Community First Yorkshire

We provide practical support to voluntary and community organisations, and social enterprises in North Yorkshire  through our networks, projects, training and services. We're also the ACRE Network member for North, South and West Yorkshire, providing advocacy for rural communities and parish councils. Our aim is to help you achieve your goals and better support your communities.

Hi,&nbsp;Thank you for booking onto our Safeguarding Responsibilities for Trustees and Management Committees training on Wednesday 15 April at 9.30am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83680149842?pwd=pca0bQmRWDaFYue4vT7oGLD0Vi7duh.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> (meeting ID: 836 8014 9842; passcode: 650772) We’ll be providing automatic live captioning and will describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive a VAT invoice shortly. See you there!&nbsp;

Safeguarding is at the heart of every organisation, and this online workshop is here to give trustees and management committee members the confidence to address safeguarding concerns with ease. You’ll learn about your responsibilities, the role of a designated safeguarding lead, and how to meet good governance standards while accessing practical resources and ongoing support. Whether you’re part of a village hall committee or another community group, this training will help you create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. Join us to strengthen your safeguarding practices, boost your organisation’s effectiveness, and make a positive impact in your community. Costs and concessionsOur training costs £35 per person - free if your annual turnover is under £25K. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

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We’re looking forward to you joining us for Safeguarding Responsibilities for Trustees and Management Committees training on Wednesday 15 April at 9.30am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83680149842?pwd=pca0bQmRWDaFYue4vT7oGLD0Vi7duh.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> (meeting ID: 836 8014 9842; passcode: 650772) We’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides.&nbsp;Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 15 April! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Safeguarding Responsibilities for Trustees and Management Committees training on Wednesday 15 April at 9.30am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83680149842?pwd=pca0bQmRWDaFYue4vT7oGLD0Vi7duh.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> (meeting ID: 836 8014 9842; passcode: 650772) We’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides.&nbsp;Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 15 April! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Safeguarding Responsibilities for Trustees and Management Committees

Thank you for booking onto our&nbsp;Fundraising Bid Writing&nbsp;workshop on&nbsp;Thursday 16 April&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83818598203?pwd=bf8RknViZUJMsiCWr2rNJnSKGy8NbV.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a>. As the training runs longer than an hour,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;include regular breaks to keep things comfortable.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;receive a copy of any slides to&nbsp;refer back&nbsp;to.&nbsp; If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;easy, simply log into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Please take a look at our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions.</a>&nbsp;See you there!&nbsp; Community First Yorkshire team

Tell your story to secure funding!&nbsp;&nbsp; Discover what makes a funding application stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape. This interactive Fundraising Bid Writing workshop, delivered by the <a href="https://www.rlf.org.uk/writing-for-life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Royal Literary Fund</a>, is designed for voluntary and community sector professionals who want to communicate their organisation’s impact with confidence. Through practical exercises and guided discussion, you will learn how to strengthen your bids, connect with funders and avoid common pitfalls. You’ll explore how to:<ul><li>understand what funders really want</li><li>interpret funding criteria effectively</li><li>clarify your project objectives and outcomes</li><li>plan, write and edit applications using a clear, structured approach.</li></ul> Perfect for beginners, this workshop equips you with the skills to craft compelling applications and increase your chances of securing vital funding. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Fundraising Bid Writing&nbsp;workshop on&nbsp;Thursday 16 April&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am.&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83818598203?pwd=bf8RknViZUJMsiCWr2rNJnSKGy8NbV.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides.&nbsp;Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything.&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;- or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; Need to cancel?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;easy, simply log into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Please take a look at our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions.</a> We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Thursday.&nbsp;Warm regards,&nbsp; The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Fundraising Bid Writing&nbsp;workshop on&nbsp;Thursday 16 April&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am.&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83818598203?pwd=bf8RknViZUJMsiCWr2rNJnSKGy8NbV.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides.&nbsp;Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything.&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;- or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; Need to cancel?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;easy, simply log into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Please take a look at our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions.</a> We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;16 April.&nbsp;Warm regards,&nbsp; The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Charitable Trading with WYCAS training on Monday 20 April at 1pm – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89352578328?pwd=rV0UF4E9KdEhfgst10zd0MxIDmsxhR.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive an invoice shortly. See you there!

Discover how your charity can confidently generate income through trading - without getting lost in the legal and financial details. This workshop will help you understand what charitable trading is, why it matters, and how to do it well while staying fully compliant. You’ll explore the key principles in a clear, accessible way, including when trading is considered part of your charitable purpose, when a trading subsidiary might be needed, and what to know about tax, corporation tax, and VAT. You’ll come away feeling more confident, better equipped, and ready to support your organisation’s income-generation plans. Perfect for managers, bookkeepers, trustees, treasurers, or anyone involved in charity finances, the session is led by Claire Welling from <a href="https://www.wycas.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WYCAS </a>- known for her down‑to‑earth approach that makes complex topics easy to understand. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Charitable Trading with WYCAS training on Monday 20 April at 1pm. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89352578328?pwd=rV0UF4E9KdEhfgst10zd0MxIDmsxhR.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 20 April! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Improving your content &amp; planning for social media training on Tuesday 21 April at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88491880241?pwd=fbYZPLWJ2WJU4zyqT6abNHbXtJKPiC.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive an invoice shortly. See you there!

