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NEWS Issue No. 58 Spring 2012

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AVOW’s Silver Jubilee 2013 ‘MAD’ GrantCelebrate with us!

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For 25 years AVOW has been serving the voluntary and community organisations of Wrexham by providing advice, support and resources to make for a more robust and influential third sector. To say Thank You for all the support from the Third Sector in Wrexham, AVOW created the Silver Jubilee Make a Difference Grant Fund. We aim to raise £10,000 which will be distributed to worthy causes throughout Wrexham County Borough outlining a project that will “make a difference” .Our own fundraising efforts as well as contributions from some prominent businesses in Wrexham will make up the fund pot and organisations and community groups will be able to apply from June, this year.2013 is the year you can go MAD (Make a difference) and (make a donation) to the AVOW Jubilee MAD Grant Scheme.

You can make contributions to the ‘MAD’ Grant in various ways: • Online (through AVOW website, click the button Just Giving or directly through www.justgiving.com/AVOW-MAD-Grant• In person (please donate in our buildings or at any events in 2013) • Through mobile (To make your donation TEXT AVOW00 plus either 5 or 10 (for your donation value) to 70070. All of your donation will go into the grant scheme for distributing to voluntary & community groups across Wrexham in 2013.For more information about AVOW Silver Jubilee or MAD Grant please visit www.avow.org/silver25

Celebrate AVOW’s Silver Jubilee with us!Check out AVOW’s website, Facebook and Twitter for more information about upcoming events, which will celebrate the organisation’s 25th Anniversary! Get involved with your organisation and your community. Visit www.avow.org/silver25, Like us on Facebook and Follow @AvowWrexham

For regular news and updates, follow us on:

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AVOW | Tŷ Avow 21 Egerton Street | 21 Stryd Egerton

Wrexham | Wrecsam | LL11 1NDTel/Ffôn: 01978 312556

Fax/Ffacs: 01978 352046info@avow.org | www.avow.org

In this issue

03 NewsHistory of Volunteering in Wrexham Project, Members Meeting

04 Info for your organisationNominations Open for Volunteer Awards, Promotion Services

05 Info for your organisationWhat’s the frequency?, Streamlining Gift Aid

06 Info for your organisationAVOW Payroll Services, An opportunity you can’t miss

07 Grants & FundingLloyds TSB Foundation Funding Surgery, GwirVol Grants Workshop, Grants Fit for Funding, Ideas Fund Innovators

08 AVOW NewsThe Land to star in American Documentary

09 AVOW NewsPlay Continues..., Little Sunflowers wins Gold Award, Your Birthday Party at Little Sunflowers

10 Info for youNew Serive for Carers, Peer Mentoring Project, Announcing Free Portable Checks for Volunteers

11 Info for youB2C Get Involved!, Success of the 4th Homeless Collection

12 Info for youDAFFA vs Flintshire Flyers, Welfare Reform, Promoting Health Eating & Being More Active

13 TrainingWCVA Training, FLVC & DVSC Training, AVOW Membership

14 TrainingAVOW Training Courses

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What do you think about AVOW NEWS?We hope you enjoy AVOW Spring News. Please share with us what you think about it, by emailing info@avow.org or calling 01978 312556.

Members Meeting Tuesday 12 March 2013

2pm in Tŷ Avow, 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham

Guest SpeakerKevin Roberts

Communities 2.0The IT project to help individuals and organisations maximise IT technology

Have you ever volunteered in the Wrexham area?Share your story and photos with us!W r e x h a m County Borough

has a rich history and culture of volunteering throughout the town, its villages and communities whereby volunteers help to shape society and community spirit.As part of our 25th anniversary, our Silver Jubilee we are arranging an exhibition to demonstrate this commitment, but we need your help to do it - we need your information, your stories, your pictures, your memories and everything to do with volunteering to showcase the dedication of

volunteers in Wrexham. Tell us your story, share your experience. If you:• Have ever been involved in a volunteering

project• Have any photos, artefacts,

poems or stories about a project involving volunteers

• Are a keen local historian willing to share information

• Volunteered for your community

Please get in touch with us no matter how long ago it was. Share with us how you helped make a difference to the region and the people who live here.Contact John.Ellis@avow.org or phone 01978 312556

If your organisation helps people who will be affected by the Welfare Reform and the drive to get people to do everything online, you need to come to this!

