Knowledge Hub gives voluntary organisations in Wales easy access to a range of online information, networking and learning. Third Sector Support Wales partners have launched a new bank of online … [Read more...] about New voluntary sector Knowledge Hub launched from Third Sector Support Wales (TSSW)
Training
Promoting training opportunities from AVOW and the wider Third Sector.
AVOW provides a range of courses to enable community members to develop skills for the benefit of their voluntary and community organisations. To book on and AVOW course please use the Online Booking Form HERE.
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For more information about AVOW training and to make suggestions for future courses please contact us via the contact form on this site, email info@avow.org or call us on 01978 312556.
‘Lighten Our Darkness’. Modern Slavery:Our Response as a Community of Faith by Haven of Light CIC
Date: Thursday 8th October 2020 Time: 2 pm - 3:30pm Location: Online Event Register: please follow this link to register. A discussion about modern slavery in our communities and the world … [Read more...] about ‘Lighten Our Darkness’. Modern Slavery:Our Response as a Community of Faith by Haven of Light CIC
Events for Trustees with WCVA
Two virtual events taking place in October that may be of interest to trustees and charity representatives in Wales. Both events are free to attend. These events present excellent opportunities for … [Read more...] about Events for Trustees with WCVA
Safeguarding Community of Practice with WCVA
Date: 24th September 2020 Time: 10 am until 11 am Location: online event Safeguarding Community of Practice - Update from the DBS WCVA’s Safeguarding Community of Practice will provide a forum for … [Read more...] about Safeguarding Community of Practice with WCVA
Supporting People to Communicate Online with Learning Disability Wales
Date: 25th September 2020 Time: 10 am until 12 pm Venue: Online via Zoom Lock-down and social distancing can be hard, particularly for people who find it difficult to use things like WhatsApp, … [Read more...] about Supporting People to Communicate Online with Learning Disability Wales
FREE support for groups in Wales using the power of sport/physical activity from Sported
Is your organisation using the power of sport/physical activity to transform the lives of young people (aged 11+) in your community? If so, you could be eligible for FREE Sported … [Read more...] about FREE support for groups in Wales using the power of sport/physical activity from Sported
FREE Gambling Awareness Workshops with the BigDeal
As the Youth Outreach Officer for ARA, we deliver the BigDeal Workshop. This is free training around gambling awareness for both professionals and young people. In our experience, many adults … [Read more...] about FREE Gambling Awareness Workshops with the BigDeal
Celebrating Cohesive Communities: An Interactive Workshop with the North East Wales (NEW) Regional Cohesion Team
North East Wales (NEW) Regional Cohesion Team invites you to attend Celebrating Cohesive Communities: an interactive workshop with community supporting organisations in Wrexham, Flintshire, and … [Read more...] about Celebrating Cohesive Communities: An Interactive Workshop with the North East Wales (NEW) Regional Cohesion Team
Community Centre and Building Briefing with AVOW
Date: Thursday 20th August 2020 Time: from 9:30 am Location: via Zoom AVOW invite you to join our Community Centre and Buildings Briefing. Briefing Outcome This session is an opportunity to … [Read more...] about Community Centre and Building Briefing with AVOW
Mentoring Skills Level 1 with Adult Learning Wales
Date: 28th August 2020 Commitment: 9 weeks - from 28th August until 30th November 2020 Times: 9:30 am until 12 pm Course Outcomes: Understand the role and responsibilities of a mentor … [Read more...] about Mentoring Skills Level 1 with Adult Learning Wales
WCVA Learning Survey 2020 with WCVA
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, WCVA is re-assessing its training programme for 2020/2021. They are looking to gather feedback on sector priorities for training to ensure that they deliver a … [Read more...] about WCVA Learning Survey 2020 with WCVA
Wales Routes to Public Life Mentoring Scheme
Do you feel disillusioned with Welsh Politics? Would you like to get more involved in public life and have an impact on the decisions that are made that affect you and your … [Read more...] about Wales Routes to Public Life Mentoring Scheme
The Good Touch Training with North Wales Together
Masturbation and Working with People with Learning Disabilities. A one day course for professionals and a virtual drop-in for parents/carers. Attend the training day and invite parents and carers … [Read more...] about The Good Touch Training with North Wales Together
Criminology and Policing Newsletter From Glyndwr University