Create standout social media content Learn how to produce eye‑catching graphics, imagery and video using free tools like Canva, iMovie and ClipChamp. <a href="https://www.srxconsultancy.com/communications/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SRX Consultancy</a> will share practical tips, live demos and real examples to help you improve your content quickly. You’ll learn:<ul><li>What makes content high‑quality and on‑brand</li><li>How to source and shoot strong imagery</li><li>Editing basics for images, graphics, video and audio</li><li>Best practice, common pitfalls and recommended equipment.</li></ul> A 2‑hour interactive workshop with an optional 30‑minute Q&amp;A. Attendees receive a follow‑up pack and access to post‑session support. Delivered by SRX Consultancy, specialists in PR, social media and communications with 10 years’ training experience. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

Thank you for booking onto our Improving your content &amp; planning for social media training on Tuesday 21 April at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88491880241?pwd=fbYZPLWJ2WJU4zyqT6abNHbXtJKPiC.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 21 April. Warm regards,The Community First Yorkshire Team

Improving your content & planning for social media

Thank you for booking to attend our Age Friendly Network spring meeting on Wednesday 29 April at 10am –&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you! Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;link for the Microsoft Teams session: <a href="https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3359153409975?p=ltz2kzxT4WRNLiDM6s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3359153409975?p=ltz2kzxT4WRNLiDM6s</a> If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Teams, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help. No longer able to join us? You can easily cancel your place by logging into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Find out more in&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>. See you there! Age Friendly Network team

Join us for a warm and lively Age Friendly Network Spring Meeting! This spring, we’re coming together to focus on health and wellbeing - and to explore practical, inspiring ways we can support one another to live and age well across North Yorkshire. We’ll hear from a range of guest speakers, share ideas and look at helpful tools such as walking audits that can make a real difference to wellbeing in your community. The event is open to all Age Friendly Network members, organisations working with older people, and anyone curious about joining the Network. It’s a great chance to connect, learn and be part of a positive movement for age-friendly communities. We’d love to see you there!

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our Age Friendly Network spring meeting on Wednesday 29 April at 10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;link for the Microsoft Teams session: <a href="https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3359153409975?p=ltz2kzxT4WRNLiDM6s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3359153409975?p=ltz2kzxT4WRNLiDM6s</a> 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Teams&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday 29 April! Warm regards, Age Friendly Network team

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our Age Friendly Network spring meeting on Wednesday 29 April at 10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;link for the Microsoft Teams session: <a href="https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3359153409975?p=ltz2kzxT4WRNLiDM6s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3359153409975?p=ltz2kzxT4WRNLiDM6s</a> 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Teams&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>.&nbsp;If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday! Warm regards, Age Friendly Network team

Hi,&nbsp;Thank you for booking onto our 'Tell your impact story' training on Thursday 30 April at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88304093589?pwd=fOXHkDOgv2n2h7yw7yrencwAG2VoBe.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive an invoice shortly. See you there!

Learn to communicate your impact This interactive workshop will help you understand what “impact” really means in the context of your work, what information you need to evidence it, and how to turn evaluation data into clear, compelling stories for the audiences that matter most - from funders and partners to the communities you support. Through a mix of discussion and practical writing exercises, you’ll explore how to identify the difference your activities make, gather the right information to demonstrate that difference, and communicate it in a way that is engaging, confident and meaningful. During the workshop, you will:<ul><li>Explore what impact looks like for your organisation and activities</li><li>Identify the key information needed to understand and demonstrate your impact</li><li>Practise transforming data and feedback into strong, accessible narratives.</li></ul> This session is ideal for charities and community groups wanting to showcase the value of their work, strengthen funding applications, improve reporting, and communicate their impact more effectively to supporters and stakeholders. About the trainer<a href="https://www.rlf.org.uk/writer/robin-etherington/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Robin Etherington</a> regularly delivers Royal Literary Fund workshops on topics ranging from funding applications and report writing to reflective practice and demonstrating impact. Before joining the Royal Literary Fund, he taught creative writing and creative free thinking in schools across the UK for 15 years. A versatile portfolio writer, Robin has produced graphic novels, novels, instructional writing guides, screenplays, animation scripts and songs.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our 'Tell your impact story' training on Thursday 30 April at 10am. Here's your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88304093589?pwd=fOXHkDOgv2n2h7yw7yrencwAG2VoBe.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 30 April! Warm regards,The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our 'Tell your impact story' training on Thursday 30 April at 10am. Here's your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88304093589?pwd=fOXHkDOgv2n2h7yw7yrencwAG2VoBe.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 30 April! Warm regards,The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp;Thank you for booking onto our Getting the most out of Facebook training on Tuesday 12 May at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86822320976?pwd=RcvUTwXyrKniok1CEfastjk83lMYPl.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive an invoice shortly. See you there!

Facebook remains one of the most powerful ways to reach your community - but when you’re short on time and resources, knowing what to post (and why) can feel overwhelming. This friendly, practical workshop will help you use Facebook with confidence and get better results from the effort you’re already putting in. With a small group and tailored content, you’ll get clear, actionable guidance that fits your organisation’s needs. Before the session, we’ll send a short survey so we can shape the training around your priorities. What we’ll cover<ul><li>Creating engaging posts and understanding how the algorithm works</li><li>Choosing and using the right Facebook tools (Pages, Groups, Stories, Reels)</li><li>Practical examples of what works - and what doesn’t</li><li>Saving time with scheduling and smarter workflows</li><li>Using Insights, analytics and Meta Business Suite to improve results.</li></ul> Delivered by experts Simon Rothstein and Lauren Soar of SRX Consultancy, this session is ideal for staff or volunteers who have responsibility for Facebook and social media as part of their role. Volunteer coordinators will find this training particularly useful.&nbsp;&nbsp;You should have a working knowledge of Facebook – but be in a position where you need help to increase engagement, create content and use some of the platform’s more advanced features, such as scheduling and analytics.&nbsp; Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Getting the most out of Facebook training on Tuesday 12 May at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86822320976?pwd=RcvUTwXyrKniok1CEfastjk83lMYPl.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 12 May! Warm regards,The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Everything you need to know about being a trustee but were afraid to ask training on Wednesday 13 May at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81086088119?pwd=mp1zaioJaUsLvNybcrQLiVnPxKIxSF.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive an invoice shortly. See you there!

