement and tackle issues such
as supporting service users through training, payment and creating the
appropriate environment.
Cost: £15
Training Session 2: Facilitating Service User Involvement
September 27th, 9.30am - 4.30pm at Luther King House
Audience: Voluntary sector staff and managers who want to develop their
skills & confidence in facilitating groups and overcome barriers to
involving service users
Aim: This session will allow you to explore and develop ways of overcoming
barriers to involvement within your organisation. It will also boost your
capacity to facilitate meetings and discussions effectively, and provide you
with some practical tools to develop your facilitation skills.
Cost: £30
For booking details please visit www.gmcvo.org.uk/?q=node/388
3.0 Events
3.1 Pedal, Cycle and Road Security Event
Free cycle security products and advice for Manchester residents, workers
and students. There is a pedal cycle and road security event being held in
Albert Square on August 31st prior to the monthly ride.
Police and biking agencies will be fitting free electronic security tags
(you may know them as datatags), giving away locks, offering on-line
registration, property marking kits and general advice. Please come along
with your bike 10:00am to 5:30pm
There are similar events being held throughout the City so keep your eyes on
the local press, the following events have so far been confirmed:
25th August 07, Saturday Crime and Disorder info Stall, Gorton Market 9:30
to 12:00 and Gorton North Family Fun Day, King George V Park 2:00pm to
5:00pm
31st August 07, Friday Manchester Fire and GMP Road Safety Vehicle Crime
event, Albert Square 9:30am to 5:30pm
6th September 07, Thursday Crime Caravan, St Peters Square 10:00am to 4:30pm
8th September 07, Saturday MANCAT Foyer Harpurhey 1:00pm to 4:00pm
3.2 Climate Change Conference
"Climate Change: meeting the challenge locally and preparing for the
expected as well as unanticipated" which will be hosted by The House
Magazine on Thursday 25th October 2007 in Westminster.
Delegates at this full-day Westminster Briefing conference will consider the
role local authorities can play in their capacity as services providers,
estate managers and community leaders; participants will examine practical
steps which can be taken across departments and in partnership, to reduce
carbon emissions and put in place sustainable plans to tackle climate
change. Delegates will engage with the panel in a number of sessions looking
at the key issues including:
- The legislative agenda and latest government thinking
- Working in partnership: local authorities, business, the community &
voluntary sector
- Sustainable housing and planning policy
- Transport plans and planning: changing behaviour & offering alternatives
- Waste and recycling Strategies
- Sustainable procurement
For more information please contact Nick Rotsides 020 7096 2916
mailto:nick.rotsides@westminster-briefing.com
3.3 In Touch - Networking Event
Imperial War Museum North has partnered up with Manchester Museum to deliver
a joint innovative Volunteer programme called 'In Touch' specifically
designed to help local people gain work experience, confidence and skills.
The Manchester Museum will be hosting a 'Networking Day' on Tuesday 4th
September 2007 from 1pm until 4pm to introduce the 'In Touch' programme to a
diverse group of organisations in the local community.
This event is a unique opportunity for service providers, agencies and
support workers to find out more about the partnership between The
Manchester Museum and Imperial War Museum North and the 'In Touch' Museum
Volunteer Training Programme.
Please note places are limited, if you would like to attend please contact
Kate Clancy on 0161 306 1773 or mailto:Kate.Clancy@manchester.ac.uk
If you would like any further information or would like to make a referral
on to the 'In Touch' programme please do not hesitate to call Kate on 0161
306 1773 or visit their website http://north.iwm.org.uk
3.4 North Manchester Social Inclusion Network
Monday 10th September 2007 11.30am - 2 pm at One Central Park, Northampton
Road (Lunch will be provided).
Do you work with people with health problems or support residents? Do you
want to help these people become more socially included? Do you need to
make contacts, develop networks and find out about other agencies?
Come along and listen to informal presentations by Stepping Stones,
Manchester Adult Education Service (MAES) and Next Step providers of
Information, advice and Guidance followed by networking and lunch.
The first network will focus on training and employment support. Anyone
interested in finding out more can sign up to a one-day course later on in
the year.
Suggestions for future themes are welcome.