History of Volunteering in Wrexham Project

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AVOW Trustees & StaffTo find out more about AVOW Trustees and Staff please visit our website www.avow.org/our-trustees/ and www.avow.org/about-us/our-staff/

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Working in partnership with Glŷndwr University & Calon FM

You can check Media Students’ films and radio ads on www.avow.org/news/work-with-media-studentsRemember that you can promote your organisation/community group on Calon FM, email aleksandra.zembrzuska@avow.org for more information.

Nominations are now open for Wales’s premier awards scheme recognising the work of the many dedicated and inspirational individuals and groups of volunteers across the country.

Run by third sector umbrella

group Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) since 2004, the scheme has five nomination categories:

• Individuals (age 25 and over)

• young people (under 25 years)

• groups

• ‘green’ volunteers

• trustees

Last year’s winners included a teenaged disabled sportsman, a group reviving the fortunes of a flagship Welsh nature reserve that had been closed to the public, and a campaigning mother whose son nearly died from meningitis.

‘The continuing interest in the Volunteer of the Year Awards proves that no matter how hard times are, people are still willing

to do what they can for others,’ said Graham Benfield OBE, Chief Executive of WCVA.

‘Volunteers are an inspiration, and the quality of nominations each year shows us just how strong the voluntary sector and volunteering ethos is in Wales. The Wales Volunteer of the Year Awards is the opportunity for us to repay their efforts by saying thank you on a national stage.’

The closing date for nominations is 12 April. Forms will be available to download as Word documents, and you can also fill in an electronic form at wcva.org.uk. Hard copies are available from WCVA’s Helpdesk by calling 0800 2888 329. Alternatively follow us at facebook.com/walescva and twitter.com/walescva and search for #voty2013.

Nominations Open for Premier Volunteer Awards

• Event• New service/project• Job vacancies• Anything else!

on AVOW website/mailout flyer/newsletter

It is easy to submit your information!

Go to

www. avow.org/promoservices/

and complete the formAll material MUST be bilingual. You can translate this yourself or we can do it for a small fee (5p per word)

More details about this service are available using the link above or call 01978 312556 or email reception@avow.org

Did you know that you can promote your...

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What’s the Frequency? From 31st December 2012 it became illegal to broadcast anything on the old radio channel 69 frequency, which has now been allocated to the 4g mobile phone network. Any Community Building using this frequency for its sound system has to switch to an alternative, namely channel 38. However to use channel 38, or any channel other than channel 70, Community Buildings will need to obtain a licence. Many Community Buildings with existing equipment will be using channel 70 so will not be immediately affected, nor will they need a license provided

not more than four microphones are used. There does, however, appear to be some doubt about the continuing use of channel 70 once the 4g networks are established. Contact the Ofcom Licensing Centre (OLC) by: Email: licensingcentre@ofcom.org.ukTel: 0300 1231000 / 0207981 3131Post: Ofcom Licensing Centre, PO BOX 56373, London SE1 9SZ or Website: www.ofcom.org.uk/licensing

Streamlining Gift Aid eases administrative burden for charity shops

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is lifting the administrative burden for organisations claiming Gift Aid on the proceeds of donors’ goods sold by charity shops.

