Dear Member
We have lots of news and information for you this week. There are opportunities for youth groups to take part in a film and lots of news about Inspiring Derby Week 2009, taking place in June.
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 Ever Considered a Career in Counselling?
Do you care about people and their well being? Are you a good listener? Do you find talking to people about their problems rewarding? If so, have you thought about how your skills could be used to benefit people even further?
 Derby University are offering a MSc in Integrative Counselling Practice, accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). To find out more about about the course, or a career in this engaging and worthwhile profession, visit the University of Derby website or go along to one of the open days being held on Saturday 13 June and Saturday 20 June at Kedleston Road.
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Calling all Budding Film Stars! 
Are you involved with youth groups? Are your members aged between 16 and 25? Would you and your group like to appear in a film?
The Youth Action Team are working with a professional film maker, to produce a film about Youth Volunteering in Derby, and are interested to hear from any groups who would like to be part of this exciting project. The aim of the film is to inspire, encourage and motivate young people to get involved in volunteering. If you are interested in taking part please email Simon Hancox or telephone 01332 227718 by 3 June 2009.
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National Tackling Drugs Week - 8 to 12 June 2009
The aim of National Tackling Drugs Week is to raise awareness of the work being undertaken by agencies to tackle drugs, reduce drug-related crime and highlight the significant efforts that are being made in communities.
First Forum, an independent, voluntary, self-help organisation, that empowers those whose lives have been affected by drugs are holding a one day seminar on Tuesday 9 June. The seminar is FREE to charities, community groups and local residents. If you would like to find out more about
life entrapped by drug using, being in treatment and life after drugs this seminar is for you. To book a place email First Forum or contact 01332 201724. Places are limited so book now! |
Be Inspired during DCP Week I nspiring Derby 2009 week, organised by Derby
City Partnership, takes place from Monday 22 June to Sunday 28 June. The week is packed full of events (most of them FREE) including: a tour of Royal Crown Derby; a Strictly Come Bollywood dancing workshop; photography walks; craft workshops; and a look  behind the scenes at Kedleston Hall to name but a few. So why not try something new or discover another side of Derby during this exciting week? Look out for the Inspiring Derby 2009 information booklets or to see the booklet on line click here
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The National Coalition Building Institute are celebrating National Refugee Week with a workshop on Tuesday 23 June. The Welcoming Diversity and Prejudice Reduction Workshop will explore the issues faced by refugees and people seeking asylum. For more information and to book your place 
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rom Pride Park to Kedleston Road. The walk is the idea of Sir Christopher Ball, former Derby University Chancellor, who pledged to walk the perimeter of the City to 'be inspiring'. The celebrations at the University run from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm with entertainment from local bands, dance groups and performers. 
Partnership as part of Inspiring Derby 2009. The event is FREE and suitable for everyone. Transport from Derby University to the start of the walk at Pride Park is FREE but must be booked in advance by calling 01332 255627.