Council launches community capacity building programme
The Community Capacity Building Programme has been relaunched by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. Running from October 2024 to March 2025, the programme aims to enhance the skills and abilities of both volunteers and staff from voluntary and community organisations within the Borough.
This programme aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to run successful community projects that make a lasting, positive impact. It helps strengthen the abilities of local volunteers and staff, empowering them to play key roles in creating sustainable and effective projects.
The courses are free of charge and open to volunteers and staff of community and voluntary groups based within the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough or those who reside in the Borough but volunteer with organisations outside of it.
Upcoming Courses:
Safeguarding: Keeping Children and Adults Safe Date: Thursday 31 October 2024 Time: 6.30pm – 9.30pm Venue: Linen Suite, Mossley Mill
Recruit, Reward, and Retain Volunteers Date: Thursday 7 November 2024 Time: 6.30pm – 9.30pm Venue: Linen Suite, Mossley Mill
Food Safety Level 2 Session 1: Thursday 14 November 2024 Session 2: Thursday 21 November 2024 Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm Venue: Spinning Room, Mossley Mill (Both sessions must be attended)
Emergency First Aid Session 1: Wednesday 8 January 2025 Session 2: Wednesday 15 January 2025 Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm Venue: Yarn Suite, Mossley Mill (Both sessions must be attended)
Event - Health, Safety and Risk Assessments Date: Wednesday 5 March 2025 Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm Venue: Linen Suite, Mossley Mill
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly commented, “Our Borough is home to so many dedicated volunteers and community groups, and this programme will give them the tools and skills they need to continue making a positive impact. By offering free courses on essential topics like safeguarding, first aid, and event management, we are investing in the future of our communities and empowering local people to take on even greater leadership roles.”
For more information on the courses and how to register, visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/capacitybuilding or [email protected].