Gift Aid is a tax relief on donations of money by individuals, with the donor having to pay at least the same amount of income tax or capital gains tax as the charity reclaims from HMRC on the donation.In 2006, the third sector devised a way for Gift Aid to be applied to the proceeds of goods sold by charities on behalf of their supporters. Instead of giving the goods to the shops for the shop to sell, the shop sells the goods on behalf of the supporter, offering them the choice of taking the money – less a sales commission - or giving it to the charity under Gift Aid.Currently, charities are required to write to a donor before they can claim Gift Aid on the proceeds from each sale, so that the donor can confirm that they are UK taxpayersThe new rules allow donors to make a one-off Gift Aid declaration that covers donations of up to £100 - or £1,000 of future sale proceeds - in a tax year without the shop needing to seek the supporter’s permission to claim the tax relief. The charity will need to write to the donor only when sale proceeds exceed the amount.The new procedures apply from April 2013. HMRC will publish detailed guidance on them shortly.

You can read AVOW’s Newsletters online, visit www.avow.org/publicationsYou will find there AVOW quarterly Newsletter; Health, Social Care and Wellbeing and Wrexham Carers Service Newsletters as well as Funding Bulletin.

E-NewsletterIf you would prefer this Newsletter by email please let us know by emailing reception@avow.org or subscribe online www.avow.org/subscribe-to-newsletters/

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AVOW PAYROLL SERVICESLet us take care of ALL your payroll needsAVOW provides a payroll service for voluntary and community organisations as well as small businesses throughout Wrexham County Borough. We also provide payroll for people in receipt of Direct Payments, ILF and Individual Budgets. The service provide:A set of standard forms• Time sheets• Variation of pay forms• Hours to be paid formA structured timetableSo you know when to provide information in time for your pay day.A secure systemYour authorized signatory will sign off every payment so that no payment is ever made without authorisation.A choice of ways to pay your staffPay details can be sent to you so that you pay your staff directly.Alternatively, you can provide a cheque for the whole payroll amount to AVOW and then we will pay your staff by BACS into their respective accounts.Inland RevenueIncome Tax and National Insurance payments will be deducted from your staff members in line with their current documentation. We will provide you with details of your PAYE & NI liabilities for the period, or if you use our BACS service we will deal with the payments to HMRC on your behalf.

Other Services provided• Deal with HMRC on your behalf• Monthy payroll invoicing• Keep you up to date with changes in legislation

i.e. Minimum Wage etc.

Pricing policyAt AVOW we want to make sure that you understand your bill when it arrives and can see that you have been fairly charged for the work undertaken.

What you can expect from fully qualified staff• 8 Years of experience in independent living• Flexible to accommodate your needs• Friendly, reliable service in the heart of your local

community• Take care of all your PAYE + NI responsibilities• Superior customer service• Value for money• High quality performance• Up to date with current legislation including Real

Time Information & Pension Autoenrolement

For further information or quote please contact AVOW Accounts & Payroll Team by email finance@avow.org / phone 01978 312556

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Do you need a new website or database but don’t know where to start? A third year Applied Computing student at Glyndwr University needs practical experience and wants to help a third sector organisation by creating either a website or database. Please contact Piotr Tomalski directly through his email piotrtomalski@gmail.com

An opportunity you can’t miss

Having Payroll done at AVOW makes direct payments easier.”Joanne Perera - customer

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The training aims to provide an understanding of funders expectations and tips to improve the quality of applications

• Learn how to write concise and compelling funding applications• Have an overview of the current funding climate in Wales.• Learn how to improve the chances of a funding application

being accepted.• Have the ability to meet Grant Givers expectations

You can book online at www.avow.org/training-booking, by email: communitycourses@avow.org or call: 01978 312556.

Grants Fit for Funding Course Thursday 13th

June 2013

GwirVol Grants Workshop

Do you want a grant to fund new opportunities for Young Volunteers aged 14-25? GwirVol staff are coming to AVOW on Tuesday 30th April 2013 to give additional information about the grants, and give a workshop on ‘How to Apply’. There are three different types of grant:• Creating Opportunities: For the creation of new youth volunteering projects, new youth volunteering roles or to recruit more young people into existing volunteering roles; up to a maximum amount of £10,000.• MillenniumVolunteers: To recognise the commitment young people give to volunteering, by offering the 200 hour award of excellence; grants can be up to a maximum amount of £10,000.• International:To develop overseas volunteering opportunities that benefit young people and their communities in Wales; up to a maximum amount of £30,000.The 2013 GwirVol grant scheme opens for applications on 1st March 2013, and will close in June, 2013.

