Calendar of Training and Events
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Check back here in mid February for a list of events for the first half of 2012.
2012
VYMA Practice Clinics
VYMA Practice Clincs will provide program coordinators, and those interested in establishing youth mentoring programs, an allocated 20 minute phone call session to discuss particular challenges and new ideas.
Bookings are available between 3pm and 5pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. To arrange a time to discuss your challenges and/or new ideas e-mail Lauren Holst, Program Coordinator, l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
2011
December 2011
Metropolitan Melbourne Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 1 December 2011
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venues:
North West: Mr Tulk, 328 Swanston St Melbourne
Inner South East: Cafe Carnival, 4 Station Rd Cheltenham
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleagues.
RSVP to:
North West: Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8341 8731or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East: Rachael Parker (Leaving Care Mentoring Program - Southern Directions Youth Services) on 8531 2000 or at rparker@moira.org.au
November 2011
VYMA Practice Network
When: 15 November 2011
Time: 3:00-5:00pm
Venue: The Kulin Room, L10 225 Bourke St, Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
October 2011
Youth Mentoring Week Celebration
When: 24 October 2011
Time: 4:30-6:30pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Donkey Wheel House 673 Bourke St Melbourne
Why: View our new Faces of Youth Mentoring Digital Stories, celebrate the Mentor of the Year Award and meet the people who make a difference through youth mentoring across Victoria.
RSVP: This event is open to VYMA members and by invite only. RSVP online by 17 October 2011
September 2011
Victorian Youth Mentoring Alliance Annual General Meeting
When: 27 September 2011
Time: 4:00-5:30pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Queen Victoria Women’s Centre 210 Lonsdale St Melbourne
Why: Take part in the Alliance’s AGM and to hear about the year’s achievements and our plans for 2011.
RSVP: To Sarah on 0423 929 601 or at s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Get Your Story Heard for Young People, Mentors and Coordinators
When: 24 September 2011
Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm (lunch provided)
Venue: Melbourne Zoo Library, Elliott Ave, Parkville
Why: Join us for this exciting training opportunity sponsored by the Australian Youth Mentoring Network to build your media skills, prepare for and deliver confident media interviews. This interactive workshop will equip you with the skills to be an effective media spokesperson for your program just in time for Youth Mentoring Week.
RSVP: By the 16th of September. For further information contact Lauren Holst on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Metropolitan Melbourne Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 1 September 2011
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venues:
North West: Mr Tulk, 328 Swanston St Melbourne
Inner South East: Sandwich Point, Shop 3/8 Station St, Moorabbin (Cnr Station St and Central Ave)
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleagues.
RSVP to:
North West: Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8341 8731or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East: Rachael Parker (Leaving Care Mentoring Program - Southern Directions Youth Services) on 8531 2000 or at rparker@moira.org.au
August 2011
Supporting Youth Mentoring for a Brighter Future
Senior Victorians are invited to attend workshops across the State to unpack how to connect with young people and support local youth mentoring programs.
When: Wednesday 24 August 2011
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Venue: Betty Reilly Room - St Luke’s, 175-187 Hargreaves St Bendigo
RSVP: To Sarah on 0423 929 601 or at s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
VYMA Practice Network
When: 9 August 2011
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue: The Kulin Room, L10 225 Bourke St, Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
July 2011
Supporting Youth Mentoring for a Brighter Future
Senior Victorians are invited to attend workshops across the State to unpack how to connect with young people and support local youth mentoring programs.
Ballarat
When: Tuesay 19 July 2011
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Venue: TBC
RSVP: To Vicki Coltman at Lead On Ballarat on 03 5332 3896 or at vickic@leadon.com.au
June 2011
Legal Issues for Youth Mentoring Programs
When: 22 June 2011
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm (lunch provided)
Venue: City of Melbourne Bowls Club, Flagstaff Gardens, Dudley St, West Melbourne
Why: Join us to explore the potential pitfalls and legal hotspots to be aware of when coordinating a youth mentoring program. We will utilise the National Youth Mentoring Benchmarks as a starting point to work through the various issues.
