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Issue 170.. -... 03 December 2008

24th February 2009; 10.40am-2.00pm
The Commonwealth Club, Westminster

This summer the Government announced a major refocus of the work of the UK Border Agency with around 7500 new staff up and down the country organised into Local Immigration Teams. As outlined in the Home Office document ‘Enforcing the Deal’ these teams will work with local authorities, public bodies and service providers to reduce immigration related crime and enforce immigration legislation. This Westminster Briefing will give delegates the opportunity to discuss and be informed on the Government’s proposals and the implications for immigration services, local authorities and service providers, businesses and police forces. Delegates will have the chance to engage with the panel in investigating key issues such as:

How can Local Immigration Teams work effectively with local authorities and police forces with regards to sharing information and ensuring good communication?

How best can Local Immigration Teams interact with local community groups and achieve buy in from citizens?

How can local authorities play an effective role in enforcing immigration law and identifying those here illegally whilst at the same time aiding integration of legal migrants through providing the necessary services and support?

How to ensure that the most serious offenders are identified and deported?

For further information on this event, or to book online, please click here or contact Jon Fuller on 020 7096 2920 or email jonathan.fuller@westminster-briefing.com

Monday 15 December 2008; 1:30 pm – 4.30pm
The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund,The County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB

This year’s meeting is titled “The human rights vision of equality: What does it mean for the BAME sector”?

ROTA is delighted to have as special guest speakers Bharat Mehta - Chief Executive of City Parochial Foundation and Vandna Gohil - Director of Voice4Change England.
For the formal business agenda, how to book or to appoint a proxy to vote on your behalf contact:
Saifur Valli saifur@rota.org.uk: 020 7729 1310.

To Book a place, please click here. Admission is free. Places are limited and early booking is advisable

The Refugee Research Centre/UEL invite you to IN FLUX, the culmination of artist Marie Ange Bordas' Leverhulme Residency at UEL. During her time at UEL, the artist has developed work around displacement and belonging through informal encounters with students and use of the Refugee Archive resources. She has also collaborated with Anita Fábos on her MA and undergraduate refugee modules, with the aim of stimulating students to challenge their assumptions about the research process and to encourage them to find new approaches to interact with people and explore concepts.

The event will open on December 10th at 17:00 in Matrix East when Marie Ange will show part of the artwork she produced, along with students' creative projects, and Anita Fábos will address the learning and teaching possibilities of this kind of collaboration for university programmes.

Throughout the week - 11th to the 17th of December- the creative projects produced by Anthropology of Refugees and Cultures of Exile students will be on display in the Library Foyer and the Refugee Archive.

And on December 15th (6pm - 9pm) in the Main Lecture Theatre Business School, Docklands Library Building, Anita Fábos will give the lecture "Refugees as Actors" and, together with John Nassari, host a roundtable discussion on approaches to refugee-centred representation in the Main Lecture Theatre at Business School.

For more information contact: influx.uel@gmail.com

Wednesday 10th December 2008, 10am-12.30pm
GLA, London's Living Room

On Wednesday 10th December 2008, London Assembly's Economic Development, Culture, Sport and Tourism Committee is holding a seminar examining London's response to the changing economic situation at City Hall. This free seminar will take place in London’s Living Room from 10:00am until 12:30pm, followed by a buffet lunch. It will focus on what is happening to London's economy and the role the Mayor, the London Development Agency (LDA) and other public bodies should be playing to support London's economy and maintain its competitiveness.

Speakers will look at a range of possible scenarios as to how the crisis could develop and how London can prepare for changing economic circumstances. This will be followed by a panel discussion. Guests will have the opportunity to submit in advance of the seminar questions to ask the panel on the day.

Places at the seminar will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Places can be secured by contacting Natalie Arthur (email: Natalie.Arthur@london.gov.uk or telephone: 020 7983 4397).

20 March 2009; 10 am, 4 pm

The 'Make a Difference' Campaign Roadshows are a series of 9 regional events organised in partnership between NCVO's Campaigning Effectiveness and Novas Scarman Group as part of the CapacityBuilders Improving Support programme for Campaigning and Advocacy.

The events are open to voluntary sector organisations, support provider/umbrella or second tier organisations, front line organisations and individual campaigners and are an opportunity to meet others involved in campaigning in your area, network, learn new skills and take part in workshops specific to the needs of your region.

The London event is supported by a number of other organisations, including London Civic Forum, Advice UK, Toynbee Hall and LVSC.

This event is free, but you need to book your place in advance. Find out more and book by contacting Tanja at NCVO.

For more information about this roadshow and to get involved please contact: Agnes.Gautier@adviceuk.org.uk or call 020 7407 6500.

Funding - Foyle Foundation: Health, Arts , Learning

source: HSCF Newsletter 27th November

Closing date for applications: Monday 8th December 2008 midnight.
Interviews: Friday 19th December 2008.
Ref: 8A1102FXN (full-time position) 8A1103FXN (0.6fte position)/
Fixed-term until 31 December 2009
Salary: £27,705-£33,057 per annum (pro rata if part-time)

Department of Applied Social Sciences Refugee Assessment & Guidance Unit (RAGU) is looking for one full time and one part time (0.6) Careers Adviser at the Refugee Assessment and Guidance Unit (RAGU). You will need significant experience of delivering advice and guidance, employment support services and training. Substantive experience of working with employers and knowledge of refugee issues are essential. Experience of working with refugee health professionals is desirable. This work is part of the pan London Building Bridges project for refugee healthcare professionals, funded by NHS London.

If you have a query please e-mail recruitment@londonmet.ac.uk quoting the post reference number or visit http://www.londonmet.ac.uk/staff/e-recruitment/

Salary:£25,000
Location:City of London
Closing Date:8 December 2008

The Latin American Women’s Rights Service is looking for a Violence Against Women Support and Prevention Coordinator to manage the project and its activities. Our VAW coordinator is moving on to a new post and LAWRS is seeking to fill the vacancy with a highly competent, motivated and creative individual.

You would be responsible for offering emotional & practical support to Latin American women experiencing domestic violence; undertaking education and awareness programmes within the Latin American community; and advocating and liaising with local organisations and statutory bodies for better treatment of gender abuse.

The successful candidate will be fluent in English and Spanish; have a minimum of one year’s recent experience in providing information and advice in the UK; have a mature understanding of gender issues within the context of minority ethnic communities and a thorough understanding of the issues facing Latin American women in London.

This post is open to Latin American women only. This post is for Latin American women only according to Section 5(2)(d) of the Race Relations Act 1976 and Section 7(2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Act.

For more information and application visit Latin American Women’s Rights Service website

CITIZENS OF THE WORLD (BROOKCARES) is looking for volunteers to assist with leaflet design, website design and general administration in our Barking office.

For further details please contact Johnmarie on 07950 123 684 or email brookcares@yahoo.co.uk



Issue 170.. -... 03 December 2008

About this service...

	Contents: Moda's News (2); Events (5); Training (3);Funding (2);Call(1) Jobs (4)


	MODA News - MODA GoldStar Conference: Voluntary Inspiration & Participation & Annual General Meeting
		Thursday 19th February 2009, 10.30am – 4pm (Conference) and 4pm – 5pm (AGM)
	MODA’s Goldstar Conference and Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday 19th February 2009 at St John’s Church (opposite Stratford shopping centre with disabled access). The theme of the day is “Voluntary Inspiration and Participation:involving volunteers from diverse communities”. At our last AGM we had a wonderful celebration of exotic cuisines from around the world from our diverse London communities. By popular demand we are again inviting groups to apply to MODA for a small grant (£50 towards ingredients and travel costs) to bring some cultural foods. Grants will be awarded to the first 10 applicants on a first come first served basis. Please hurry to return the form below if your group wishes to take part. We will then contact you to let you know if we are able to award your group a display stall, or a grant to bring foods. Food will be served at 1pm and there will be a prize awarded for the best presented culinary dish! Attendance to the conference and AGM is free. Please click here to book a place. 19th February is very close to the International Day for Mother Tongue Languages. We are encouraging groups to contact us if they would like to feature a MODA multilingual publication celebrating and promoting volunteering.



	MODA News - Community Leaders Development Programme
	The Community Leaders Development Programme aims to provide individuals from Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Refugee communities who live in London, with a flexible and tailored range of leadership development opportunities. This project has two elements: a programme of outreach, taster sessions and entry level training; and a range of longer support options to provide more intensive structured personal and professional development. The programme is funded by the LDA Opportunities Fund Round 2 and is run by London Voluntary Service Council in partnership with the School for Social Entrepreneurs, Race on the Agenda, MODA and Charitytraining.com. For more information please click here



