Community Development Workshops in February
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- Tuesday, 07 January 2025 11:14
- Lynn Dougal
Durham Community Action run Community Development Workshops to assist voluntary and community groups to manage their organisations effectively
All workshops take place online and are fully funded; attendance is free although booking in advance is required to secure places. Please click on the links below for full details
Tuesday 4 February 10.00 - 11.30am
This workshop is aimed at staff and volunteers who are responsible for volunteer recruitment. It will cover understanding the recruitment process, how to diversify recruitment, writing an attractive role description, and promoting your recruitment opportunities.
Safeguarding Responsibilities within the Voluntary Sector
Tuesday 11 February 10.00 - 11.30am
This workshop is aimed at volunteer-led organisations and community groups. It will cover the importance of having a safeguarding policy, understanding your responsibilities for safeguarding within your organisation and what to include in your safeguarding policy.
Thursday 20 February 10.00 - 11.30am
This workshop is aimed at staff and volunteers who are responsible for volunteer management.
It will cover how the law applies to recruiting, supporting and managing volunteers, understanding the Disclosure and Barrings process and when it is required, using the correct language when recruiting volunteers, and identifying the difference between good practice and the law when working with volunteers.
Employing Staff for the First Time in Voluntary Sector Organisations
Tuesday 25 February 10.00 - 11.30am
This workshop is aimed at volunteer led organisations and community groups. It will look at getting your organisation ready to employ staff, understanding your responsibilities as an employer, identifying employment law considerations and establishing where to get further support
