Free community development qualification offers new opportunities for Omagh volunteers
VOLUNTEERS, committee members, community leaders and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in the Fermanagh and Omagh area are being encouraged to take advantage of a free, accredited training opportunity designed to strengthen their skills and support local communities.
VOLUNTEERS, committee members, community leaders and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in the Fermanagh and Omagh area are being encouraged to take advantage of a free, accredited training opportunity designed to strengthen their skills and support local communities.
Applications are now open for the OCN NI Level 2 Award in Community Development, delivered through the Investing in Community Volunteers Programme and funded through PEACEPLUS.
The fully funded qualification will provide participants with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to make a positive difference within their organisations and communities.
The course will cover a range of important topics, including community development principles, values and practice, good governance and organisational structures, facilitation skills and techniques, and working with funders and shifting the power.
As well as gaining an accredited qualification, participants will have the opportunity to learn alongside others involved in community action throughout the Fermanagh and Omagh district, share experiences and build valuable connections with people working towards similar goals.
The training will take place in Omagh on Thursday, November 5, 12, 19 and 26, from 10.30am to 2.30pm.
Places are limited, and interested applicants are encouraged to register through the online application form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaO2CpbG8PwsKfxvkXhJyqIw5fNVn0WyD0iqOtjxXKC0zQ5g/viewform.
The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme provides a range of training and development opportunities for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in Fermanagh and Omagh.
The programme is one of 13 initiatives within Fermanagh and Omagh District Council's PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan. It is supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
Meanwhile, local community organisations are also being invited to share details of their Christmas and winter volunteering opportunities to help encourage greater participation and support across Omagh.
Organisations with seasonal volunteering roles they would like to promote in an upcoming newsletter are encouraged to contact Martin at Omagh Volunteer Centre by emailing [email protected] or calling 028 8224 0772.
The initiative offers an opportunity for local groups to highlight their work, attract new volunteers and help ensure that community activities and support services continue to thrive throughout the festive season and winter months.