What makes a great trustee? Great trustees bring passion and a solid understanding of governance, legal duties and how organisations work. This interactive session gives you the confidence, clarity and practical skills to make a real impact on your board. What you’ll learn<ul><li>The roles of trustees, directors and management committees</li><li>Legal structures in the voluntary and community sector</li><li>Core principles of good governance</li><li>Trustees’ legal duties and responsibilities</li><li>How to balance governance with day‑to‑day management.</li></ul> You’ll leave with stronger knowledge, greater confidence and a clearer sense of how to help your organisation thrive. Who should attend?<ul><li>Trustees looking to grow in their role</li><li>Trustees taking on more responsibility</li><li>Experienced trustees wanting a refresher.</li></ul> For VCSE organisations based in or delivering services in North Yorkshire. About the trainer Shahida Beswick, Director, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/manar-associates-ltd/posts/?feedView=all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Manar Associates</a> LtdShahida brings extensive experience helping charities navigate governance with confidence. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Everything you need to know about being a trustee but were afraid to ask training on Wednesday 13 May at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81086088119?pwd=mp1zaioJaUsLvNybcrQLiVnPxKIxSF.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 13 May! Warm regards,The Community First Yorkshire Team

Everything you need to know about being a Trustee but were afraid to ask 

Hi,&nbsp;Thank you for booking onto our Basic bookkeeping: using the WYCAS cashbook training on Monday 18 May at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84483789135?pwd=L2EfpiAOJ0WAEYfClsQbVICsaY5YHQ.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp; See you there!

Discover how to set up a simple, effective bookkeeping system that helps you confidently track your organisation’s income, expenditure, and both restricted and unrestricted funds. In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how to build and use a clear spreadsheet, enter and categorise transactions, reconcile your bank balance, and produce straightforward in‑year finance reports. Using the free WYCAS cashbook - developed over many years to support small charities and social enterprises - we’ll guide you step‑by‑step through a system designed to make financial management easier, more accurate, and far less daunting. This session is ideal for anyone involved in day‑to‑day financial recording, whether you’re a staff member, volunteer, or trustee. With Claire Welling, WYCAS training officer since 1999, you’ll benefit from her practical, accessible approach to demystifying finance and strengthening organisational confidence. To get the most from the workshop, you'll need to have access to a computer with Excel software&nbsp;and basic ability to use a spreadsheet.&nbsp; Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Basic bookkeeping: using the WYCAS cashbook training on Monday 18 May at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84483789135?pwd=L2EfpiAOJ0WAEYfClsQbVICsaY5YHQ.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 18 May! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Basic bookkeeping: using the WYCAS cashbook training on Monday 18 May at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84483789135?pwd=L2EfpiAOJ0WAEYfClsQbVICsaY5YHQ.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 18 May! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Basic bookkeeping: using the WYCAS cashbook 

Hi,&nbsp;Thank you for booking onto our Reflective Practice training on Wednesday 20 May at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88246961602?pwd=D41xEE5MF6zBjq1dhr5GaSF9q0kwhW.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link </a>for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp; See you there!

Discover how reflective practice can transform your everyday experiences into powerful strengths. This workshop, created in partnership with the <a href="https://www.rlf.org.uk/writing-for-life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Royal Literary Fund</a> and tailored specifically for the VCSE sector, will introduce you to the art of reflective writing - an approach that brings depth, authenticity, and humanity to case studies, reports, funding bids, and even public speaking. If you’ve ever wanted to write with more confidence, clarity, and personal insight, this session offers a welcoming space to explore how your own stories can elevate your work. Led by novelist, former journalist, and experienced Royal Literary Fund tutor Susan Elliot‑Wright, the workshop blends practical exercises with supportive discussion to help you understand the value of reflective practice and how to apply it in your day‑to‑day role. Whether you’re developing yourself, supporting others, or simply looking to strengthen your writing skills in a professional or voluntary capacity, you’ll leave with practical models, renewed confidence, and a richer sense of how to turn experience into meaningful learning. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Reflective Practice training on Wednesday 20 May at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88246961602?pwd=D41xEE5MF6zBjq1dhr5GaSF9q0kwhW.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link </a>for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel your booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday 20 May! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Reflective Practice training on Wednesday 20 May at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88246961602?pwd=D41xEE5MF6zBjq1dhr5GaSF9q0kwhW.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link </a>for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel your booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>.If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday 20 May! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

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Led by Valentina Hynes, this workshop explores how shifting immigration policies are reshaping volunteering and offers practical tactics to stay flexible, inclusive and confident

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Led by Valentina Hynes, CEO of SVH Inc. CIC, this workshop explores how shifting immigration policies are reshaping volunteering and offers practical tactics to stay flexible, inclusive and confident

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Create 26 leadership and collaboration conference on Thursday 21 May at 9am (for a 9.45am start) – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; The venue for this event is: The Pavilions of Harrogate, Railway Road, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate HG2 8NZ Further details including keynote speakers and workshop information will be sent to you nearer the event. Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. Forgotten what workshops you're booked on to? It's easy to check within your online account. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this event, your invoice can be found in your account. See you there!

Create 26 is a new leadership and collaboration conference for North Yorkshire’s VCSE sector, bringing together people from every corner of community life to explore fresh thinking and celebrate what’s working well. Taking place on 21 May at The Pavilions of Harrogate, the event offers a full day of inspiring keynotes – including NCVO Chief Executive Kate Lee OBE – alongside practical workshops, panel discussions, creative networking and future‑focused sessions. Planned with a wide range of sector partners and designed to boost confidence, connection and resilience, Create 26 will equip people with ideas, tools and inspiration to thrive in challenging times and shape a strong future together. Workshops When booking, attendees will be asked to select two workshops to attend during the day. The conference will feature two rounds of workshops, each offering three different styles of learning and engagement: Round 1<ul><li>Time Travel: Create the future</li><li>Creating fearlessness in the face of finance</li><li>Me, Myself and I.</li></ul> Round 2<ul><li>Voices at work: crafting our collective song</li><li>Creating kindness as a superpower</li><li>Create volunteering in a changing immigration context: what VCSE leaders need to re-think.</li></ul> Why attend<ul><li>Explore practical responses to sector pressures</li><li>Strengthen networks across the region</li><li>Gain tools and ideas you can use immediately</li><li>Connect with people who understand the realities of VCSE sector work</li></ul> Early bird booking is now open. Be part of shaping the future of North Yorkshire’s VCSE sector. Find out more on our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/create-26-a-future-focused-conference-for-north-yorkshires-voluntary-and-community-sector/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">conference hub</a>. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

