Contents: Moda news (5); Events (4); Training (4); Funding (3); Jobs (4)
MODA's and AGM will be held on Tuesday 23 March 2010 from 5 - 6pm at St
John's Church, Stratford, E15 1NG. If you wish to attend, you can reserve
a place by emailing info@moda.org.uk
Tuesday 23rd March 2010, 10-1pm; Ground Floor Berkley Business Centres,
Citygate House,
246-250 Romford Road,Forest Gate, E7 9HZ (Buses 25 and 86 stop outside
the building)
This useful FREE training session is aimed at people volunteering on
Management Committees and designing and managing projects involving volunteers.
It will explore the topic of stress and practical ways of minimising negative
stress in community/voluntary group project designs.
Practical exercises to reduce stress including the "tapping technique"
will be introduced.
The session will also provide an opportunity to network and learn from
people involved in a range of voluntary sector groups. Certificates of
attendance will be given to all participants.
Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. To book a place on this workshop please click here or contact Eyasu at Voluntary Network Centre Newham 020 8536 1937.
MODA is pleased to be working in partnership with Vitality Living and the Volunteer Network Centre, Newham to run this training session free of charge. If your organisation has other training needs MODA may be able to respond to please contact us by emailing info@moda.org.uk
MODA is running 2 free training sessions in Stratford which will focus
on practical fundraising skills, developing SMARTER projects and satisfying
the requirements for various funders. This training is suitable for Management
Committee members, staff and volunteers who are involved in fundraising
and wish to enhance their practical skills and knowledge. A light lunch
will be provided.
Practical Fundraising, Tues 9th march, 10-4pm;
Preparing proposals and projects for funding , Fri 12th March, 10-4pm
Both session will take place in St John's Church, Stratford E15 1NG. For further information or if you would like to attend please contact MODA info@moda.org.uk
In association with the Human Rights Watch Film Festival (17 - 27 March)
MODA is proud to present the UK premiere of Goran Paskaljevic's Honeymoons,
followed by a Q&A with the multi award-winning filmmaker. In his latest
feature, Paskaljevic explores migration through the stories of two young
couples as they leave their respective countries, Albania and Serbia,
hoping for a better life in the 'promised land' of Western Europe. On
arrival their dreams quickly disappear in the face of harsh realities.
Find out more and book tickets: http://www.hrw.org/en/iff/honeymoons.
Screenings:
Tuesday 23 March, 9.00pm Ritzy (http://www.picturehouses.co.uk/cinema/Ritzy_Picturehouse/)
Wednesday 24 March, 6.30pm ICA (http://www.ica.org.uk/23794/Film/Honeymoons-QA.html)
Application deadline: Friday 26 February 2010.
MODA is pleased to be working in partnership with the School for Social Entrepreneurs, Advice UK and Voice4Change England on an Enterprising Community Advisors Programme, beginning in April 2010. This is a 12 month- part time learning programme funded by the Equalities and Human Rights Commission.
It will involve weekly meetings at SSE Bethnal Green, to improve personal and professional development, enabling you to set up, or expand and develop advice and guidance organisations that meet the needs of under-represented groups or communities.
Bursaries are provided for these spaces, if you are interested in applying or for more information please contact Cynthia Quek (Programme Officer) (cynthia@sse.org) or visit www.sse.org.uk
8 March 2010, 3pm – 6pm
International Women’s Day is a symbol of women’s united action
for global equality. This Refugee Council celebratory event will take
place at the Brixton Refugee Council day centre. All women, and any women
with children, are invited. During the day there will be inspiring speeches
from women refugees, the Refugee Council Chief Executive and many others.
There will also be a variety of entertainment and activities. To book
a place, email Anne Akaki at anne.akaki@refugeecouncil.org.uk
or call 020 7346 6771 by 4 March 2010.
Comparing the impact on Irish and Muslim communities
5 March 2010, the Institute for the Study of European Transformations,
London Metropolitan University
This seminar will report on the first comparative research project examining the impact of counter-terrorism on Irish communities and Muslim communities in Britain. This ESRC-funded collaborative research involves academics based at London Metropolitan University and City University, London, with a long track-record of researching immigration, social cohesion, Islam, and the media.
For further information click here.
Migrants using media to turn around the immigration debate
University of East London, 29-30 March 2010
The ‘Migrants and the Media Project’ (MMP) and the ‘Centre
for Research on Migration, Refugees and
Belonging’ (CMRB) at the ‘University of East London’
(UEL) are organising a conference for groups
involved in media and cultural activities which promote a positive engagement
with the issue of
migration.
