Community Exchange

This is the Activelink Community Exchange noticeboard.

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Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland / Irish Hospice Foundation: Professional Certificate in Children and Loss (Level 9)

It is a two-module postgraduate course, accredited at Level 9. It is designed to equip practitioners including social workers, counsellors, psychotherapists, and teachers or others working with children, with the skills to understand bereavement and loss and its impact on children and young people and to support them on their grief journey.

Dublin / Online
  • Training

HUGG Volunteering Information Session

We will hold a LIVE Volunteering Information Session over Zoom on Thursday 18th April at 1.15pm to 1.45pm. Our information sessions provide a brief background on HUGG, and details on everything involved in volunteering with HUGG including what opportunities are available, and what training and supports we offer.

Online / Zoom
  • Events

May Leadership Academy Breakfast Club: “Leading with Vulnerability”

Please join us at the last Breakfast Club of Series 2 on Leadership and Vulnerability. Vulnerability within leadership refers to leaders who share their emotions with their team in the hope that it will build team trust and resilience. The event is free and open to anyone in the sector, at any stage of their leadership journey.

Naas, Co Kildare
  • Events

Mid West ARIES: Online Workshop Timetable May 2024

Mid West Recovery Education Service (ARIES) are delighted to announce our free May 2024 online schedule. Mid West ARIES aims to provide the Mid West Region with an inspirational and inclusive educational programme on recovery and wellbeing in mental health.

Online
  • Training

IDEA Webinar Series: Exploring Contemporary Crises and Issues through GCE session #3 'Getting to Grips with Greenwashing’

This webinar series aims to strengthen understanding of current crises and increase educators’ capacity and confidence to address them in educational settings. This third session will address the theme of ‘greenwashing’ as a global justice issue and equip educators to address it in their practice.

Online / Zoom
  • Events

Focus Ireland: Ring of Kerry Cycle July 2024

Be part of the solution to ending homelessness and join 1,000 Focus Ireland Cyclists at the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle for Focus Ireland on July 6. Embrace the breathtaking beauty of Ireland’s coastline as you cycle to support Focus Ireland services.

Co Kerry
  • Fundraisers

Concern Worldwide: Sudan Crisis Appeal

One of the worst humanitarian catastrophes in decades is unfolding in Sudan. Sudan is in crisis while the world looks away. Our expert teams are on the ground providing vital aid. The people of Sudan urgently need more support. Please donate today.

Nationwide
  • Fundraisers

HSE: safeTALK (Suicide Alertness for Everyone) - Mayo

The HSE provide free suicide intervention/prevention training in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. There is a safeTALK in the McWilliam Park Hotel in Claremorris on Tuesday, 30 April. Please note all training is free of charge and for persons over 18’s.

Claremorris, Co Mayo
  • Training

Public Interest Law Alliance (PILA) Services and Events

PILA aims to develop public interest law in Ireland. The centrepiece of PILA’s work is the Pro Bono Referral Scheme, which supports civil society organisations in obtaining pro bono legal assistance where they do not have the resources or in-house expertise.

Nationwide
  • Services & Requests

Suicide Bereavement Training for Professionals

Suicide Bereavement Training for Professionals is a one-day training where participants’ awareness of the unique aspects associated with suicide bereavement is enhanced. Participants develop greater understanding and awareness of support needed for people who have lost someone through suicide.

Kildare
  • Training

Irish Aftercare Network: Network Meeting

Do you work with Care Leavers? The Irish Aftercare Network are hosting a network meeting on Thursday 25th April 2024 in Limerick. The Network provides advice and support to people working with care leavers in Ireland.

Limerick

Ireland Funds Heart of the Community Fund 2024

The Ireland Funds, the global philanthropic network, has opened applications for its Heart of the Community Fund 2024, which will provide funding to organisations delivering services and supports to people across the island of Ireland. Applications are open until 3rd May 2024.

Nationwide
  • Funding

Councils Urged to back Pilot County Philanthropic Funds in 10M Euro Partnership

Community Foundation Ireland publishes ‘A Sense of Place’ Local Election Manifesto. Councils are being urged to back the roll out of pilot local funds which would see private giving and public funding working together to deliver community services.

Nationwide
  • News

Friends of the Earth: 50th Anniversary Education Day

As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Friends of the Earth, we invite you to join us for a day of enlightenment and empowerment at our Education Day event. This special occasion will be a culmination of insights, discussions, and reflections on the journey towards environmental justice and sustainability.

Inchicore, Dublin
  • Events

Community Impact Network: Training Courses

Community Impact Network does this through provision of Training, Mentoring, Governance & Best Practice, Collaboration & Technology support to members. Partnerships are developed between statutory, community and voluntary services which will enhance services for older people.

Nationwide
  • Training

Volunteer for Big Brother/ Peer Mentor for Young Man

Big Brother / Peer Mentor required to befriend, support & help to build the confidence of a 19 year old young man who has been struggling with chronic pain & fatigue for sometime.

Dundrum, Dublin 16
  • Volunteering

Dublin Dance Festival: Volunteers

Whether it's about experiencing dance for the first time, meeting like-minded people or starting a new career path - volunteering puts you at the heart of it all.

Dublin
  • Volunteering

IICP College: Professional Diploma in Integrative Supervision

This year-long course is intended for people from a variety of disciplines who are intending, beginning, or already practising supervisors. Professionally accredited by IACP, this course is designed to enable individuals to extend their understanding and knowledge of supervision, incorporating theoretical inputs with opportunities for group discussion and experiential exercises.

Dublin 24 & Online
  • Training

Boardmatch: Charity Trustee Speed-Dating - Cork

Charity Trustee Speed-Dating is the board recruitment event of the year, providing an excellent opportunity for charities to streamline their board recruitment by meeting face-to-face with enthusiastic candidates who are looking to give their skills, time, and expertise to a cause they are passionate about.

Cork
  • Events

Laureate na nÓg’s coachful of artists hits the road on first-of-its-kind tour

The ‘Whole Wild World’ Tour, a unique initiative by Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde, will begin a 1,400km journey from Malin Head to Mizen Head on Monday, 15th April, bringing over 35 much-loved authors and illustrators to schools, libraries, bookshops and cultural events along the west coast over a two-week tour.

Nationwide
  • News

National Learning Network: Kennedy House Open Day

National Learning Network is a progressive leader in the delivery of personalised education, training, and development opportunities for people with disabilities or people requiring additional supports throughout Irish communities. Visit us to in Navan to commence your journey.

Navan, Co Meath
  • Events

Diabetes Ireland: ‘Living Well with Type 2 Diabetes’ Booklet

Diabetes Ireland is thrilled to introduce the newly updated “Living well with Type 2 Diabetes” booklet. This resource serves as a valuable guide for individuals and families affected by Type 2 diabetes, offering easily understandable information from diagnosis to daily management to promote a healthy lifestyle.

Nationwide
  • Services & Requests

Cystic Fibrosis Ireland calls for increased funding for Fertility Support

At the launch of 65 Roses Day, Cystic Fibrosis Ireland (CFI) called for increased Government funding for fertility support, assessment and treatment for people living with cystic fibrosis across the country. Ambassador Rosanna Davison announced an overall fund-raising target of €300,000 to help fund services for people with cystic fibrosis.

Nationwide
  • News