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May 20, 2010Issue 83
For the very first time in the South West, there is a Summer School dedicated to social enterprises. Funded by Capacity Builders, sponsored by RISE and delivered by COSMIC, you should BOOK NOW to attend the Social Enterprise Leadership: Summer School 7-9 July 2010
and for social enterprise advisors:
BOOK NOW: Is social franchising an opportunity for the social enterprise sector? Come and find out at the next RISE Business Advice Network being held in Bristol on June 2nd, £55 or free to attend for RISE Additions members. Find more details here
See www.rise-sw.co.uk/cornwallevents for a comprehensive update of events in Cornwall for emerging and existing social enterprises, delivered in partnership with Business Link and Co-active
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Book now: SW Social Enterprise Summer School
Places are strictly limited at the Social Enterprise Leadership Summer School, so book now! For South West social enterprises, both established and emerging, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to learn with like-minded people on a range of topics designed to enhance and develop your leadership skills. Funded by Capacity Builders, sponsored by RISE and delivered by COSMIC, the Summer School is unbeatable value for money. Is it for you? If you work for an organisation with social or environmental aims, with trading at the heart of the organisation, then this learning experience is for you.Read More...
Green Project Employment and Development opportunities
The Green Workpaces Project, in its final year, is looking for additional help, part-time or full time, including the possibility of secondment from union officers, reps, environmentalists and such like.The closing date for completed application forms is 12 noon on Thursday 3rd June 2010 with interviews to be held in Bristol on Monday 21st June.
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Readvertised Job Vacancy - Co-active Business Advisor (Torbay and Plymouth) - homebased
The successful candidate will:
• know how to make a real difference to the business success of Co-active's clients
• deliver against a challenging range of outputs
• enjoy being a part of a creative and knowledgeable team
Closing Date: 5 pm Tuesday 15 June 2010
Previous applicants need not apply.
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Co-operatives UK issue statement on the new coalition government
In response to new UK Prime Minister David Cameron forming a historic coalition with the Liberal Democrats, Ed Mayo, Secretary General of Co operatives UK, said:“Co operatives UK looks forward to working with the new government to place co operation at the heart of the United Kingdom economy and society where it belongs.
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Social Entrepreneurs wanted for the UK’s most successful business growth & development programme
New bursary scheme for up to five social entrepreneurs this autumn.Read More...
New eco car wash social enterprise helps Ryan back to work
Customers at a car park in Plymouth will be able to get their cars cleaned and do their bit to help 6 local people with disabilities work and earn their own wage.
Pluss has teamed up with Plymouth City Council, 2G and the European Social Fund to set up a new social enterprise providing jobs for people with disabilities living in Plymouth, and a service to drivers visiting the city centre.
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Sanctuary Housing Group Invitation to Tender
Sustainable Community Projects and Facilities ManagementBusiness Support Provision
Deadline for tender: 5pm, 28th May 2010
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Event Date: May 24, 2010
Cornwall - FREE - One-to-one advice clinics for social enterprises
Location - Penzance
If you are a social enterprise or established community organisation and need good advice to develop your ideas further, here is an opportunity for a one-to-one chat with one of our qualified business advisors.
The advisors are social enterprise specialists and will provide no-obligation, practical advice on how to grow your organisation to the next stage.
Appointments can be booked for one hour between
10 am and 4 pm.
For more information and to make your appointment contact Marie White:
T: 01752 500888 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 01752 500888 end_of_the_skype_highlighting ext 230
E: marie.white@co-active.org.uk
Event Date: May 25, 2010
SW - Social Return on Investment Introductory and Practitioner Training
Location - Bristol
25-26th May 2010.
This training course is designed to provide an introduction to SROI (day 1) and practitioner training (days 1 & 2).
DAY 1: How to do an SROI analysis - an introduction.
Day one is a practical, step-by-step introduction to the SROI process. We’ll begin with some theory but the process is best learnt by trying it, so candidates will learn how to develop an impact map – the heart of the SROI process – and explore appropriate real life examples.
DAY 2: SROI Practitioner Training.
Day 2 covers, in more depth, issues that practitioners will need to demonstrate an understanding of if they wish to become accredited. Although designed with the assurance process in mind, this course is suitable for anyone
wanting more than just an introduction to SROI. Current issues will be discussed, best practice and techniques shared and lots of examples explored.