RSVP: By the 15th of June. For further information contact Lauren Holst on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Supporting Youth Mentoring for a Brighter Future
Senior Victorians are invited to attend workshops across the State to unpack how to connect with young people and support local youth mentoring programs.
Melbourne CBD
When: Friday 3 June 2011
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Venue: Victoria Room – QV Women’s Centre 210 Lonsdale Street Melbourne
RSVP: To the VYMA on 0423 929 601 or at info@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Noble Park
Date: Monday 6 June 2011
Time 10:00am-12:00pm
Venue: Paddy O'Donoghue Centre 18 - 32 Buckley St Noble Park
RSVP: To the VYMA on 0423 929 601 or at info@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Metropolitan Melbourne Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 2 June 2011
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venues:
North West: The Lounge, 243 Swanston St Melbourne
Inner South East: The Elwood Lounge, 49-51 Glenhuntly Rd, Elwood
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleagues.
RSVP to:
North West: Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East: Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS) on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
May 2011
VYMA Practice Network
When: 10 May 2011
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue: The Kulin Room, L10 225 Bourke St, Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
March 2011
Train the Trainer: VYMA Mentor Training Package
When: 24 March 2011
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm (lunch provided)
Venue: City of Melbourne Bowls Club, Flagstaff Gardens, Dudley St, West Melbourne
Why: Join us to work through the 'ins and outs' of the recently released VYMA Mentor Training Package and find out techniques to convey the messages and get the most out of the activities in the package.
RSVP: By the 17th of March. For further information contact Lauren Holst on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
February 2011
Metropolitan Melbourne Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 24 February 2011
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venues:
North West: The Lounge, 243 Swanston St Melbourne
Inner South East: The Elwood Lounge, 49-51 Glenhuntly Rd, Elwood
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleagues.
RSVP to:
North West: Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East: Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS) on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
VYMA Practice Network
When: 10 February 2011
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue: The Kulin Room, L10 225 Bourke St, Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
December 2010
Metropolitan Melbourne Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 8 December 2010
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venues:
North West: The Lounge Downstairs, 243 Swanston St Melbourne
Inner South East: The Elwood Lounge, 49-51 Glenhuntly Rd, Elwood
Outer East: Yarra Ranges Youth Services, 216-218 Main St, Lilydale
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleaugues.
RSVP to:
North West: Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East: Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS) on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
Outer East: Amanda Wiggs (Jindi Woraback Youth Mentoring, Yarra Ranges Youth Services) on 9294 6716 or at a.wiggs@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
November 2010
VYMA AGM & End of Year Celebration
When: 23 November 2010
Time: 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Venue: The Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne
RSVP: To Sarah on 0423 929 6010 or s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
VYMA Practice Network
When: 23 November 2010
Time: 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Venue: The Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
October 2010
Youth Mentoring Week Expo 2010
When: 26 October 2010
Time: 12:00 - 1:00pm
Venue: Melbourne Town Hall, corner of Swanston and Collins Streets Melbourne
Who inspired you?
Who are you inspiring?
Come along to hear more about the impact of mentoring, meet young people and their mentors, and find out how you can get involved.
Meet young people, mentors and staff from programs across Victoria and find out how youth mentoring can assist a variety of young people in a range of settings.
September 2010
Presentation Skills for Youth Mentoring
When: 15 September 2010
Time: 10:30am - 2:30pm (lunch provided)
Venue: City of Melbourne Bowls Club, Flagstaff Gardens, Dudley St, West Melbourne
Why: Join David Imber, media spokesperson and communications consultant, to:
- develop clear program messages
- learn how to handle difficult questions
- develop your personal style
- help calm those public speaking nerves and
- plan your stall for the VYMA Youth Mentoring Week Expo on 26 October
RSVP: By the 8th of September. For further information contact Lauren Holst on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
August 2010
VYMA Practice Network
When: 24 August 2010
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue: The Kulin Room, L10 City Village, 225 Bourke St Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Metropolitan Melbourne Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 4 August 2010
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venues:
North West: The Lounge Downstairs, 243 Swanston St Melbourne
Inner South East: The Elwood Lounge, 49-51 Glenhuntly Rd, Elwood
Outer East: Yarra Ranges Youth Services, 216-218 Main St, Lilydale
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleaugues.