Lloyds TSB Foundation Funding Surgery Wednesday 22nd May 2013

A day of pre-booked appointments has been organised with Mike Lewis, Grant Manager Wales for Lloyds TSB Foundation for England and Wales. Registered charities can apply for grants for projects which meet the Foundation’s Mission statement “To enable disadvantaged people to play a fuller role in the community of their choice”Appointments will only be given to organisations with a firm proposal to present. To apply for an appointment you must:• complete the online eligibility procedure which can be

found at: www.lloydstsbfoundations.org.uk. • contact Heather Hicks on heather.hicks@avow.org or

01978 312556 to request an appointment.

A new deadline has been announced for the Ideas Fund Innovators scheme, sponsored by IdeasTap.Each application round (there are four per year) offers ten awards of £1,000 to young people within the UK between the ages of 16 and 25 who have a creative project in any artistic discipline that they want to get off the ground. In the past, dance and film projects, music videos and photography collectives have been supported. The next deadline for applications is 4th April 2013 www.tinyurl.com/a65lxnz

Ideas Fund Innovators

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Play continues...

he AVOW adventure playground, known as The Land, has attracted international attention due to its unique way to provide

and encourage play, with the result, of an online pledge to raise capital funding for a documentary to be filmed in the spring 2013. The Land is a “junk” playground located by the Opportunities Centre in Plas Madoc and managed by the AVOW Play Department. Fundraising for the documentary began in December 2012 and on 8th January 2013 the target of $9500 was met. A total of 106 backers from various parts of the world recognise the importance of play provision and as a result have pledged money ranging from $1-$1000. One donor said “this could turn into one of the most valuable playwork teaching resources ever. I’m in!! love it!!Celebrating its first birthday on 8th January 2013, over 9000 visits have been made to the playground by children and young people living in Plas Madoc and surrounding areas.Claire Griffiths, AVOW Play Department Manager said: this is such an exciting time for the community and AVOW, we are looking forward to welcoming

the film crew in the spring. It is encouraging that so many people recognise the value of children’s opportunities to experience free play and the importance of taking risks during childhood”John Gallanders, Chief Officer for AVOW said: “This is a fantastic acknowledgement for all the work that has gone into making “The Land” such a success. This is our Silver Jubilee Year and we are looking forward to celebrating all our successes together.”The documentary film trailer can be seen here :www.kickstarter.com/projects/playmovie/back-to-the-land-an-adventure-play-documentary

The Land to star in American Documentary

AVOW NEWST

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Thanks to the Welsh Government the AVOW Play Department will continue its services until at least 2015.

The funding will ensure that play continues in Plas Madoc and Brynteg but will also expand into the seven other communities within the urban villages cluster to include

Street play from March onwards.In addition, success from a grant from Children in Need will employ an inclusion play worker

providing support to children and families within Wrexham in particular to those children who need extra support to access play.For information on any of AVOW’s play services please contact 01978 813912.

Play continues...

Early Years’ Birthday Parties

at Plas Madoc Integrated Children’s Centre (ICC)

Your Birthday Party can be arranged during

• weekdays from 4.30pm

• anytime at weekends

Great parties & fun with toys to keep every child entertained!

Cost of the party depends on the number of children attending and a

variety of entertainment included. Prices may vary, please ask for more

information.