The first Criminology and Policing Newsletter from Glyndŵr University has been launched. The Summer 2020 edition contains information and updates on topics such as: Criminology Department, … [Read more...] about Criminology and Policing Newsletter From Glyndwr University
Young people: Housing and homelessness with Shelter Cymru
Location: Online Cost: £120 Booking: please visit the Shelter Cymru website. It is fair to say that the housing options of young people in Wales are limited. Young people are generally … [Read more...] about Young people: Housing and homelessness with Shelter Cymru
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Housing and homelessness with Shelter Cymru
This course took place in May 2020, you can request a copy of the recording from the Shelter Cymru website. Many people are worried about Coronavirus (COVID-19) and how this could affect their … [Read more...] about Coronavirus (COVID-19): Housing and homelessness with Shelter Cymru
Co-production and the Future of Disability Services in North Wales following De-escalation with TheFDF Centre for Independent Living
Date: Thursday 30th July Time: 2 pm - 3:30 pm Location: Zoom Booking: The meeting is open to all disabled people across North Wales and their families and carers, and representatives of disabled … [Read more...] about Co-production and the Future of Disability Services in North Wales following De-escalation with TheFDF Centre for Independent Living
COVID-19 ‘Staying at Home and Social Distancing’ in Wales H.I.A with Public Health Network Cymru
Webinar: To discuss the positive and negative impacts of staying at home and social distancing in Wales, for a non-medical audience. Date: Wednesday 29th July 2020 Time: 2 pm - 3 … [Read more...] about COVID-19 ‘Staying at Home and Social Distancing’ in Wales H.I.A with Public Health Network Cymru
Scale Accelerator with Spring Impact
Is there a pressing social issue that you are passionate about addressing? Do you feel that your organisation should be doing even more to solve it? Scale Accelerator helps mission-driven … [Read more...] about Scale Accelerator with Spring Impact
BAME Routes to Public Life Mentoring Scheme with EYST Wales
Do you feel disillusioned with Welsh Politics? Would you like to get more involved in public life and have an impact on the decisions that are made that affect you and your communities? EYST … [Read more...] about BAME Routes to Public Life Mentoring Scheme with EYST Wales
Work After COVID-19 Training with AVOW
Planning the Return to the Workplace: A Course for Employers Date: 21st July 2020 Time: 10 am until 11 am Location: via Zoom The return to the workplace will not be sudden or overnight, and many … [Read more...] about Work After COVID-19 Training with AVOW
Understanding and responding to trauma – in the context of COVID-19 with Children in Wales
Start: 24.07.20 9:30 am End: 24.07.20 12:30 pm Venue: Online Organiser: Children in Wales Price: £50.00 – £85.00 Book online: to book online please visit the Childre in Wales website. This … [Read more...] about Understanding and responding to trauma – in the context of COVID-19 with Children in Wales
Keeping Our Children Safe” Training for the Designated Child Protection Lead with Children in Wales
Start: 21.07.20 9:30 am End: 23.07.20 12:30 pm Venue: Online Organiser: Children in Wales Price: £127.50 – £202.50 Book online: to book your place please visit the Children in Wales … [Read more...] about Keeping Our Children Safe” Training for the Designated Child Protection Lead with Children in Wales
Understanding Hate Crime with Victim Support
Wales Victim Support Hate Crime Team Presents: Understanding Hate Crime A short introduction to hate crime in modern Wales. Held virtually, this FREE short awareness session will introduce you … [Read more...] about Understanding Hate Crime with Victim Support
People and Homes 2020 with Shelter Cymru
Making sure that everyone in Wales has a good home has become more important than ever, so this year People and Homes 2020 is digital, completely free and available to complete at your leisure. Here … [Read more...] about People and Homes 2020 with Shelter Cymru
Free Digital Advice for Small Businesses and Charities from Digital Boost
Digital Boost aims to support the British small businesses and charities impacted by COVID-19 on their digitisation journey. Digital Boost will be providing a community of digital expert volunteers … [Read more...] about Free Digital Advice for Small Businesses and Charities from Digital Boost
Science in Health Protection training webinar: The first 6 months of COVID-19 with Public Health Wales
Public Health Wales is pleased to present a webinar on the 23rd of July, showcasing some of the scientific work being carried out in response to the COVID-19 epidemic in Wales. Topic areas … [Read more...] about Science in Health Protection training webinar: The first 6 months of COVID-19 with Public Health Wales
