Events and Workshops – What’s Happening in PEACEPLUS
Investing in Community Volunteers (ICV) Programme – Workshop Programme
Free Workshop Programme – ‘Investing in Community Volunteers ‘ Programme is a new initiative to strengthen local communities through volunteering. This programme is delivered by Fermanagh Trust and will provide opportunities for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in Fermanagh and Omagh. The full list of training events/workshops that are taking place over the next 6months can be viewed below. There is no cost to participate in the programme and a great opportunity with great benefits for our local community.
Workshops on offer:
Committees: Roles Functions and Responsibilities
This session will look at how to set up a group from scratch including getting people of a similar interest together, calling a public meeting, looking at different types of groups, what’s expected of being in a group and the different roles and responsibilities of office bearers.
Fundraising: Generating Income for your Group/Organisation
Need fresh ideas to boost your group’s income? This course is packed with practical fundraising strategies tailored for community and voluntary organisations. Discover creative ways to generate income and build financial sustainability for your organisation.
Volunteers: Recruitment & Retention
Volunteers are the heart of every community group. Are you struggling to bring in fresh volunteers and fresh ideas? Learn how to attract the right people, keep them engaged, and build a strong, motivated team. This session is ideal for anyone involved in recruiting, managing or supporting volunteers.
Halls and Venues: How to Manage your Building
Do you help run a community hall or venue? This course will help you develop your knowledge of how to manage your space effectively, increase usage, and turn your building into a thriving community hub. Gain useful tips and find out about free tools and practical resources that will help you in your role. A must for committee members and anyone with venue management responsibility.
Safeguarding: Certified course for anyone directly working with or coming into contact with children and/or vulnerable adults
Working with children or vulnerable adults? This certified safeguarding course is essential for anyone in direct contact with these groups or committee members and volunteers who will have responsibility for implementation and oversight of safeguarding policies and procedures. Learn how to create safe environments and meet your legal responsibilities with confidence.
Safeguarding: Designated Officer (Full Day Accredited)
Keeping Children Safe: Designated Officer Training covers the role and responsibilities of the Designated Officer, Health and Social Care Trusts structures and processes, issues and experiences around referrals and sharing information and recent developments in safeguarding children and young people. Individuals attending this course must have attended a safeguarding children awareness course previously.
Inclusion: Delivering Activities and events that are welcoming to everyone
Want to make your events more inclusive? This session explores how to design and deliver activities that welcome people of all backgrounds and abilities. Build a stronger, more connected community through inclusive practice.
Introduction to Social Media, AI Tools & Canva
This beginner-level course is perfect for volunteers who are new to digital communication and want to build their
confidence. Social media is one of the easiest and most impactful ways to showcase the brilliant work happening
in our communities. AI tools can help save time and spark ideas. Canva makes it straightforward to design eyecatching posters, graphics and promotional materials without needing any previous design skills.
To view the full free workshop programme: Full Programme of Workshops