Full price £55

Early bird £35

Concessions (if your organisation's income is under £25K) £35

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Create 26 leadership and collaboration conference on Wednesday 21 May at 9am (for a 9.45am start). The event is being held at: The Pavilions of Harrogate, Railway Road, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate HG2 8NZ Here are <a href="https://greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/location/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">directions</a> for how to get to The Pavilions – but it might be worth remembering that, if you’re driving, getting into Harrogate can be a bit sticky at times so you may wish to allow for extra travel time. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday 21 May! Warm regards,The Community First Yorkshire Team

Free parking is available at the venue.

Pavilions of Harrogate

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Neurodiversity at work training on Tuesday 2 June at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86302624015?pwd=ncBgxARNiQSE6ua6hKDa20eK0OnrYA.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp; See you there!

Neurodiversity is part of every workplace - including yours. This practical, two‑hour online session is designed for managers, leaders and HR professionals in the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector who want to build confidence, deepen understanding and strengthen inclusive practice. Together, we’ll explore what neurodiversity and neurodivergence mean in real terms, demystify commonly used language, and look at what it can feel like to be neurodivergent at work. You’ll gain clear, jargon‑free explanations of the conditions often included within neurodivergence, alongside realistic, strengths‑based strategies you can use straight away to support neurodivergent colleagues and foster psychologically safe, compassionate workplaces. The session is led by Jo Holloway-Green, an experienced trainer and consultant with over 20 years in the voluntary and public sectors. With a background in social care, advocacy, mental health and safeguarding, Jo is known for her warm, inclusive facilitation style and her ability to create supportive spaces for learning and reflection. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Neurodiversity at work training on Tuesday 2 June at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86302624015?pwd=ncBgxARNiQSE6ua6hKDa20eK0OnrYA.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 2 June! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Volunteer Co-ordinators Network meeting on Thursday 4 June at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; The venue for this event is: Northallerton &amp; Dales Mencap Society, Mencap Centre, Goosecroft Ln, Northallerton DL6 1EG During the session we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. Afterwards, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; No longer able to join us? You can easily cancel your place by logging into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Find out more in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp; See you there!

Inclusive volunteering: a project? Or an approach? &nbsp; For this year’s Volunteers’ Week,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;be meeting at the Mencap building in Northallerton to celebrate the work of Hambleton Community Action (HCA).&nbsp; Meet Becca Briggs and Hetty Nanor from Hambleton Community Action’s Volunteering Team. They lead volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support, and they’re excited to share how HCA has reshaped its approach to volunteering. With nearly a decade of supported‑volunteering projects behind them - including a recent partnership with Rural Arts, Carers Plus, and Stokesley Community Care Association - they’ll offer a real look at what makes HCA’s model special. Becca and Hetty will also explore how we can work together to build a volunteering culture where people feel empowered, listened to, and valued as equal partners in creating change. This is a network meeting for volunteer co-ordinators from across North Yorkshire,&nbsp;offering an opportunity&nbsp;to come together&nbsp;and&nbsp;share information, advice,&nbsp;tips&nbsp;and thoughts on all aspects of volunteer management.&nbsp; Vicki Sharp is a Development Officer with Community First Yorkshire’s VCSE Support team. She brings wide‑ranging experience in volunteer recruitment and support, including her time as Volunteer and Operations Manager with a museum trust. A former secondary design teacher, Vicki has also worked as a SEND Advisor, Youth Worker and Youth Development Worker, supporting and training volunteer youth workers and “buddies.” She continues to volunteer herself, currently with Artizan International’s SEND Youth Group and North Yorkshire Council’s Major Incident Response Team, and previously as a Director at The Ritz Cinema in Thirsk.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Volunteer Co-ordinators Network meeting on Thursday 4 June at 10am. We'll meet at: Northallerton &amp; Dales Mencap Society, Mencap Centre, Goosecroft Ln, Northallerton DL6 1EG We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 4 June! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Northallerton and the Dales Mencap Society

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Managing the risks of social media: protecting your reputation online training on Tuesday 9 June at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81231445339?pwd=j57EiAUjohj3UWWs8F88jmwUcWz1oV.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive an invoice shortly. See you there!

Social media is a powerful tool, but it comes with real risks. Even small organisations can face online abuse, misinformation and reputational damage, especially when managing multiple platforms. This practical session will help you understand your legal and safeguarding responsibilities and give you the confidence to manage your online presence effectively. You’ll explore how good moderation protects your organisation, builds trust and strengthens your brand. Led by experienced trainers from SRX Consultancy, the workshop covers current legislation, government guidance and the practical tools you need to create safe, inclusive and values‑led online spaces. You’ll learn how to moderate across platforms, respond to Google reviews, set the right tone and balance openness with safety. The session includes a confidential Q&amp;A and a resource pack, with follow‑up advice available to all attendees. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Managing the risks of social media: protecting your reputation online training on Tuesday 9 June at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81231445339?pwd=j57EiAUjohj3UWWs8F88jmwUcWz1oV.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 9 June! Warm regards,The Community First Yorkshire Team

Managing the risks of social media: protecting your reputation online

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Budget and cashflow forecasting training with WYCAS on Monday 15 June at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82201003989?pwd=0HEV3jipB5aMWaqv3kSbKc7vbty1Fv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp; See you there!

