9.45 - 12.15

12.45–3.15

The Art of Public Speaking
Get those knocking knees, dry throat and butterflies floating around when you are asked to speak in public?  Ways to overcome the nerves we all feel in this situation are explored and tips on how to ensure the effectiveness of your delivery.

The Art Of Public Speaking
Take the opportunity to put this morning session into practice!  Every participant will do a brief presentation.  Bring information on your organisation or interests to help you prepare your presentation. 

9.45 – 12.15

12.45 – 3.15

Positive Communication Techniques
How to communicate persuasively when writing reports, letters and articles.  Explores how day to day positive communication can enhance individual self esteem and organizational well being.

Conflict Transformation
How to deal with conflict situations that can help transform negative events into positive events.  What is the effect of conflict on a team and the individual and why do we need to manage it?  This will focus on interpersonal rather than organizational conflict. 

9.45 –12.15

12.45- 3.15

Effective Committee Meetings
How to conduct a meeting that achieves outcomes.  What are effective meeting procedures and how do you ensure you address your agenda?  How can you make sure meetings start and close on time and that you cover all issues in a fair manner?  What is the correct process and how do you minimize conflict? 

The Art of Minute Taking
How do we take minutes and how does it fit record keeping requirements?  What is the format needed and how do we ensure records are accurate?  How can the minutes assist in achieving organizational and operational goals? 

These workshops link together to write the body of your funding application

9.45–12.15

12.45- 3.15

Designing and Managing Projects
How to design small and large projects to increase opportunities for obtaining further funding and how do you keep track of your activities to ensure your project achieves what is required? 

Applying for Funding and Grants
How do you increase your opportunities for winning funding?  What are the funding bodies looking for and how do you prepare your application to meet their needs?

9.45–12.15

12.45- 3.15

Food Safety
A practical approach to handling food applying the new legislation.  Looks at the issue of wearing gloves, temperature and storage for foods, time controls, preparing foods safely, the work environment and personal hygiene.

Event Management
How to plan an event using a running sheet which identifies and meets risk management strategies.  What are the things we always think of too late and how can we stop this from happening?  How do we put together an effective team to ensure our event goes smoothly?

9.45–12.15

12.45–3.15

Good Governance for Incorporated Bodies
How does a committee ensure they are meting the needs of the Associations Incorporation Act, the Constitution and the organization?  What should the committee be focusing on and addressing at scheduled meetings? 

Roles & Responsibilities of Committee Members
How individual committee members team together to meet governance needs and defining what the responsibilities are of each member of the team

These workshops link together to demonstrate how report information can be a powerful tool for promoting your organisation

9.45–12.15

12.45–3.15

Promoting Your Organization
It’s not what you say –it’s how you say it!  Use the information you gather to showcase your organisation and volunteers achievements!