Events calendar 

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A range of other websites also have events listed, so we encourage you to check those too, as not all relevant events are listed here.

1 March:  Practical Project Management for Non-Profits full-day workshop - Christchurch

1-2 March:  Youth Violence & its Associated Difficulties two-day symposium, Te Puke
Developed by Strengthening Families in partnership with Relationship Services as an opportunity for the key sectors of community, education, police, justice, health and welfare to come together to learn of different approaches, develop understanding and find new ideas to inform practice and policy.  Day 1 is dedicated to treatment and research with presentations from leading clinicians, researchers and senior government representatives from throughout the country.  Day 2 will consider the steps that can be taken locally to reduce youth violence and promote positive behaviours through a series of workshops and panel discussions.  Designed as an accessible, quality event intended to be helpful for a wide range of people. Registrations cost $75 and includes all refreshments.  The Orchard Centre, Te Puke is located 20minutes from Tauranga airport. 
» To register phone Relationship Services 07 576-8392, email tauranga@relationships.org.nz, 
» See more in the brochure and abstracts at http://www.relate.org.nz/OurServices/PublicCourses/BayofPlenty/YouthViolenceSymposium/tabid/776/Default.aspx.  

5 March:  Participatory Leadership: Engaging to get Results - Auckland
This one-day workshop will be facilitated by Mary-Alice Arthur and others from the Art of Hosting community of practice.
» For a detailed flier, e-mail info@emmersongroup.co.nz 

5-6 March:  Prison Fellowship NZ Regional Volunteer Conference - Tauranga
The Conferences are open to anyone who wants to know more about NZ prisons and the
opportunities for community involvement in prisons and in prisoner re-entry and reintegration.

7 March:  Celebrate Children's Day in New Zealand
Children's Day 2010 marks the 10th anniversary of the national event in Aotearoa.  Children's Day is a national, non-commercial day to celebrate how special and important our children are.

10 March:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

11 March:  Fit 4 Funding Expo - Lower Hutt
» Organised by the Department on Internal Affairs, this event will feature workshops and static displays - including one from the OCVS.

11 March:  Fundraising with Businesses - Wellington
» Find out more from Foresee Communications Ltd

11 March:  Cause Related Marketing - Wellington
» Find out more from Foresee Communications Ltd

11-12 March:   The National Not-for-Profit Sector Conference. The Way Forward: Inspiration + Skills. Managing and Governing in the Not-For-Profit Sector -Te Ara Whakamua: Te Hiringa Me Nga Pukenga.  Waipuna Conference Centre, Auckland.
Featuring: Our Industry of Creative Altruism: The size and contribution of the New Zealand NFP Sector presentation by Alasdair Finnie and James King, from the Office for the Community and Voluntary Sector. 
The Hon. Tariana Turia will speak on Te Ara Whakamua: Building nationhood.
» Find out more and register online

11-12 March:  Combined Community Trusts' Conference: A Hundred Pathways - Napier

12-14 March:   2009 TrustPower National Community Awards - Nelson and Tasman

15 March:  Deadline for submisssions on Review of Part 6A of the Employment Relations Act 2000
The Department of Labour is seeking submissions to inform this review of legislation that provides a framework for continuity of employment where an employer's business undergoes restructuring and employees' work is assigned to a new employer.

16 March:  Hildy Gottlieb presentations - Hamilton
In conjunction with Community Waikato, the University of Waikato Management School is hosting presentations by Hildy Gottlieb, the president of the Community-Driven Institute. Once described as "a practitioner's practitioner", Hildy's credentials include teaching, writing and consulting in the community sector. There will be a community workshop held at Community Waikato's training room in the morning, and a seminar/discussion at Waikato Management School in the afternoon (3pm-5pm). 
» If you would like to know more, please contact Suzanne Grant on slgrant@waikato.ac.nz
» Read more about Hildy and her work