Take control of your organisation’s finances with this practical workshop on budgeting and cash‑flow forecasting. Participants will learn how to create and use budgets and forecasts to strengthen financial planning, including:<ul><li>what budgets are and how they support business planning</li><li>how to prepare income and expenditure budgets</li><li>different budget formats and how to use them</li><li>tracking and controlling financial performance</li><li>the differences between budgets and cash‑flow forecasts</li><li>how to build a clear, useful cash‑flow forecast.</li></ul> By the end of the session, attendees will:<ul><li>feel confident managing budgets and forecasts</li><li>gain practical tools to improve day‑to‑day financial management</li><li>strengthen planning capability to anticipate and respond to financial challenges.</li></ul> Perfect for managers, bookkeepers, trustees, treasurers, or anyone involved in charity finances, the session is led by Claire Welling from <a href="https://www.wycas.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">WYCAS </a>- known for her down‑to‑earth approach that makes complex topics easy to understand.&nbsp; Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Budget and cashflow forecasting training with WYCAS on Monday 15 June at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82201003989?pwd=0HEV3jipB5aMWaqv3kSbKc7vbty1Fv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. [ If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 15 June! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Budget and cashflow forecasting training with WYCAS on Monday 15 June at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82201003989?pwd=0HEV3jipB5aMWaqv3kSbKc7vbty1Fv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. [ If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 15 June! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Thank you for booking onto our&nbsp;Web strategy&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday 24 June&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87625309122?pwd=UjGw9UvlZJu4iULj8FHf30LRezIGte.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session.&nbsp; As the training runs longer than an hour,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;include regular breaks to keep things comfortable.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;receive a copy of the slides to&nbsp;refer back&nbsp;to.&nbsp; If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;easy, simply log into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event.&nbsp; You can find more details in&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have paid to attend this training, you&nbsp;can find your invoice in your online account.&nbsp; See you there! Community First Yorkshire team

Supercharge your charity’s online presence with Website Strategy &amp; Practical Training for Non‑Profits - a lively, hands‑on training session designed to take the mystery out of managing your website. Delivered by experienced digital trainer Holly Hinton, this two‑part session will give you the confidence and clarity to take control of your organisation’s online home. In Session 1, you’ll explore what really matters on your website - identifying priority content, avoiding overwhelm, assigning responsibilities and understanding how to measure impact. You’ll leave with a simple, practical website action plan you can use immediately. Session 2 gets truly hands‑on, showing you how to update your site safely on WordPress, Wix or Squarespace, with accessible, SEO‑friendly best practice at its heart. This is training that's perfect for non‑profits who want less stress, more impact and a website that finally works for them. Costs and concessionsOur training costs £35 per person - free if your annual turnover is under £25K. Please read our <a href="https://www.communitysupportny.org.uk/our-terms-and-conditions-for-training-and-events/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Web Strategy&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday 24 June&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am.&nbsp; Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87625309122?pwd=UjGw9UvlZJu4iULj8FHf30LRezIGte.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session.&nbsp; We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides.&nbsp;Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything.&nbsp; 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>&nbsp;for more details).&nbsp; You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday 24 June!&nbsp; Warm regards,&nbsp;The Community First Yorkshire Team&nbsp;

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Web Strategy&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday 24 June&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am.&nbsp; Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87625309122?pwd=UjGw9UvlZJu4iULj8FHf30LRezIGte.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session.&nbsp; We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides.&nbsp;Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything.&nbsp; 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>&nbsp;for more details).&nbsp; You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>.&nbsp;If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday!&nbsp; Warm regards,&nbsp;The Community First Yorkshire Team&nbsp;

Web strategy - The why, what, who, when and how?

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Charitable Trading with WYCAS training on Monday 20 July at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89895888034?pwd=ISu8hmBP0GEbtqqHmoD4HqoW0D9k1g.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://nyyf.sharepoint.com/sites/CorporateSupport/Shared%20Documents/Marketing%20and%20Comms/Plinth/Booking%20confirmation%20email%20text/book.plinth.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you will receive an invoice shortly. See you there!

Discover how your charity can confidently generate income through trading - without getting lost in the legal and financial details. This workshop will help you understand what charitable trading is, why it matters, and how to do it well while staying fully compliant. You’ll explore the key principles in a clear, accessible way, including when trading is considered part of your charitable purpose, when a trading subsidiary might be needed, and what to know about tax, corporation tax, and VAT. You’ll come away feeling more confident, better equipped, and ready to support your organisation’s income-generation plans. Perfect for managers, bookkeepers, trustees, treasurers, or anyone involved in charity finances, the session is led by Claire Welling from <a href="https://www.wycas.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WYCAS</a> - known for her down‑to‑earth approach that makes complex topics easy to understand. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Charitable Trading with WYCAS training on Monday 20 July at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89895888034?pwd=ISu8hmBP0GEbtqqHmoD4HqoW0D9k1g.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on Monday! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Charitable Trading with WYCAS training on Monday 20 July at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89895888034?pwd=ISu8hmBP0GEbtqqHmoD4HqoW0D9k1g.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on Monday 20 July! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Thank you for booking onto our&nbsp;Basic bookkeeping using the WYCAS cashbook&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;7 September at&nbsp;10am&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you! &nbsp; Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83149849997?pwd=NrOmvPVawvt766QjzceNGdaWsJP35J1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session.&nbsp; As the training runs longer than an hour,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;include regular breaks to keep things comfortable.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;receive a copy of the slides to&nbsp;refer back&nbsp;to. &nbsp; If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help. &nbsp; No longer able to join us? You can easily cancel your place by logging into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Find out more in&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>. &nbsp; See you there!&nbsp;

