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IN OUR COMMUNITIES
The East...
What’s on Where and
When!
Friday 1st May 2015
EVENTS
The North...
The West...
Coalfields...
Calling all local heritage enthusiasts! Elba Park Show and Tell Heritage Event Saturday 2nd May and Saturday 16th May, 10am - 12 noon at Bournmoor Cricket Club. The Elba Park Heritage Project is an exciting opportunity to bring together into one unique collection, the memories and memorabilia
from the Lambton Coke Works site and the wider Coalfields. Groundwork NE & Cumbria, with funding from Heritage Lottery Fund are delivering a community project to celebrate the coal mining history of Elba Park and the Coalfields. The Elba Park Heritage Project will capture the story
of life in the coalfields when coal was king and the local pits and coke works set the pace of everyday life. Do you remember life here in the past? Come along to Bournmoor Cricket Club Saturday 2nd May and Saturday
16th May between 10am and 12pm for a Local Heritage Show and Tell Day. Bring your memories, mining memorabilia, favourite family recipes and photographs or maps of the Coalfields area to share and help make sure
that younger generations learn about their local heritage. Everyone is welcome, so come alon g even if you have nothing to share. Come and discover the hidden heritage of Elba Park. Refreshments provided! We need your old photos!
Can’t make the Show and Tell Day? Help us to discover what Elba Park and the surrounding areas looked like in the times of the Lambton Coke Works. Please get in touch if you have any photos of the people or the place around
Lambton Coke Works during the mining era. We want to build the big picture, so any images of places and general life in the area will be useful to us.
At the end of the project, the collection of memories and memorabilia will be available through a specially designed website and as a resource pack for local schools, so that the story of life in the coalfields is not forgotten. For further information, or to submit your photos contact Claire Hutchinson on 0191 567 2550 or
[email protected] Claire Hutchinson , Senior Project Officer - Tyne & Wear. Groundwork North East & Cumbria. Tel: (0191) 567 2550 ext 328.
Please note: my normal working week is Monday - Wednesday
Washington...
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City Wide...
Tall Ships Taster. People in Sunderland will have the chance to experience life aboard a Tall Ship this summer.
Sunderland will be one of the host ports for the Tall Ships Race in 2018. In the meantime, the Tall Ships Youth Trust
will bring the Starvos S Niarchos, a 200ft brig, to the River Wear on 4 July. From 12noon -5pm the decks will be open to the public to explore and learn more about a modern day square rigged brig. For those who want to experience sailing a tall ship, there’s a five night taster voyage taking place ahead of the open day and after there’s a chance for
12-15 year-olds to get on board and learn to sail a tall ship. The taster session sails from Blyt h to Sunderland between June 28 and July 3. The opportunity is open to all 18 to 80 year -olds and the price is £429.
The school activities week will sail from Sunderland to Blyth between 5 and 10 July. The trip is a chance for youngsters between 12 and 15 to build confidence and develop team work while learning to sail a tall ship.
The price is £479 per person with a bursary of £145 available. For more information see www.tallships.org
Region Wide... Immigration Detention: A British addiction. Monday 15th June 2015 Middlesbrough. Morning
presentations 11.00-13.00 Afternoon workshop 13.30 to 15.00 Hosted at The Hub (Teesside University Students’ Union), Southfield Road, Middlesbrough TS1 3BA
Join them for this special public event on immigration detention in the UK, the recent Parliamentary Inquiry on Detention, and how you can get involved in the fight for detention reform
Book your place on Eventbrite http://www.eventbrite.com/e/immigration-detention-a-british-addiction-tickets-16765502068 The UK’s approach to Immigration detention is a unique. The UK detains more migrants than any other European
country except Greece and is alone in detaining them indefinitel y, without time limit, sometimes for years on end. Indefinite detention not only devastates the lives of the individuals locked up without trial - it also hurts families and
communities who lose people to detention, and must welcome them back once they are released. Earlier this year, people in the North-East spoke out about this unfair, disproportionate and unnecessary loss of
liberty. Locals both directly and indirectly affected by immigration detention came together and gave testimony to the first-ever Parliamentary Inquiry on Detention, who published their report in March. Based on these, and hundreds of other testimonies, the Detention Inquiry report concluded that ‘we cannot go as we
are’. The cross-party panel of parliamentarians found the current detention system ‘expensive, ineffective and unjust’ and called for immediate detention reform: a time limit on detention, the introduction of community -based
alternatives and an end to the ‘enforcement-focused culture’ of the Home Office. Momentum for reforming the UK’s detention estate has only mounted since the report’s publication, with the Labour
Party joining the Liberal Democrats, the Green Party and the Scottish National Party in supporting the recommendation of a time limit. But in the immediate aftermath of the general election, will the political pressure lead to change? And what are the most urgent steps that can be taken to make sure it does? How do we cure our
country’s addiction to detention? Join us for this special all-day public event made up of two key sessions:
Morning presentations: 11.00 to 13.00
Reflections on the Parliamentary Inquiry on Detention’s findings and recommendations
What’s next? The call to action
Speakers include
Jerome Phelps, Director, Detention Action
Eiri Ohtani, Co-ordinator, The Detention Forum
Speakers from asylum and refugee communities in the North East who contributed to the region’s
submission
Afternoon workshop: 13.30 to 15.00
Detention Action and Detention Forum will run a workshop sharing their experiences of supporting those both in detention and those at risk of being detained This event is organised jointly by Detention Action, The Detention Forum, Regional Refugee Forum North East and
the North of England Refugee Service Further information contact Wendy Elliot [email protected]
Information Security & Cloud Computing Seminar. Date: 7 May 2015.