RSVP to:
North West: Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East: Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS) on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
Outer East: Amanda Wiggs (Jindi Woraback Youth Mentoring, Yarra Ranges Youth Services) on 9294 6716 or at a.wiggs@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
July 2010
Supervision and Support of Mentors
When: 14 July 2010
Time: 10:30am - 2:30pm (lunch provided)
Venue: City of Melbourne Bowls Club, Flagstaff Gardens, Dudley St, West Melbourne
Why:
- Have you ever wondered how to get the most out of supervision sessions with your mentors?
- Are you curious about how other programs balance the needs of mentors with the time and resources available to support them?
- Do you want to know what makes a good supervisor?
If you answered yes to any of these questions then this is the forum for you!
Join a panel of experienced program coordinators and mentors to explore this topic in more detail.
RSVP: By the 7th of July by following the instructions on this link http://www.trybooking.com/3587 For further information contact Lauren Holst on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
May 2010
VYMA Practice Network
When: 25 May 2010
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue: The Kulin Room, L10 City Village, 225 Bourke St Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
VYMA Youthbeyondblue Mentor Training
When: 15 May 2010
Time: Session One: 10:00am–12:00pm
Lunch: 12:00-12:45pm
Session Two: 1:00-3:00pm
Venue: Rainforest Room - Melbourne Zoo, Elliott Avenue, Parkville
Why: The training increases awareness of depression and anxiety and promotes early intervention and
prevention.
You will learn how to identify some of the signs that someone may be experiencing depression or
anxiety and how to assist young people to get professional help if needed.
RSVP: There are only 25 spaces per session. Please RSVP before 30 April at
www.surveymonkey.com/s/BZ22ZFZ to secure your place at one of the sessions.
Metropolitan Melbourne Youth Mentoring Coffee Cubs
When: 5 May 2010
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venues:
North West: The Lounge Downstairs, 243 Swanston St Melbourne
Inner South East: The Elwood Lounge, 49-51 Glenhuntly Rd, Elwood
Outer East: Yarra Ranges Youth Services, 216-218 Main St, Lilydale
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleaugues.
RSVP to:
North West: Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East: Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS) on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
Outer East: Amanda Wiggs (Jindi Woraback Youth Mentoring, Yarra Ranges Youth Services) on 9294 6716 or at a.wiggs@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
April 2010
VYMA Professional Development
When: 21 April 2010
Time: 10:30am - 2:30pm (lunch provided)
Venue: City of Melbourne Bowls Club, Flagstaff Gardends, Dudley St, West Melbourne
Why: This workshop will enable you to:
- Deepen your understanding of the issues affecting young people from
refugee and newly arrived backgrounds
- Develop an understanding of factors that impact on CaLD young
people in accessing, understanding and committing to a mentoring
program
- Build your cross cultural knowledge and skills to better support mentors in your program
RSVP: To Lauren Holst on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
February 2010
VYMA Practice Network
When: 23 February 2010
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue: The Kulin Room, L10 City Village, 225 Bourke St Melbourne
Why: The Metropolitan Practice Network is designed to respond to the evolving needs of practitioners in the sector. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles and hear new ideas from the field.
RSVP: To Lauren on 0411 374 225or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
North West Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 3 February 2010 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: The Lounge Downstairs, 243 Swanston St Melbourne
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleaugues.
RSVP to your host Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 3 February 2010 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm -5:00pm
Venue: The Elwood Lounge, 49-51 Glenhuntly Rd, Elwood
Why: Share a laugh, reflect on your work and be inspired by your fellow youth mentoring colleaugues.
RSVP to your host Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS) on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
Outer Eastern Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 3 February 2010 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Yarra Ranges Youth Services, 216-218 Main St, Lilydale
RSVP to Amanda Wiggs (Jindi Woraback Youth Mentoring, Yarra Ranges Youth Services) on 9294 6716 or at a.wiggs@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
November 2009
Victorian Youth Mentoring Alliance Annual General Meeting
When: 5th November 2009
Time: 5:15-6:15pm (refreshments provided)
Where: Queen Victoria Women’s Centre 210 Lonsdale St Melbourne
Why: Take part in the Alliance’s AGM to hear about the year’s achievements and our plans for 2010.