Learn how to set up a simple, effective bookkeeping system to confidently track your organisation’s income, spending, and restricted/unrestricted funds. In this hands‑on workshop, you’ll use the free WYCAS cashbook - developed over many years for small charities and social enterprises - to build a clear spreadsheet, enter and categorise transactions, reconcile bank balances and produce easy in‑year finance reports. The step‑by‑step approach removes the stress and mystery from everyday financial management.This session is ideal for staff, volunteers and trustees involved in routine financial recording. Led by Claire Welling, WYCAS training officer since 1999, you’ll benefit from her practical, accessible style and deep experience supporting small organisations. To get the most from the workshop, please have access to a computer with Excel and basic spreadsheet skills. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Basic bookkeeping: using the WYCAS cashbook training on Monday 7 September at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83149849997?pwd=NrOmvPVawvt766QjzceNGdaWsJP35J1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 7 September! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Basic bookkeeping: using the WYCAS cashbook training on Monday 7 September at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83149849997?pwd=NrOmvPVawvt766QjzceNGdaWsJP35J1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on Monday! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Basic Bookkeeping Using the WYCAS Cashbook 

Thank you for booking onto our&nbsp;Social media strategy and objective setting&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Tuesday 22 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you! Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84712639403?pwd=KopVXPBc71hwanfIHKAByvt9fJrkmD.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;include regular breaks.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;receive a copy of the slides to&nbsp;refer back&nbsp;to. If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help. Need to cancel?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;easy, simply log into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have paid to attend this training, you&nbsp;can find your invoice in your online account. See you there! Community First Yorkshire Team&nbsp;

Supercharge your social media: build a strategy that really works Creating a social media strategy that delivers real impact can feel a bit daunting - but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re part of a small team or a larger organisation, clear objectives and a focused approach are essential. Without them, even your strongest posts risk getting lost in the social media ocean. Join us for an informative and practical training workshop led by our social media partners, SRX Consultancy. In this hands‑on session, you’ll learn how to set meaningful objectives, develop a tailored strategy and create a social media guidebook your whole organisation can rely on for years to come. Come along to boost your confidence, strengthen your online presence, and give your campaigns the best chance of success. Costs and concessionsOur training costs £35 per person - free if your annual turnover is under £25K. Please read our <a href="https://www.communitysupportny.org.uk/our-terms-and-conditions-for-training-and-events/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our Social media strategy and objective setting&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Tuesday 22 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84712639403?pwd=KopVXPBc71hwanfIHKAByvt9fJrkmD.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>&nbsp;for more details).&nbsp;You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp; If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;22 September! Warm regards,&nbsp; The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our Social media strategy and objective setting&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;22 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84712639403?pwd=KopVXPBc71hwanfIHKAByvt9fJrkmD.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>&nbsp;for more details).&nbsp;You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>.&nbsp; If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Tuesday! Warm regards,&nbsp; The Community First Yorkshire Team

Social media strategy and objective setting

Thank you for booking onto our&nbsp;10 ways for good mental health in the VCSE sector&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;23 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you! Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88233204040?pwd=aS78vySyeVGtbvg1oKrKIGw0oq6vQN.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;include regular breaks.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;receive a copy of the slides to&nbsp;refer back&nbsp;to.  If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help.  Need to cancel?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;easy, simply log into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have paid to attend this training, you&nbsp;can find your invoice in your online account. See you there!&nbsp;Community First Yorkshire Team

&nbsp;Boost Your Wellbeing: Discover 10 Powerful Techniques for a Healthier Mind Your mind shapes everything - how you see the world, handle challenges, build relationships and find fulfilment. Yet it’s often the part of ourselves we care for the least. This uplifting workshop will help you change that. In this 2.5‑hour session, you’ll explore ten simple, clinically proven ways to support good mental health - practical techniques you can weave into everyday life to boost resilience, reduce stress and find more calm in a fast-paced world. Think of it as a ‘five a day’ for your mind. You’ll learn how to activate your feel‑good brain chemistry, quieten mental chatter, understand the mind‑body connection, build healthier habits, reconnect with the natural world and bring more meaning and presence into your daily routine. You’ll also discover why compassion matters - and how to turn down your inner critic. Designed for anyone supporting staff or service‑user wellbeing in the VCSE sector, this workshop offers tools you can use immediately. After the event, you’ll receive digital resources and the chance to check in with the instructor as you put the techniques into practice. Come ready to learn - and leave feeling empowered. Costs and concessionsOur training costs £35 per person - free if your annual turnover is under £25K. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;10 ways for good mental health in the VCSE sector&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday 23 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88233204040?pwd=aS78vySyeVGtbvg1oKrKIGw0oq6vQN.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>&nbsp;for more details).&nbsp; You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday 23 September! Warm regards,&nbsp; The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;10 ways for good mental health in the VCSE sector&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday 23 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88233204040?pwd=aS78vySyeVGtbvg1oKrKIGw0oq6vQN.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>&nbsp;for more details).&nbsp; You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>.&nbsp;If you have any questions, do drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday! Warm regards,&nbsp; The Community First Yorkshire Team

10 ways for good mental health in the VCSE sector 

Thank you for booking onto our&nbsp;Less is more - Write better reports&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Thursday 24 September at 10am&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you!  Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83458377221?pwd=eDWn5btntTXDxAKrMvhTagSlTpIh9J.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;include regular breaks.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;receive a copy of the slides to&nbsp;refer back&nbsp;to.  If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help.  No longer able to join us? You can easily cancel your place by logging into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Find out more in&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>.  See you there! Community First Yorkshire