Contributors to plenary sessions will include Don Flynn, Migrants Rights Network, (UK), Nazek Ramadan, (UK), Aine O’Brien, FOMACS, (Ireland), Mica Nava, UEL, (UK), and speakers from other European organisations.
For further information and to book a place visit: http://www.migrantsresourcecentre.org.uk/
25 February 2010, Stratford Town Hall, FREE
The Roma Support Group are hosting a free conference to share their models
of good practise and to explore the Roma Community’s role in shaping
and delivering services. To book a place email dada@romasupportgroup.org.uk
This event is supported by the London Empowerment Partnership.
source: RCO e-news
Organised by SSE (School for Social Enterpreneurs), supported by Capacity
Builders.
“Fundraising!” - Wednesday 3rd March
2010; 11am-2:30pm
Want to hear about tricks and tips for successful fundraising? ...meet
other organisations and share experiences?...then join us for this free
session
“Coaching Techniques for Clients, Staff and Volunteers.”
- Monday 8th March 2010; 10am-1:30pm
Learn how to effectively use coaching techniques to work more effectively
with people...
Both events will take place at SSE London, 18 Victoria Park Sq, Bethnal
Green, E2 9PF (Nearest Tube: Bethnal Green). Spaces are open to SSE
students, Fellows as well as practitioners working in the London area.
Places are free but limited so RSVP NOW!
To book your place contact: cynthia.quek@sse.org.uk ; tel: 020 8981
0300
1 March, 9.30 am – 2.00 pm, Centenary Hall, St Mary’s Parish
Centre, Osterley, TW7 4PW
Women’s Organisations are facing an uncertain future as funders
and decision makers increasingly marginalise women-only services. Organisations
need to think seriously about finding ways to diversify income. This seminar
will look at how you can make your organisation more financially stable
by engaging with alternative funding options. This borough specific seminar
is tailored to address your needs as women’s organisations and will
include: Advice from local commissioners; Presentations by experts; Question
Time; Influencing local commissioners; Networking.
This event is FREE and open to all women’s organisations
in London. Lunch will be provided whilst you network. You will also have
the chance to sign up for further free training and support with WRC.
For further information email Samantha at Women’s Resource Centre,
samantha@wrc.org.uk
Women4Change Seminar
Thursday 25th February 2010; 11.45am - 4.30pm
Nelson Room, Ealing Town Hall, New Broadway, Ealing W5 2BY
Our Seminar is part of a series of events organised within our Women4Change
programme and aims to: provide perspectives & presentations on the
under-representation of women from Black Minority Ethnic, Refugee &
Migrant (BMER) communities within elected & appointed positions
and decision-making structures; examine the barriers that still exist
to BMER women's engagement and participation within diverse BMER communities,
community leadership & community organisations as well as within
mainstream public independent & political institutions, civic roles
and leadership positions.
Seminar targeted at: individuals & community reps from diverse BME
communities & professionals from Local Authorities, PCT, Voluntary
Sector & other agencies involved in or interested in breaking barriers
& delivering an Agenda4Change.
Costs per delegate: FREE but places must be booked in advance.
Contact: farah.chaudhry@taha.org.uk
Intensive course for anyone interested in learning more about life in
the UK
Starts 1st March 2010, and runs every Monday 12-2pm & Wednesday
12.15 -2.15pm for 4 weeks (Evening class coming soon!)
Why enrol on this course? This course has been inspired by the government’s
demand that people applying for citizenship pass a test that will examine
their knowledge of life in the UK. However we hope this course will
be of interest to all migrants, asylum seekers and refugees wanting
to know more about life in the UK.
What will I learn about? British National Institutions, British political system, Relationships between Britain and the rest of the world, Equality, The law and its application in our lives, Employment and benefits, Everyday needs, Culture shock and British traditions and customs
What are the requirements? 4 weeks commitment to both Monday and Wednesday class, Intermediate level of English (Level E3 minimum)
Interested? Contact Vivien Davidhazy at the Migrants Resource Centre on 020 7834 2505 ext 105 or email - viviend@migrants.org.uk and book a place.
Funding - BBC Children in Need's grants programme
Next deadline for appliactions: 15 April
Grants are open to organisations working with disadvantaged children and young people who are 18 years old and under. Your organisation and project must be based in the UK and you need to be a registered charity or other not-for-profit organisation.
