As a local voluntary, community and faith sector organisation working in Malvern Hills and Worcester, are you interested in getting more involved in providing services as part of Worcestershire’s Early Help Strategy?
4Children is funded by the Department for Education to work with 15 local authorities over two years to explore and remove barriers experienced by local voluntary, community and faith sector organisations in this sector. It also explores how the local authority commissioning processes and perceptions contribute to this experience.
In Malvern the free workshop will be held on 3rd July 2012.
Registration is at 8.45am for a start at 9am to 1pm. (Venue to be confirmed)
In Worcester the free workshop will be held on 4th July 2012.
Registration is at 8.45am for a start at 9am to 1pm. (Venue to be confirmed)
The workshop will be participatory through a mix of activities, discussions and speakers.
These events and their findings will help shape the methods of future events run by Worcestershire County Council and help local voluntary, community and faith sector organisations assess their capacity for future commissioning opportunities.
If you are interested then please book by emailing rjanes@worcestershire.gov.uk with your name, full contact details, the name of your organisation and the support it offers. (Stating which event you wish to attend).
John Alwyine-Mosely is the 4Children National Programme Lead - john.alwyine-mosely@4children.org.uk
Wednesday, 13 June 2012
Wednesday, 23 May 2012
Research request: Church of England Chaplains
Shane Waddle, a colleague from the Church Commissioners, is doing some research to support his studies at the University of Derby and is looking at assumptions and values together with changes to terms of service for clergy who happen to be employed following the introduction of Common Tenure.
He would be keen to hear from Church of England chaplains. His web based survey is available here:
He would be keen to hear from Church of England chaplains. His web based survey is available here:
Friday, 18 May 2012
Want to be part of theRoyal visit?
NOMINATIONS are still open for our search for unsung heroes to attend a special date with the Queen.
Last week newspapers across Worcestershire set out to find the unsung heroes of our local communities who could join the Queen on her Diamond Jubilee tour of the county.
They have secured agreement with the organisers to reserve about 300 places at Worcester Cathedral to join an invitation-only audience for the visit of Her Majesty on July 11.
Those chosen will join the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh and other dignitaries to watch a special presentation about Worcestershire and will have a grandstand view of her unveiling a plaque to mark the momentous occasion.
Since launching the search, they have received nominations from across the county. They include all sorts of people whose actions have helped the lives of those around them. From charity fundraisers, to volunteers, teachers, carers, neighbours, youth workers, and those who have battled illness, you have been nominating your local heroes for our very special reward.
Buckingham Palace has been keen to ensure that those attending the jubilee celebrations should reflect the whole community, and the best in the community.
There’s still time to nominate your local hero. Just send in their name, address, any contact details you have on the special coupon (which you can download here), along with a ‘citation’ of four or five sentences explaining why you think they are local heroes deserving of royal recognition. You can write your ‘citation’ on a separate piece of plain paper, or email your application to roni.skye@worcesternews.co.uk.
Get your nomination to them at the address printed on the voucher by May 25 in time for us to choose the lucky 300, contact them and make the necessary arrangements.
You can post it, or e-mail it to roni.skye@worcesternews.co.uk
Let’s honour the unsung heroes of our county. Get nominating now.
Last week newspapers across Worcestershire set out to find the unsung heroes of our local communities who could join the Queen on her Diamond Jubilee tour of the county.
They have secured agreement with the organisers to reserve about 300 places at Worcester Cathedral to join an invitation-only audience for the visit of Her Majesty on July 11.
Those chosen will join the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh and other dignitaries to watch a special presentation about Worcestershire and will have a grandstand view of her unveiling a plaque to mark the momentous occasion.
Since launching the search, they have received nominations from across the county. They include all sorts of people whose actions have helped the lives of those around them. From charity fundraisers, to volunteers, teachers, carers, neighbours, youth workers, and those who have battled illness, you have been nominating your local heroes for our very special reward.
Buckingham Palace has been keen to ensure that those attending the jubilee celebrations should reflect the whole community, and the best in the community.
There’s still time to nominate your local hero. Just send in their name, address, any contact details you have on the special coupon (which you can download here), along with a ‘citation’ of four or five sentences explaining why you think they are local heroes deserving of royal recognition. You can write your ‘citation’ on a separate piece of plain paper, or email your application to roni.skye@worcesternews.co.uk.
Get your nomination to them at the address printed on the voucher by May 25 in time for us to choose the lucky 300, contact them and make the necessary arrangements.
You can post it, or e-mail it to roni.skye@worcesternews.co.uk
Let’s honour the unsung heroes of our county. Get nominating now.
Funding Opportunity
Do you work with young people who have innovative, creative and exciting ideas for projects that will make their area a better place?
At Live UnLtd we provide the money and one-to-one support to make their ideas a reality... We are launching our Live UnLtd Summer of Great Ideas Campaign and are keen to receive applications from any young people who want to set up their own community impact project. The deadline for applications is 31st May 2012.
We back people aged 11-21 with cash & support to launch projects that can change their world for the better. Projects can be around any topic/issues that young people are interested in from the arts and sport to the environment or bullying. We have helped support inter-generational projects, start sports clubs, assist art and community projects and helped people start their own sustainable social enterprises.
All projects and enterprises are run by the young people themselves.
