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Charity Digital: Information & Webinar

How charities can support beneficiaries with digital during Coronavirus

Charities are embracing technological solutions during this period of social distancing, letting people know they have their backs in a crisis. Learn more

 

How digital can help you manage the impact of Coronavirus

Join us for a webinar on 9th April hosted by members of the Charity Digital team as we chat through the digital tools, resources and strategies charities can put place to help manage the impact of COVID-19. Join for free

 

Coronavirus: Best practice for communication and outreach

We examine best practice for clear and calm communication in the midst of a pandemic. Learn more

 

Coronavirus: Charity guide to virtual onboarding

Over the coming weeks and months, some charities may need to hire new staff. How do you do this when your staff is working remotely? We examine successful onboarding practices from organisations with a history of remote working. Learn more

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Online Training Courses

Have you check out these 18 online DSC training courses ?

With all modules delivered at an introductory level, course themes include:

  • Management & leadership
  • Personal development
  • Finance & law
  • Marketing & communications

Not only that, but they are all only £5.99 each! Look online to find out more.

 

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CBeebies My World Kitchen

Popular CBeebies cooking series ‘My World Kitchen’ is BACK and on the lookout for fun, bubbly characters between the ages of 6-9 years old. The show involves a child cooking a recipe based on their heritage or where they live in the UK, and inviting their friends over to taste their final dish.

Please get in touch ASAP if you are interested in taking part – casting is closing on Friday 20th March.

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LBHF Health & Wellbeing Board, 18th March 2020

The Council’s next Health and Wellbeing Board meeting is due to take place on 18th March 2020, at 6pm.  A number of items on the agenda may be of particular interest to local third sector organisations, including:

CORONOVIRUS (COVID 19) UPDATE

The Council’s preparations and contingency planning in response to Covid 19.

COMMUNITY H&F CCG AND ICHT PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICES UPDATE

A report to update on both the current community physiotherapy provision in Hammersmith and Fulham and future opportunities for physiotherapy within Primary Care Networks (PCNs).

BUSINESS INFORMATION UPDATE

A report to outline the work of the Councils Business Intelligence Unit in utilising data and key metrics to evidence and inform the development and provision of targeted and resident focused services.

CCG COMMISSIONING INTENTIONS 2020-2021

An report providing details on the North West London Commissioning Intentions and the local Hammersmith and Fulham Commissioning Intentions.  The report also includes a snapshot of the H&F ICP programme.

NWL AMALGAMATION UPDATE

The CCG will provide an update regarding plans for the amalgamation of North West London CCGs.

The agenda and reports are available on the Council’s website: www.lbhf.gov.uk/committees

The meeting is open to the public.  If you would like to attend, please contact Bathsheba.mall@lbhf.gov.uk in advance, as access to the venue (Meeting Room 2 (2nd Floor), 3 Shortlands, Hammersmith, W6 8DA) is security controlled and it will be difficult to gain entry if you haven’t informed the Council in advance that you will be attending.

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Riverside’s Archive Creatives’ Collaboration

To all our arts based groups, please come along to the Riverside Studios on Wednesday 11th March for an information and networking event. For full information, click here.

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We: A Manifesto for Women Everywhere

Author talk
10 March – 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Kensington Central Library

We are very excited to announce this talk by Jennifer Nadel, who will discuss the book she co-wrote with Gillian Anderson (yes, that Gillian Anderson) – a friend and co-conspirator with whom she concocted an inspiring, empowering and provocative manifesto for change aimed at women everywhere.

We is a not a theoretical treatise but instead a rallying cry to create a life that has greater meaning and purpose.

Do something special for the International Women’s Day – come along, this promises to be a thrilling talk!

For more information and to book click here.

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Training Opportunities for Tri-Borough Practitioners

Child Sexual Exploitation: A Trauma Focussed Approach Training – Tri-Borough only

Date: 31 March 2020
Time: 10:00 – 16:30
Venue: TBC, Tri-Borough

The course will support you with the following:

  • Defining what Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) is
  • Exploring attitudes regarding CSE whilst challenging myths and stereotypes
  • Understanding risk and vulnerability factors
  • Recognising indicators and signs of risk or involvement in CSE
  • Providing an insight into grooming techniques and profiles of perpetrators
  • Understanding trauma responses from a neuroscience perspective
  • Exploring the impact of the work on self through vicarious trauma

Book here (there are only five places left)

Hidden Scars: Understanding the Impact and Trauma of Harmful Practices Training – Tri-Borough only

Date: 9 April 2020
Time: 10:00 – 16:30
Venue: TBC, Central London

This course aims to introduce participants to the different types of Harmful Practices and the psychological impact of trauma caused by these experiences.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this one day training course participants will have:

  • Increased awareness and understanding of the range of harmful practices including; FGM, Forced Marriage, Faith Based Abuse, ‘Honour’ Crimes
  • Increased awareness and understanding of the global and traumatic impact of Harmful Practices on clients psychological and emotional well being
  • Explored the neurobiological processes of trauma on the brain
  • Increased awareness and understanding of relevant clinical conceptualizations. Including Developmental trauma, PTSD and CTSD
  • Identified the impact of the work on practitioners and the development of self-care strategies.

Book here 

For further information about the training please contact Laurie Lijnders at laurie.lijnders@wgn.org.uk or 07931247922

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Charity Survival & Sustainability

Ahead of his upcoming training course – Charity Survival and Sustainability on 7th April – Graeme provides three articles (so far) in a series, featuring practical tips and tools for organisational sustainability.

The capacity of an organisation

Income generation

Involvement

 

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Charity Survival & Sustainability (7 April)

On this course with a practical focus, you’ll develop action plans to support your organisation to survive into the future – and make a lasting difference.

Book included: Making a Lasting Difference

Trainer’s tips: Sustainability: the capacity of an organisation

Read more

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DSC’s Spring Catalogue with Brand New 2020 Training Courses

DSC’s first catalogue of the year features publications, research and in-house learning and development, and this version includes brilliant training courses brand new for 2020. Click below to view or download your own.

Spring 2020 catalogue – hot off the press

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