Online Mentoring with Empower Be The Change
Build your mental toughness & CPD with an online mentor. Free 15 minute phone consultation, call 07384815270 today to arrange! Our mental resilience and overall health is being tested more … [Read more...] about Online Mentoring with Empower Be The Change
BME Sports Training and Support with BME Sport Cymru
BME Sport Cymru helps increase BME participation in Welsh sport by supporting organisations to work with minority ethnic communities. The initiative is designed to make it easier for BME … [Read more...] about BME Sports Training and Support with BME Sport Cymru
Online Nature Sessions with Coed Lleol
During this period of physical distancing, Coed Lleol (Small Woods Wales) is continuing to help people across Wales improve their wellbeing by connecting to nature. One of the ways we’re doing this … [Read more...] about Online Nature Sessions with Coed Lleol
Exploring Enterprise Taster Session with Adult Learning Wales
Date: 9th and 16th July 2020 Time: 1 pm until 3:30 pm (2.5 hours per week) Location: Online Cost: Fully Funded These two informal workshops are designed for people of all ages who may have … [Read more...] about Exploring Enterprise Taster Session with Adult Learning Wales
Looking After Your Assets with AVOW
In conjunction with Charity Fraud Awareness Week, AVOW are offering a free online training session, Lookin After Your Assets delivered by AVOW's Chief Officer John Gallanders. Date: Monday 19th … [Read more...] about Looking After Your Assets with AVOW
First Aid During COVID-19 Training with Litegreen
Litegreen Ltd have developed a small area of their website which is devoted to updating first aiders on the impacts of COVID-19. We have set out guidance on: How to deliver CPR How to help a … [Read more...] about First Aid During COVID-19 Training with Litegreen
A Guide to Supporting People who have Experienced Traumatic Events from Welsh Government
Who is the guide for? This guide has been written for anyone supporting people who experienced traumatic events, and is designed to accompany training offered by the All Wales Traumatic Stress … [Read more...] about A Guide to Supporting People who have Experienced Traumatic Events from Welsh Government
Knife Crime Virtual Training with Children in Wales
Date: 7th July 2020 Time: A half-day course - 10 am until 1 pm Location: Online Price: £50.00 - £85.00 Booking: To book please visit the Children in Wales website. On a daily basis we hear news … [Read more...] about Knife Crime Virtual Training with Children in Wales
Bilingual Digital Innovation for Unpaid Carers in Wales from Carers UK
Carers UK has launched its latest bilingual digital innovation for unpaid carers in Wales, in a drive to recognise their valuable skills and experience. The interactive e-learning programme, … [Read more...] about Bilingual Digital Innovation for Unpaid Carers in Wales from Carers UK
Community Cohesion Training with North East Wales Community Cohesion team
Training Available: 1st July 2020 Hate Crime and Community Tensions: How can I report each of them? 15th July 2020 Crown Prosecution Services: What are the rules of using CPS? 29th July 2020 Scams: … [Read more...] about Community Cohesion Training with North East Wales Community Cohesion team
Free Support with Your Home Energy and Bills with Litegreen Ltd
COVID-19 has already had a huge impact on our home running costs. We are in the same boat as you, understand the worries & want to do whatever we can to support you in this time of need. Our local … [Read more...] about Free Support with Your Home Energy and Bills with Litegreen Ltd
Positive Action with North Wales Police
North Wales Police is committed to developing an organisation that is representative of the diverse communities that we police and serve. We recognise that although the diversity of our staff is … [Read more...] about Positive Action with North Wales Police
Free Online Parenting Courses launched in North Wales with Solihull Approach and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Four online parenting courses are being launched by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, in partnership with Local Authorities this week and will be available free of charge to all residents of … [Read more...] about Free Online Parenting Courses launched in North Wales with Solihull Approach and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Lantra Wales: Skills Match Service with Welsh Government
The land-based and environmental industry in Wales has around 18,600 businesses and 85,000 employees. Lantra Wales team in Wales work to help you access the training, qualifications, skills and … [Read more...] about Lantra Wales: Skills Match Service with Welsh Government
Online Fundraising During Covid-19, in Wales with Localgiving
