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An opportunity to meet over 20 local charities and organisations looking to recruit volunteers. Call into this West Cumbria Volunteering Fair on 6 June 2019, 12noon-4pm at the Solway Hall in Whitehaven. You can speak directly to local organisations about local West Cumbria Volunteering Opportunities. This event is kindly funded by Sellafield Ltd.

The next Carlisle AWAZCumbria Volunteer Information Session for English Language Support Volunteers is on 8 May, 2.00pm-3.00pm at Shaddongate Resource Centre. Book your place today! #cumbriacvsvolunteering

This course is for anyone working with volunteers who would like to gain a qualification and recognition for their role as a volunteer coordinator, leader, supervisor or manager of volunteers.
The course will be delivered over a four month period - October 2019 to January 2020, comprising of one workshop session (on 16 October– see above) and four online webinars during October and November.
The course will cover:
... Managing volunteer expectations Understanding volunteer motivations Supporting, supervising and developing volunteers Giving and receiving feedback Skills assessment for volunteers Evaluating volunteer achievements Appropriate and relevant record keeping
Participants will need to complete one work-based assignment as a formal assessment and will receive ongoing support and guidance from the tutor via telephone, email and through a dedicated online discussion group.
The course also requires a commitment to individual study, including a weekly reflective practice activity.
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Course cost Cumbria CVS members: £395 early bird; £425 thereafter Non Cumbria CVS members: £425 early bird; £445 thereafter Early bird booking available until 26 September 2019
Lunch and refreshments included
Places are limited. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
How to Book All delegates must complete a booking form and return with payment to: info@cumbriacvs.org.uk or post to: Cumbria CVS, Shaddongate Resource Centre, Shaddongate, Carlisle, CA2 5TY
Places can also be booked (and paid for) online at: www.cumbriacvs.org.uk
NB: Places cancelled two weeks or less before the course, or failure to attend the training, will result in full fees being charged for the training.
Who should attend Volunteer managers Volunteer leaders Individuals that have a responsibility for recruiting, managing and/or supporting volunteers
What can you expect To be trained by an experienced volunteer manager and trainer who has worked for both volunteer involving and volunteer infrastructure organisations Network with other volunteer managers Learn from practical sessions, webinars and discussions Action planning for change
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South Lakes Volunteering Fair, Wednesday 5 June 2019, 12-1.30pm at Kendal Town Hall, Highgate, Kendal.Come and meet over 20 organisations about local volunteering opportunities! Fantastic opportunity to find out how you can become a Volunteer! A big thank you to The Cumberland for funding this event.

Date for your diary - Carlisle Volunteering Fair, Tuesday 4 June 2019, 12-1.30pm at Shaddongate Resource Centre, Shaddongate, Carlisle.Come and meet over 20 organisations about local volunteering opportunities! Fantastic opportunity to find out how you can become a Volunteer! A big thank you to The Cumberland for funding this event.

Could you be an English Language Support Volunteer with AWAZCumbria in Carlisle? Do you have some spare time? If so book onto the AWAZ Volunteer Information Session on 8 May, 2.00pm-3.00pm at Shaddongate Resource Centre, Carlisle. A fantastic volunteering opportunity!

Interested in volunteering in the Windermere area? Could you be an English Language Support Volunteer with AWAZCumbria? Do you have some spare time? If so book onto the AWAZ Volunteer Information Session on 24 April at The Marchesi Centre in Windermere from 11am-12 noon. A fantastic volunteering opportunity!

The Girls Friendly Society are looking for volunteers to support their Stanwix Group in Carlisle on Friday nights. They are holding a welcome evening for anyone who might be interested in volunteering on 3 May. Interested? http://ow.ly/Stmi30onj1R

Interested in volunteering in the Windermere area? Could you be an English Language Support Volunteer with AWAZCumbria? Do you have some spare time? If so book onto the AWAZ Volunteer Information Session on 24 April at The Marchesi Centre in Windermere from 11am-12 noon. A fantastic volunteering opportunity! Bowness-on-Windermere Brockhole on Windermere Windermere Golf ClubWindermere, Cumbria BBC Radio Cumbria The Westmorland Gazette Kendal College - please share!

Join in tonight the next Cumbria CVS Volunteer Twitter Hour from 8-9pm Tweet us your volunteering opportunities over on twitter! #cvsvolunteerhour See you there?

This event is aimed at small local voluntary and community groups in Eden looking for funding, especially those new to the funding arena.
Speak directly to funders; access essential funding information, advice and support; network with other local organisations. Funders include: • Cumbria County Council... • Hadfield Trust • Francis C Scott Trust • Frieda Scott Trust • Heritage Lottery Fund • National Lottery Community Fund (was the Big Lottery Fund) • Charity Bank • Cumbria Community Foundation • Eden District Council • BBC Children in Need • Cumbria Exchange and Cumbria Waste Management Environment Trust.
Please book to attend one of these two sessions:
• 10am – 12noon Registration from 9.45am • 1pm – 3pm Registration from 12.45pm
You do not need to attend for the full 2 hour session, but it is advised for you to allow at least one hour to make best use of your time and speak to all relevant funders.
Tea/coffee provided upon arrival
This event is FREE* - Book your place today: Complete and return the attached booking form and return to: • • Shaddongate Resource Centre, Shaddongate, Carlisle, CA2 5TY OR • • info@cumbriacvs.org.uk
Any queries or for further information, call 01768 800350
Please note: • • CVS member organisations will get priority when booking • • *All places must be booked in advance or a £10/person fee will apply on the day • • *A £10/person cancellation fee will apply for non-attendance or places not cancelled at least 5 days in advance
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Join in the @CumbriaCVS Volunteer Twitter Hour tomorrow night from 8-9pm. Tweet us your volunteering opportunities! Use the hashtag #cvsvolunteerhour

Over on twitter join in the next Cumbria CVS Volunteer Twitter Hour from 8-9pm on Tuesday 2 April. Tweet us your volunteering opportunities. Use the hashtag #cvsvolunteerhour

AWAZCumbria are looking for English Language Support Volunteers in Windermere. Book your place today at the next Volunteer Information session in Windermere at the Marcheshi Centre on 24 April 2019!

Could you volunteer as a Cancer Support Volunteer in Carlisle? Full details below! #cumbriacvsvolunteering

Judith from Cumbria CVS is at Whitehaven Job Centre today until 12noon at their Health and Well Being Event promoting local West Cumbria volunteering opportunities. #cumbriacvsvolunteering

A fantastic County Volunteering Network Meeting today at Penrith Rugby Club. Topic: Recognising and valuing volunteers. A big thank you to HM Lord Lieutenant Claire Hensman talking about the Queens Award for Voluntary Service and Nicola Hullock from Inspira talking about recognising and celebrating young volunteers. The Volunteering Network also reviewed the Cumbria Compact Code for Volunteering. Thank you to all Volunteer Managers in Cumbria for coming and sharing good practice in Volunteer Management!