RSVP: To Sarah on 0423 929 601 or at s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Successfully Engaging Business for Youth Mentoring Organisations
When: Thursday 5th November 2009
Time: 1:00–5:00pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: The Victoria Room, Queen Victoria Women’s Centre, 210 Lonsdale St, Melbourne
Why: Come along to this training session to hear case studies of business partnerships and learn the practical steps to approach and engage businesses for the benefit of your program and the young people involved.
RSVP: To Lauren Holst on 0411 374 225 or l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
October 2009
Celebration of Youth Mentoring in Victoria
When: Monday 26th October 2009
Time: 10:00 to 11:30am
Where: Carousel Park Marquee, Melbourne Zoo, Elliott Ave Parkville
Why: Join representatives from youth mentoring, business, government and philanthropy to celebrate youth mentoring
RSVP: Online at www.youth.vic.gov.au by 21 October 2009
North West Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 21 October 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Café Bebida 325 Smith St Fitzroy
RSVP to your host Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 14 October 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm -5:00pm
Venue: Orange Café 126 Chapel St Windsor
RSVP to your host Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
Get Your Message Across: A Forum for Programs to Develop Successful Marketing and Promotional Strategies
When: 7 October 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 10:30am – 2:30pm (lunch provided)
Venue: First Floor, 506 Elizabeth St Melbourne
Why: Do you want to make the most of Youth Mentoring Week for your program?
Youth Mentoring Week is a great opportunity for programs around Australia to increase the profile of their projects, recruit new mentors, celebrate achievements, share positive news stories, attract media attention and further garner support for youth mentoring.
The VYMA is partnering with the Australian Youth Mentoring Network to present this forum to ensure that you are best placed to implement appropriate and successful marketing and promotional strategies for your program for Youth Mentoring Week and beyond.
RSVP to Lauren Holst at l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org
September 2009
VYMA Practice Network
When: 10 September 2009 - Thursday
Time: 3:00-5:00pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Melbourne Multicultural Hub – Orange Room, First Floor, 506 Elizabeth St Melbourne
Why: The network responds to the needs and interests of people who attend on the day. Come along to work with your youth mentoring colleagues and get support with your struggles.
RSVP to Lauren Holst at l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Sector Consultation: Review and Refresh of the Office for Youth ‘Leading the Way’ Strategic Framework on Mentoring Young People
When: 10 September 2009 - Thursday
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Melbourne Multicultural Hub – Orange Room, First Floor, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne
Why: Leading the Way is the Victorian Government’s Strategic Framework for Mentoring Young People (2005-2008) and is currently up for review. EMS Consulting have been appointed by the Office for Youth to undertake consultations with key stakeholders across Victoria.
Join us to have your say about the future direction of the Victorian Government’s policy on youth mentoring. The feedback from the consultations will be incorporated into a refreshed Strategic Framework for youth mentoring in Victoria under the Mentoring and Capacity Building Initiative, outlining strategic priorities for the four year funded period (2009-2012).
RSVP to Lauren Holst at l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.
August 2009
Metropolitan Youth Mentoring Summit
When: 15 August 2009 - Saturday
Time: TBA
Venue: Melbourne Zoo, Elliott Ave, Parkville Victoria 3052
Why: Mentors and mentees from across the metropolitan region will be invited to tell their stories of mentoring, celebrate their contribution and share highlights and challenges through a series of creative activities – and of course enjoy all that the Melbourne Zoo has to offer!