17 March:  6th Annual Christchurch Community House Funding Expo
Visit Christchurch Community House to access information from a wide variety of funders and attend workshops at this free event. In 2009, approximately 350 people from a wide variety of community organisations had the opportunity to visit 17 Funders static displays and attend 21 workshops free of charge at this central city community resource centre at 141 Hereford Street.
» Learn more: Ph 03 365 3139, visit www.cch.org.nz or email: manager@cch.org.nz

18 March:  Official launch of the NZ Disability Support Network
» Read more about the network online or email info@nzdsn.org.nz

18 March:  IPANZ Parliament in Practice workshop: A practical introduction to Parliament - Wellington
This one-day workshop will provide an introduction to Parliament suitable for anyone new to the public service. It will include a general overview of the role of Parliament (including a tour and visit to select committees), as well as a look at public sector accountability to Parliament.  Organised by the Institute of Public Administration NZ.

19 March: Deadline for public submissions on Fair Trading (Soliciting on Behalf of Charities) Amendment Bill
This Bill aims to provide increased transparency and public accountability for professional third party collectors who are in the business of collecting funds on behalf of registered charities. The Bill would require those who fundraise for charities to make sure consumers know a portion of any donation will be held back to cover fees. If more than half of a donation is to be kept by the fundraiser they will be compelled to tell the donor the amount. The Bill will not impose any new obligations on charities themselves, and any fundraising they carry out directly using their own employees or volunteers will not be affected.
The Bill passed its first reading in December and is now open for public submissions, which are due by 19 March 2010. 
» Read more on the NZ Legislation website
» Make a submission online - ensure you have enabled pop-ups in your web browser, so you can submit online

19 March:  Participatory Leadership: Engaging to get Results - Wellington
In every organisation, group and community people are calling for leadership.  We want leaders who can work in new and collaborative ways, help us through chaos and draw on the best of all of us.  This calls for a new look at how we define leadership, who we call leaders and how we invite participation so that all of us can commit and contribute.  This one-day workshop offers an opportunity to define and refine your leadership focus while practicing potent ways for engaging others to take wise action. It will be facilitated by Mary-Alice Arthur and others from the Art of Hosting community of practice.  If you are keen to participate and fees are a challenge, ring Mary-Alice Arthur (021)687-627.
» For a detailed flier, e-mail info@emmersongroup.co.nz or mary-alice@getsoaring.com

21 March: Race Relations Day: It's About Us: Whanau.
» See more on the Human Rights Commission website

22-24 March:  National Maori Housing Conference - Te Papaiouru Marae, Rotorua.
This Community Housing Nga Wharerau o Aotearoa conference will bring together grassroots leaders, experts, specialists and advocates, from every layer of the New Zealand housing sector, to weave a vision and strategy that will lead Maori community housing into the future.
Key strands covered will be: Papakainga, Trade Training, Design, Finance, Maori Land, Kaitiakitanga.
» Find out more, including registration details at www.maorihousing.com

23 March:  Cloud walking: Cloud Computing for Non-profit organisations - Wellington City Council Conference Room
Wellington ICT's first ‘learning lunch' for the year will feature Alan Royal from SeniorNet outlining the benefits of Cloud Computing for non-profit organisations. 
"Cloud Computing delivers free on-line applications through your web browser. IT costs are significantly reduced because there are no capital costs for software or hardware. This can bring tangible benefits to not for profit organisations."
Attendance and lunch are free, but places are strictly limited (two people only per organisation please).
» Book your seat now, by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

23 March:  Gisborne community workshop series: Funding - Applying for Grants and Accountability Reports
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

24 March:  ANGOA Research Forum - Christchurch
» Watch for more details on the ANGOA website

24-25 March:   The Official Statistics Forum 2010: Realising the value of official statistics - Te Papa, Wellington.
» Find out more on Statisphere

25 March:  IPANZ Parliament in Practice workshop: An introduction to the legislative and select committee process - Wellington
A one-day workshop for policy advisers and those involved with the passage of legislation through the House. Organised by the Institute of Public Administration NZ.

