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SUMMARY:Northern Devon Community Developers Forum
DESCRIPTION:A forum for all Northern Devon Community Developers to connect\, collaborate and develop.\n\n\nLocation to be confirmed. \nFocus: Older People. Linking Social Prescribers/ Wellbeing Teams to our Community Development Work. \nThe aim of the Forum is to bring together Community Developers/ Connectors/ Ambassadors/ Animators working in Northern Devon to share experiences\, best practice\, opportunities and ideas. To develop a strong voice representing Northern Devon\, connecting and promoting joint working\, and tackling issues together which affect our communities. \nThis forum will offer an opportunity to meet every quarter and is open to any organisation hosting or employing staff supporting Community Development. \nEach quarter we will have focused debate on key areas identified by the group\, an opportunity for guest presentations (prebooked) and plenty of networking. \nTea/Coffee and Cake are an essential part of our meeting. \n\n \n \nUpdates from Age Concern and Living Options Disability Ambassadors Programme \n 
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/northern-devon-community-developers-forum-3/
LOCATION:North Devon Hospice\, Deer Park Road\, Barnstaple\, EX32 0HU\, Barnstaple\, EX32 0HU\, GB
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:NDVS Managing and Supporting Volunteers Forum
DESCRIPTION:Networking\, sharing and info\n\n\nMain agenda items for February 2025 Forum: Safeguarding and Fundraising \n13:30- 14:30 Managing and Supporting Volunteer Forum \nThis FREE forum will be a great way to stay up-to-date with and learn about the best practice around volunteer supervision and management. \nThe forum will be open to anyone who has direct responsibility for managing or co-ordinating volunteers\, regardless of the size of your organisation and whether your role is paid or unpaid. \nThe forum meeting will provide an opportunity to develop skills and share experiences. \nThe structure\, format and themes will be chosen in consultation with the group. \nRefreshments provided. \n14:30-15:00 Managing and Supporting Volunteer Forum Practitioners- Peer Support Network \nA peer support network for people involved with Supporting and Managing Volunteers. \nIn this group\, volunteer managers can seek guidance\, support\, troubleshooting\, and have an opportunity to have topical discussions on particular issues in a confidential and safe space. \nParticipants will be asked to bring examples of situations where either they wish to discuss alternative approaches and outcomes or to share good practices and resources. This will be an informal space for peer support and discussion.
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/ndvs-managing-and-supporting-volunteers-forum-2/
LOCATION:Queens House\, 6 Queen Street Suite 2025\, Barnstaple\, EX32 8HJ\, Barnstaple\, EX32 8HJ\, GB
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Northern Devon Community Developers Forum
DESCRIPTION:A forum for all Northern Devon Community Developers to connect\, collaborate and develop.\n\n\nLocation to be confirmed.  \nThe aim of the Forum is to bring together Community Developers/ Connectors/ Ambassadors/ Animators working in Northern Devon to share experiences\, best practice\, opportunities and ideas. To develop a strong voice representing Northern Devon\, connecting and promoting joint working\, and tackling issues together which affect our communities. \nThis forum will offer an opportunity to meet every quarter and is open to any organisation hosting or employing staff supporting Community Development. \nEach quarter we will have focused debate on key areas identified by the group\, an opportunity for guest presentations (prebooked) and plenty of networking. \nTea/Coffee and Cake are an essential part of our meeting.