Event Date: May 25, 2010
- May 25, 2010
Other - New Horizons
Location - 76 Portland Place, London
Conference chair Ian McPherson Director National Mental Health Development Unit (NMHDU), comments ‘We should all welcome today’s publication of the New Horizons strategy with its shared vision for mental health, together with the publications on employment and mental health. New Horizons is an immensely important step forward that recognises the need to address the mental well-being of the whole population, as well as ensure the continued improvement of service delivery and support for recovery for those with mental health problems’
Find out more.Event Date: May 25, 2010
Cornwall - Starting in Social Enterprise
Location - Penzance
• Do you have an enterprising idea to benefit your community or the environment?
• Don’t know where to start?
This workshop will help you turn your plans into reality.
Event Date: May 27, 2010
Cornwall - Access to Finance and Managing Risk
Location - Launceston
• Is your organisation financially secure and sustainable?
• How would you be affected if grant funding dried up?
• Do you need to borrow money or attract an investor?
Event Date: Jun 02, 2010
RISE - RISE BAN - Is social franchising an opportunity for the social enterprise sector?
Location - Bristol
Once a social enterprise has been running successfully ‘social franchising’ can sometimes be an effective way to develop and expand the business further.
On the 2 of June, the RISE Business Advice Network event – held in Bristol - discusses this very topic: with key speaker Keith Richardson, Coordinator of the UK Social Franchising Network and the European Social Franchising Network, both of which are due to be launched soon.
To sign up for this event, call 01392 456531 today, or email events@rise-sw.co.uk to receive a booking form. Attendance is free for RISE Additions members, and costs £55 for non-members. Book now!
Event Date: Jun 10, 2010
SW - Introduction to fundraising
Location - The Albemarle Centre, Taunton
Useful for volunteers, managers and trustees, and those new to a fundraising role, this session will give
an overview of the different fundraising techniques. It will cover an introduction to:
• Building your case for support – the foundations of fundraising
• Who are your supporters and how could they help you fundraise?
• Different types of fundraising – which are right for your organisation?
Tutors: Jo Middleton and Suzie Grogan
Event Date: Jun 17, 2010
Other - CEO Summit 2010 - Leadership in a New Era: Survival of the Fittest
Location - London
This conference for third sector CEOs will focus discussions on the new political landscape and offer advice on how to use this to strengthen their organisation.
*Book now for these early bird prices available until 18 May 2010
Event Date: Jun 18, 2010
Other - Future Leaders Summit 2010: New Role, Fresh Thinking, New Challenges – a Successful Transition to Chief Executive
Location - London
This conference will highlight key tools for future CEOs and offer guidance on how to maintain effective leadership and make a positive impact in their organisation.
*Book now for these early bird prices available until 18 May 2010.
Event Date: Jun 25, 2010
SW - Co‑operatives 2010
Location - Plymouth
Co‑operatives 2010 is the UK's biggest and most influential gathering of co‑operatives and the event will be held in Plymouth, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Co-operation in the city!
Find out more.Event Date: Jun 26, 2010
SW - Co‑operatives 2010
Location - Plymouth
Co‑operatives 2010 is the UK's biggest and most influential gathering of co‑operatives and the event will be held in Plymouth, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Co-operation in the city!
Find out more.Event Date: Jun 27, 2010
SW - Co‑operatives 2010
Location - Plymouth
Co‑operatives 2010 is the UK's biggest and most influential gathering of co‑operatives and the event will be held in Plymouth, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Co-operation in the city!
Find out more.Event Date: Jul 01, 2010
Other - Social Firms UK annual conference 2010
Location - Cambridge
This year's conference, 'Harnessing the power of business to change lives' will be taking place in Fitzwilliam College at Cambridge University, 1-2 July 2010 and will be co-hosted with Social Firms Europe CEFEC.
Find out more.Event Date: Jul 02, 2010
Other - Social Firms UK annual conference 2010
Location - Cambridge
This year's conference, 'Harnessing the power of business to change lives' will be taking place in Fitzwilliam College at Cambridge University, 1-2 July 2010 and will be co-hosted with Social Firms Europe CEFEC.
Find out more.Event Date: Jul 14, 2010
Other - Health and Social Care After the Election: Implications for the Third Sector
Location - London
This conference will help third sector CEOs get a clearer understanding of health and social care policy shifts following the election and the implications these will have on their organisations.
Find out more.FREE, informal one-to-one advice clinics for social enterprises
May 2010 dates24 May Penzance
Book early to avoid disappointment. Appointments can be booked for one hour between 10am and 4pm
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