25 March:  360 Degree View: Not-for-Profit Training Day - Wellington
Organised by the Fundraising Institute of NZ.

26 March:  Charitable Payroll Giving - Christchurch
» Find out more from Foresee Communications Ltd

29 March:  Funding application training - Onehunga
Organised by Auckland City Council's Community Development Services

30 March:  Financial training for treasurers and not-for-profit organisations - Onehunga
Organised by Auckland City Council's Community Development Services

31 March: OCVS Good Engagement seminar - Partnerships & Advocacy - Christchurch.
Presented by Trish Hall and Mary Richardson.
» FULLY BOOKED!!!

31 March:  Sponsorship and Fundraising workshop - Onehunga
Organised by Auckland City Council's Community Development Services

31 March:   Deadline for public submissions on A Focus on Victims of Crime: A Review of Victims’ Rights.
This Ministry of Justice consultation document was officially released on 4 December 2009.  Feedback is sought on 24 preliminary proposals that aim to improve government agencies' responses to victims of crime and to enhance victims' rights and role in criminal justice processes.
» View the consultation document, a summary, and a summary for Maori Engagement on Justice's website at www.justice.govt.nz - under the 'What's new' heading

April/May/June:  OCVS Payroll Giving information sessions around NZ in conjunction with the Charities Commission's regional forums, Inland Revenue and other local agencies
» Watch here for details of specific dates and locations as they are confirmed
» Read more about payroll giving

9-11 April:   NZ Mens Shed Inaugural Conference 2010 - Masterton
» For more information email: nb001@wave.co.nz or peter.mcneur@waireap.org.nz

12-14 April:  Grantmakers for Effective Organisations (GEO)'s National Conference: Unleashing Philanthropy's Potential: Smarter Grantmaking for Better Results - Pittsburgh, USA.
» Find out more on the GEO conference website

14 April:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

14-16 April:   Evolving Communities Beyond Services - Building Bridges National Community Mental Health and Addictions Conference 2010 - Wellington.
This 5th building bridges conference will explore transcending barriers, cultures and differences in our approach to community mental health and addictions services.
» Find out more online at www.buildingbridges.co.nz/site/building_bridges_trust/

16 April:   E-engage your community conference - Christchurch.
The hands-on event will introduce people from voluntary organisations to internet-based tools that can help them meet their mission. Registrations open early 2010.
»  Find out more on the Volunteering Canterbury website

16-17 April:  Prison Fellowship NZ Regional Volunteer Conference - Napier
The Conferences are open to anyone who wants to know more about NZ prisons and the
opportunities for community involvement in prisons and in prisoner re-entry and reintegration.

20 April:  Gisborne community workshop series: Events Management
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

22 April:  Gisborne community workshop series: Events Management
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

22 April:  Beyond Google Search: From email to building a community website - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities. 
» Book your seat now, by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

22-23 April 2010:  Together we can - Services for older people conference  - Auckland. 
The theme of this NZ Council of Christian Social Services 2010 conference is a call to build co-operation in the sector and a vision of working together with older people to make a difference in their lives and the lives of those around them. 
» Watch for more details on the web soon.

23 April:  OCVS Good Practice in Action Risk and Accountability seminar - Wellington
» Book a place for you and your community partner now  - e-mail ocvs@msd.govt.nz

23-25 April:  Global Youth Service Day

26 April:  OCVS Good Practice in Action Risk and Accountability seminar - Christchurch
» Book a place for you and your community partner now  - e-mail ocvs@msd.govt.nz

27 April:  ANGOA Research Forum - Auckland
» Watch for more details on the ANGOA website

27 April - 23 June:  Safekids NZ: Free Child Injury Prevention Workshops - various locations around NZ
The Safekids Campaign Information & Planning Workshop Series is an opportunity for injury prevention practioners and workforces, community groups, volunteer services  and organisations to receive up-to-date  information, data and new resources, to actively network across sectors, to engage in planning activities, develop joint strategies for community action to keep children (Tamariki) safe from unintentional injuries.

