2021 Volunteer and Community Group Training
The Wyndham Volunteer and Community Group Training supports local residents, volunteers, community groups and not-for-profit organisations across Wyndham to develop volunteering.
Please note:
- Session dates and times may be subject to change;
- It is essential to book online for each session;
- Registration opens 4 weeks prior to each session;
- Wyndham residents, volunteers, community groups and not-for-profit organisations are eligible to attend.
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Wed 24 Feb (6.30pm to 8.30pm) | Understanding Financials for Committee Members |
Presenter: Non Profit Training Committee or board members of not-for-profit organisations come to the role with a mix of skills and experiences which makes their contribution special. Many don’t come with an in-depth knowledge of accounting or a head for numbers, yet most committees are now aware of their individual responsibility to ensure the group is solvent and the importance of being able to read the financial reports. Learning how to read and understand the facts and figures presented in financial reports will mean committee members become equipped with knowledge on which they can base major decisions when guiding their community group and help it to survive and thrive. Topics Include:
Registrations closed. |
Online via MS Teams |
Thursday 4 March (9.30am to 11.30am) | What Next? Preparing for Recovery and Revisioning |
Presenter: Non Profit Training As we emerge from lockdown, what have we learnt? How have we changed? Some restrictions are being eased and now is the time to think about what, and how we will engage with our members and stakeholders during these next stages. This session will help community groups to consider a plan for moving forward in the next stages. It will help you to think about what you need to reinvent or pivot to ensure the services you offer are relevant and stay relevant for your community. The forum will help you to network, talk to others and gather ideas for reengaging and revisioning your organisation. Topics Include:
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Thurs 11 Mar (9am to 12 noon) | Volunteer Safety, Risk and Insurance |
Presenter: Justice Connect Volunteer safety is paramount. Now more than ever, organisations need to understand their legal obligations and have sound risk management processes in place. In this practical training session for volunteer-involving organisations, we’ll cover the legal basics around your safety obligations, how to manage risk and important things to note about insurance. We’ll also delve into COVID specific issues to help you ensure your COVID-safe plan protects both your volunteers and your organisation. Topics include:
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Online via MS Teams |
Thurs 18 Mar (6.30pm to 8pm) | Disability Confidence |
Presenter: Wyndham Council Are you accessible and inclusive in the work you do or with people you meet? Being ‘disability confident’ means you are able to routinely and seamlessly accommodate differences when communicating with people who may have disability. This session will assist you to build confidence to know the right things to say and do when interacting with a person with disability. Topics include:
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Online via MS Teams |
Tues 20 Apr (6.30pm to 8.30pm) | Getting Started with Your Great Idea! |
Presenter: Non Profit Training Have you got a great idea but are not sure where to start? Funding opportunities can be unpredictable with funding applications being accessible at various time of the year. Are you ready for them? Have you had time to develop your idea and formulate this idea into a plan? Topics include:
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Online via MS Teams |
Wed 28 Apr (6.30pm to 9pm) | Working with other organisations |
Presenter: Justice Connect There are many benefits to working with other not-for-profits, from accessing funding to increasing your reach in the community. However, it’s important you understand the legal side of the various options available for working together, and what they might mean for your organisation. Topics include:
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Online via MS Teams |
Wed 2 June (6.30pm to 9pm) | Top Legal Tips for Community Organisations |
Presenter: Justice Connect A high level, practical overview of a range of legal issues affecting community organisations including:
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Online via MS Teams |
Thurs 10 June (9.30am to 12 noon) | Online (virtual) Volunteering |
Presenter: Volunteering Victoria In 2020 there was a rapid shift to online (virtual) volunteering in many organisations, allowing volunteers to connect in new ways. Volunteering Victoria’s 2020 State of Volunteering Report found online volunteer roles have increased from 16- 44%. In this workshop we will cover the fundamentals of online volunteering, including designing roles, keeping volunteers safe and staying connected with your volunteers. Topics include:
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Online via MS Teams |