July 2009
North West Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 22 July 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Café Bebida 325 Smith St Fitzroy
RSVP to your host Eloise Brown (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Outer South East Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 15 July 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Bec and Dale's Coffee Shop Main St Croydon
RSVP to Amanda Wiggs (Jindi Woraback Youth Mentoring, Yarra Ranges Youth Services on 9294 6716 or at a.wiggs@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
Inner South East Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 15 July 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Orange Café 126 Chapel St Windsor
RSVP to your host Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
VYMA Practice Network
When: 9 July 2009 - Thursday
Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Melbourne Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St Melbourne
Why? The network responds to the needs and interests of people who attend on the day. This month we will help you do a SWOT analysis of your program and combine forces to help solve any issues you might be having.
RSVP to Lauren Holst at l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
June 2009
Effectively Screening Mentors: An interactive forum to learn about practical ways to efficiently and effectively screen mentors
When: 17 June 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 10:30am – 2:30pm (lunch provided)
Venue: Melbourne Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne
Why? Have you ever…
Had a ‘gut feeling’ about a potential mentor but no way to document your instincts?
Wondered how to identify and document ‘red flags’?
Wondered how to remain as objective as possible whilst screening?
If you answered yes to any of these questions then this is the event for you!
Join a presenter from Child Wise, Australia’s leading child protection charity, and colleagues from the youth mentoring sector to explore best practice and troubleshoot issues regarding screening mentors.
Cost: $50 non members or $35 members
RSVP to l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au or to Register On-Line "Click here"
May 2009
VYMA Practice Network
When: 7 May 2009 - Thursday
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Treacy Conference Centre 126 The Avenue, Parkville
Why? The network responds to the needs and interests of people who attend on the day. This month we will help you do a SWOT analysis of your program and combine forces to help solve any issues you might be having.
RSVP to Lauren Holst at l.holst@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Outer South East Metropolitan Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 6 May 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Venue: Coffee Club L.2 Dandenong Plaza Mccrae Street Dandenong (in front of Best & Less)
April 2009
School Based Mentoring A forum to explore building sustainable programs in schools
When: 23 April 2009 - Thursday
Time: 10:30am – 2:30pm (lunch provided)
Venue: Treacy Conference Centre 126 The Avenue, Parkville
Why? Find out how different programs ‘do’ school based mentoring. Hear about recent research into school based mentoring across Australia and find out how you can get more involved.
Cost: $50 non members or $35 members
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
North West Metropolitan Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 22 April 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Hairy Canary 212 Little Collins St Melbourne
RSVP to your host Bree Lamprell (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
Inner South East Metropolitan Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 15 April 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Orange Café 126 Chapel St Windsor
RSVP to your host Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
March 2009
Practice Network Meeting
When: 5 March 2009 - Thursday
Time: 3:00-5:00pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Darebin Arts Centre, Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston
Why? The network responds to the needs and interests of people who attend on the day. This month we will help you do a SWOT analysis of your program and combine forces to help solve any issues you might be having.
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
February 2009
Outer South East Metropolitan Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 25 February 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:00-4:30pm
Venue: Drum Theatre Café at Dandenong Town Hall 226 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong
RSVP to your Sarah Johnson on 0423 929 601 or at s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Inner South East Metropolitan Youth Mentoring Coffee Clubs
When: 18 February 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30-5:00pm
Venue: Orange Café 126 Chapel St Windsor
RSVP to your host Allan Snashall (Bayside Youth Mentoring Programme - MacKillop FS) on 9699 9177 or at allan.snashall@mackillop.org.au
January 2009
North West Metropolitan Youth Mentoring Coffee Club
When: 21 January 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30-5:00pm
Venue: Filter Cafe 285 Brunswick St Fitzroy
RSVP to your host Bree Lamprell (ASISTA Mentoring Program - YWCA Victoria) on 8668 8153 or at asista@ywca.net
November 2008
VYMA Annual General Meeting
When: 27 November 2008
Time: 3:00-4:00pm (refreshments provided)
Venue: Darebin Arts Centre, Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston
Why? Everyone is welcome, but only our members will be eligible to vote or nominate for the Board of Management.
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
Practice Network Meeting
When: 27 November 2008
Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm
Venue: Darebin Arts Centre, Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston
Why? For youth mentoring program staff to have a forum to network, share ideas and discuss solutions to practice based issues.