29-30 April: Working with Sexual Abuse 3rd Annual Northern Regional Symposium - Community Solutions to a Community Problem - Auckland.
Hosted by Auckland Sexual Abuse HELP, Rape Prevention Education, Counselling Services Centre & SAFE Network Inc.
» For registration info or to submit an abstract visit www.safenz.org

1-2 May:  Diabetes NZ 2010 Conference and 48th Annual General Meeting - Wellington
The theme of the conference is ‘Destination Unity' and will cover a range of topics associated with an integrated approach to management of diabetes.

2-4 May:  Fundraising Institute of NZ Conference: FINZ 2010: Connect: Inspire: Create - Nelson
» Find out more on the FINZ website or e-mail susan@finz.org.nz or phone 04 499 6223

2-8 May:  New Zealand Sign Language Week
An inspirational week for anyone to learn one of our official languages, New Zealand Sign Language, in public libraries, community centres or at your workplace.
» Find more info at: www.nzsign.co.nz or email nzsign@deaf.org.nz

4 May:  Gisborne community workshop series: Health and safety for volunteers
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

6 May:  NZ Early Childhood Research Network 12th Annual Early Childhood Research Symposium - Christchurch
This symposium will provide an inspiring and intellectual forum for researchers to share their research with other researchers and users of early childhood research.
» Find out more at www.childforum.com

7 May:  OCVS Good Engagement seminar - Wellington (to be confirmed)
» Keep watching for details

7-8 May:  Prison Fellowship NZ Regional Volunteer Conference - Christchurch
The Conferences are open to anyone who wants to know more about NZ prisons and the
opportunities for community involvement in prisons and in prisoner re-entry and reintegration.

7-9 May:   Early Childhood Council Annual Conference - Christchurch
NZ's largest annual early childhood conference - attracting 800 early childhood teachers, directors, preschool owners and managers.  The conference theme is ‘valuing care'.
» Find out more at www.ecc.org.nz 

10 May:  Sponsorship and Fundraising workshop - Onehunga
Organised by Auckland City Council's Community Development Services

11 May:  Funding application training - Onehunga
Organised by Auckland City Council's Community Development Services

12 May:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

12 May:  Financial training for treasurers and not-for-profit organisations - Onehunga
Organised by Auckland City Council's Community Development Services

12 & 13 May:  International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) Planning seminar - Christchurch
» Find out more at www.iap2.org.au/training

18 May:  Gisborne community workshop series: How to run effective meetings & roles of key committee positions
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

18 & 19 May: International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) Planning seminar - Wellington
» Find out more at www.iap2.org.au/training 

20 May:  Gisborne community workshop series: How to run effective meetings & roles of key committee positions
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

20 May:  NZ Budget 2010
»  Read the Budget Policy Statement and the Minister of Finance's media statement

21-23 May:  NFP 2010 Open Space Un-Conference: Generational Change in the non-profit sector  - Auckland
This event will explore How to blend the best of the Baby Boomers with the best of Gen X & Y.  The agenda will be set by those participating using the Open Space process. There will be no formal seating and no Powerpoint presentations. Attendees will need to bring a sense of self-responsibility - wanting to participate and contribute. This is not a place to just listen passively - you'll engage in group discussions with experts, colleagues, and people who bring real life experience and practical strategies to address real issues. A second conference will also be held in Melbourne, Australia on 13-15 August 2010.

22-30 May:  Youth Week in NZ

25 May:  How to write for web readers - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities. 
» Book your seat now, by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

25 May:  ANGOA Research Forum - Wellington
» This quarterly Wellington forum is held 1pm - 4pm, at the Families Commission, 6th Floor, Public Trust Building, 117-125 Lambton Quay, Wellington.