	Events - Westminster Briefing - Managing Migration In Britain's Communities: Ensuring Fair and Effective Enforcement
	24th February 2009; 10.40am-2.00pm The Commonwealth Club, Westminster This summer the Government announced a major refocus of the work of the UK Border Agency with around 7500 new staff up and down the country organised into Local Immigration Teams. As outlined in the Home Office document ‘Enforcing the Deal’ these teams will work with local authorities, public bodies and service providers to reduce immigration related crime and enforce immigration legislation. This Westminster Briefing will give delegates the opportunity to discuss and be informed on the Government’s proposals and the implications for immigration services, local authorities and service providers, businesses and police forces. Delegates will have the chance to engage with the panel in investigating key issues such as: How can Local Immigration Teams work effectively with local authorities and police forces with regards to sharing information and ensuring good communication? How best can Local Immigration Teams interact with local community groups and achieve buy in from citizens? How can local authorities play an effective role in enforcing immigration law and identifying those here illegally whilst at the same time aiding integration of legal migrants through providing the necessary services and support? How to ensure that the most serious offenders are identified and deported? For further information on this event, or to book online, please click here or contact Jon Fuller on 020 7096 2920 or email jonathan.fuller@westminster-briefing.com



	Events - ROTA AGM
	Monday 15 December 2008; 1:30 pm – 4.30pm The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund,The County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB This year’s meeting is titled “The human rights vision of equality: What does it mean for the BAME sector”? ROTA is delighted to have as special guest speakers Bharat Mehta - Chief Executive of City Parochial Foundation and Vandna Gohil - Director of Voice4Change England. For the formal business agenda, how to book or to appoint a proxy to vote on your behalf contact: Saifur Valli saifur@rota.org.uk: 020 7729 1310. To Book a place, please click here. Admission is free. Places are limited and early booking is advisable



	Events - In flux event at UEA
	The Refugee Research Centre/UEL invite you to IN FLUX, the culmination of artist Marie Ange Bordas' Leverhulme Residency at UEL. During her time at UEL, the artist has developed work around displacement and belonging through informal encounters with students and use of the Refugee Archive resources. She has also collaborated with Anita Fábos on her MA and undergraduate refugee modules, with the aim of stimulating students to challenge their assumptions about the research process and to encourage them to find new approaches to interact with people and explore concepts. The event will open on December 10th at 17:00 in Matrix East when Marie Ange will show part of the artwork she produced, along with students' creative projects, and Anita Fábos will address the learning and teaching possibilities of this kind of collaboration for university programmes. Throughout the week - 11th to the 17th of December- the creative projects produced by Anthropology of Refugees and Cultures of Exile students will be on display in the Library Foyer and the Refugee Archive. And on December 15th (6pm - 9pm) in the Main Lecture Theatre Business School, Docklands Library Building, Anita Fábos will give the lecture "Refugees as Actors" and, together with John Nassari, host a roundtable discussion on approaches to refugee-centred representation in the Main Lecture Theatre at Business School. For more information contact: influx.uel@gmail.com



	Events - London Assembly Seminar
	Wednesday 10th December 2008, 10am-12.30pm GLA, London's Living Room On Wednesday 10th December 2008, London Assembly's Economic Development, Culture, Sport and Tourism Committee is holding a seminar examining London's response to the changing economic situation at City Hall. This free seminar will take place in London’s Living Room from 10:00am until 12:30pm, followed by a buffet lunch. It will focus on what is happening to London's economy and the role the Mayor, the London Development Agency (LDA) and other public bodies should be playing to support London's economy and maintain its competitiveness. Speakers will look at a range of possible scenarios as to how the crisis could develop and how London can prepare for changing economic circumstances. This will be followed by a panel discussion. Guests will have the opportunity to submit in advance of the seminar questions to ask the panel on the day. Places at the seminar will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Places can be secured by contacting Natalie Arthur (email: Natalie.Arthur@london.gov.uk or telephone: 020 7983 4397).



	Events - London 'Make a Difference' Campaign Roadshow
	20 March 2009; 10 am, 4 pm The 'Make a Difference' Campaign Roadshows are a series of 9 regional events organised in partnership between NCVO's Campaigning Effectiveness and Novas Scarman Group as part of the CapacityBuilders Improving Support programme for Campaigning and Advocacy. The events are open to voluntary sector organisations, support provider/umbrella or second tier organisations, front line organisations and individual campaigners and are an opportunity to meet others involved in campaigning in your area, network, learn new skills and take part in workshops specific to the needs of your region. The London event is supported by a number of other organisations, including London Civic Forum, Advice UK, Toynbee Hall and LVSC. This event is free, but you need to book your place in advance. Find out more and book by contacting Tanja at NCVO. For more information about this roadshow and to get involved please contact: Agnes.Gautier@adviceuk.org.uk or call 020 7407 6500.
	LVSC website