4.0 Information
4.1 Irwell City Park Planning Guidance Consultation
Irwell City Park is being led by a cross boundary collaboration involving
Manchester City Council, Salford City Council, Trafford Metropolitan Borough
Council and Central Salford Urban Regeneration Company, who have united to
transform one of the North West's most unique waterways.
Planning Guidance is being prepared to support the delivery of Irwell City
Park. The Planning Guidance relates to the intention to establish Irwell
City Park as an exciting and unique waterfront location within the Regional
Centre.
The draft Planning Guidance will be subject to public consultation from
Friday 17 August 2007 until 4.30pm on Thursday 27 September 2007 and can be
viewed via the websites of the three Councils:
Manchester - http://www.manchester.gov.uk/planning/development
Salford - http://www.salford.gov.uk/icp-planguidance
Trafford - http://www.trafford.gov.uk/planning
To order a copy, please send a cheque or postal order for £10 crossed and
marked 'Account Payee' and made payable to Manchester City Council, to
Planning Strategy Team, Room 7043, Town Hall Extension, Lloyd Street,
Manchester, M60 3NY.
If you wish to submit comments on the Consultation Draft Planning Guidance,
these should be directed to Manchester City Council who will co-ordinate
your comments on behalf of the three Councils. Comments can be submitted in
any of the following ways:
- Online via Manchester City Council's website at
www.manchester.gov.uk/planning
- Via email to mailto:planningstrategy@manchester.gov.uk
- By post to Irwell City Park Planning Guidance Consultation, Planning
Strategy, Chief Executive's Department, Manchester City Council, Level 7,
Town Hall Extension, Manchester, M60 3NY
All comments received within the consultation period will be taken into
consideration before the Guidance is finalised and adopted by the three
Councils.
4.2 Manchester Carers Centre Alcohol/Drugs & Dual Diagnosis Carers Support
Group
Tuesday 4th September 2007 from 12pm - 2pm Manchester Carers Centre, Beswick
House, Beswick Row, Manchester M4 4PR
This group has been set up to reach "hidden" Carers -those who ordinarily do
not class themselves as Carers.
They would identify themselves as Partners, Parents, Relatives or Friends of
people with alcohol/drug problems, or people with substance use and mental
health problems. As well as a chance to meet others in similar situations,
share experiences & information with each other, Carers Centre Staff will
facilitate the group in partnership with Manchester Drugs Service Family &
Carers Development Worker who will be available to help us provide a range
of support services.
Please contact Manchester Carersline 0161-835 4090 for more information
4.3 Give Us Your Views on Stroke Services in Manchester
Manchester Health Watchdog is working in partnership with Manchester
Alliance for Community Care, Manchester Primary Care Trust, Manchester Adult
Social Care and PPI Forums to produce a city-wide response to the Department
of Health "A New Ambition for Stroke" consultation.
Members have already started work to gather views and experiences of Stroke
services in Manchester and on the 4 aspects as identified in the
consultation document.
The aim is to gather experiences, comments and view from as wide and as
diversely as possible - this will allow the people of Manchester to have
their say on how they believe Stroke services should be delivered locally.
You can share with us your experiences of Stroke services by completing a
questionnaire or just give us your comments and views on one of the
sections - it is up to you. There is also an easy access version available
from the Forum Support Office below:
Interested? Then get in touch with Manchester Health Watchdog by calling
0161 214 3909 or 0161 214 3967
Writing to: MHW, FREEPOST NAT14073, 2nd Floor, Gaddum House, 6 Great Jackson
Street, Manchester, M15 4AX
mailto:val@blackhealthagency.org.uk or complete the full survey or your
section of interest on-line at:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=5ehS1icnOxz046hWfyvFZw_3d_3d
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Administration Worker - Northern Education and Resettlement
Information Services
Salary: £15k - £16k, 35 hours/week
Location: Manchester city centre
Local charity NEARIS runs adult education centres for people who have faced
a range of problems in their lives. We are seeking an experienced and
enthusiastic administration worker to help run our Manchester centre. This
is a varied and interesting role, working as part of a small friendly team.
As first point of contact at the centre you will need to interact in a
confident and friendly way with students and visitors.
Closing date Friday 14th September.
For a job pack visit www.nearis.com or phone 0161 834 1661.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email
bulletin, please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day
before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin,
please email mailto:catht@cn4m.net.
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