TBC May:  NZ Recreation Association conference

June - August:  Anticipated period of discussion and consultation about development of the community-government Relationship Agreement
At a range of meetings and other opportunities around NZ - as determined by the Kia tutahi Steering Group.
» See more about the work to develop a Relationship Agreement

4 June:  OCVS Good Practice in Action seminar - Wellington
» Watch for details soon - right here on the OCVS website

9 June:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

20-26 June:  Volunteer Awareness Week throughout NZ
The theme for the week is ‘Volunteering across the generations'. Volunteering NZ chose this theme to highlight opportunities for volunteering across all generations, how different forms of volunteering appeal to particular generational groups, and the different forms of intergenerational volunteering, such as family volunteering.
» Send Volunteering NZ details of your planned activities and watch their website for more details as the date draws nearer

22 June:  Gisborne community workshop series: Legal issues for volunteer organisations
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

22 June:  Gisborne community workshop series: Recruitment and recognition of volunteers
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

23 June:  Gisborne community workshop series: Recruitment and recognition of volunteers
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

23 June:  Engage your community barcamp - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities. 
» Book your seat now, by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

23-24 June:  IPANZ New Professionals 2010 Conference - Wellington
THis event will provide a platform for debate, networking and information gathering for the next generation of leaders, thinkers and policy shapers. The theme of this year's conference is 'Making a Difference', which will address the things that new professionals and those with an interest in public administration can do to make a difference to themselves, their organisations and beyond.

23-24 June:  VASS (NZ Federation of Vocational and Support Services) national conference - Auckland
The conference theme is 'Allies and Collaborators', and it will explore the concept of service providers as allies of the people they support (and their families), and what this means for the nature of the support they provide, and the relationship between ‘provider' and ‘client'. 
The conference will also examine the increasing call for social service agencies to collaborate, with a focus on:
- the concept of collaboration
- how service providers can collaborate with each other
- how providers can create better opportunities and outcomes for people with disabilities by collaborating and engaging with  a wide range of partners and agencies in the wider community, eg: other health and social services, schools, education providers, local councils, businesses, government agencies, etc.  
» Watch for further conference information on the VASS website or email tess@nzvass.org.nz

25-27 June:  Community Patrols of NZ National Training seminar - Taupo
A community patrol is a voluntary group of people giving some of their time and taking responsibility within their own community to help the Police make their community a safer environment in which to live. Any citizen who has a caring attitude to their community may offer their services.

tbc July:  4th International Asian Health and Wellbeing Conference - Auckland
Hosted by the Centre for Asian Health Research and Evaluation (CAHRE), this conference will be held at at the School of Population Health at the University of Auckland. 
» If you'd like to submit an abstract for a potential presentation, please visit www.fmhs.auckland.ac.nz/soph/centres/cahre/ or www.fmhs.auckland.ac.nz/asianhealthconference

tbc July:  Getting the quality website your organisations deserves - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities. 
» Book your seat now, by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

6 July:  Funding Expo - Blenheim
Organised by Volunteer Marlborough.

6-7 July:  Youth Parliament 2010
Young people from around New Zealand are chosen by their local (electorate or list) Member of Parliament (MP) to be a Youth Member of Parliament (Youth MP). During Youth Parliament, Youth MPs have the opportunity to debate legislation, sit on select committees and ask parliamentary questions of Cabinet Ministers.

14 July:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

22 July:  Gisborne community workshop series: Measurements of effectiveness: Health checks for organisations
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

tbc Aug:  Free & open source software: An introduction to Open Office - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities. 
» Book your seat now, by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

1 Aug:   Deadline for nominations for New Year Honours
The New Zealand Royal Honours System, administered by the Honours Secretariat, is comprised of The Order of NZ, The NZ Order of Merit, and The Queen's Service Order and Medal, a series of gallantry and bravery awards, The NZ Antarctic Medal, and The NZ Distinguished Service Decoration.  Anyone can nominate a person who they think is worthy of a NZ Royal Honour. 

11 Aug:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

13-15 Aug:  NFP 2010 Open Space Un-Conference: Generational Change in the non-profit sector  - Melbourne, Australia
Organised in a similar way to the Auckland event on 21-23 May 2010, this conference will use the Open Space process to set the agenda and run the proceedings.

