Event Highlights
Presentations and Workshop: Becoming a youth inclusive organisation; working with and for young people (under 25) – learn more and be inspired.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and volunteers from across the VCSE sector.
Sector News: Stay updated with the latest developments and news.
Free lunch provided and further networking opportunity from 12-1.
Why Attend? Join us for an inspiring and informative morning designed to foster connections, share ideas, and spark inspiration. Whether you’re looking to enhance your work with young people or broaden your network within the voluntary sector, this event offers valuable insights and opportunities.
To book yourself a place, please go to: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-connections-community-network-event-tickets-942021590937
81 High Street
Battle
TN33 0AQ
United Kingdom
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Event Details
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Events
Loneliness Matters Workshop - Delivered by East Sussex Tackling Loneliness Programme, this interactive workshop will promote shared learning about loneliness & why ‘loneliness matters’- including-
• Definition of ‘loneliness’ & how it differs from ‘social isolation’
• Recognising loneliness in yourself & others & challenges in talking about loneliness
• Theory and psychology of loneliness- consider the causes & risk factors - personal characteristics & circumstances
• The symptoms & effects of loneliness & impact of loneliness on individuals
• What helps to tackle, reduce & prevent loneliness
• Next steps to support you in tackling loneliness in your community.
A light vegan lunch will be provided.
The aim of this course is to introduce you to legislation regarding equality and diversity and explore the concept of inclusion.
The objectives:
• To understand the Equality Act and how it affects volunteers
• To explore what is meant by equality and diversity
• To be able to put into use ‘inclusion’ in support that is provided
• How to reduce isolation and promote inclusion
The aims: To raise awareness of what adult abuse and how to raise a concern
The objectives:
• To introduce the legislation regarding safeguarding adults
• To understand the different forms of abuse and recognise signs
• To know how to react and what to do if someone discloses abuse
