Cathedral Church of St Marie, Sheffield Everyone Welcome

The theme of this year’s Islam Awareness Week is ‘One World: Our Children, Our Future’. Events include exhibitions, inter-communal dialogue and an open day at the new ‘Al Madina’ mosque. For further information contact: enquiries@isb-sheff.org.uk

Building Communities: Equality and diversity in action
7th November, 9.45am – 4.15pm at the Met Hotel, Leeds LS1 2HQ As part of this day conference on refugee integration and community cohesion, Inderjit Bhogal will be speaking about City of Sanctuary’s work to build a culture of hospitality. Cost £339/£130. Contact the Refugee Council to book a place on 020 7346 6737

6th November from 9.30am – 4pm at Voluntary Action Sheffield This training course for organisations wanting to broaden their volunteer recruitment will help you to:
• Understand myths and facts about refugees and asylum seekers
• Know the legal issues around refugees and asylum seekers
volunteering e.g. CRB checks, expenses, benefits etc
• Ensure that your recruitment, induction and support procedures
are welcoming and inclusive
• Develop and action plan for your organisation.
£25 for VAS members, £30 for non member voluntary and community groups

We are continuing to run drop-in workshops on Web-publishing, blogging,
and Internet skills, at Access Space, 1 Sidney Street, Sheffield S1
(Tel: 0114 249 5522)
The drop-in now takes place on Tuesdays from 11am to 1pm. Sessions are
free and open to all. Please advertise to any refugees or asylum-seekers
who may be interested.