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/northern-devon-community-developers-forum-2/
LOCATION:North Devon Hospice\, Deer Park Road\, Barnstaple\, EX32 0HU\, Barnstaple\, EX32 0HU\, GB
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Barnstaple Revitalising Volunteer Event - 17.15 - 18.15
DESCRIPTION:An event for all ages of the community\, looking at the benefits of volunteering\, and opportunities available locally.\n\n\nRevitalising Volunteer Event – General attendance booking form \nJoin us for an exciting and interactive event aimed at revitalising volunteering in our community\, there will be three time slots and refreshments will be provided. \nDate: Wed 12th February 2025 \n15.00 – 16.15 SESSION \n15.00 –  Louise Flagg NDVS gives an introduction on the benefits of volunteering followed by an opportunity to meet and talk to representatives and volunteers from a group of local organisations and discover how 2025 can be the year you can make a difference in your community. \nLocation: Barnstaple Library – Upstairs in 3B (lift access available) \nTo secure your spot at this exciting event\, please complete the booking form below. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/barnstaple-revitalising-volunteer-event-17-15-18-15/
LOCATION:Barnstaple Library\, Tuly Street\, Barnstaple\, EX31 1EL\, Barnstaple\, EX31 1EL\, GB
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Barnstaple Revitalising Volunteer Event - 16.15 - 17.15
DESCRIPTION:An event for all ages of the community\, looking at the benefits of volunteering\, and opportunities available locally.\n\n\nRevitalising Volunteer Event – General attendance booking form \nJoin us for an exciting and interactive event aimed at revitalising volunteering in our community\, there will be three time slots and refreshments will be provided. \nDate: Wed 12th February 2025 \n15.00 – 16.15 SESSION \n15.00 –  Louise Flagg NDVS gives an introduction on the benefits of volunteering followed by an opportunity to meet and talk to representatives and volunteers from a group of local organisations and discover how 2025 can be the year you can make a difference in your community. \nLocation: Barnstaple Library – Upstairs in 3B (lift access available) \nTo secure your spot at this exciting event\, please complete the booking form below. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/barnstaple-revitalising-volunteer-event-16-15-17-15/
LOCATION:Barnstaple Library\, Tuly Street\, Barnstaple\, EX31 1EL\, Barnstaple\, EX31 1EL\, GB
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Barnstaple Revitalising Volunteer Event - 15.00 - 16.15
DESCRIPTION:An event for all ages of the community\, looking at the benefits of volunteering\, and opportunities available locally.\n\n\nRevitalising Volunteer Event – General attendance booking form \nJoin us for an exciting and interactive event aimed at revitalising volunteering in our community\, there will be three time slots and refreshments will be provided. \nDate: Wed 12th February 2025 \n15.00 – 16.15 SESSION \n15.00 –  Louise Flagg NDVS gives an introduction on the benefits of volunteering followed by an opportunity to meet and talk to representatives and volunteers from a group of local organisations and discover how 2025 can be the year you can make a difference in your community. \nLocation: Barnstaple Library – Upstairs in 3B (lift access available) \nTo secure your spot at this exciting event\, please complete the booking form below. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/barnstaple-revitalising-volunteer-event-15-00-16-15/
LOCATION:Barnstaple Library\, Tuly Street\, Barnstaple\, EX31 1EL\, Barnstaple\, EX31 1EL\, GB
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:NDVS Managing and Supporting Volunteers Forum
DESCRIPTION:Networking\, sharing and info\n\n\nMain agenda items for February 2025 Forum: Safeguarding and Fundraising \n10.30- 12.00 Managing and Supporting Volunteer Forum \nThis FREE forum will be a great way to stay up-to-date with and learn about the best practice around volunteer supervision and management. \nThe forum will be open to anyone who has direct responsibility for managing or co-ordinating volunteers\, regardless of the size of your organisation and whether your role is paid or unpaid. \nThe forum meeting will provide an opportunity to develop skills and share experiences. \nThe structure\, format and themes will be chosen in consultation with the group. \nRefreshments provided. \n12.00-12.30 Managing and Supporting Volunteer Forum Practitioners- Peer Support Network \nA peer support network for people involved with Supporting and Managing Volunteers. \nIn this group\, volunteer managers can seek guidance\, support\, troubleshooting\, and have an opportunity to have topical discussions on particular issues in a confidential and safe space. \nParticipants will be asked to bring examples of situations where either they wish to discuss alternative approaches and outcomes or to share good practices and resources. This will be an informal space for peer support and discussion.