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm Location: Miners Institute, Neville Hall, Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 1SE
How would you cope if sensitive information got into the wrong hands? How might this happen?
Many charities overlook the importance of data protection and information security until it’s too late, but the penalties can be severe. Learn practical hints, useful information and cost effective ways to mitigate possible risks.
This seminar will consider the impact of information security and learn about the challenges facing charities, consider your organisation’s information assets and discuss mobile working (cloud based solutions and mobile devices).
All those who attend the seminar will be able sign up to a FREE information audit for your organisation and be supported with practical advice around an information security policy during the assessment.
Seminar aims To appreciate the information assets your organisation holds.
To better understand the risks within information security.
To share some useful tips, information and contacts which can help you to make on -going improvements in your security policies.
To better understand how cloud computing may benefit your organisation.
About the seminar : This seminar is aimed at providing you with up to date information while offering you the chance to learn and discuss an area of increasing concern for the Information Commissioner’s O ffice. We also
provide the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge around information assets your organisation holds, how best to secure that information and concerns, within the sector, from the Information Commissioner’s Office.
You will receive professional advice surrounding cloud computing, the benefits of cloud computing, legal responsibilities of information in the cloud and more.
The seminar will also run through what an information assessment looks like for your organisation and how to develop an information policy to mitigate potential risks. Who should attend this seminar? This seminar is suitable for operations managers, project managers,
trustees/directors, those who use and work with sensitive information on mobile devices or those that wish to learn more about implementing a data protection and information security policy.
How to book: To book a place on the seminar – please contact Chris Orrick, [email protected], 0191 275 5059 Seminar delivery: The seminar will be jointly facilitated by and delivered by Dave Lloyd from Signacure and Phil
Richardson from Atlas Cloud.
DFW Adoption are very excited to launch a new project within the charity called ‘AdoptAbility’. AdoptAbility are working hard to break down the presumed barriers and stigma of disabled
parenting through adoption. They hope to recruit disabled people who have thought about adoption but don’t know how to go about it, or don’t think it could ever happen for them because of their disability.
DFW are a voluntary charity, however the AdoptAbility scheme has received government grant funding. They are hopeful this government endorsement will be a positive start in developing and establishing AdoptAbility as a
specialist resource in both the adoption and disability communitie s. DFW Adoption are holding the AdoptAbility launch on Thursday 28 May 2015, between 2pm and 7pm at Disability
North, The Dene Centre, Castle Farm Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1PH. This launch will give supporters, peers and most importantly potential a dopters with disabilities the opportunity to visit them to get an understanding of who they are, how they work and the opportunity to ask any questions.
To book your place please click on the following link: Adoptability Launch. AdoptAbility Aim: AdoptAbility is a scheme which we believe has the potential to help people with a disability to
become loving parents through adoption, and also potentially place children with or without a disability in a loving home, to spread the message to disabled people hoping to be adopters that we are here in the North East and aim
to support and guide, whilst also helping us to dispel some of the myths surrounding disabled parenting and adoption. If you have any further enquiries regarding the AdoptAbilit y scheme or the Launch, do not hesitate to contact DFW on [email protected] or call us on 0191 386 3719
Kevin Wright, Marketing & Events Manager Disability North, The Dene Centre, Castle Farm Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 1PH
0191 284 0480 | [email protected] | www.disabilitynorth.org.uk
Why not tee off for Disability North and take part in our charity golf day at Hexham Golf Club on Friday 5 June 2015. Disability North are looking for teams of four to take part. So, if you fancy a
competitive game of golf and some great hospitality, all in the name of a good cause, this is the event for you. The
entry fee is £250 for a team of four. The cost covers the fourball, barbecue, halfway house refreshments and prizes. You can book your place online by visiting the Events section of the Disability North website by clicking on the
following link: Disability North Golf Day. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Disability North is a free Independent Living Service which promotes social inclusion, independence and choice for disabled and older people in the North East of England and Cumbria. Our Mission: Disability North promotes inclusion, independence and
choice for disabled people in the region. Dates for your diary: Treasure Trial -The Spy Mission Sunday 31st May 2015 - Are you looking for an afternoon of fun, excitement and mystery? Disability North and our colleagues at
Treasure Trails are delivering a unique treasure hunt experience around Newcastle upon Tyne, based around the theme of a special spy mission. Spoil a Good Walk for a Good Cause! Friday 5th June 2015 - Tee off for Disability
North and take part in our charity golf day at Hexham Golf Club. Disability North is looki ng for teams of four to take part . So, if you fancy a competitive game of golf, along with some great hospitality at this beautiful location, this is the event for you. The Disability North Gala Dinner - Wednesday 9th September 2013, Newcastle Racecourse. Enjoy
a fabulous evening with a drinks reception, three course meal, raffle and disco. Kevin Wright, Marketing & Events Manager. Disability North, The Dene Centre, Castle Farm Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 1PH. 0191 284
0480 | [email protected] | www.disabilitynorth.org.uk
Training... Walk Leader Training Course. Date : Monday 18th May 2015. Time : 9.00 – 12.30
Venue : Herrington Country Park Rangers Office What is Volunteer Walk Leader training? The Volunteer Walk Leader course is a free course for anyone who would
like to lead walks for Sunderland City Councils Wellness Walking Programme , as part of the national Walking for Health scheme. This can include front, middle or back markers.
