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International Year of Volunteers 10th anniversary IYV+1031 December 2010 - 1 January 2011 Organisation: International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) Locations: International Description: 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. The UN International Year of Volunteers in 2001 was a remarkable success because it was embraced by the global volunteering community. That enthusiasm helped promote new developments and partnerships in volunteering; it strengthened the status of volunteering; and it helped make IYV a truly worldwide celebration. The 10th anniversary of IYV in 2011 will be a chance to re-energise those efforts. We need you to make it happen. We are calling on you to sign on as a supporter of IYV+10 and to invite your colleagues and partners to do likewise. The more people sign on, the more who will be helping make IYV+10 a success. Mark and celebrate IYV+10 in your community/school/organization. Join other collaborations to spread the influence of IYV+10. Find out more about planning on the IAVE website and see some of the suggested ideas to celebrate: http://www.iave.org/ Contact InformationContact: IAVE International Migrants Day18 December 2010 Organisation: United Nations Locations: International Description: International Migrants' Day is a time to celebrate the contribution of migrant populations and to promote respect for their basic human rights. All inter-governmental and non-governmental organisations are invited to observe International Migrants Day through the dissemination of information on the human rights and fundamental freedoms of migrants, and through the sharing of experiences and the design of actions to ensure their protection. Contact InformationContact: United Nations White Ribbon Day25 November 2010 Organisation: Families Commission Location: National Description: 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 has been 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 this country most violence by men against women takes place in the home – with an average of 14 women a year killed by their partners or ex-partners. Each year there are over 3,500 convictions recorded against men for assaults on women and one in five women will experience sexual assault or sexual interference at some point in their lives. White Ribbon Day celebrates the many men willing to show leadership and commitment to promoting safe, healthy relationships within families and encourages men to challenge each other on attitudes and behaviour that are abusive. For more news, information and resources, visit: http://whiteribbon.org.nz/ Contact InformationContact: White Ribbon Diabetes Awareness Week16-22 November 2010 Organisation: Diabetes New Zealand Location: National Description: Diabetes Awareness Week serves as a timely reminder to all New Zealanders of the prevalence of diabetes in our community. This year's theme is: "Know Your BGL (Blood Glucose Level): Keep Well" Diabetes Awareness Week takes in the celebration of World Diabetes Day on 14 November. For more information on Diabetes Awareness Week visit: http://www.diabetes.org.nz/ Contact Information:Contact: Diabetes New Zealand International Volunteer Managers Day5 November 2010 Organisation: International Volunteer Managers Day (IVMDay) Location: International Description: Universally, people recognise the contribution of volunteers - in sport, health, emergency services, faith communities and the environmental lobby... in fact, volunteers are involved in just about every aspect of service delivery in all walks of life. However, volunteering does not succeed in a vacuum. Behind this army of volunteers lies an equally dedicated group of individuals and agencies who are reponsible for the coordination, support, training, administration and recruitment of the world's volunteers - skilled professionals who are adept at taking singular passion and turning it into effective action. That is why we celebrate International Volunteer Managers Day every year on 5 November. It is important to let those professionals know that the spirit of volunteerism is enhanced and enabled by them, and to thank them. We urge you to mark your calendar and, whether you are an administrator, a volunteer, a community leader or someone who receives the benefit of volunteer help, to make sure the people who act as leaders and catalysts get the recognition they deserve! For more information and details of events happening in New Zealand, visit the International Volunteer Managers Day website: http://www.volunteermanagersday.org/ Contact InformationContact person: IVMDay Christchurch Neighbourhood Week30 October - 7 November 2010 Neighbourhood Week is a week dedicated to getting to know the people who live close to you. It’s about bringing people together – whether it’s a small get together of a few households or a larger neighbourhood gathering. Children sharing lollies. The week is an ideal opportunity to introduce yourself to your neighbours. Getting to know your neighbours can make the difference between merely occupying an address and living in a neighbourhood of friends. Who are my neighbours? A neighbourhood could