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North Inner City Drugs Task Force
patricia@nicdtf.ie

Aug - Sept News 2010

NORTH INNER CITY DRUGS TASK FORCE

Invites you to A CONFERENCE & PROJECTS’ EXHIBITION

"Together – Making A Difference"

On Monday 27th September 2010, from 10.30am until 5.00pm,

at Liberty Hall Theatre, Eden Quay , Dublin 1

The day’s themes are

Responses to Drugs Problems for Individuals, Family and Communities in the North Inner City; Contexts – Achievements - Challenges

The day’s events include

Information displays on local projects and actions throughout the day

Recorded and live presentations of local involvement and issues

"THEN , NOW AND NEXT" Discussion by community activists on North Inner City from 1995 to 2010

"Together – Making A Difference" Comments on local actions and national drugs strategies from Minister Pat Carey TD, NICDTF Chair Joe Barry and Community/NGO activists

The day’s schedule

10.30 am  -  Opening of Conference & Exhibits.

11.00 am  -  Exhibit of stands and networking (also facilitating groups).

12.00 pm  -  "THEN, NOW AND NEXT" Marie Metcalfe, Joe Dowling Mick Rafferty & Sonya Dillon. Open for audience comments.

1.00 pm  -  Light Lunch, Tea & Coffee.

1.00 - 2.30 pm  -  Series of short displays (live and recorded) - THEATRE.

2.00 pm  -  Arrival Minister Pat Carey TD & briefing with NICDTF Members.

2.15 pm  -  Minister Pat Carey TD viewing of NICDTF Project's Exhibits.

2.40 pm  -  Project performances & DVD displays.

3.15 pm  -  "TOGETHER, MAKING A DIFFERENCE" Minister Pat Carey TD, NICDTF Chairperson Joe Barry, Fergus McCabe, & Joan Byrne - THEATRE - capacity 300.

4.15 pm  -  Open for audience comments.

4.45 pm  -  Final tours of NICDTF Project's Exhibits.

VIST ALL DAY ; PART OF THE DAY ; JUST TO SEE PROJECTS’ EXHIBITION

ALL ARE WELCOME, CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING IS REQUESTED

For more details and information on attendance (individuals & groups) contact Miriam or Patricia at 01 8366 592 or admin@nicdtf.ie


 
The Annie Kelly Education Bursary 2010
 
The Annie Kelly Education Bursary 2010 is now open for applications.
 
For full details on guidelines and eligibility and to download an application form please select the link below. CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2010.
 
 
If you would like some further information please contact Miriam at 01 8366592


Dublin AIDS Alliance Training

  1. Safer Sex Negotiation Skills: Training for Trainers Programme
  2. One-day Sexual Health Workshops

Safer Sex Negotiation Skills: Training for Trainers Programme

7 weeks: 29th September to 17th November 2010. 10:00am to 4:00pm (Wednesdays)

Sponsored by the NICDTF, the primary aim of the programme is to provide youth and community workers with information and resources to work with clients in relation to sexual health and safer sex negotiation skills.

This is a multidisciplinary training programme that will provide information on HIV, STIs, Safer Sex Negotiation and Changing Sexual Behaviour Patterns, while providing participants with the necessary skills and capacity to disseminate the information to young people.


Who is the programme for?

Youth and community workers, etc., who will be required, on completion of the course, to deliver related sessions to the client group in their care.

The course has a level 5 FETAC accreditation, consequently, there will be course work attached (a learner journal, a short essay–1500 words-and a 10 minute presentation on the last day).

Course Schedule

Week 1: Sexual Health, HIV & AIDS

Week 2: Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), Condom Use, and Hepatitis

Week 3: Changing Sexual Behaviour Patterns, and Making Sexual Decisions

Week 4: Safer Sex Negotiation Skills & Safer Sex Alternatives

Week 5: Policies, Best Practice & Legal Issues, and Presentation Skills

Week 6: Information Recap; Resources

Week 7: Participant Presentations

Course Fee: €200 [Note: the course fee includes all FETAC related costs]

Applications should be submitted by 22nd September 2010 - Places are limited.

Booking form and further information is available at http://www.dublinaidsalliance.ie/, or email sue.carter@dublinaidlsalliance.ie

Prevention Education & Training
Dublin AIDS Alliance
53 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1.
Tel: 01-8733799

 

One-day Sexual Health Workshops

Date:
Tuesday 12th October 2010
Time: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
Venue: Dublin AIDS Alliance, 53 Parnell Square, Dublin 1

Aim of the Workshop
To provide participants with basic up-to-date and relevant information on sexual health, including HIV, STIs and Hepatitis.

Target Audience
This workshop will be beneficial to people working in the voluntary, youth and community sector who may deal with sexual health issues in the workplace, or who have a general interest in the area of sexual health.

Learning Outcomes
The workshop will enable participants to

· demonstrate a basic understanding of HIV, including transmission, prevention and testing.

· demonstrate a basic understanding of the most common STIs in Ireland, including transmission, prevention, testing and treatment.

· demonstrate a basic understanding of Hepatitis A, B and C, including transmission, prevention and testing.

· demonstrate an understanding of condoms and condom use (includes condom demonstrations).

· provide information on sexual health services, including HIV and STI testing services, and support services.

Cost of Workshop
The cost of the one-day sexual health workshop is €50 per person. Cheques should be made payable to Dublin AIDS Alliance Ltd. The cost is inclusive of a light lunch (sandwiches and tea/coffee). Handouts are provided to each participant.

Bookings
Maximum capacity on each workshop is 12 participants so early booking is advisable.

Booking forms must be completed and submitted by Wednesday 6th October.

Completed booking forms should be sent
· by email to: susan.donlon@dublinaidsalliance.ie
· by post to: Prevention Education & Training Department, Dublin AIDS Alliance, 53 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1, or
· by fax to: 01-8733174


Dublin Port Scholarship Scheme

Dublin Port Company and the Dublin Port Community Liaison committee, run a scholarship scheme which provides opportunities for individuals living in the Port area of Dublin to fulfill their potential through education.
 
Eligible Candidates for Scholarships
  • Individuals who have lived in the Port area of Dublin for a minimum of 5 years.
  • Individuals who would experience significant financial difficulty in undertaking third-level education.
  • Candidates for the scholarships will include school leavers, mature students and individuals wishing to pursue third-level foundation courses, as well as repeat Leaving Certificate students.

The scholarship programme does not include postgraduates.

Selection Criteria
  • Strong and focused ability and potential
  • Individuals who experience significant obstacles to progression
  • Strong motivation and commitment to pursue education
Selection process
 
Applications will be assessed by an independent panel. Short-listed candidates will be interviewed by the selection panel.
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY 27th AUGUST 2010.
 
For more information or to get application forms visit Dublin Port Website on the link below
or phone 887 6000
 


 


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