he Assets Recovery Community Scheme (ARCS) allows monies received from the payment of confiscation orders following a criminal conviction to be diverted into community projects across NI to support communities and individuals and address some of the harmful impacts from a wide range of criminality.
The Assets Recovery Community Scheme is designed to run for 18 months and applications are invited from projects that seek to run initiatives or programmes over, or at some time during, that period. Projects can bid for a maximum of £10k for up to 6 months in 2022/23 and/or £25k for up to 12 months in 2023/24 and should demonstrate how their proposals would meet the essential ARCS criteria of preventing crime or reducing the fear of crime and how they would directly benefit victims, communities or the environment.
UnLtd have announced an increase in our awards funding's, please see below:
Funding
Get started or progress your social business to the next stage of your journey. With up to £18,000 available to fund organisational costs and help you grow your impact.
Starting Up
Social business is not established or has been running under a year.
Up to £8,000
Starting from £500
Scaling Up
Social business has been running over a year and under 4 years.
Up to £18,000
Investment
Growth Impact Fund - we provide social investment for early stage, growing ventures between £50,000 to £1,500,000
The Festivals Scheme will be open to appropriate local groups to give them an opportunity to develop arts festivals or elements of festivals being run and implemented through the medium of Irish or which Irish language arts are a central part of them between 01 January and 31 May 2023.
This scheme is aimed at festivals which aim to foster and promote the Irish language, the Irish language arts, the indigenous arts and Irish language heritage through Irish or bilingually, as an integral part of the festival, and to provide a stage for the Irish language community, to the wider community and to the arts sector.
The Housing Executive is delighted to launch our 2022 Rural Community Awards competition. We want to continue to celebrate the work of volunteers across NI who are quite often the ‘unsung heroes’ within our communities, going above and beyond to promote health and well-being, individual and community development, social inclusion and to help make life better for all residents
Celebrate the amazing neighbours going above and beyond in your local neighbourhood by nominating them in this year’s Good Neighbourhood Awards!
We’re looking for the most heart warming, incredible stories that show how your neighbour, community group or local business has positively affected your life or the lives of others.
6Ulster University - Peace Plus Project proposal Engagement Event
Wednesday 21st Sept 2022 10am at Magee
Facilitator: Mr Eamonn Seydack (S3 Solutions)
This engagement event provides the opportunity for community partners and statutory organisations to hear about the Peace Plus proposal that is being led by the University under theme 4.1 – Collaborative Health and Social Care. Current partners who have been involved in our steering discussions thus far include WHSCT, HSE, NWRC, ATU and DCSDC. This morning session will allow partners to hear about the context of this proposal, hear from colleagues who have been in discussions thus far, and crucially, identify gaps and future thinking for this project.
Overview of the morning: 9:30 Registration and Tea/Coffee 10am Welcome and introductions 10.15am The current proposal 10.30am Round table discussions 11.30am Feedback 12.00pm Refreshments and Close
7 Developing Healthy Communities celebrates its 30th anniversary
Registration open for two important events this September
Turning ambition into reality: Focussing on early intervention and prevention within mental health in the Western Area A Clear Forum Event
Friday 23 September, 9.30am-1pm, Fir Trees Hotel, Strabane
Presented by journalist and mental health advocate Lynda Bryans and hosted by the Clear Forum. Early intervention has to be at the center of effective long term mental health provision. Carving out a space to look beyond crisis response, we are bringing together statutory and community voices to join the dots between current provision, best practice and emerging need in the Western Trust area.
Centering health. Building for better outcomes The Derry City & Strabane Healthy City and District Conference 2022
Friday 30 September, 9am-2pm, Ulster University Magee Campus
In the year that Derry City & Strabane became a designated WHO Healthy City for the third time, it has never been more clear that good decision making has to prioritise health, whether that’s in business, public service or community work. With the help of inspiring speakers and interactive sessions we explore how the council, community and enterprise can center healthy lives in their decision making and harness innovative approaches for the benefit of Derry City & Strabane residents.
In partnership with Ulster University Register now
8Annual Joint Public Health Conference: Healthy Planet, Healthy People
Healthy Planet, Healthy People, Conference held via Zoom 10am on Wednesday, 30 November, 2022
‘Climate change is the greatest global health threat facing the world in the 21st century, but it is also the greatest opportunity to redefine the social and environmental determinants of health’
The Lancet Countdown on health and climate change
We are delighted to confirm that Sir Patrick Vallance, Chief Scientific Adviser to the UK Government, will provide an opening address at the conference.
Confirmed keynote speakers also include: Dr Nick Watts, NHS Chief Sustainability Officer Dr Maria Neira, WHO Director of Public Health and Environment Professor John Barry, School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics, QUB
Climate change is described by the World Health Organization as the ‘single biggest health threat facing humanity’. It impacts health both directly and indirectly and has a strong relationship with the determinants of health.
Sustainability in healthcare will also be a key theme of the one-day conference and will consider how healthcare workers, public health professionals and policy makers can respond to the challenges posed.
The conference will also highlight the latest public health research, interventions and innovation in the area of health and climate change – a ‘Call for Abstracts’ remains open for submissions until 16 September.
9 World Alzheimer's Day Events 21st September Deeds at the Old Library Trust
DEEDS are hosting two workshop to highlight World Alzheimer’s Day on Wednesday 21st September. Both sessions are aimed at carers, and they do not have to do both sessions, but it is an option if they so wish, and we will provide lunch for anyone who opts to do both.
1. Creating a Dementia Friendly Environment – led by Stephanie Coyle (Dementia Navigator) 15 Places. Beginning 11am in the Family RoomThis session helps carers to become aware of the impact dementia can have on visual and spatial awareness and how to support their loved ones by making changes in the home.
2. Fidget Blanket Making Workshop – led by artist Charlotte Gormley 15 Places. Beginning 2pm in the Spin Studio
We often have calls from carers about fidget blankets which can be expensive to buy. A fidget blanket is a lap sized quilt that provides sensory& tactile stimulation for restless hands.
Carers have noted how essential these blankets can be for loved ones during respite or hospital stays. This is a simple way of making more personalised fidget blankets and carers will be encouraged to bring
materials and small objects that may have significance to their loved ones whom they are making this for.
All places must be booked through the DEEDS team by either emailing Sinead on sinead@olt.ie or by phoning the centre on 028 71 373870.
Please note that this training will be delivered Face to Face (Not available online )
This is a two-day programme which uses experiential learning. The workshop is suitable for mental health professionals and counsellors. It provides an opportunity to enhance the awareness of their own anger. In addition, as participants gain greater awareness of these aspects of themselves, they will gain greater insight as to how to help their clients explore their own anger. This workshop will provide practical tools that will enhance the participant’s capacity to work with clients who are angry.
Date: 8th & 9th September 2022 Venue: Omagh Enterprise Centre,
Great Northern Rd,
Omagh BT78 5LU Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
** Both dates must be attended in order to complete training **
The best retention of diverse individuals in organisations is usually due to having a great sense of belonging. Inclusion automatically occurs when we can collectively work together collaboratively. What do you have in place that celebrates inclusion?
Working in partnership with JoinHer, Volunteer Now Enterprises Ltd bring you a NEW series of four 2-hour sessions on Inclusion, Equity & Equality.
Join us over the four sessions to explore and learn new and creative ways to increase inclusion in your volunteer project, team or organisation.
Inclusion, Equity & Equality Session 1: Image & Nurture How does your organisation culture reflect your values? 6 Sept 2022 | 10am-12pm
Inclusion, Equity & Equality Session 2: Communication & Leadership Which styles are effective for your organisation? 14 Sept 2022 | 10am-12pm
Inclusion, Equity & Equality Session 3: Understanding & Structures Classifying what we understand to build better structures 4 Oct 2022 | 10am-12pm
Inclusion, Equity & Equality Session 4: Innovation, Objectives & Needs Practical steps to change your organisation 2 Nov 2022 | 10am-12pm
OFFER!
Book on all four Inclusion courses in September, October & November and get a free place on any volunteer management course of your choice (to be used within December 2022-March 2023).
We also have a series of Diversity courses available that compliment these inclusion sessions. Just search ‘diversity’ on our website here for the latest courses available.
12 Conor's Story - Making it Work - entries Focus on Ability Short Film Festival 2022
We need your vote! - Mencap NI, Equality Commission for NI and NIUSE entered “Conor’s Story – Making it Work” in the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival 2022. The Focus on Ability Short Film Festival was founded by NOVA Employment in Australia, in 2009. The CEO of NOVA Employment Martin Wren began the festival with a belief in the ability of people with disability, and the goal of bringing that belief to the world through the medium of film. Martin recognised the power of film to challenge people's fixed beliefs and perceptions about the lives and abilities of people with disability around the world.
“Conor’s Story – Making it Work” video tells the story of Conor a young man with a learning disability, living in Derry~Londonderry and his experience of moving in to paid employment in Primark with the support and ongoing support of Mencap NI. Conor explains in the video what work means to him. In the video you will also hear from Lorna Lawlor, Store Manager, Primark.
Conor co-designed the video with his Employment Officer, Mencap as he wanted to tell his story and his experience as well as sharing the benefits of employing people with disabilities. The video was developed as part of the “Making It Work” campaign, which has the strapline of “more and better jobs for disabled people”.
Please vote for Conor’s Story – Making it Work to view the video and vote click here When you submit your vote you will receive a confirmation email (please check your Junk Mail) and you will receive a verification email to complete the process. Please note that the Focus on Ability organisers understand that some of their emails may not make it through your spam filters therefore once the voting week is complete they will go through all of the email addresses and manually verify all legitimate emails, so please do not stress if you do not receive the email, your vote will count.
To view all other entries across click here Voting is OPEN NOW until 12 (midnight) on 22 August 2022 ( 2pm on 22 August 2022 – UK time).
The Focus on Ability Short Film Festival is not only about awards but it internationally show cases the experiences of disabled people. This year there are 126 finalists from 18 countries so please take some time to view the other entries but don’t forget to vote for Conor’s Story – Making it work
The Old Library Trust are running a new programme ‘Parenting Anxious Children’ funded and delivered by ‘The Right Time, Right Place Project’ for registered families of the Family First Hub here at OLT.
Please see attached flyer for times/dates and programme details.
If you work with or support any families who may benefit from this programme, please get in touch to register. *Places limited*
We at Craft Training are very excited about the opportunities that are available for post-GCSE and A Level Students. On a daily basis, we are informed of job opportunities and Apprenticeships that are available in all sectors of industry.
As a key stakeholder in the future of our young people we see the opportunity to engage with yourselves and indeed the young people as a key element in driving enthusiasm and motivation for the world of work amongst young people. We also aim to ensure there is a strong understanding of career opportunities and progression routes so they can plan for the future.
We aim to provide impartial information and advice so that they can make an informed decision about their future. This being so, we at Craft Training would like the opportunity to present you with a list of qualifications available for two programmes, Skills For Life & Work and ApprenticeshipsNI, ideally forging a partnership where the aims and aspirations of young people link with our own to best serve the current and future cohorts.
Please see below the list of occupational areas we have on offer:
Health & Social Care
Work-Based Animal Care
Children's Care, Learning & Development
Retail
Information Technology / IT Users
Business Administration
Management
Warehousing & Storage and Logistics Operations
Painting & Decorating
Bench Joinery
Site Joinery
Bricklaying
Dry Lining
Floorcovering
Plastering
Wood-Machining
Meat & poultry industry skills
Food Industry Skills
Professional Cookery
Hospitality Services
Baking Industry Skills
If you know of any potential candidates that are interested in any of the above qualifications or to find out how Craft Training can help them, please contact us at any time to discuss their training needs.
The office can be contacted on 02871370384 & select option 1.
*Please note we pay students £70 per week EMA whilst attending placement - as you know this is a major incentive to keep students engaged.
Students will also avail of Free PPE, £100 pounds worth of tools for their chosen occupational area, CSR Licence & Free Driving Lessons along with a quarterly bonus and the opportunity to part-take in residentials.
Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Peter at the above number.
We have a wide range of job roles and opportunities for you throughout Northern Ireland
It could be housing management, community development, repairs and maintenance or developing and planning for building new homes. Our Apprentice programmes will be the first step on your career path to becoming a Housing Management professional. You will be at the heart of public/social housing working within our local estates and communities.
Roles available in:
Customer Service
Neighbourhood/Estate Management
Hostel Management
Front-line Housing administration
Housing Management
Community Development
Repairs and Maintenance
Developing and planning for new homes
You will have a chance to make a real difference to people's lives!
A permanent contract
Earn as you learn
The college experience
Two academic qualifications
Learn practical skills with on-the-job experience
Induction and support targeted to help you succeed
Enjoy activities with Apprentices for all participating employers
See attached flyer for further details and how you can apply
16Ways to obtain a proof of benefit entitlement letter
DfC have issued an update on how to obtain a proof of benefit entitlement letter from the Department.
Available for the benefits below, the Department now offers access to a simple digital service that allows you to request a proof of benefit letter via GOV.UK.
