Community Action Network

Build a Disability Inclusive Workplace
2026-04-23 13:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | Online
Why attend?

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Recognise the advantages of proactively designing inclusivity into workplace practices.
Describe where their organisation currently sits on the disability inclusion gap analysis scale—both overall and at each stage of the employee lifecycle.
Identify barriers that may hinder cultural change and understand how technology can act as an enabler.
Develop a plan to move forward.

Who will benefit from this training?
This training is suitable for anyone interested in building high‑performing teams or enhancing knowledge in EDI and disability inclusion, including:

HR professionals
Hiring managers
People managers
IT support teams
Event planners
Trainers

Level of training: Introductory. No prior knowledge is required, though more experienced practitioners will also find value.

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West Howe Information Station
2026-04-23 14:00 - 16:00 | West Howe Library, 67 Cunningham Crescent, Bournemouth, BH11 8DS
Connect with community services, discover volunteering opportunities, or get support for your charity or community group. No need to book; just drop in.
We can help with:

Finding volunteering roles
Befriending
Social activities
Transport services
Food and finance
Advice for community groups & charities.

Southbourne Information Station
2026-04-24 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Southbourne Library, 118 Seabourne Rd, Bournemouth BH5 2HY, 118 Seabourne Rd, Bournemouth, BH5 2HY

Choosing a Legal Structure
2026-04-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Online event
Choosing the right legal structure for your group is a crucial decision, and it can be hard to pick the best option. This training is for voluntary and community sector groups without a legal structure, and they Book your free place need support to make an informed choice. Our training, along with the provided asset-based workbook, will guide you through the decision-making process.
This training will cover:
· Understanding ‘legal structure’ and why it matters
·Who is responsible for selecting the legal structure?
· Legal structure options
· What you need to know about managing your chosen structure
· Tools and resources to help you make an informed decision.
By completing this training, you’ll be equipped to make an informed choice about your organisation’s structure and understand the responsibilities of your management group.
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Poole Network
2026-04-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Online event
An invitation to all members who support people in Poole to come and meet with others online and find out what’s on offer.
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Supporting Babies, Children & Young People network
2026-04-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Our online network is for any of our members who support families with children, from conception to the age of 25.
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Longfleet Information Station
2026-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | St Marys Longfleet, St Mary's Church, Longfleet Rd, Poole, BH15 2JD, United Kingdom
Part of Living Well Beyond Cancer (UHD).

Volunteer Fair
2026-04-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Citygate Church, 138a Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Ready to Volunteer or looking for volunteer support?
📅 Date: Wednesday 29th April 2026
🕙 Time: 10 am – 1 pm
📍 Venue: Citygate Church, 138A Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8AS
♿ Accessibility: Fully accessible venue. Parking available at Asda opposite.
🎟️ Free entry – no booking required
🌟 Ready to Volunteer? 🌟
Come along to the CAN Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, 29th April, where you can meet and chat with over 50 friendly organisations showcasing a variety of rewarding volunteering opportunities. Be inspired by real stories of community impact and discover how you can get involved.
Whether people want to give back, gain skills, or connect with others, there’s something for everyone. Just turn up on the day!

Groups – reserve your stand at our CAN Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, 29th April
It’s a great opportunity to:

Showcase your organisation and the impact you make
Recruit new volunteers
Connect with other groups and services across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Create video content with a phone
2026-04-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
Join The Saltways team in this workshop for charities to learn how to create effective & high quality content on your phone.

Does your charity want to start creating video content but doesn’t know where to start?

Learn how to plan your films to get the best results possible.
Learn technical tips on how to improve your footage and sound.
Have an introduction into editing and how to build a campaign around your film.

There will also be a chance to ask questions.