There is a possibility to:

• Invite Ollie the AVOW octopus mascot

• Do Arts & Crafts

• Make Birthday place mats - a laminated handprint of every child present

For more information, booking and prices contact Sharon Evans

AVOW Plas Madoc Community Development Department | The Opportunities Centre

Hampden Way | Plas Madoc | Wrexham | LL14 3US

Tel: 01978 813914 / 822505 | Fax: 01978 813919 | sharon.evans@avow.org | www.avow.org

Your Birthday Party at Little Sunflowers

The Welsh Government initiative “designed to smile” is an oral health improvement program to encourage children to brush their teeth regularly. This is done through the child care setting and Little Sunflowers flying start (for 2 to 3 year olds) have recently been awarded the gold award for their commitment over the last three years. Say Cheese!!!

Little Sunflowers win gold award

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Everyday first aid sessionsA two hour session tailor-made for those caring for someone at home to cope with a situation requiring first aid.Sessions available throughout April and May, 2013.Something for both of youWhilst the person you care for enjoys a therapeutic massage by a Red Cross volunteer you can have time to yourself.

These one hour sessions in Ty Avow allow for a 30 or 40 minute therapy session and a hot drink and chat by British Red Cross volunteers, whist the carer enjoys time and space for themselves.To enable more carers to take advantage of this fabulous service we will restrict a maximum of six sessions per carer / cared for.Please contact Wrexham Carers Information Service for dates and times for both services. Phone free on 0800 276 1070

New Services for Carers

The Government has announced that the new updating service will be available free of charge to volunteers.From Spring of this year individuals will no longer have to apply for a new criminal record check each time they apply for a position. Instead, they will only have to apply once to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a certificate and then go online for an instant check to find out if the existing certificate is still up to date. The new updating service will also allow organisations to check online whether new information has been added to the certificate since it was issued. For many volunteers and paid employees this will mean that they need only have one certificate to cover activities across multiple organisations as long as it relates to working with the same vulnerable group. This will end the need for individuals to apply for multiple checks to work with different organisations and volunteers will be able to use the service for free when applying

for different volunteering opportunities. For paid employees there will be an annual subscription fee which will be less than the cost of a new check.The updating system is expected to be in place for spring 2013 alongside the introduction of a single issue certificate supplied to the volunteer or paid employee only.The employing organisation will no longer receive their copy. However, the Criminal Records Unit (CRU) will be able to check online to see if a certificate has been issued and whether it is clear. In some limited circumstances we will also be able to request that a copy be sent directly to CRU for employer use.For more information visit www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agenciespublic-bodies/dbs/WCVA CRU is always on hand to answer any queries 0800 0197 3918, cru@wcva.org.uk, www.wcva-cru.org.uk

Announcing free portable checks for volunteers

From 1st January 2013 - AVOW regrettably ceased to deliver the Peer Mentoring Scheme in Wrexham. The Project influenced a high number of outcomes for Service Users with regards to voluntary work, employment and training. The Scheme is now being delivered by CAIS and can be contacted on – www.cais.co.uk Telephone 01492 523 040

Peer Mentoring Project

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Business Supporting Communities is not about money, it’s about time, expertise and providing valuable practical and in-kind support for the Third Sector in North Wales.“Get Involved” is the new newsletter from the B2C Team aimed at helping Businesses learn about volunteering opportunities across Wrexham.Marketing Assistance, Techniquest, Wrexham Techniquest are a not for profit organisation local to Wrexham and are looking for assistance in creating Newsletters, Press releases and general Marketing StrategiesCeiriog Valley Bowling ClubThe bowling club are looking to improve their facilities and make them easier to maintain. They have a list of materials they require for this. Contact us if you think you can help.Flintshire & Wrexham Aspire to Inspire Are you a business professional in work or retired. Could you volunteer as a Mentor for an individual, community group or voluntary organisation - 2 hours per month?If you think your group or organisation could benefit from B2C help, please contact us. Or if you know of a business that could help us, please let us know.

B2C Get involved!