Support is available in the form of cash awards starting at around £500 which is used to start projects and pay for equipment etc.
You’ll also be given a dedicated Development Manager to help you with your project planning and budgeting. All of our support is free of charge.
Who can apply?
11+ yrs of age, Living in the UK
Applying as an individual or informal group, with your own idea.
This means that you cannot apply on behalf of an organisation. For example your school, youth club or youth centre.
Applications to UnLtd must meet the following criteria:
Tell us what specific activities your project/enterprise includes and what you hope to achieve Provide a learning experience or opportunity for you the applicant
How do people apply?
Applicants between 11-21 years old need to fill in an enquiry form.
This can be found here.
Applicants over the age of 21 years old can request an application form by calling our regional office on 0121 766 4570.
More information can also be found here .
CONTACT US:
If you’d like more information on what we do or would like us to come and talk to colleagues/young people you work with please get in touch. Midlands: Sarah Brent (sarahbrent@unltd.org.uk) 0121 766 4570 or 07540 413 909 UnLtd is a registered charity, number 1090393 and our company registration number is 4180639.
At Live UnLtd we provide the money and one-to-one support to make their ideas a reality... We are launching our Live UnLtd Summer of Great Ideas Campaign and are keen to receive applications from any young people who want to set up their own community impact project. The deadline for applications is 31st May 2012.
We back people aged 11-21 with cash & support to launch projects that can change their world for the better. Projects can be around any topic/issues that young people are interested in from the arts and sport to the environment or bullying. We have helped support inter-generational projects, start sports clubs, assist art and community projects and helped people start their own sustainable social enterprises.
All projects and enterprises are run by the young people themselves.
Support is available in the form of cash awards starting at around £500 which is used to start projects and pay for equipment etc.
You’ll also be given a dedicated Development Manager to help you with your project planning and budgeting. All of our support is free of charge.
Who can apply?
11+ yrs of age, Living in the UK
Applying as an individual or informal group, with your own idea.
This means that you cannot apply on behalf of an organisation. For example your school, youth club or youth centre.
Applications to UnLtd must meet the following criteria:
- Have a positive social impact on your community
- Demonstrate that you have identified a problem and can explain how your project would tackle the problem
Tell us what specific activities your project/enterprise includes and what you hope to achieve Provide a learning experience or opportunity for you the applicant
How do people apply?
Applicants between 11-21 years old need to fill in an enquiry form.
This can be found here.
Applicants over the age of 21 years old can request an application form by calling our regional office on 0121 766 4570.
More information can also be found here .
CONTACT US:
If you’d like more information on what we do or would like us to come and talk to colleagues/young people you work with please get in touch. Midlands: Sarah Brent (sarahbrent@unltd.org.uk) 0121 766 4570 or 07540 413 909 UnLtd is a registered charity, number 1090393 and our company registration number is 4180639.
Wednesday, 25 April 2012
Thursday, 19 April 2012
So You've Been Confirmed...What Next?
This confirmation gift book is a wonderful conversation style text bringing together the voices of a Bishop and an experienced youth worker. these two voices bring different perspectives for the intended readers who have recently been confirmed.
Echoing words used in the Anglican Confirmation service, it offers the newly confirmed some great ideas for living out their newly confirmed faith in private devotion and in public witness. They discuss meeting with other Christians for support and community with encouraging personal stories of being part of a running club and struggling with prayer - even when you're a bishop!
The format of the book is really appealing as it is easily portable and fits nicely in the hand with vibrant purple patterns that add interest but are not so overwhelming as to distract from the text. It was reviewed by teenagers before publication and I think it will certainly appeal to teen readers as do many of the cultural references to recent movies and online prayer resources. Although coming from a predominantly evangelical stance, it also draws from the rich heritage Christian tradition throughout the centuries from Biblical texts to St Patrick's Breastplate or ancient hymns like Come Holy Ghost Our Souls Inspire and Ignatian practices from the Jesuit tradition.
This is not just a comforting text but one which also challenges readers to act on their faith in serving others, praying for people in different areas of life and talking to others about your faith.
It also offers further resources on an attractive partner website also called Living Your Confirmation.
I would certainly recommend this to churches and families to give to teenagers who have recently been confirmed and if I were preparing a group of teenagers at my church right now I would have bought more copies already !
Thursday, 22 March 2012
Amaze training opportunities
how are you managing?
a one day training course
for line managers managing youth workers
for youth workers managing volunteers
If you want to motivate lead and manage your team to get the best out of them then this course is for you. We’ll be covering:
• What’s the job of a line manager
• How to set objectives effectively
• Performance management activites
• How to conduct line management or supervision meetings
• Coaching and development
• When things go wrong (discipline and grievance)
As well as learning some of the tools to do these things thewre will be the opportunity
to have a go in a safe environment!
The course will be led by Leon Coates from 11:00 until 15:00 so please bring your lunch!
Amaze members can book free by emailing your membership number, others please email the organisation or name of the person paying the bill and details of anyone we should send an invoice to.
Amaze members can book free by emailing your membership number, others please email the organisation or name of the person paying the bill and details of anyone we should send an invoice to.
Leon Coates is Amaze Director. As an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development he is an experience people manager and HR Consultant having worked with organisations in the private and voluntary sectors.
Book by emailing admin@amaze.org.uk
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