Making every Muslim child matter On the 14th of July 2008, the first national independent Muslim youth work organisation, Muslim Youth Skills, was launched at the ‘Islam Expo’ event, Hammersmith, London. “The main concerns for young Muslims, according to research, are the mundane ones; drugs, alcohol, relationships, getting a job, not extremism. We are at a crucial [...] [...more]
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Awareness (OCN Accredited Level 1) An essential course for anyone who needs a thorough and up-to-date introduction to drug use and related issues. Date: Wednesday 23nd July 2008 Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm Venue: Voluntary Action Leicester Cost: £140 This course will increase your confidence in understanding more about drugs and the impacts they have on our [...] [...more]
Are you equipped with the necessary skills and techniques? Date: Tuesday 22nd August Time: 9.30am - 4pm Venue: Voluntary Action Leicester Cost: £110 Develop your understanding of marketing and use it to your advantage. This course clarifies the importance and relevance of marketing within a changing Voluntary and Community Sector environment. Introduction to Marketing Contact Reno Xavier, Training Consultant for more details and [...] [...more]
Successful Leadership and Management for the Future Do you inspire confidence and motivate your staff to deliver excellence? Leaders are not just born they are made! Date: Tuesday 19th August Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm Venue: Voluntary Action Leicester Cost: £65 A thought provoking session designed to sharpen your leadership skills. Leadership Contact Reno Xavier, Training Consultant for more details and a booking form on: T. [...] [...more]
Performance Management, Supervision & Appraisal Skills Do you want to improve the performance of your staff? Make use of this opportunity to develop your supervision skills and increase your understanding of management theories/practice. Performance Management, Effective Supervision and Appraisal Skills - pdf flyer Contact Reno Xavier, Training Consultant for more details and a booking form on: T. 0116 257 5024 E. [...] [...more]
Voluntary Action Leicester is to host the Leicester Volunteering Convention on Wednesday 9th July from 3.30pm – 8pm. The event will include a range of workshops and a talk by specialist speaker Simon Richards on “The National Profile of Volunteering”. Please download the application form to register your place. [...more]
Turning Point Women’s Centre is delivering the Make It Happen Project in New Parks. The project is being delivered in partnership with Braunstone Working and New Parks Community Centre. This project has been running since February 2008, commencing with the training of a team of local residents in community development and mentoring skills. Following on from this, the [...] [...more]
Citizens Eye offers training and media services to the Third Sector: 1. Consultations - short term Training courses/workshops - eg copy writing, how to use the media, preparing marketing materials etc. 2. Consultations - medium term Communications Strategies - work with organisations or partnership groups on compiling realistic strategies for promoting their services to their target audience. The aim [...] [...more]
Introduction to Train the Trainer Do you need some fresh inspiration? Are you a new Trainer? This course will equip you with the skills and techniques to deliver training sessions. Trainer Course details Reno Xavier Training Consultant Trading For Change 0116 257 5024 reno@voluntaryactionleicester.org.uk [...more]
Basic LGB Awareness courses at Voluntary Action Leicester 17th July / 28th August. Details & booking form - click below or book online PTT Booking Form The Pink Triangle Training Company is committed to providing quality awareness training and consultancy on sexual orientation issues. Between 5% and 10% of the UK workforce identifies as lesbian, gay or bisexual. At least [...] [...more]