VOW were overwhelmed by the response from the community in its fourth homeless collection. Residents of Wrexham County

Borough have shown their generosity and greatly supported homeless people in Wrexham and surrounding villages through their donations to help during winter 2012. This time AVOW partnered with Ysgol Rhiwabon as part of the Welsh Baccalaurate qualification. The school students have hours dedicated to community participation and decided to organise a food bank in the school. Six form students sorted through the items donated which were then distributed to homeless and vulnerable people in areas such as Rubon, Cefn Mawr and Acrefair. A sleep out was also organised to raise funds through sponsorship which was incredibly successful. Six people, ranging from employees of AVOW to a Welsh Assembly civil servant, braved the freezing temperature and slept in the AVOW car park all night and walked the streets and area of Wrexham Town providing aid.

These donations enabled us to provide food for a Christmas party at the local drop-in with everyone receiving a box of chocolates, a present and a food parcel with a warm fleece. We also put together over 60 food parcels to help people over the Christmas period.Peter Jones, the Coordinator of the appeal, said once again this year I am amazed at the amount of donations made to the project now in its fourth year. The people of Wrexham have shown that even in such difficult times they are still able to support those less fortunate than themselves. I cannot say thank you enough I would also like to thank the students at Ysgol Rhiwabon for their help. Pat Gooding director 14 to 19 studies in Ysgol Rhiwabon said “the students have been involved in the project for the first time this year as part of their community work within their Welsh baccalaureate programme of study. They have benefited greatly from the experience and now have a greater insight into the plight of the homeless in the locality as well as nationally.

Success of the 4th homeless collection

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Info for your organisation

You can find out more information on AVOW’s website www.avow.org and www.avow.org/media-and-publications (Current Consulations, Members Ebriefing, Information Sheets, Links Directory). For fresh,

daily news check www.avow.org/news, our Facebook page and Twitter @AvowWrexham

DAFFA vs Flintshire Flyers Football Friday 15th March 2013

Kick off at 1pmGlyndŵr Astro Turf

DAFFA (Drug and Alcohol Free Football Association) take on the Flintshire Flyers in a Football Match to celebrate and promote AVOWs Silver Jubilee taking place throughout the year. The event is open to all spectators and will have media coverage.

Does your organisation help to encourage more people to be active and enjoy nutritious food? If so we would really like to hear about your experiences! We would also like to be able to provide more evidence as to how much the voluntary sector does locally. If your organisation does work in this area please get in touch with Janet Radford (01978 312556 or janet.radford@avow.org) so you can be placed on a circulation list to receive a questionnaire and information about potential funding opportunities in the future.

As the changes in benefit entitlements come in over the next few months the third sector is going to face considerable challenges to meet the needs of the people they support. Not only are incomes going to fall as benefits are capped and people have to pay rent and council tax contributions, but public services are being reduced at the same time. Wrexham County Borough Council recently held a workshop for public and voluntary sector organisations. Delegates heard about the changes and what they would mean in practice. It was clear increasing numbers of vulnerable people will be much worse off in the future.The afternoon was devoted to dealing with hypothetical but realistic case studies, where participants from all sectors contributed how they would support the individuals or where they would refer. It was agreed that there were areas of work such as debt management, benefits applications and housing which were specialist services requiring referrals to organisations such as CAB, Shelter and Welfare Rights services that had the expertise. The information will be used to support organisations to work effectively together locally.As time moves on there will be more information becoming available and some local organisations will be organising events. Keep an eye on the AVOW website www.avow.org for more information.

Promoting Healthy Eating and Being More Active in Wrexham!

