April 2010
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Listing events on our website in the South West region is free - please complete the form which is available below and send to: jack.horwood@equalitysouthwest.org.uk
9th - 11th April - The Art of Listening - Radstock, Somerset
We often assume we are listening to other when in fact our attention is still turned inward to listen to our self rather that turned outward towards the other. Deep listening require a person to be still, to be open to the other, to suspend beliefs and assumptions, to allow one’s self to be changed by this unique and precious meeting. Listening at this level is rare in our society. It is a spiritual and moral practice and becomes transformative for the individual and society. Gill Wyatt will facilitate this process using personal exploration, meditation and group discussion. Experience exercises and dialogue will allow participants to learn and practice the skills of stillness, openness, suspension and empathy.
For more details or to book a place contact: centre@ammerdown.org, 01761 433709 or visit: Ammerdown
16th April - Advocating for Apprenticeships – London
This conference will bring together union reps and officers who have decades of experience in negotiating on and recruiting apprentices with those who may be welcoming apprentices into their workplace for the first time. Full details and booking can be found: TUC
20th April - Working with people who self-injure workshops - Bristol
The Bristol Crisis Centre for Women are organising this workshop for workers from statutory and voluntary sector agencies who work with people who self-injure. Topics include: Why do people self-injure? ; What are their needs? ; What issues does self-injury raise for workers? ; Responding helpfully. Includes lunch/refreshments. Cost: £125 statutory (10+ employees) £95 voluntary organizations and individuals. Please email to: bcsw@btconnect.com or contact 0117 927 9600 for any other information. This workshop also takes place on 28th April.
This seminar is for Equality and Diversity Specialists, Leads and Champions and takes place from 9.30-16.30. Those attending this interactive seminar will be provided with the opportunity to build on their existing skills and learn new approaches to old problems. They will find the seminar full of practical tips and techniques for making a real difference and how they can apply the learning to everyday situations and familiar challenges.
How to book your place email your details to: admin@addedvaluelearning.co.uk
Funded by the CETT SWitch, the University of the West of England (UWE) and the Western Training Provider Network (WTPN) have worked with a wide range of organisations to identify successful practice and key learning points in implementation of the 2007 – 2012 Workforce Strategy for the Further Education and Training Sector. The aim is to disseminate and share the outcomes of this research with management, HR, teachers, trainers and researchers and to share and stimulate further reflection with regard to successful practices in diversifying the workforce. Paula Jones, Chief Executive, Learning SouthWest, will be a keynote speaker. From 2pm – 5pm (registration from 1.30). To reserve a place, contact Sue Tainton Sue.Tainton@uwe.ac.uk Telephone 0117 3284222
An opportunity to get involved in a Kabaddi Masterclass. The idea behind the Masterclass is to teach local sports/educational professionals so that they can then teach children/others and WDDC Sports Development Team are helping to deliver this. We hope this will encourage more children to take part. Contact Kris Hallett kris.hallett@dorsetcommunityaction.org
This informative and interactive event will provide you with an opportunity to hear first hand from an Ofsted Inspector. The event also aims to introduce the new website developed specifically to help network members. The event will provide inspiration about how to embed equality and diversity.
This event is taking place at the Taunton Conference Centre, Somerset College on Wednesday 28th April 2010. A programme and booking form is available below:
Please return booking forms to Jack Horwood by e-mailing: jack.horwood@equalitysouthwest.org.uk or telephone: 01823 250816
With latest statistics indicating that little progress has been made in tackling human trafficking in the UK, the Government has strengthened its commitment to eradicate this phenomenon with the launch of Update to the UK Action Plan on Tackling Human Trafficking in October 2009. Delegates will have the opportunity to debate, share vital best practice, and network with colleagues from across the law enforcement, local authority, government and NGO landscape.
This event is taking place on Thursday 29th April 2010 at Taunton Conference Centre, Somerset College. A full programme and booking form is available below. This event is FREE to VCS organisations, £60 for Public Sector and £80 for Private Sector organisations.
Equality South West send out a weekly e:bulletin which provides links to events, consultations and publications relating to Equality and Diversity. To sign up for the ESW E:Bulletin please fill out a contact form which is available here: ESW Contact Form
20th April - Leading on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights - Bristol
21st April - Promoting and supporting diversity in the south west further education and training workforce (free event)
26 April – Kabaddi Masterclass for Dorset sports/educational professionals
28th April - SW Learning Providers Network Annual Conference - Taunton
28th April - Human Trafficking in the UK: Strengthening Prevention, Prosecution and Protection - Westminister, London
For further details, please visit: Public Policy
29th April - Rise to the Race Equality Challenge - Be Inspired! (SW Race Equality Forum AGM) - Taunton
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