Walking for Health is part of England’s largest network of health walk s chemes, helping all kinds of people to lead a more active lifestyle. Our walks are led by friendly, knowledgeable people, specially trained for the job. Along with fellow walkers, our walk leaders provide all the advice and encouragement a new walker nee ds to build fitness at a
pace that’s right for them. In just a short time, a small amount of regular exercise can significantly improve a person’s health, well-being and confidence. And from what our walkers tell us, there’s plenty of laughter to be
heard on our walks. By the end of the course you will: Understand what Walking for health is about. Understand the benefits of walking
and physical activity. Get to know the role of a walk leader. Information on mental health and learning disabilities. Have access to follow-up support and resources to help people make the most of your skills, including a Volunteer Walk Leader manual. Be confident to lead a health walk in due course (following the guidance that goes with the
progress card) Have met and shared best practice with other walk leaders What to take on the day: Suitable clothing and footwear – you will be taking part in a short demonstration health
walk. Your own snacks and/or drinks – unfortunately no catering will be provided. There is a café within the training venue.
What is expected of you after the training day? When you have completed the walk leader training day your cascade trainer will sign and date your progress card to show that you have attended the training session. They will also need to sign off the following stages of your
progress card. You will then observe 1-2 health walks and take note of how the existing walk leaders run them. The final stage is to lead your own walk. When you have completed these stages, and your progress card has been fully
signed off, you will be a fully qualified walk leader and will receive your certificate from your coordinator.
For information – Lots of people like to start by “back marking” and you will not be expected to do anything you are not comfortable with. A back marker is a trained leader who walks with the back of the group of walkers, making
sure no-one gets left behind. You will be part of the national network of health walk schemes and will have the opportunity to attend meetings and walk lea der get together with the scheme coordinator and other walk leaders as
well as being given access to further training and support. The course is being delivered for those wanting to become a Volunteer for the Wellness Walking Programme here in
Sunderland, and for those delivering their own walking programmes in Sunderland. However, any remaining places will be offered to others from outside of the area. Should you wish to reserve a place please confirm at your earliest opportunity.
Please feel free to forward this email to others who may be interested in leading walks and attending the course. Should you have any queries about anything contained in this email, please don’t hesitate to contact Laura Bartlett
Laura Bartlett, Sport & Physical Activity Delivery Officer. People Directorate. Sunderland City Council. South Hylton House, Hylton Bank, Sunderland. SR4 0JL T: 0191 561 4693 E: [email protected]
The Red Cross are offering Everyday First Aid awareness sessions free of charge - to groups in
our target areas, although any donations will happily be accepted . Sessions will cover skills relevant to your group
and can be delivered at your own venue. At the minute our focus is on homelessness, alcohol/drug related issues and people with health issues e.g. heart problems, suffered a s troke, COPD etc. The offer is for the user and family, friends, carers and volunteers who are involved with the person. If you feel that this is something which would sui t your service users/volunteers then please get in touch. The sessions can be tailored to suit the audience with topics of their choice. Everyday First Aid is for everyone - it’s suitable for all ages and abilities. It’s a new way of teaching life-saving skills, which is easy to learn, easy to recall and simple to do, by focusing on the most important first aid skill required in a
particular emergency situation. There are 19 skills to choose from, such as dealing with choking, heart attack, bleeds, burns and scalds.
For more information please contact: Nikki Willis, Service Coordinator Adult Education. British Red Cross Croft House. Western Avenue. Newcastle upon Tyne. NE4 8SR
0191 2737961 07803 013232 Email [email protected]
Please Note - this training is only available in these wards: Castletown, Red House, Southwick, Fulwell and Roker/St Peter’s wards in Sunderland, and Biddick Hall and All Saints, Boldon Colliery, Cleadon and East Bold on,
Whitburn and Marsden and Whiteleas in South Shields.
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