Welfare Reform

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Info for you

Training Provided by WCVA

Introductory certificate in fundraising12th March 2013 at WCVA - Rhyl

Training Skills20th March 2013 at WCVA - Rhyl

Engaging with seldom heard individuals and communities21st March 2013 at Conwy Business Centre

An introduction to legacy fundraising18th April 2013 at WCVA - Aberystwyth

Project management basics for EU funded projects23rd April 2013 at WCVA - Rhyl

An introduction to legacy fundraising2nd May 2013 at WCVA - Rhyl

Dealing with disciplinaries and grievances13th October 2013 at WCVA - Rhyl

0800 2888 329 07797 805628 help@wcva.org.uk www.wcva.org.uk

• in Flintshire CVC visit www.flvc.org.uk, email: info@flvc.org.uk or tel. 01352 744000

• in Denbigshire CVC visit www.dvsc.co.uk, email: office@dvsc.co.uk or tel. 01824 702441• Introduction to being a Trustee 7th March• Governance 11th March• Roles & Responsibilities of Trustees & Management Committee Members 18th March• Data Protection Workshop 6th March

Training courses

AVOW membershipWe are here to help you, your organisation and your community

AVOW is a One stop Shop for all voluntary & community activity across Wrexham

We provide the following for members:• DISCOUNTS on training courses & room hire; Specialist Information; Advice & Support; Financial Services (payroll and audit);

Community Development Support (funding and grants); Voice & Representation; Networking, learning and connecting; Services, equipment loan, room hire and office accommodation; Promotion of your events, services, job vacancies on AVOW website and newsletter (to book online please visit www.avow.org/promoservices); Regular mailings – keeping you informed of the latest developments in the voluntary sector

Joining AVOW is easy!AVOW membership for organisations can cost less than £1 per month, but Volunteers are supported FREE of charge for any advice and support required. To join, or if you would like a member of the AVOW team to discuss any aspect of membership contact 01978 312556, email

reception@avow.org, or go to www.avow.org/about-avow/become-a-member

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AVOW provides a range of training opportunities for individuals, voluntary and community groups with the aim of encouraging the improvement of skills and sustainability of local services. AVOW is committed to supporting individuals and groups with achieving their goals and as a local charity, AVOW is well placed and experienced in providing community training.

TRAINING COURSES

AVOW members will benefit from 10% discount off each training course. To become a member please contact AVOW on 01978 312556.

You can book courses online at www.avow.org/training-booking, by email: communitycourses@avow.org or call 01978 312556.

AVOW provides a range of courses and services for the voluntary and community sector. For further details please view the AVOW website www.avow.org/training/

Level 2 Health and Safety 20th March 2013

9.30am-4.30pm£38.50 per person

The training aims to provide participants with an understanding of the principles of health and safety

and accident prevention10 Steps to Achieving Green Dragon

26th March 201310am-1pm

£22.50 per personThe training aims to provide participants with help to organisations to complete part of the requirement to

achieving level 2 Green Dragon Auditing StandardVolunteering Recruitment

16th April 20139am-1pm

£20 per personThe training aims to provide participants with

understanding how to successfully recruit and retain volunteers

Emergency First Aid at Work (HSE) 24th April 2013

9.30am-4.30pm£38.50 per person

The training aims to provide participants with techniques in resuscitation, managing breathing

problems and treating other serious conditionsCharity Accounting

3rd May 20139am-5pm

£38.50 per personThe training aims to provide participants with an

understanding of accounting requirements, book keeping practices, tax matters and guidelines on

charitable trading

How to identity financial & governance problems BEFORE your organisation

starts to go off track 15th May 2013

9am-1pm£20 per person

The training aims to provide participants with understanding how trustees and managers

can identify financial and operational risks and hidden problems that can have devastating effects on your organisation

Marketing & Social Media 17th May 2013

9am-4.30pm£38.50 per person

Participants will gain an understanding and tips of marketing, communications and social

media in voluntary organisationsIT

11th June 20139am-1pm

£20 per personThe training aims to provide participants with

Understand the benefits and disadvantages of various IT infrastructure systems for

voluntary and community organisations to ensure the implementation of cost effective

solutionsGrants Fit for Funding

13th June 2013 For more information see p. 7

Booking is essential!

All courses will take place at Ty Avow, 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham unless stated otherwise.