The Voluntary Groups Training Programme is part funded by the Highland LEADER 2007-2013 Programme and the East Sutherland & Edderton Ward Discretionary Budget. 

“TAKE COVER”

delivered by Keegan & Pennykid (Insurance Brokers) Ltd

A short course that will hopefully give you a better understanding of Insurance issues and the range of covers available.

Tuesday, 7th September 2010

2.15 p.m. to 4.45 p.m.

Brora Community Centre

Johnstone Place, Brora.

How do you decide which “covers” your Organisation needs to Insure? 

Have you evaluated all the risks that you face?

How do you present the information in the best way to obtain quotations?                                                                                                                     

The whole purpose is to enable you to make informed choices about what you are buying, and how to get the best value from it.

Local Funders Event

Monday, 27th September 2010

9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

Brora Community Centre

Johnstone Place, Brora

Programme will include presentation from:-

Highland Council Ward Discretionary Budgets

Phil Tomalin & Andy MacKay

Highland Leader 2007 – 2013 Programme

Fiona Cameron

Scottish Natural Heritage / SRDP

Ian Mitchell

Community Energy Scotland

Jon Priddy / Melanie MacRae

Beinn Tharsuinn Windfarm Community Limited

Phil Tomalin, HC

Achany Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Joan Bishop

Kilbraur Windfarm Community Benefit Trust

Campbell Port tbc

Food Safety Training for Voluntary Groups

Delivered by Vicki Sleith,

Highland Hygiene Consultants

Monday, 4^th October 2010

9.45 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

Brora Community Centre

Brora

The aim of the course is to raise awareness of the importance of food safety covering food hygiene, food law and food safety management systems

Programme will cover:-

Bacteria and their characteristics

How to control Bacteria

Personal Hygiene

Cleaning

Pest Control 

Law and HACCP

If you are interested in any of these sessions please contact Christine Ross:-

E-Mail: christine@vges.org.uk or  ( 01408 633001

WOMEN @ WORK PROJECT

Confident Communication – Public Speaking

Carin Schwartz

It might appear that some people are born good speakers, others have endless confidence and some speak “in public” only under pressure.

Are you ever asked to do presentations?  Would you like to feel good about stating your view or opinion in front of a group of people?  Would you simply like to be more confident?

During this session you will learn techniques to help you become a more effective speaker:

• tips on how to structure a speech
• what to think about when you speak to an audience and
• what further steps you can take to become fully confident

This is an interactive presentation where you will get a chance to experience public speaking if you wish and get feedback to help you improve on areas of your choice.

Date:     Monday 23^rd August 2010,  12noon – 2pm

Venue:  Community Centre, Johnstone Place, Brora

Memory Skills – Kate Boyd

Mindpower training teaches the use of tools and techniques that help individuals and companies to work more effectively and efficiently. This introductory session will give you tips on how to make better use of your memory and enhance concentration.  It is suitable for anyone who would like to make better use of their memory.

Date:     Monday 13^th September 2010   12noon – 2pm

Venue:   Bonar Bridge Community Hall, Bonar Bridge

Laughter is the Best Medicine – Linda Odd

De-stress and have fun at a laughter clinic where you will experience the health benefits of laughter, which will:

• improve wellbeing and self esteem;
• improve your mental health by taking responsibility for your own work/life balance 
• reduce stress and become more clear-thinking, and begin to recognise your own strengths and needs.

Date:     Friday 8^th October 2010  12noon – 2pm

Venue:   Bonar Bridge Community Hall, Bonar Bridge

If you are interested in any of these courses please contact:-

Christine on 01408 633001    or Email:- christine@vges.org.uk