Under £50

Community Matters: Safeguarding for Trustees and Community Buildings

This session will look at the legislation, and what trustees need to know and do. It will also look at how best to apply it in a community building setting where you may be hiring space but have little direct interaction with the vulnerable people attending the activities.

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Community Matters: An Introduction to Canva and Affinity for posters and flyers

This session is an introduction to the online Canva graphics design program. It will cover the basics and have a few tips for experienced users. Affinity is owned by Canva and is a more advanced graphic design desktop program. The session will contain a brief description of what Affinity is and how to download it for free.

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Manchester Mind: Mindfulness and Relaxation for Menopause retreat afternoon

Pause. Breathe. Reconnect

Take a break, and treat yourself to an afternoon of self-care. It’ll include: deep relaxation, mindful meditation, gentle chair yoga, and other calming practices This half-day retreat is designed to help you relax, recharge, and reconnect to yourself in a friendly and safe environment. 

Refreshments will be provided. 

Victoria House, 5 Samuel Ogden Street, Manchester, M1 7AX

Building Fundraising Strategy

Join Voice4Change England for this 1 hour workshop where you'll learn how to craft a data-driven, audience-focused fundraising strategy.

Tired of scrambling for donations and want a proactive plan to reach your goals? If you feel overwhelmed by the fundraising landscape and need clarity on where to focus your efforts, this workshop is for you. Discover how to maximise your impact by identifying the right fundraising channels for your audience.

What you’ll learn 

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Mental Health Photography Exhibition

An exhibition created with people who have lived experience of mental health challenges, plus a live panel and audience discussion. Through striking photography, powerful visual storytelling, and good conversation, the event aims to spark dialogue, challenge stigma and promote greater understanding.

The exhibition explores themes relating to mental health and lived experience. Some content includes sensitive and emotional subject matter that some visitors may find distressing.

Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama, The University of Manchester, Bridgeford Street, Manchester, M13 9PL

An introduction to digital fundraising

Join this workshop to learn how to build a clear strategy, pick the right tools, and win new donors through powerful storytelling.

The digital landscape can feel overwhelming. With so many platforms, tools, and changing algorithms, it is easy to spend valuable time on fundraising campaigns that yield low returns. Join this workshop to walk away with a clear action plan to reach new donors, select the right tech for your budget, and build a sustainable digital fundraising roadmap.

What you’ll learn 

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