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/ndvs-managing-and-supporting-volunteers-forum/
LOCATION:Queens House\, 6 Queen Street Suite 2025\, Barnstaple\, EX32 8HJ\, Barnstaple\, EX32 8HJ\, GB
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:NDVS Corporate Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:As your local Council for Voluntary Services (CVS) we often get approached to support our local wonderful businesses and entrepreneurs\, in helping to match local volunteer opportunities and projects\, to Corporate Social Responsibility strategies including Giving Back Days \nWe know many businesses have a Good Cause Charitable pot and again we are in the business of helping support those that need it most. \nSo why not join us before the start of another busy day in the corporate business world – baps and coffee/tea will be provided – to hear about how we might collaborate and support each other. \nAfter all happy and healthy community members – make happy and healthy customers and employees (in most cases) \nWe are proposing: \nBrief overview from Marie Gould MBA – Chief Officer of NDVS alongside Beki Sharples (our sister CVS over in Torridge) alongside Representative of “The Woodyard” Management Committee \n\nCVS and Third Sector funding landscape\nNational Lottery Successful Bid of £464\,000.00 its proposed impact and match-funding needs and opportunities. including form part of the North Devon Community Development Alliance\nThe Woodyard Project – bring Ann Cleeves’ fictional community hub to life.\n\nA brief talk about all things community from Neil Blackburn\, Partnership’s Officer of Active Devon CIC \nCorporate Giving – days or donations – how can we help? \nDevon Connect – explanation of the opportunities provided by our online platform \nNDVS Charity Christmas Card Sales \nA chance to network and ask questions \nThank you so very much in advance \nAny queries or questions do get in touch.
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/ndvs-corporate-breakfast/
LOCATION:The Cedars Inn Hotel\, Bickington Road\, Barnstaple\, Devon\, EX31 2HE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Northern Devon Community Developers Forum
DESCRIPTION:The aim of the Forum is to bring together Community Developers/Connectors/Ambassadors/Animators working in Northern Devon to share experience\, best practice\, opportunities and ideas. To develop a strong voice representing Northern Devon\, connecting and promoting joint working\, and tackling issues together which affect our communities. \nThis forum will offer an opportunity to meet every other month alternating with the One Communities OND meeting and is open to any orgnaisation hosting or employing staff supporting Community Development. \nThe first meeting will be on Tuesday 28th November between 10am and 12.30pm at Brynsworthy Environment Centre. Parking is free but limited so if you can car share that may help. \nWe will start our session with free some CPD on Building Team Trust lead by Change Facilitator from Nowlab which you will be able to take away and undertake with your own teams or groups. Trust is crucial in building strong\, effective\, and enjoyable teams. Trust fosters open communication\, mutual respect\, and collaborative problem-solving\, empowering your group to make a significant impact in your local community. \nJoin us for an interactive session featuring the Trust Constellation Game\, designed to cultivate connection and strengthen trust within your teams. \nThis session will equip you with practical strategies to create a more inclusive and supportive environment within your group\, developing essential skills for effective communication\, conflict resolution\, camaraderie and more. \nWe will have an opportunity to hear about the NDVS/TTVS lottery funded Community Developer and Connector Roles with an overview of the National Standards being used to evaluate the project. Plus an overview of the Community Animators roles as part of the new Biosphere Lottery Funded project. Any other organisation wishing to update on new initiatives please contact Louise Flagg Partnership Officer NDVS to book a slot on the agenda cvs@ndvs.org.uk. This will give plenty of time to discuss our Northern Devon priorities and an opportunity for a round robin where participants can share where they are based and their current community projects. \nTea/Coffee and Cake are an essential part of our meeting. \nCommunity Development National Occupational Standards Overview \nCommunity development enables people to work collectively together in a structured and co-ordinated way to bring about positive social change to achieve equality\, social justice\, climate justice and human rights. It is underpinned by a clear set of values and ethical principles. \nThis long-term process starts with people’s own experience and enables communities* to work together to: \n● identify the needs and actions they wish to address \n● plan and take collective action \n● build on and strengthen their confidence\, skills and knowledge \n● challenge unequal power relationships \n● promote social justice\, equality and participation in order to improve the quality of their own lives\, the communities in which they live and societies of which they are a part. \nThe National Standards of Community Development identify 6 core areas \nKey Area 1: Understand and practise community development \nKey Area 2: Understand and engage with communities \nKey Area 3: Collective Action and Group work \nKey Area 4: Collaborative and cross-sectoral working \nKey Area 5: Community learning for social change \nKey Area 6: Governance and organisational development
URL:https://ndvs.org.uk/event/northern-devon-community-developers-forum/
LOCATION:Brynsworthy Environment Centre\, Main Meeting Room\, Fremington\, EX31 3NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Training
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