Sharpen your report‑writing skills with this engaging <a href="https://www.rlf.org.uk/writing-for-life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Royal Literary Fund</a> training session! Reports play a vital role in sharing ideas, presenting solutions and helping organisations make informed decisions - but writing them doesn’t have to feel daunting. In this practical and encouraging workshop, you’ll explore what makes a report clear, compelling and easy to navigate. Through guided exercises and group discussion, you’ll learn how to shape your ideas, structure information and move confidently from first draft to final version. You’ll also discover how to:<ul><li>identify the essential elements of an effective report</li><li>use storytelling techniques to bring clarity and impact</li><li>organise and sequence information logically</li><li>edit and proofread your work with confidence.</li></ul> Whether you’re a staff member or volunteer, this session will help you write with purpose and strengthen your overall communication skills. Trainer: Clare ShawA passionate advocate for writing as a tool for change, Clare brings extensive experience leading creative projects and supporting people to grow through writing. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Less is more - Write better reports&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Thursday 24 September at 10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83458377221?pwd=eDWn5btntTXDxAKrMvhTagSlTpIh9J.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Thursday 24 September. Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Less is more - Write better reports&nbsp;training&nbsp;on&nbsp;Thursday 24 September at 10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83458377221?pwd=eDWn5btntTXDxAKrMvhTagSlTpIh9J.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>.&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Thursday. Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Thank you for booking onto our&nbsp;Trustee&nbsp;training&nbsp;session on&nbsp;Wednesday 30 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you! Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89712390779?pwd=2QfU6hcF0bgjs3aAYxynBS2VB3DVvC.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour,&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;include regular breaks.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;receive a copy of the slides to&nbsp;refer back&nbsp;to. If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;happy to help. Need to cancel?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;easy, simply log into&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp;Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a>. If you have paid to attend this training, you&nbsp;can find your invoice in your online account. See you there! Community First Yorkshire

Discover what makes a great trustee in this lively, confidence‑building session led by governance specialist <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/manar-associates-ltd/posts/?feedView=all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Shahida Beswick</a>. Drawing on her extensive experience supporting charities through complex governance challenges, Shahida brings clarity, warmth and practical know‑how to help you thrive in your role. Together, you’ll explore what trustees, directors and management committees do, how voluntary‑sector legal structures work, and the core principles of good governance. You’ll gain a clear understanding of trustees’ legal duties and learn how to balance big‑picture oversight with day‑to‑day realities. Through interactive discussion and real‑world examples, you’ll build the skills to make a meaningful impact on your board. Perfect for new trustees, those taking on more responsibility or anyone wanting a refresher, this session will leave you informed, empowered and ready to help your organisation flourish. Costs and concessionsOur training costs £35 per person - free if your annual turnover is under £25K. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a> and Privacy Policy before you book.

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Trustee&nbsp;training&nbsp;session on&nbsp;Wednesday 30 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89712390779?pwd=2QfU6hcF0bgjs3aAYxynBS2VB3DVvC.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details).&nbsp;You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>.&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday. Warm regards, Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re&nbsp;looking forward to you joining us for&nbsp;our&nbsp;Trustee&nbsp;training&nbsp;session on&nbsp;Wednesday 30 September&nbsp;at&nbsp;10am. Here’s&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89712390779?pwd=2QfU6hcF0bgjs3aAYxynBS2VB3DVvC.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a>&nbsp;for the session. We’ll&nbsp;make sure there are breaks throughout&nbsp;and&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be recorded, but&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;share the slides&nbsp;afterwards&nbsp;so you&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;miss anything. 💡&nbsp;If&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;or&nbsp;if&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like a hand setting up Zoom&nbsp;-&nbsp;please drop us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; If your plans change and&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details).&nbsp;You can cancel a booking in&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">online account</a>.&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;really looking forward to seeing you on&nbsp;Wednesday 30 September. Warm regards, Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp;Thank you for booking onto our Working with neurodivergent clients training on Thursday 1 October at 2pm – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81480121780?pwd=PZE3a23Ex3idaOdXbvMiBNDlaYI1Ag.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks to keep things comfortable. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you can find your invoice in your online account. See you there!

Neurodivergent people bring unique strengths and perspectives, yet services aren’t always designed with their needs in mind. This practical session helps frontline voluntary‑sector staff recognise where barriers arise and how to create more accessible, inclusive support. You’ll build confidence in understanding neurodiversity, key terminology and the range of conditions included. The focus is on real‑life practice, including:<ul><li>How neurodivergence may present in appointments or service use</li><li>Common unintentional barriers</li><li>Simple, low‑cost adjustments that improve engagement and trust.</li></ul> By the end of the session, participants will be able to:<ul><li>Understand key language around neurodiversity and neurodivergence</li><li>Recognise commonly included neurodivergent conditions</li><li>Apply practical strategies to better support neurodivergent people accessing services.</li></ul> About the trainer:Jo Holloway‑Green is an experienced trainer and consultant with over 20 years in the voluntary and public sectors, specialising in safeguarding, wellbeing, trauma‑informed practice and neurodivergence. She has worked with organisations including Age UK Camden, Healthwatch Camden, Sense and York Mind, and is known for her warm, inclusive training style. Costs and concessionsOur training costs £35 per person - free if your annual turnover is under £25K. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our Working with neurodivergent clients training on Thursday 1 October at 2pm. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81480121780?pwd=PZE3a23Ex3idaOdXbvMiBNDlaYI1Ag.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 1 October. Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our EDI - beyond ticking the box training on Wednesday 7 October at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88536283038?pwd=DnzRyKQmj6NQBUdY8v0n22cPMVYRQw.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you can find your invoice in your online account. See you there!

An issue that&nbsp;affects us all Join us for an engaging, practical workshop exploring how VCSE organisations can break down barriers and create more inclusive, equitable environments. Inequalities affect every sector, and this session will help you understand how to recognise exclusion, challenge bias, and foster a culture where everyone is treated with dignity and fairness. By the end of the workshop, you will have:<ul><li>A clear understanding of your legal responsibilities around equality, diversity and inclusion</li><li>Explored how beliefs, values and unconscious bias shape behaviour</li><li>Gained confidence discussing EDI issues and building cultural competence</li><li>Identified ways your organisation can create a more inclusive environment.</li></ul> This is also a great chance to connect with peers from across the region. This session is perfect for anyone in VCSE organisation in North Yorkshire - trustees, chairs, CEOs, staff or volunteers - who wants to strengthen inclusion in their organisation. About the trainerShahida Beswick, Director of Manar Associates Ltd, brings extensive experience supporting charities with governance and inclusion. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

Full price £35

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our EDI - beyond ticking the box training on Wednesday 7 October at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88536283038?pwd=DnzRyKQmj6NQBUdY8v0n22cPMVYRQw.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 7 October! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for our EDI - beyond ticking the box training on Wednesday 7 October at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88536283038?pwd=DnzRyKQmj6NQBUdY8v0n22cPMVYRQw.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 7 October! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Writing case studies training on Thursday 8 October at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86587294705?pwd=JQhj60apGKkvJOIN3LvoiDTVxYT3it.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you can find your invoice in your online account. See you there!

