VOCypf promotes a wide range of both face to face and online training opportunities, many of which are free of charge for the voluntary sector.
The majority of local training and events relevant to VOCypf members are delivered by:
Safeguarding Bedfordshire
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Safeguarding Bedfordshire joins the three authorities covering Bedfordshire, that are Bedford Borough, Central Bedfordshire and Luton, and their approach to multi agency safeguarding learning and development. The shared ambition is that professionals are provided with the skills and confidence to enable all children and young people in the county to lead safe, happy and healthy lives; with opportunities to learn, develop and fulfil their potential. The extensive training program on offer can be viewed on-line – visit Safeguarding Bedfordshire for face-to-face courses and on-line courses.
Bedfordshire Domestic Abuse Partnership
- Bedfordshire Domestic Abuse Training team offer a range of advice and resources aimed at those working or volunteering with children, young people and / or adults across Bedfordshire. Visit Bedfordshire Domestic Abuse Patnership for advice and recourses
Voluntary Sector
- Community Voluntary Service (CVS) runs regular workshops and training for voluntary and community groups in Bedford Borough, Central Bedfordshire and Luton. Regular free workshops offer help with fundraising, demonstrating needs and outcomes, and safeguarding awareness. Other courses are chargeable. For details of what is currently on offer, visit the CVS Events page and add in your search criteria.
- Other voluntary sector organisations offering training relevant to the sector are promoted through our regular newsletter.
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Training provided by voluntary organisations for the sector can be promoted through our VOCypf Newsletter. If you are holding events or training that are likely to be of interest and accessible to other groups within Bedfordshire working with children, young people and families then do let us know through info@voc-ypf.org.