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SUMMARY:Level 1 Adult Support and Protection Training
DESCRIPTION:Level 1 Adult Support and Protection Training\nOnline | Wednesday 4th March | 2:00pm – 3:30pm \nThis Level 1 Adult Support and Protection Training provides an introduction to adult support and protection\, including key roles and responsibilities\, and is suitable for those who require an overview of adults at risk of harm. \nThe session is appropriate for front-line\, multi-agency staff\, including statutory\, independent and voluntary sector practitioners. \nLearning outcomes\nParticipants will: \n\n\ngain confidence in identifying harm for an adult \n\n\nunderstand why Adult Support and Protection is needed \n\n\nexplore how to act on relevant Adult Support and Protection legislation \n\n\nlearn how to implement and use local Adult Protection Procedures \n\n\nunderstand duties to report\, inquire and co-operate \n\n\nunderstand the roles and responsibilities of agencies and professionals \n\n\ngain awareness of attendance and participation at Adult Support and Protection Case Conferences \n\n\nThis training is delivered in partnership with West Lothian Council. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.voluntarysectorgateway.org/event/level-1-adult-support-and-protection-training/
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SUMMARY:Third Sector Employability Forum
DESCRIPTION:VSGWL coordinates the Third Sector Employability Forum to bring together local third sector organisations involved in employability and community support. \nThe forum provides space to: \n\nShare updates\, resources\, and good practice.\nBuild relationships and referral routes.\nIdentify gaps and opportunities.\nFeed into local and national employability strategy.\n\nThe Forum is currently chaired by Alan McCloskey (Interim Chair). \nJoin the Forum\nIf your organisation supports people into work\, volunteering\, or training\, we’d love you to join us.
URL:https://www.voluntarysectorgateway.org/event/third-sector-employability-forum/
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SUMMARY:Social Enterprise Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Social Enterprise Forum is open to all social enterprises operating in West Lothian (a social enterprise is an organisation that is trading and has an asset lock). \nIt is facilitated by The Gateway to enable enterprises’ engagement across West Lothian and its strategic partnerships\, provide networking opportunities\, peer support and learning. \nMeetings alternate every 6-8 weeks\, between The Gateway’s offices in Bathgate and members’ venues across West Lothian\, and regularly have guest speakers. \nTo find our more\, including meeting dates and venues\, email socialenterprises@vsgwl.org
URL:https://www.voluntarysectorgateway.org/event/social-enterprise-forum-2/
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SUMMARY:Children and Families Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Children and Families Forum brings together voluntary\, community and non-profit organisations from across West Lothian to help shape and strengthen the support available for children\, young people and families. \nBy working together\, we aim to: \n\n\nIncrease the impact of the Third Sector in planning and delivering services \n\n\nShare knowledge\, experience and ideas \n\n\nInfluence local decision-making and strategic priorities \n\n\nWho can join?Any voluntary\, community or non-profit organisation working with children\, young people or families in West Lothian is welcome to become a member. \nWhy get involved?The Forum acts as a collective voice for the Third Sector on key strategic groups—such as the Children & Families Strategic Planning Group—ensuring the sector’s insight and experience are heard where it matters most.Members also have the opportunity to take on representative roles\, feeding into important partnership work across the area. \nChairThe Forum is currently chaired by Helen Davis\, West Lothian Youth Action Project (WLYAP). \nMore Information
URL:https://www.voluntarysectorgateway.org/event/children-and-families-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T100000
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SUMMARY:Trustee Journey Training
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are currently a trustee or thinking about becoming one\, this session will help you better understand the important role trustees play in charities and voluntary organisations. \nOur Trustee Journey Training provides a practical introduction to the responsibilities of trustees and how effective boards help organisations thrive. \nThis session is suitable for: \n• Current trustees who want to refresh their understanding of their role• New trustees looking for guidance and confidence in their position• People considering becoming a trustee in the future• Staff or volunteers supporting board recruitment or governance \n\nWhat we will cover\nThis session will explore: \n• The role and responsibilities of charity trustees• Key legal duties and expectations• How trustees support good governance and decision-making• The trustee journey – why people become trustees and what they gain from the role• How organisations recruit\, select and support board members• The five principles of good governance: \n\n\nOrganisational purpose \n\n\nLeadership \n\n\nBoard behaviour \n\n\nControl \n\n\nEffectiveness \n\n\nWe will also highlight the guidance and support available to help trustees succeed. \n\nWhy attend?\nBeing a trustee is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills\, support causes you care about\, and make a difference in your community. \nWhether you are new to the role or already serving on a board\, this session will help strengthen your understanding of effective governance and the impact trustees can make.
URL:https://www.voluntarysectorgateway.org/event/trustee-journey-training/
LOCATION:The Gateway\, 20-22 King Street\, Bathgate\, West Lothian\, EH48 1AX\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Third Sector Strategy Group
DESCRIPTION:The Third Sector Strategy Group (TSSG) is open to all Third Sector organisations across West Lothian. This is an opportunity for you to: \n\nInfluence the work of Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian\nAmplify your collective voice to local and national government and statutory bodies\nNetwork with peers from other organisations\n\nThe group is chaired by Louise Crozier from Citizens Advice Bureau West Lothian. \nRole of the TSSG: \n\nAdvise and guide the Gateway on sector needs at both national and local policy development levels and oversee the implementation of the work plan.\nRepresent the sector’s interests at forums\, ensuring a broad perspective rather than narrow organisational interests.\nEstablish suitable systems for the constituencies within each thematic or geographic group\, such as children and families or local regeneration planning.\nFacilitate effective communication both within the sector and between forums.\nInfluence national policy and planning across the sector.\nAct as a ‘sounding board’ to offer advice to the Gateway on its future strategies and plans.\n\nMore Information
URL:https://www.voluntarysectorgateway.org/event/third-sector-strategy-group-3/
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