Free

A short training session on asylum support discontinuations and how people newly granted refugee status can be supported.

In this training session, put on by the Restricted Eligibility Support Service, aimed at people working in housing and homelessness across Greater Manchester, will explore the asylum support system and why so many people are being made homeless after a recent grant of refugee status. We will look into the role and responsibility of the local authority and who can access homelessness assistance.

An introduction to different routes out of destitution for people in the immigration system – for organisations in the North West of England

Thanks to funding from the National Lottery, GMIAU is offering a whistle-stop introduction to routes out of destitution for people without secure immigration status.

The session will look at the different support available to individuals and families depending on their circumstances. This is to highlight the work of the "Destitution Team" at GMIAU and also to encourage referrals for those in need.

The areas covered include:

A brief exploration of the immigration and asylum system for people working in housing and homelessness in Greater Manchester.

In this training session, put on by the Restricted Eligibility Support Service, aimed at people working in housing and homelessness across Greater Manchester, will explore an introduction to the immigration system in the UK, how people can enter and seek leave to remain in the UK and the restrictions imposed. The session will also explore the asylum system, including why people seek protection in the UK and an outline of the asylum process.
 

Bid Writing is an essential skill when it comes to securing funding for your organisation. This interactive webinar is ideal for staff or volunteers who are responsible for writing funding applications.

What can I expect?
This 3 hour training workshop will be a combination of presentation, group discussion and practical work. It is useful to come to the session with a project in mind (but is not essential).

Session Objectives

• What public speaking is and why it's important
• The power of self-confidence
• Assessment
• Top 8 speaking mistakes
• Q & A

This course will take you through the essentials of lawful data processing for charities and help improve your compliance with the law

By the end of the training, you'll: 

We need to talk about suicide to help remove the stigma. Every day, our specialist team support veterans, and their families to stand strong once again. But for many, the journey before they take the first step towards accessing that support can take weeks, months or even years.

We believe having a conversation can be lifesaving. When someone opens up, it’s important that they feel safe and listened to.

Join us (Help for Heroes) on Suicide Awareness Day for our Let's Talk about Suicide webinar.

Does your community organisation need additional funds? Come along to find out how your organisation can receive free unrestricted funding via funding platform easyfundraising.

In this informal webinar, Becky from easyfundraising will show you how your volunteers, staff and supporters can use the easyfundraising platform to raise donations for free for your organisation when they shop with leading retailers.

What to expect: