Emerging Leaders Network Meeting
August 26, 2010, 8:30 - 10:00 am.
Presenter: Tim Cormode, Executive Director, Power To Be Adventure Therapy Society
Emerging leaders are invited to sign up for the Emerging Leaders Network online community to RSVP for this no-cost event.

Executive Directors' Network Breakfast
September 9, 2010, 8 - 9:30 am. University Club, University of Victoria. Cost $20
Presenter: Dree Thomson-Diamond, Fundraising - Whose Role is it Anyway?
This session is open to all Executive Directors of non profit organizations. Come and network with colleagues, enjoy a light breakfast and learn. A joint initiative of Volunteer Victoria and The Centre for Non Profit Management. More information

Networking for Success
September 23, 2010, 8:30-10:30am *FULL*
Facilitator: Sarah Daviau, Piece of Cake Communications
Networking is a crucial skill that can truly benefit you and your non-profit organization. Yet, many people shy away from networking opportunities because they’re not sure how to do it well. Learn tips and techniques you can use to look like a networking pro!
This workshop is open only to participants of the Emerging Leaders Network. For more information and to sign up, please visit our online community.

Getting Started with WordPress
September 30, 2010, 9:00am-12:00noon
Cadboro Commons Conference Centre, UVic
Facilitator: Paul Holmes, Ideazone.ca
Are you part of a nonprofit that is considering starting a blog, or is at the beginning stages of blogging? This workshop is specifically geared to teach nonprofits how best to use this effective marketing tool. Learn from a real life example of a blog setup for a nonprofit agency, and hear from Volunteer Victoria how we manage our blog as part of our social media program. Participants should have some knowledge of what blogs are and why they are used before attending.

Overview of Volunteer Management Course
October 16 & 23, November 6 & 20, 2010. 9am - 4pm. University of Victoria Cadboro Commons Conference Centre
*FULL*
Facilitators: Diane Kirby and Theresa Vogel
Our Overview of Volunteer Management Course is a comprehensive course that gives you all the basics you need to know about managing volunteers. Topics covered include: planning a successful volunteer program; recruiting, retaining and recognizing volunteers; marketing a volunteer program; communication, interviewing and supervision skills; and volunteer staff relations.

Media-Wise: Communicating Effectively with the Media
October 7, 2010. Choice of half-day workshop: Either 8:30-11:30am OR 1:00-4:00pm, at The Union Club of British Columbia
Facilitator: Ian Parker
Interacting with the media should be seen as an opportunity, not something to be feared. Learn how to attract media attention, what the media is looking for, and how to establish yourself as an informed spokesperson for your organization. Review real-life video examples of "good, bad and ugly" media interviews and learn proven processes and techniques to enhance your skills in interacting with the media.

Making Tough Conversations Great, an AVRBC workshop in partnership with Volunteer Victoria *FULL, taking a waitlist for a second offering*
October 21, 2010. 9am - 12 noon, plus lunch. Sleeping Dog Farm
Facilitator: Julia Menard
We can't escape tough conversations at work - whether it's telling a volunteer their performance is not up to snuff, a colleague that their actions have adversely affected us, or a boss that we just can't juggle that "one more thing" anymore. There's a lot of risk involved in those conversations and how we deal with them can really land us in hot water. No wonder many of us would rather have a root canal than a tough conversation!

Emerging Leaders Series, A series of workshop for emerging leaders in the nonprofit sector
A joint project of Volunteer Victoria and Camosun College
Held over five dates in 2010/2011: Oct 23, Nov 27, Jan 8, Feb 12, Mar 12
Participants will: gain critical knowledge in five key areas related to leading nonprofit organizations (finance, HR, strategic planning, governance and fund development); be more prepared to apply to high leadership-level (e.g. Executive Director) positions in the near future; strengthen ties with other emerging leaders in the nonprofit sector.

Story Skills and Telling Tales: A day-long storytelling immersion for nonprofits
October 28, 2010. 9am - 4pm. Cadboro Commons Conference Centre, University of Victoria
Facilitator: Norma Cameron, CFRE
Learn how to create and tell powerful stories to: demonstrate the impact of your organization's work in the community; attract and retain your key supporters (donors, staff and volunteers); and identify and build resources to create impactful presentations as well as engaging newsletters, donor correspondence and media releases.

Unraveling the Mystery of VolWeb
Have you ever asked “How do I post a volunteer position?” or “What can I do to attract more volunteers with my posting?” or “I can’t remember my user name and password!” If using VolWeb is a challenge, this is for you! We are offering our agencies one-on-one support with VolWeb, every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, from 9am-12pm. We’re here to help with your questions about VolWeb and support you in creating eye-catching volunteer position descriptions. Call 250.386.2269 or email us at bonnie@volunteervictoria.bc.ca to book your appointment.

For more information about workshops offered through Volunteer Victoria, contact Beth Cougler Blom, Manager, Training and Outreach, by email at beth[at]volunteervictoria.bc.ca or phone at 250.386.2269. If you would like to receive our E-link newsletter (emailed out every two weeks) to be notified of Volunteer Victoria news and events, including training workshops, please let us know.