	Training - Introduction to Working in the Children & Young People's Workforce
	There are three different modes of attendance, choose the one which suits you best: Cohort 1:9.30 – 5pm (Tuesdays) 13 January, 20 January, 27 January and 3 February 2009 – Stratford E15 Cohort 2: 9.30 – 5pm (4 day half term block) 16-19 February 2009 – Stratford E15 Cohort 3: Residential option: 6pm-9pm (Wednesdays) 14 Jan and 4 Feb 2009, plus residential; Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, 23-25 January 2009. This option will include outdoor activities as part of the programme and will be at an outdoor centre venue (tbc) LECP is piloting the Children’s Workforce Development Council (CWDC) Generic Level 1&2 Induction for Practitioners in four boroughs, Newham, Redbridge Barking & Dagenham and Tower Hamlets. The training is aimed at providing new workers (or those new to their role) with a comprehensive introduction into the key themes of integrated working with Children and Young People. Taking part in this pilot will give you the opportunity to meet colleagues from across the four boroughs and from a wide range of backgrounds and services. The course is made up of seven modules: Module 1: Understand the principles and values essential for working with children and young people Module 2: Understanding your role as a worker Module 3; Understanding Health and Safety Module 4: Know how to communicate effectively Module 5:Understand the development of children and young people Module 6:Safeguard children (keep them safe from harm) Module 7:Develop yourself For more information and to apply please contact Training & Development, London East Connexions Partnership, 4th Floor Solar House, 1-9 Romford Road., Stratford, London E15 4LJ training@londoneastconnexions.co.uk Tel: 020-8536-3630, Fax: 020-8534-2830



	Training - Refugee Council Training: Key Issues in Asylum
	22 January 2009; 9.30 - 16.30; 240-250 Ferndale Road, London Entry Price: £160(statutory/educational body/business) £99 (NGO/voluntary organisation Frequent changes to asylum legislation and policy can make it difficult to get on top of the issues and to ensure you are offering your clients the best advice or most effective practice. This course allows delegates to meet this challenge, by providing an introduction to the key structures in the asylum system: The distinctions between refugees, asylum seekers and other migrant groups; The current international context of asylum and the causes of flight of refugees;The current legislative structure including the New Asylum Model (NAM); Where asylum applications are logged (at port and in-country); The role and structure of the UK Border Agency (UKBA) Asylum Teams; The Case resolution programme; The asylum determination process including the appeal process. For further information and bookings : Tel. 02073466733; Email training@refugeecouncil.org.uk



	Training - Providence Row: Hate Crime Training
	Thursday 15th January 1.30 – 4.30pm Providence Row Satellite Centre, 41 Spelman Street, London, E1 5LQ Do you work in Tower Hamlets and would you like FREE training? Providence Row offer hate crime training in January, covering the following topics: • Gain an understanding of what it is • Find out how hate crime differs from other crimes • Learn about the many impacts • Find out how to report hate crime • Learn how to challenge discriminatory behaviour Please RSVP Graham Baines on 020 7422 6381 or gbaines@providencerow.org.uk to book a place. There is a maximum of 15 places. Places are allocated on a first come first serve basis. If there are more than 15 people further training sessions can be arranged



	Funding - Foyle Foundation: Health, Arts , Learning
	Grant size available: The majority of grants will be in the range of £10,000 to £50,000. Applications for less than £10,000 per year will generally not be accepted. The maximum grant will not normally exceed £500,000 and may be payable over several years. The Foyle Foundation is an independent grantmaking trust that distributes grants generally of £10,000 to £50,000 to UK charities whose core work is in the areas of Arts, Learning, and Health. Funding themes (areas of interest): Arts: The Foundation seeks applications that make a strong artistic case for support in either the performing or visual arts, that particularly help you to deliver your artistic vision. Learning: The Foundation seeks to make a difference by supporting projects which facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and which have a long-term strategic impact. Health: The Foundation’s main priorities for support are projects or core work that makes an active contribution to improved health care and smaller health charities, including those for rare or distressing conditions. For more information click here.
	source: HSCF Newsletter 27th November