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
October 2008
Community Partnerships in Mentoring: A forum to explore the potential of partnerships in your community
When: 9 October 2008
Time: 10:30am–2:30pm
Venue: Treacy Conference Centre 126 The Avenue, Parkville
Why? Join representatives from a variety of mentoring programs who will share the strengths and pitfalls of their community partnerships. Learn how to analysis potential partnerships before diving in. Find out how to write a great Memorandum of Understanding
Cost: Cost: $50 non members or $35 members
RSVP: To s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
August 2008
Practice Network Meeting
When: 28 August 2008
Time: 3pm-5pm
Venue: Darebin Arts Centre, Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston
Why? For youth mentoring program staff to have a forum to network, share ideas and discuss solutions to practice based issues.
Cost: Cost: Free
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
NRGize Workshop 2008 – kick-starting and strengthening your mentoring program
When: 19 August 2008 -to- 21August 2008
Time: Registrations open at 8:30am
Venue: Victoria University Conference Centre Level 12, 300 Flinders Street, Melbourne
Why? For youth mentoring program staff to have a forum to network, share ideas and discuss solutions to practice based issues.
Cost: Early Bird Rate $395 (Before 18th July) Normal Registration $445 (Before 8th August) A late registration fee of $40 applies after the 8th August 2008
July 2008
Volunteer Mentor Summit (Invitation Only Event)
When: 5 July 2008
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Venue: The Edmund Rice Room, Treacy Conference Centre 126 The Avenue, Parkville
Why? Mentors from across Victoria have been invited to represent mentors in their region to celebrate their contribution, share highlights and challenges and develop guidelines for better mentor support.
Cost:
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RSVP: Contact your Mentoring Coordinator to organise transport and RSVP by 29th June 2008 online at www.youth.vic.gov.au
Celebration of Youth Mentoring (Invitation Only Event)
When: 2 July 2008
Time: 2:30pm-4pm
Venue: Sir Redmond Barry Room Level 46, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Why? The Minister for Sport, Recreation and Youth Affairs, James Merlino MP and the VYMA have invited VYMA members and other stakeholder to celebrate Youth Mentoring in Victoria as part of the statewide Youth Mentoring Week celebrations.
RSVP: To accept your invitation, please RSVP online at www.youth.vic.gov.au by 25 June 2008
June 2008
Free Grant Writing Workshop
When: 4 June 2008
Time: 10am-2pm (lunch provided)
Venue: Victorian Archives Centre 99 Shiel St North Melbourne
Why? Join Patrick Moriarty from ‘Our Community’ to find out how you can write a great grant submission to ensure the ongoing sustainability of your mentoring program
Cost: Free
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
May 2008
Practice Network Meeting
When: 14 May 2008
Time: 3pm-5pm
Venue: Darebin Arts Centre, Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston
Why? For youth mentoring program staff to have a forum to network, share ideas and discuss solutions to practice based issues.
Cost: Free
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
April 2008
Funding and Sustainability Forum
When: 16 April 2008
Time: 10am – 2pm
Venue: Darebin Arts Centre Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd Preston
Why? The next Practice-Based Forum will be a Funding and Sustainability forum for Youth mentoring programs. Come and find out first hand about what funding bodies are looking for when they make decisions about which programs to support. A panel made up of representatives from government, philanthropic and corporate settings will help you talk through ideas and have your questions answered.
Cost: $50 non members or $35 members
RSVP to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
October 2007
YOUTH PARTICIPATION FORUM - a focus on Youth Mentoring
When: Tuesday 2nd October, 10am – 1pm (lunch will be provided)
Venue: Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre, Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston
Why? There is an increased interest and emphasis on youth participation across the youth sector, including youth mentoring programs. However, there is limited knowledge and experience of youth participation within the youth mentoring sector. Youth participation is a term that is used frequently and but often there is not a clear understanding of what it is, why we should be doing it, and how we can implement it within programs. Workers in the youth mentoring sector have articulated a need to have more practical information & tools of how to incorporate youth participation strategies into their programs.
RSVP by COB 25th September to s.johnson@youthmentoringvic.org.au
