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Can’t find that publication?

It could well be in NICVA’s Library. NICVA has built up a comprehensive library resource over many years, with current and historical information of all kinds...
NICVA | John McCormick | 30 Jun 2008

Stormont ‘skill-duggery’

A unique collaboration between NICVA and nine of the Sector Skills Councils (SSCs), has produced the highly praised Northern Ireland Voluntary and Community Sector Skills Survey 2008 report, launched by Sir Reg Empey at Stormont.
NICVA | John McCormick | 26 Jun 2008

There's something in the woods ...

A new initiative launched by the Woodland Trust will offer schools the opportunity to bring green issues, the great outdoors and the wonderful world of wildlife into the classroom with a range of resources and a new award scheme.
The Woodland Trust | Kaye Coates | 20 Jun 2008

School transfer misery for parents and pupils

Voice of children not being heard says NICCY. Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People, Patricia Lewsley, urged all concerned to end the uncertainty over school transfers.

Young people and money

Citizens Advice and the Financial Services Authority (FSA) join forces to support Northern Ireland Youth Workers.  In partnership they have launched a free financial training initiative to equip youth workers with the skills to help vulnerable young people manage money.
Citizens Advice Regional Office | Press Office | 17 Jun 2008

Postgraduate training in social research

Three postgraduate courses (part-time and accessed through e-learning) in social research skills. The next admission is in September 2008.
CommunityNI.org | University of Ulster | 06 Jun 2008

Children sorting it out

Environment Minister Arlene Foster joined P5 pupils at Strand Primary school in Belfast to celebrate Bryson Charitable Group’s 1,000th waste education programme visit.
Bryson Charitable Group | Admin | 05 Jun 2008

Silver surfing needs boost

Help the Aged has made several recommendations to boost the access of older people to the internet.
Help The Aged In Northern Ireland | Research Department | 03 Jun 2008

Accounting for Charities

The new Charities Bill for Northern Ireland was introduced to the Assembly on 10 December 2007. This will replace the draft Charities (NI) Order 2007. This new bill has stringent requirements for the accounting records which Charities have to keep.
CommunityNI.org | Dympna McAlinden | 02 Jun 2008

BURA to run Open Regeneration Training Programme

BURA will run an Open Regeneration Training Programme from September in Belfast, building upon 3 years delivering training in Northern Ireland.
British Urban Regeneration Association | Richard Rose | 23 May 2008

Adult Learners' Week

Adult Learners’ Week runs until 23 May 2008 and is a time when many individuals consider a return to learning and begin a journey that can completely transform their lives.  It aims to celebrate the achievements of learning, promote participation and increase access to information, advice and guidance.

NI must confront the issues in education

The Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action calls on our political parties to create an education system that will serve all the children in Northern Ireland, not just an academic minority.
NICVA | Paul McGill | 20 May 2008

Let your feet do the walking!

Regional Development Minister Conor Murphy today marked Walk to School Week 2008 with the launch of a new schools initiative. Entitled ‘WOW!’ it stands for ‘Walk/Wheels Once a Week’. Over 45,000 primary and post primary school pupils here will be taking part in the Walk to School Week (19–23 May) enjoying the environmental, health, social and financial benefits of walking the journey to and from school.
CommunityNI.org | DRD Press Office | 19 May 2008

Urgent need to improve sexual health services

Clinics miles away from young people, only open during school hours, is just one of the failings of our sexual health services for young people, says NICCY.

Juggle your way to the top

Improvement Juggler from the Centre for Competitiveness has been tailored to boost productivity in the voluntary and community sector.
Centre for Competitiveness NI Ltd | Press Office | 08 May 2008

Men get organised

Voluntary and community groups dealing with men’s issues have come together to share experiences and boost their capacity to influence policy.
NICVA | Paul McGill | 02 May 2008

A new way to do your bit for the planet

The Consumer Council and CCEA are helping young people understand how the consumer choices they make today affect all our lives and environment with Ecoworld - a unique new web-based game launched on Tuesday 29 April 2008.
Consumer Council | Susie Brown | 02 May 2008

Job Ready - Trainee places available!

Do you know, or work with, a young person aged between 16-18 who would benefit from a training programme designed to provide life and work skills for employment? Then Job Ready could be what you're looking for ...
Opportunity Youth Belfast | Maeve Lewis | 01 May 2008

New Young Mencap website

A new fun and vibrant website, offering young people a safe environment where they can go for advice, share experiences, learn new life skills and be inspired to move on, has been launched by Young Mencap.
MENCAP NI | Emma Hegarty | 30 Apr 2008

REPORT SHOWS BENEFITS OF FUNDING PACKAGE

A report by Departments of Education inspectors and Office of Social Services finds that the Children and Young People Funding Package has helped people in the Newry area.

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