	Funding - The Links Foundation
	The Links Foundation was established as a company with charitable status in 2003. The charity aims to benefit communities throughout the UK by providing, or assisting, in the provision of facilities or services necessary to improve their conditions of life. This will be achieved by supporting projects which meet the following criteria: - Advancing people’s education - Reducing significant disadvantage - Assisting those in conditions of poverty, need or distress - Providing for recreational or other leisure time occupation The average spend per project is currently about £20,000. Guidelines and application deadlines are posted on the Foundation website. Application forms can be downloaded from here.
	source: HSCF Newsletter 27th November


	Call - Prague 2009: Call for proposals:Quality and performance in Social Services in Europe
	European Social Services Conference, Prague 22-24 June, 2009 Deadline: 31/12/2008 Would you like to present your innovative ‘best practice’ project - and lead an interactive, international discussion on the social issues that it addresses - at the next European Social Services Conference, which will take place from 22-24 June 2009 in Prague? The theme of the next conference is: ‘Quality and performance in Social Services in Europe’ Please click on the links to download the following documents: Theme of the Conference , Workshop Guidelines and the Workshop Proposal Form. For further information please contact Sarah Wellburn at sarah.wellburn@esn-eu.org



	Jobs - MRN seeks a Treasurer
	Closing date for applications: Friday 12th December 2008 MRN is currently looking for a Treasurer to serve on our Board of Trustees and to liaise with its secretariat in London. The ideal candidate will have a background in accountancy, preferably within the charity or not-for profit sector and will have a serious commitment to the MRN's aims an values and specifically to fostering migrants’ human rights. MRN has a very active and diverse Board of Trustees which is currently made up of seven members who are responsible for the overall management of the organisation. The Board is supported by a Policy Advisory Group and these two bodies together provide representation from across England, Scotland and Wales, further enabling the MRN to meet the needs of its network members. The Treasurer will be a member of the Board of Trustees and will exercise governance responsibility for the financial health of the charity, reporting on this at intervals to the Board. We are looking for somebody with a strong knowledge of financial management, who would be willing to commit on a voluntary basis to this exciting role for a minimum of one year. If you think that this somebody could be you and would like to express your interest please send a cover letter along with your CV at info@migrantsrights.org.uk. To learn more about the key responsibilities that this role involves, please read full job specification (click here).



	Jobs - RAGU: Careers Advisers posts (full-time and part-time)
	Closing date for applications: Monday 8th December 2008 midnight. Interviews: Friday 19th December 2008. Ref: 8A1102FXN (full-time position) 8A1103FXN (0.6fte position)/ Fixed-term until 31 December 2009 Salary: £27,705-£33,057 per annum (pro rata if part-time) Department of Applied Social Sciences Refugee Assessment & Guidance Unit (RAGU) is looking for one full time and one part time (0.6) Careers Adviser at the Refugee Assessment and Guidance Unit (RAGU). You will need significant experience of delivering advice and guidance, employment support services and training. Substantive experience of working with employers and knowledge of refugee issues are essential. Experience of working with refugee health professionals is desirable. This work is part of the pan London Building Bridges project for refugee healthcare professionals, funded by NHS London. If you have a query please e-mail recruitment@londonmet.ac.uk quoting the post reference number or visit http://www.londonmet.ac.uk/staff/e-recruitment/



	Jobs - Violence Against Women Support and Prevention Worker
	Salary:£25,000 Location:City of London Closing Date:8 December 2008 The Latin American Women’s Rights Service is looking for a Violence Against Women Support and Prevention Coordinator to manage the project and its activities. Our VAW coordinator is moving on to a new post and LAWRS is seeking to fill the vacancy with a highly competent, motivated and creative individual. You would be responsible for offering emotional & practical support to Latin American women experiencing domestic violence; undertaking education and awareness programmes within the Latin American community; and advocating and liaising with local organisations and statutory bodies for better treatment of gender abuse. The successful candidate will be fluent in English and Spanish; have a minimum of one year’s recent experience in providing information and advice in the UK; have a mature understanding of gender issues within the context of minority ethnic communities and a thorough understanding of the issues facing Latin American women in London. This post is open to Latin American women only. This post is for Latin American women only according to Section 5(2)(d) of the Race Relations Act 1976 and Section 7(2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Act. For more information and application visit Latin American Women’s Rights Service website
	source: LVSC website


	Jobs - Citizens of The World volunteer call
	CITIZENS OF THE WORLD (BROOKCARES) is looking for volunteers to assist with leaflet design, website design and general administration in our Barking office. For further details please contact Johnmarie on 07950 123 684 or email brookcares@yahoo.co.uk



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