“Once upon a time…” It’s&nbsp;the classic start to&nbsp;a good story&nbsp;that we can all relate to as we&nbsp;make sure&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;‘sitting comfortably’. However, once upon a time, charities and community groups&nbsp;didn’t&nbsp;need to think about what story they were trying to tell – being a charity&nbsp;in itself was&nbsp;an easy sell. Nowadays, with fierce competition for funding&nbsp;and volunteers, being able to engage with people on an emotional level has never been more important. That’s&nbsp;where your case study comes in.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;a vital tool for telling a powerful story.  It’s&nbsp;not always easy to get it right – but our training will give you some top tips to turn your case study into storytelling gold that connects with funders, volunteers and communities. You’ll explore:<ul><li>How to structure an effective case study</li><li>Key elements: context, needs, interventions, outcomes and benefits</li><li>Adapting tone and style for different audiences</li><li>Using storytelling techniques to bring your work to life</li><li>Self‑editing and proofreading tips.</li></ul> Perfect for anyone in a VCSE organisation who writes case studies as part of their role and wants to strengthen their creative communication skills. About the trainer: Clare Shaw (they/them)Delivered in partnership with the <a href="https://www.rlf.org.uk/writing-for-life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Royal Literary Fund</a>, this session is led by writer and facilitator Clare Shaw, known for their inspiring approach to writing as a tool for personal and social change. This training is for VCSE organisations based in or delivering services within North Yorkshire.﻿Please read our <a href="https://www.communitysupportny.org.uk/our-terms-and-conditions-for-training-and-events/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/251203-Privacy-Policy-use-of-your-data-on-our-CRM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Writing case studies training on Thursday 8 October at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86587294705?pwd=JQhj60apGKkvJOIN3LvoiDTVxYT3it.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 8 October! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Writing case studies training on Thursday 8 October at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86587294705?pwd=JQhj60apGKkvJOIN3LvoiDTVxYT3it.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. Just a quick note: the session won’t be recorded, but we’ll share the slides afterwards so you don’t miss anything. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Please see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details. You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 8 October! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Hi,&nbsp; Thank you for booking onto our Practical website updates - 'The How' training on Wednesday 14 October at 10am – we’re really looking forward to seeing you!&nbsp; Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83265333581?pwd=fQAkpNRtrcjUOamg9sa19QazHnPTsA.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zoom link</a> for the session. As the training runs longer than an hour, we’ll include regular breaks. We’ll also provide automatic live captioning and describe any visual elements shown on slides. After the session, you’ll receive a copy of the slides to refer back to.&nbsp; If there’s anything we can do to make the session more accessible for you, or if you’d like help setting up Zoom, just drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a> – we’re happy to help.&nbsp; Need to cancel? It’s easy, simply log into your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. You can find more details in our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>.&nbsp;If you have paid to attend this training, you can find your invoice in your online account. See you there!

This hands‑on session shows you how to make safe, effective updates to your website. We’ll cover:<ul><li>the most common changes charities need to make</li><li>best practice for WordPress, Wix and Squarespace</li><li>the difference between content tweaks and structural changes</li><li>SEO‑friendly editing</li><li>accessibility basics</li><li>and how to track impact with built‑in tools and Google Analytics.</li></ul> Before the session, you'll be asked to complete a simple questionnaire and to look at the example websites to be used on the day.&nbsp;You’ll get a session recording and easy‑to‑follow PDF guides, plus we’ll use real examples from participants’ sites. By the end, you’ll know what you can confidently do yourself - and when it’s time to call in support. Led by Holly Hinton, a friendly, jargon‑free website trainer and digital strategist who specialises in helping non‑profits build websites that work with less stress and more impact. Please read our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Terms and Conditions</a> and <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/privacy-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Privacy Policy</a> before you book.

We’re looking forward to you joining us for Practical website updates - 'The How' training on Wednesday 14 October at 10am. Here’s your <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83265333581?pwd=fQAkpNRtrcjUOamg9sa19QazHnPTsA.1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Zoom link</a> for the session. We’ll make sure there are breaks throughout, and we’ll provide automatic live captioning as well as descriptions of any visual elements on the slides. 💡 If there’s anything we can do to make the session easier or more accessible for you -&nbsp;or if you’d like a hand setting up Zoom - please drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Refunds are available for cancellations made up to 7 days before the event date (see our <a href="https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/terms-and-conditions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> for more details). You can cancel a booking in your <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online account</a>. If you have any questions, do drop us a line at <a href="mailto:info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk</a>. We’re really looking forward to seeing you on 14 October! Warm regards, The Community First Yorkshire Team

Safeguarding Responsibilities for Trustees and Management Committees

Fundraising Bid Writing

Charitable Trading-WYCAS

Improving your content & planning for social media

Age Friendly Network Spring Meeting

Tell your impact story

Getting the most out of Facebook

Everything you need to know about being a Trustee but were afraid to ask

Basic bookkeeping: using the WYCAS cashbook

Reflective Practice

Create 26

Neurodiversity at work

Volunteer Co-ordinators Network meeting

Managing the risks of social media: protecting your reputation online

Budget and cashflow forecasting WYCAS

Web strategy - The why, what, who, when and how?