Free

The event includes proposals and discussion about how the Freedom of Information system can improve for the future.

The Freedom of Information (FoI) Act – which was passed 25 years ago and came into force five years later – created a legal right for citizens to request information from public authorities. This was a radical shift in the government's approach to information and a significant step towards a more open culture of government.

30% of charities have reported experiencing a cyber security breach or attack in the last 12 months (source: gov.uk). In May, Association of Chairs joined that number when their domain was temporarily stolen by cyber criminals.

Learn how to respond effectively and constructively to concerns and complaints raised by volunteers in this free webinar.

Managing concerns and complaints from volunteers is essential for maintaining trust, safeguarding wellbeing and strengthening your volunteer involvement.

In this webinar, we'll (NCVO) explore how to create a safe environment where volunteers feel confident to raise concerns and how to respond appropriately when they do.

Advicenow will be running a free housing/homelessness rights course for community groups supporting refugees.

The course aims to give you the basic knowledge and skills needed to deal with key issues for people dealing with homelessness and living in temporary accommodation. 

The course will be delivered online, You will be required to watch a 30 minute introductory video before each interactive session.

Week 1

Monday 15th September 10am-12pm Housing and Benefits

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Manchester Homelessness Partnership would like to invite you to attend our next open meeting. The theme is lived experiences, health and homelessness.

There will be presentations from Shelter, Shared Health Foundation and others, along with Lived Experience speakers, networking and group discussions on calls to action.

We will be learning and sharing what is working well, what needs to be improved and what are the unmet health needs for Manchester and people experiencing homelessness.

A vegan and vegetarian lunch will be provided by Cracking Good Food.

Commemorating eight decades since Manchester hosted the historic Fifth Pan-African Congress in 1945, featuring live music, community performances, and distinguished guests from across all ten Greater Manchester boroughs.

Join the Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN) for a splendid commemoration of Black history, achievements, and culture.

This event is not just a showcase; it’s a vibrant tribute to our shared heritage.

Doors open 6pm: Stalls and socialising  
Event 7pm - 8.30pm

Join Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN) and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) for a free online event on storytelling, representation, and advocacy in media for Black History Month 2025.

The Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN), in partnership with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), invites you to a free online event exploring representation, storytelling, and community advocacy in media and communications.

What you’ll gain

A free 1 hour workshop that will leave you equipped to champion diversity on boards.

When 1/12 trustees are named either John or David and fewer than 3% of trustees are under 30. It’s no secret that board diversity is an issue.

Join Young Trustees Movement in changing that. The first step is attending this workshop.

By the end of the workshop you will: