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Free social entrepreneurship workshop
28th June 2010

The Wales Ireland Network for Social Entrepreneurship (WINSENT) will be hosting a free, half-day workshop for social entrepreneurs in Dublin, Tuesday, 28 September, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

The purpose of the session, entitled “Sustainability, Succession, Strategy”, is to:
  • Discuss the various “sustainability gaps” that many social entrepreneurs face during the start-up and expansion phases of their business;
    Outline a systematic process for creating social entrepreneurs succession structures/processes at management and board level;
    Explain a strategy formulation and implementation process which will ensure corporate governance and commercial/social return on investment;
    Illustrate the above with relevant Irish and international social entrepreneurship examples;
    Network with other social entrepreneurs, share personal examples and approaches in small group sessions.

There is no charge for attending, but booking is essential. Email info@winsent.eu to confirm your place, or call Sheila at (01) 4145703.
R.S.V.P due in no later than 17 September 2010.

Save the Date for the National Youth Council's Annual Conference
11th May 2010

‘Dealers in Happiness’:
The role of youth workers in promoting positive mental health in young people


The National Youth Council’s annual conference for the youth sector for 2010 will be held on Friday 26th November 2010 at The Emmaus Centre, Swords, Co. Dublin.

NYCI’s conference will examine the role of the youth worker in promoting positive mental health and will focus on practical models of intervention to up-skill youth workers in their work.

The Conference will consist of a mixture of key inputs, round-table discussions, a Panel Q&A Session and thematic group discussions.

Registration fee: €45.
Registration appreciated by 12 November.

For further information or to book a place contact Lisa Hyland or Elaine Lowry on 01-478 4122 or e-mail lisa@nyci.ie or elaine@nyci.ie.

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