As part of Localgiving's commitment to support charities and community groups across Wales, we have developed an online fundraising guidebook that will help you: build new online fundraising … [Read more...] about Online Fundraising During Covid-19, in Wales with Localgiving
Community Cohesion Awareness Training with North East Wales community Cohesion team
The North East Wales community Cohesion team would like to invite you to participate in one or all of the Community Cohesion Awareness Training sessions that we will be delivering across North Wales … [Read more...] about Community Cohesion Awareness Training with North East Wales community Cohesion team
The Wrexham Enterprise Initiative with AVOW & Neighbourhood Economics
What is The Wrexham Enterprise Initiative? The Wrexham Enterprise Initiative is a 2-year programme delivered by AVOW and Neighbourhood Economics on behalf of the Welsh Government. What are the … [Read more...] about The Wrexham Enterprise Initiative with AVOW & Neighbourhood Economics
Covid-19: digital inclusion webinar programme with Digital Communities Wales
At Digital Communities Wales we’ve been working hard over the past two weeks to develop online digital inclusion training courses, including webinars and digital drop-in sessions that might be vital … [Read more...] about Covid-19: digital inclusion webinar programme with Digital Communities Wales
Training for Coronavirus Volunteers by British Red Cross
This training was designed by the British Red Cross for anyone who is responding to the coronavirus outbreak. Whether you’ve been deployed by a charity or have decided to lend a hand to a … [Read more...] about Training for Coronavirus Volunteers by British Red Cross
Our Place: Free Online Courses for North Wales Residents
Evidenced based and accredited online courses available to all residents of North Wales until November 2022. Courses include: Understanding Pregnancy, Labour, Birth and your Baby For everyone … [Read more...] about Our Place: Free Online Courses for North Wales Residents
Webinar: People are not Data Points
Find out how to create meaningful person-centred evaluation, even in a time of crisis and high pressure with the WCVA. Webinar aim To share good practice in involving people in evaluation and … [Read more...] about Webinar: People are not Data Points
Online Personal Development Mentoring with Empower Be The Change
Discover your mental resilience with online Mentoring Over the coming weeks and months more of us will be asked to work from home and make significant changes to our daily lives. Many of us will find … [Read more...] about Online Personal Development Mentoring with Empower Be The Change
Health and Care Learning Wales Webinars
City & Guilds / WJEC are developing and implementing a new suit of qualifications and learning opportunities available via their websire. These courses are are an opportunity for you to keep in … [Read more...] about Health and Care Learning Wales Webinars
Webinar Series: Managing your Workforce during a crisis, and an Overview of Trustees’ Duties with WCVA
Darwin Gray and WCVA are working in partnership to deliver a series of webinars aimed at helping the Charitable Sector in Wales through the COVID-19 crisis and beyond Webinar One: 27 April 2020, 2pm … [Read more...] about Webinar Series: Managing your Workforce during a crisis, and an Overview of Trustees’ Duties with WCVA
Webinar: An Introduction to The National Assembly for Wales with WCVA
How many signatures do you need for a petition to be considered by the Assembly? What matters are devolved to Wales, and in what way can citizens have their say in the scrutiny of Government? This … [Read more...] about Webinar: An Introduction to The National Assembly for Wales with WCVA
You & Your Bump Sessions with Advance Brighter Futures
In just five, enjoyable sessions, you can learn how to get the most out of your pre-natal experiences and prepare yourself for parenthood. with the help of supportive worksheets and suggestions to … [Read more...] about You & Your Bump Sessions with Advance Brighter Futures
Digital Communities Wales
Digital technology will be crucial in the coming months to help people stay connected, find reliable information, shop for necessities and stay healthy. Digital Communities Wales is here to support … [Read more...] about Digital Communities Wales
BT Skills for Tomorrow
https://youtu.be/prMb3XhV5BE BT Skills for Tomorrow is a series of online courses designed to upskill digital technology at all levels from: Mastering the basics Keeping yourself safe … [Read more...] about BT Skills for Tomorrow
Support for Social Enterprise from Social Business Wales
Useful resources for social businesses during the outbreak Quick links: • Government advice on coronavirus – general • Government advice on coronavirus – for employers, employees and … [Read more...] about Support for Social Enterprise from Social Business Wales