17 Aug:  Gisborne community workshop series: Writing job descriptions
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

18 Aug:  Gisborne community workshop series: Writing job descriptions
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

24 Aug:  ANGOA Research Forum - Wellington
» This quarterly Wellington forum is held 1pm - 4pm, at the Families Commission, 6th Floor, Public Trust Building, 117-125 Lambton Quay, Wellington.

tbc Sept:  Knowledge management tools: Free online collaboration tools for community groups - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities. 
» Book your seat by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

8 Sept:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

21 Sept:  Gisborne community workshop series: Contracts & proposals
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

29 Sept:  ANGOA Research Forum - Christchurch
» Watch for more details on the ANGOA website

tbc Oct:  Engage your Community Conference 2010 - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities.  This is another full-day conference - see a report on the 2009 conference.
» Book your seat by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation. 

1 Oct:   International Day of Older Persons

2 Oct:  International Day of Non-Violence

13 Oct:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

21 Oct:  Gisborne community workshop series: Public speaking
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

26 Oct:  ANGOA Research Forum - Auckland
» Watch for more details on the ANGOA website

27-29 Oct:  2010 Australian National Conference on Volunteering - Melbourne, Australia

tbc Nov:  Fundraising using social media tools - Wellington
Another in Wellington ICT's series of e-Rider training programmes focused on up-skilling NGO staff and volunteers with IT tools to benefit their communities. 
» Book your seat by calling 04 473 5757 or emailing admin@wgtn2020.org.nz with your name and the name of your organisation.

3-6 Nov:  2010 CharityChannel Summit Conference - Florida, USA
Charity Channel is now inviting expressions of interest from potential presenters - due by 28 Feb 2010. Presentation topics should be aligned with one of two categories: Non-profit Leadership or Non-profit Fundraising.  Presentation times range from: 1 ¹/₂ hours, 3 hours or 6-hours. Conference attendees choose what sessions they wish to attend, with the average number of attendees at previous workshops being 35. The Summit is likely to attract more than 500 attendees from across the States and internationally.
» You can apply online

5 Nov:  International Volunteer Managers Appreciation Day

10 Nov:  ANGOA Roundtable - Wellington (10am-midday)
At the Centre for Global Development Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, James Smiths Building, Corner of Cuba and Manners Streets, Wellington.  The Roundtables are an opportunity for NGOs to network and share ideas - as well as hear about 'what's on top' for other community sector organisations.

16-22 Nov:  Diabetes Awareness Week

20 Nov:  Universal Children’s Day

23 Nov:  ANGOA Research Forum - Wellington
» This quarterly Wellington forum is held 1pm - 4pm, at the Families Commission, 6th Floor, Public Trust Building, 117-125 Lambton Quay, Wellington.

24 Nov:  Gisborne community workshop series: Technology: Computer use
Co-hosted by the Gisborne Volunteer Centre and Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti.  A $10 fee applies for each workshop.
» Contact gisvolunteercentre@xtra.co.nz or Ph 06 868 9943 ext 729 for more details.

25 Nov:  White Ribbon Day
White Ribbon Day is the international day when people wear a white ribbon to show that they do not condone violence towards women. It was started by a men’s movement in Canada in 1991 and was officially adopted by the United Nations as its International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The campaign was introduced to New Zealand by UNIFEM (the United Nations Development Fund for Women) in 2004.

3 Dec:  International Day of Persons with Disabilities

5 Dec:  International Volunteer Day

18 Dec:  International Migrants Day

IYV+10
2011 is the 10th anniversary of the United Nation's International Year of Volunteers held in 2001.  As it did in 2001, the International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) is preparing to give leadership to the non-governmental volunteer community in celebrating this global recognition of volunteering. 
» Find out more about planning on the IAVE website and see some of the suggested ideas to celebrate

24-27 Jan 2011: 21st World Volunteer Conference - Singapore. 
» Find out more online

Rugby World Cup in New Zealand
Nearly 5,000 volunteers needed around the country.
» Find out more

Although these events have now passed, many of them are recurring, so if you missed them this time you'll know to watch out for them in the future.  For others, the organiser may have posted online reports or presentations that may prove useful even if you didn't attend.