also be a small group of families at a local kindergarten, kohanga reo or school who share a common desire to build a strong community with each other. Neighbourhood Week is a festival that celebrates the unique and diverse flavour that is characteristic of each individual neighbourhood. How did Neighbourhood Week start? Neighbourhood Week is the brainchild of the Shirley-Papanui Community Board, which held the first event in 1998. Each year, it has grown to the point that it is now being promoted annually by the Christchurch City Council and nationwide by Neighbourhood Support. The Christchurch Neighbourhood Week Team works closely with Neighbourhood Support. Who supports Neighbourhood Week? The success of Neighbourhood Week in Christchurch relies on support from the Christchurch City Council Community Boards, and Neighbourhood Support. Explore this section to find out what you can do to make your neighbourhood a more amenable and fun place to belong to. Contact usPhone: (03) 941 8999 Community and Voluntary Sector Research Forum26 October 2010 Organisation: Association of Non-Governmental Organisations of Aotearoa (ANGOA) Town: Auckland Description: The Community and Voluntary Sector Research Forums are convened by ANGOA, the Association of NGOs of Aotearoa. Meetings are open to all who are interested in sharing experience and expertise, to increase the pool of information on the voluntary sector by undertaking research or research-related projects, or to promote or fund research. Venue: The Lynfield Room, Fickling Centre, Mt Albert Rd. Time: 1pm to 4pm. If you would like to attend, present or discuss your work, or recommend someone you want to hear from at one of these forums, please contact: dave.henderson@angoa.org.nz Contact InformationContact person: Dave Henderson - ANGOA Coordinator 2010 Not-For-Profit Summit13-14 October 2010 Organisation: Conferenz Location: Wellington Description: As the Charities Commission extends its role to include the monitoring and investigations of Not-For-Profit (NFP) organisations, issues surrounding governance, funding and financial management are becoming more apparent. The 2010 Inaugural NFP Summit with a theme of governance, funding and financial management addresses these issues head on. The engaging and thought provoking programme will offer real solutions to funding concerns, challenge organisations to re-think their present governance framework and enlighten attendees of up coming changes to financial management.
In such a volatile climate you cannot afford to miss this up-to-the-minute market focused event. Keep your competitive edge, mix and network with key stakeholders and make sure you are fully informed moving into 2011. Venue: Wellington Town Hall, Wellington. For more information, visit: http://www.conferenz-brightstar.com/conferences/nfp-summit Contact InformationContact person: Aoife Herr International Day of Non-Violence2 October 2010 Organisation: United Nations Location: International Date: 2 October Description: The International Day of Non-Violence is marked on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. The International Day is an occasion to "disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness". The resolution reaffirms "the universal relevance of the principle of non-violence" and the desire "to secure a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence". For more information visit: http://www.un.org/en/events/nonviolenceday/index.shtml Contact Information: http://www.un.org/ International Day of Older Persons1 October 2010 Organisation: Office for Senior Citizens Location: National Date: 1 October Description: The United Nations' International Day of Older Persons is celebrated on 1 October each year. This is the world's day to celebrate older people and it is done in a wide variety of ways in hundreds of towns and cities. For many years now the main activity has been a Global Embrace walk where communities get together and celebrate active and positive ageing with a walk. Other activities in New Zealand include line dancing exhibitions, favourite hymns, and have-a-go days. Visit the World Health Organisation website where you will find the list of Global Embrace participants: http://www.who.int/hpr/ageing Contact Information: http://www.osc.govt.nz/ Neighbourhood Support New Zealand - Public notice of Annual General Meeting 201029th September 2010 The 2010 AGM will take place on 29th September 2010 at Police College, 4 Papakowhai Road, Porirua, Wellington. The meeting has a planned start time of 1.00pm and will close at 3.00pm. Fundraiser Book Fair for Neighbourhood Support, HendersonSat 18 Sep, 8.00am – 3.00pm and Sun 19 Sep, 9.00am – 3.00pm, Masonic Hall, Henderson Over 10,000 pre-loved books, all generously donated by local residents. Huge range of fiction in pristine condition, non-fiction of all categories, masses of children and young adults fiction. Fantastic bargains for all, proceeds are used for expanding Neighbourhood Support groups in Waitakere City. Bring a large bag, you wil need it! 'Early bird' selling 8am-9am Sat 18th Sept, $5 entry, the rest of the weekend entry is free. Sorry, cash only.
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