Clare Volunteer Centre Clare, Public Participation Network & Clare Local Development Company invite you to join us this November at the networking and community knowledge events we are hosting in the county. This listing is for:

ENNIS November 8th Clare Education Centre 10.00 am – 2.00 pm

Places are limited to 20 and booking is essential.

Each event will include three 45 minute ‘taster’ training sessions on the following topics:

Strengthening your volunteer programme - how to recruit the right volunteer

Do you need to recruit more volunteers for your organization ? How do you find the right volunteer? This short workshop goes through the basics that any organization needs to know.

This session will be delivered by Sharon Meaney, Clare Volunteer Centre Manager.

Fundraising and funding applications for community groups

Does your community group need support with how and where to apply for funding? This short practical workshop will look at some of the different funding opportunities available to community groups. This session will be delivered by Monica McKenna, Community Development Officer from Clare Local Development Company.

Understanding conflict – an introduction

This session will introduce participants to some of the underlying dynamics involved in interpersonal conflict with a view to helping people work positively together. This session will be delivered by Sarah Clancy of Clare Public Participation Network who is a trained mediator.

These friendly, free events will give those attending a chance to learn about the three host organisations and what they have to offer community groups. After the workshops there will be a light lunch and a chance to network and meet the other attendees.

For more information contact Sharon at Clare Volunteer Centre: 065 68 455 13