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Network for Supporting Men
2026-05-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Online event
If your work includes supporting men in any way, please join us at our next online network. We share our news, concerns, and offer peer support and advice.
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Slades Park Information Station
2026-05-11 12:00 - 14:00 | slades, Slades Park Pavilion, Ensbury Avenue, BH10 4HG, United Kingdom

Network for Supporting Women
2026-05-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online event
Calling all organisations that support women across Dorset – let’s gather together online, share our offer, make new connections and help each other. Any organisations that support women are invited to our network on 10th February, online, 10 – 11 am.
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Poole Information Station
2026-05-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Access Wellbeing Poole, Dolphin Centre, Poole, BH15 1SZ

Boscombe Information Station
2026-05-13 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Boscombe Library, 32 Hawkwood Road, Bournemouth, BH5 1BY

Poole Information Station
2026-05-15 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Poole Library, Dolphin Centre, Kingland Road, Poole, BH15 1QE

Christchurch Information Station
2026-05-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Christchurch Library, 29 High Street, Christchurch, BH23 1AW

Food & Fun Fest Information Station
2026-05-16 11:00 - 17:30 | Fisherman’s Walk, Southbourne, BH5 2ER

Henry Brown Centre Information Station
2026-05-18 10:00 - 13:00 | The Henry Brown Centre, Cunningham Crescent, West Howe, BH11 8DU, United Kingdom
Our friendly team warmly welcomes people and aims to help them stay well and independent at home. Anyone can chat with us about what support may be available to them, someone they know or care for in their local community. There is no need to book; just drop in. Find out about:

Transport
Befriending
Food and finances
Help at home
Social activities
And more!

We look forward to welcoming you.

Going Green Together
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Online event
If you’d like to find ways for your organisation to be greener in the way it runs, come and join us at our network and find ways forward together.
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Poole Hospital Information Station
2026-05-21 11:00 - 15:00 | The Dome, Poole General Hospital, Longfleet Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2JB, United Kingdom

Leaders Network
2026-05-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
A warm invitation to all Leaders of not-for-profit organisations, whether large or small, to come together. One or both of our Senior Advisors will also be present to take your questions.
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Turlin Moor Information Station
2026-05-26 12:00 - 15:00 | St Gabriels Church, keysworth Road, Turlin Moor, Poole, BH16 5BH
Connect with community services, discover volunteering opportunities, or get support for your charity or community group. There is no need to book; just drop in.
We can help with:

Finding volunteering roles
Befriending
Social activities
Transport services
Food and finance
Advice for community groups & charities.

Bournemouth Hospital Information Station
2026-05-28 11:00 - 15:00 | The Dome, Poole General Hospital, Longfleet Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2JB, United Kingdom

What is authenticity and how charities can use it
2026-05-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
Join The Saltways exploring what authenticity really means and how charities can use it.

Authenticity isn’t just a buzzword – it’s at the heart of meaningful charity storytelling. Join The Saltways for a practical online session exploring what authenticity really means and how charities can use it to connect with supporters, build trust, and share impact responsibly.
In this session, they will cover:

What authentic storytelling looks like in the charity sector
How to balance honesty, transparency, and sensitivity
Ways to showcase your work without over-relying on vulnerable individuals
Practical tips for embedding authenticity across campaigns, social media, and content
Examples of charities getting it right—and lessons from things that didn’t work

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Developing a Budget
2026-06-01 10:00 - 12:30 | Kinson Community Centre, Pelhams Park, Millhams Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 7LH, United Kingdom
Are you a voluntary organisation that hasn’t yet developed a budget? This is the course to help your organisation plan its finances, create budgets, and forecast cash flow. Budgeting for activities is similar to budgeting at home: you calculate your income and expenses to determine if you have enough. If you don’t, you need to increase your income or reduce expenses.
Budgeting will help you understand:

Expenses: What you need to run your activities.
Income: Whether your current income is sufficient to continue your activities.
Cash Flow: Identifying periods where you may be short of cash.

This will help you determine how much money you need to raise to keep your organisation running smoothly and assess the sustainability of your work. The budgeting process also provides an opportunity to explore new fundraising methods and identify potential savings.
This training and workbook offer an overview of developing your budget, and are suitable for newly emerging community groups.
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Supporting Older People Network
2026-06-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Online event
An invitation to all our member organisations that support older people with their health and wellbeing to come to this network.
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FA Your Game
2026-06-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Dorset County Football Association, Blandford Close, Poole, BH15 4BF
Football wouldn’t happen without its volunteers. The hands on the ground or off the pitch, connecting people, changing lives, making the game happen.
Try out a number of football roles at Your Game, and find which is made for you.
Make a difference. Grow your skills. This event is for 14-30-year-olds.
Register your interest by contacting jessica.boyle@dorsetfa.com