Employment Support Allowance (ESA)
Pension Credit
State Pension
Income Support
Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
As you are aware, a proof of benefit letter may be needed to allow people access to various other Government supports and services.
Customers can still obtain a proof of benefit entitlement letter from the Department by contacting their normal benefit paying office. Contact details for other benefits are available by visiting: www.nidirect.gov.uk/contacts.
If a customer is claiming Universal Credit they can access proof of claim via the current payment statement in their online account.
The Department for the Economy is pleased to publish Edition 5 of the ‘Funding Innovation for Net Zero’ E-zine. The aim of the E-zine is to keep you informed of funding opportunities available in the Clean tech and green innovation space.
As ever, we would be keen to receive feedback as to whether you believe it is useful and if you feel it can be improved. If you have any comments, please contact us at: HydrogenAdvancedTechnologiesBranch@economy-ni.gov.uk
You are invited to join us for the official opening of the RFR (Rewind Fastforward Record) Installation from 6:30-8:30pm on Tuesday 23 August.
The REWIND<<FASTFORWARD>>RECORD (RFR) initiative came to Void, Derry, with an exciting programme of events aimed at exploring the rich history of Foyle Pride and LGBTQ+ activism in the city.
The cumulative artistic outcomes of each workshop will be displayed alongside RFR’s series of vibrant protest banners created with the Out South Central group and Tullamore LGBTQ+ Youth. This opening signals a great week of celebrations ahead of the Foyle Pride parade.
20Get ready to jive as the Mayor's Tea Dances set to return
It's time to dust off the dancing shoes and get ready to jive and swing as the Guildhall and Alley Theatre prepares to welcome the return of the Mayor's Tea Dances from next month.
The ever-popular and dearly-missed monthly event was temporarily put on hold in early 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but now Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Sandra Duffy, will welcome regulars and new faces back to the floor for some spinning and twirling to some fabulous live music.
Due to the extreme demand, there will be two tea dances per month between September and Christmas to accommodate everyone. The first tea dance will take place in the Guildhall from 2pm to 4pm on September 7th, with another on the 14th.
To register to attend, you can contact the Mayor's Office on 02871376508 or by emailing mayor@derrystrabane.com. Tickets are limited, so anyone interested is encouraged to register early.
The dates of upcoming tea dances include September 7th and 14th, October 5th and 12th, November 2nd, 9th, and 30th, and December 7th in the Guildhall, with the Mayor also hosting a tea dance in the Alley Theatre on October 19th, with further dates in 2023 when the schedule will return to one tea dance per month.
Groups and individuals who have already registered are advised that their tickets have been secured and will be posted in due course.
A week-long festival celebrating the history of East Donegal. Starting Monday 22nd August and finishing Saturday 27th August. FREE Admission
MONDAY 22nd AUGUST
10am - 12noon Open Day at Monreagh Heritage Centre
12noon - 3pm Ulster Scots Cookery Demonstrations by Paula McIntyre (Monreagh Community Hall)
3pm - 5pm Vintage Street Games / Linen Flax Demonstration at Monreagh Heritage Centre
TUESDAY 23rd AUGUST (Monreagh Heritage Centre)
10am - 1pm Family History Consultations with panel of local family historians (Monreagh Heritage Centre)
2pm - 3:30pm Tour of Taughboyne & Monreagh Graveyards with Dr William Roulston
WEDNESDAY 24th AUGUST (Monreagh Community Hall)
7pm - 10pm A Night with Local Authors
THURSDAY 25th AUGUST (Monreagh Community Hall)
7pm - 10pm Migration from Donegal & Ulster with Dr William Roulston, Dr Liam Campbell, Dr Patrick Fitzgerald, Brian Mitchell
FRIDAY 26th AUGUST (Monreagh Community Hall)
7pm - 10pm Bluegrass & Country Night with Live performances by Knotty Pine & Megan Villis
SATURDAY 27th AUGUST (Pick-up at Monreagh Heritage Centre)
10am - 5pm Cultural Bus Tour of the Foyle Valley
For further details and to register please click here
22Be Part of this Year's Strabane's Halloween Hay Trail
With less than 100 days to go until Halloween, Strabane's Halloween Hay Trail will be back soon with a brand new theme including all your favourite gaming characters!
Derry City & Strabane District Council are calling for all Strabane creative People/Groups/ Businesses / Schools/ Sports Club/ Farmers to be part of this years trail.
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