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Tenants Association

Newsletter

April 2008

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The Federation has two new member associations, Elland Lane (Elland) and Travis House (Todmorden). Unfortunately, both are having a few housing problems which we hope we can help them resolve or at the very least offer them support.

At our last Federation meeting on Wednesday 30th April both TA's were able to ask questions about their issues directly to City Bus Tom Miskell, Trans-Pennine Chief Executive and, in order to help us understand their issues, we have organised a View Day on June 4th to visit both estates and to also look at some of the new housing developments which Pennine Housing have recently built.

All groups should have received information about the View Day, if not get in touch with the Tenant Involvement Workers on 01422 284518.


Secretary Wanted

Sue Molineux, our Secretary, has Secretary moved away from Calderdale so we're looking for someone to take her place.

At the next meeting we are hoping to appoint a replacement Secretary.

If you are interested please come along to the meeting and let us know.

Community Development Training Opportunities

Marilyn Sutcliffe, Adult Learning Calderdale Council, came to the last Graduate Federation meeting with information about three new Community Development courses they are now running.

Community Development Skills

Accredited course lasting 10 hours which helps develop an understanding of community development work

Certificate in Community Development

Much more intensive course lasting one or two years (1 or 2 mornings per week). The course covers:

  • Practice and Principles in Community

  • Development Work

  • Social Justice

  • Identifying Needs in Communities

  • Organising and Managing Projects

  • Community Development Monitoring & Evaluation

There is also a short 5 hour non-accredited course which covers setting up and growing your group, Knowing Your Community, Making It Work, Support & Resources for groups

Additionally, there is also a wide range of other courses available including:

  • Fundraising activities

  • Creative art

  • Festive stalls

  • Community cafes

  • Personal development

  • Food Safety

  • Local and family history

  • Newsletters and publicity

For more information contact Marilyn Sutcliffe on 01422 392820




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