Events
Tautoko Network
“Tautoko” relates to support and advocacy. Our unique Tautoko Network enables more accessible information sharing and collaboration across the local community sector. Our programme includes events within Christchurch City as well as the Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri Districts.
REGIONAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
For a range of training opportunities throughout New Zealand, visit the Regional Training page at Volunteering New Zealand. These include a mix of face-to-face and remote training sessions to support volunteering and the community sector right across the country.
2022
October
Tautoko Workshop: Preparing for Census 2023
Date: 13 Oct 2022 - 1:00pm to 2:00pmFacilitator: The Census Team, from Statistics New Zealand
Venue: St Albans Community Centre, 1049 Colombo Street
Cost: Free event
The next New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings will be taken in 2023. The goal of the 2023 Census is to deliver high-quality data. This data will inform important work undertaken by central and local government, iwi, community groups, and businesses. A key focus of the work programme will be to lift response rates across New Zealand. This workshop will discuss how as community groups, we might support the move to lift the response rates at the upcoming census - for funding and resource provision, it makes sense that we support government receiving a 'real' picture of the community within which we all work.
RSVP: Via email
Swell Expo: Aging Well in Selwyn
Date: 17 Oct 2022 - 9:00am to 2:30pmFacilitator: Selwyn District Centre
Venue: Lincoln Event Centre
Cost: Free event
Connect with over 70 community clubs, organisations and wellbeing providers, plus enjoy live entertainment, guest speakers, activities, food vendors and market stalls. VolCan is proud to host a stall at this event, and we look forward to seeing you there!
November
International Volunteer Managers Day: Professional Development Workshop
Date: 5 Nov 2022 - 9:30am to 3:00pmFacilitator: Stephanie Robson, Anglican Life
Venue: St Albans Community Centre, 1049 Colombo Street
Cost: Free Event
This workshop will support the wellbeing of those managing volunteer programmes, and will cover the topic of personal boundaries and more. Further details to follow.
RSVP: Via email
2023
January
Tautoko Workshop: Lessons from Gloriavale
Date: 26 Jan 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:00pmTopic: Lessons from Gloriavale - Practical Tips for Volunteer Managers
Facilitator: Community Law Canterbury
Venue: To be confirmed
Most non-profits might think they have little in common with Gloriavale but the Employment Court decision in May 2022 has emphasised some key messages relevant to all volunteer managers. This session from Community Law Canterbury will look closely at the importance of volunteer role descriptions and agreements, and how to avoid blurring the lines between employment and volunteering.
RSVP: Via email
March
Tautoko Workshop: Supporting the Community Sector
Date: 21 Mar 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:00pmTopic: How would UC's PACE (Professional and Community Engagement) work for your organisation?
Facilitator: Freddie & Renae, UC PACE Team
Venue: St Albans Community Centre, Colombo Street (parking off Caledonian Road)
Cost: Free event
The University of Canterbury's PACE programme is an opportunity for your organisation to come up with a brief for a student or group of students to work on as part of their own study. Professional and Community Engagement (PACE) studies involves students working on projects with both businesses and community organisations.
PACE is an ideal way for a student to complement their degree by gaining real workplace experience and utilising skills learned in classes, so building CVs while studying and gaining credit.
For a community organisation, it's an opportunity to bring a student or student group on board for a specific project with fresh eyes and knowledge that may not be available within your organisation's existing team.
Join us to hear from the UC PACE team who will talk about the basics of PACE, expectations, what a good project looks like .. and answer your questions on this programme.
RSVP: Via email
April
Tautoko Workshop: The Do's and Don'ts of Volunteer Reimbursement
Date: 20 Apr 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:00pmFacilitator: Daryl, from IRD
Venue: St Albans Community Centre, 1049 Colombo Street
RSVP: Via email
August
Tautoko Workshop: Supporting the Community Sector
Date: 24 Aug 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:00pmTopic: How would UC's PACE (Professional and Community Engagement) work for your organisation?
Facilitator: Freddie & Renae, UC PACE Team
Venue: St Albans Community Centre, Colombo Street (parking off Caledonian Road)
Cost: Free event
The University of Canterbury's PACE programme is an opportunity for your organisation to come up with a brief for a student or group of students to work on as part of their own study. Professional and Community Engagement (PACE) studies involves students working on projects with both businesses and community organisations.
PACE is an ideal way for a student to complement their degree by gaining real workplace experience and utilising skills learned in classes, so building CVs while studying and gaining credit.
For a community organisation, it's an opportunity to bring a student or student group on board for a specific project with fresh eyes and knowledge that may not be available within your organisation's existing team.
Join us to hear from the UC PACE team who will talk about the basics of PACE, expectations, what a good project looks like .. and answer your questions on this programme.
RSVP: Via email