Within the general grants programme, you can apply for: Small Grants of £10,000 or less per year for up to three years; Main Grants over £10,000 per year for up to three years
For further information visit http://www.bbc.co.uk/pudsey/grants/general_grants.shtml
Funding - Big Lottery - Big Chat
On 16 March 2010, 1pm to 3pm, the Chair of Big Lottery Fund, Sir
Clive Booth, will be taking part in a live web chat. Between now and 16
March you can send questions for Sir Clive to answer online.
For further information and to participate click here.
It is a year since our BIG thinking consultation, which helped us set out our strategic framework for developing new funding programmes. BIG chat is part of the continuing discussion we are having with individuals and communities that will inform the work of Big Lottery Fund.
Funding - Refugee Integration Awards Scheme (RISE) - England
Deadline for applications: 21 March 2010
RISE aims to unleash and encourage the potential of refugees as social
entrepreneurs. Grants of between £500 and £5,000 are available
to small groups of refugees and individuals to set up projects to help
make their communities happier and to support refugees to achieve their
full economic and social potential. For more information visit http://unltd.org.uk/template.php?ID=55&PageName=rise:refugeeawardsscheme
£25,520pa NJC 6.26 FT, based in SE1
deadline for applications 10am Friday 5th March, interviews Friday 12th
March
We are looking for someone who is passionate about volunteering to coordinate our work with volunteer involving organisations and improve volunteering in Southwark. Encouraging groups to develop good practice in volunteering is key to our work and this role is key in making the move from running a reactive, to a proactive service. You would be offering advice and support to groups, developing resources, training, and implementing the new pan London good practice charter whilst linking in with work going on across London and the Volunteer Centre network.
To find out more download an application pack at www.volunteercentres.org.uk or contact Barbara on 0207 703 4205 barbara@volunteercentres.org.uk
Deadline for Applications: Monday 8 March 2010 by 4pm
Salary: Up to £32,000 depending on skills and experience
Organisation: ILPA (Immigration Law Practitioners' Association)
Location: Central London
To run an exciting new project to support legal practitioners working with refugee children and young people. To coordinate and administer delivery of a training programme, publications and annual conferences to support this work, and forge links with ILPA’s influencing work. This post is funded by The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund. Download further details, application form and equal opportunities monitoring form. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 16 March and Wednesday 17 March 2010.
For further information click here - Contact: kit.eaves@ilpa.org.uk
Salary £26,258
Closing date for applications: Thursday 4th March 2010.
Interviews are provisionally set for the week commencing Monday 15th
March 2010.
If you’d like to enhance your fundraising career – while playing an integral role in one of today’s key issues – here’s the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. As the UK’s largest charity working with refugees and asylum seekers, we provide them with expert help and support. Through our work, we also challenge public misconceptions, negative stereotypes and prejudice – promoting widespread understanding, knowledge and respect.
The work of our fundraising team underpins everything we do - and Institutional
Giving has a key role to play in this process. This area of our work
is responsible for securing restricted and unrestricted income from
charitable trusts and foundations, companies and statutory sources.
In this role, you’ll be contributing to the development and implementation
of a successful Institutional Giving strategy. You will need to maintain
an awareness of other fundraising initiatives in order to promote a
coherent and integrated approach to the overall fundraising programme
and increase the profile of fundraising activity across the organisation.
With experience of raising funds from charitable trusts, companies and/or
statutory sources, you’ll have proved yourself capable of achieving
personal income targets, and of developing relationships with and account
management of large scale funders (over £50,000 p.a.).
For further information and an application pack click
here.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday
3rd March 2010.
Interviews will be in the week beginning Monday 15th March 2010
A worker is required by the NCADC (National Coalition of Anti-Deportation
Campaigns) to help the organisation achieve its aims of assisting people
facing removal/deportation. This is a professional development opportunity
for people with experience of asylum/refugee communities.
The successful candidate will cover the area currently served by our
NCADC South worker i.e. London, South and Wales. The post is presently
in a London office, but could be located elsewhere in the region. He
or she will undergo CRB checks and ideally have relevant experience
in most or all of the following areas: Supporting people at risk of
deportation; Campaigning against deportation; Delivering training; Voluntary
sector/community group activities; Promoting and facilitating co-operation
and the exchange of information between campaigning groups; Research
and communication on areas relevant to immigration, migration and deportation.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate substantial experience in working with people liable to deportation, some knowledge of UK immigration policies and systems, and a passion to help our organisation move towards its goals.
For further information and an application pack click here.
