BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Women's Organisation - ECPv6.3.7//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Women's Organisation X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Women's Organisation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230309T160711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T160711Z UID:10792-1679911200-1679922000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Strategic Innovation Skills for Business DESCRIPTION:Develop your strategic innovation skills for business with this one-off course.\n\n\nAbout this training: \nThis one-off session interactive session is focused on supporting learners to develop their innovation skills and strengths. The course builds confidence in learners to enable them to make strategic decisions to benefit their business. \nBy the end of this course you will be able to: \n• Apply innovation in your business to enhance performance\n \n• Understand factors required to support creativity and innovation\n \n• Understand the tools and techniques for implementing innovation in your business\n \n \n \n*NB* The training will take place at 10am on the 27th of March at 54 St. James Street\, L1 0AB. \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close at 9 am on the 20th March \n\n\nELIGIBILITY: \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and is funded by the EU. \nFor those who live in Greater Manchester\, you will be booked in with one of our business advisors first and then the course. \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \n \nSession Lead: Victoria Hart \n\n\n\n“In over ten years as an educator\, I have been privileged to work with learners in a variety of settings from F.E.\, offender learning\, SEND to work based. The reason? I love supporting people to achieve their potential through positive learning experiences. In my current role as Portfolio Development and Accreditation Lead at The Women’s Organisation\, I generate and coordinate a portfolio of accredited training focused on development of a wide range of skills. My goal is to create engaging learning experiences through an environment that fosters creativity\, curiosity and fun! My educational background includes a MSc in Psychology and a P.G.C.E. in Post Compulsory Education and Training from Edge Hill University. Outside of the office\, I live the sweaty life at the gym and I am committed to wellbeing through practicing meditation daily. “ URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/strategic-innovation-skills-for-business/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Business Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/10792_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230228T113503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T113503Z UID:10726-1679911200-1679918400@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Recharge Your Resilience DESCRIPTION:Ready to find your inner resilience? Join us for this 2-hour session where you’ll develop the tools to overcome challenges & embrace change.\n\n\nAbout this training: \nThis workshop is open to those who would like to recharge their resilience and learn how to bounce back from hardships and stresses of day-to-day life. \n In the session you will cover: \n\nThe definition and importance of resilience.\n\n\nStrategies for picking yourself up and moving forward.\n\nThe training will take place at 54 St James Street. \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close at 9 am on Monday 20th March. \n\n\nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to unemployed or economically inactive women in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and funded by The Lottery Community Fund & EU \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/recharge-your-resilience-2/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Personal Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10726_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230324T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230324T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T124339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T124339Z UID:10558-1679652000-1679657400@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Start Up Founders Networking Event DESCRIPTION:Take the fear out of networking by coming along to our Start-Up Founders Networking Event!\n\n\nThis peer networking event is the perfect place for anyone looking to start a business! \nYou will have the chance to network with like-minded\, local people looking to become business owners. Talk\, connect\, and share your experiences to kickstart your local network! \nThis session will help you build your confidence and knowledge to push your business idea to the next step. \nYou will get the chance to hear from industry experts talking you through the “ifs\, buts and whats” when registering as self-employed and from an inspiring guest speaker talking through their own entrepreneurial journey. \nGuest speakers will be announced soon! \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to aspiring business owners living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Fridat 17th March at 9 am. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/start-up-founders-networking-event/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Other Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10558_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230323T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230323T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230111T132948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T132948Z UID:10280-1679592600-1679596200@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Are you Ready to Start Your Business? DESCRIPTION:This short session will help you prepare for self-employment.\n\n\nA good business is nothing without a great idea. This short session will help you prepare for self-employment\, through exploring your business idea\, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the European Social Fund. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Thursday 16th March at 9am URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/are-you-ready-to-start-your-business-34/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/10280_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230323T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230406T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230309T155457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T155457Z UID:10787-1679565600-1680782400@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Resilience - Level 2 DESCRIPTION:This three part accredited training programme will explore resilience and outline practical strategies we can put in place.\n\n\nThis one-day accredited training programme will explore resilience and outline practical strategies we can put in place. Do you need a resilience boost and some practical strategies to strengthen those inner reserves during these challenging times? \nIntroducing this new accredited training\, funded through the European Social Fund\, where you will complete one unit of a Level 2 qualification! \nAbout this training: \nThis course is packed full of useful information and gives you the opportunity to reflect on how you are coping and points you in the right direction to move forward and bounce back. \n\nWhere does resilience come from? \nWhy is it important to have a positive outlook? \nHow do you keep things in perspective?\n\n*NB* The training will take place ONLINE over 3 sessions on 23rd March\, 30th March\, and 6th April. \nSession Lead \nVictoria Hart – Portfolio Development and Accreditation Lead \n\n\n\nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close on Thursday 16th March at 9 am URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/resilience-level-2-11/ CATEGORIES:Personal Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/10787_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230323T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230323T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230228T113440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T113440Z UID:10722-1679565600-1679572800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Create Your CV DESCRIPTION:Is your CV in need of a make over? This workshop will provide with tips and tricks to update your CV to stand out in today’s job market!\n\n\nAbout this training: \nWhen was the last time you did your CV? Are you looking to enter a new field? Have you been made redundant and new to the application process? Whatever the reason\, this workshop will help you build your CV and boost your employability! \n In this 2-hour-long session\, you will; \n\nexplore your strengths\, experience\, and skills to build into your CV \nlook at what style and template suits you the best \nwhat language to use and how to sell your talents and experience to employers\n\n*NB* The training will take place at 54 St James Street. \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close at 9 am on Thursday 16th March. \n\n\nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to unemployed or economically inactive women in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and funded by The Lottery Community Fund & EU \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/create-your-cv/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10722_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230322T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121848Z UID:10549-1679479200-1680094800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Presentation Skills - Level 3 DESCRIPTION:This two-part accredited training programme will tell you everything you need to know about delivering presentations\, face-to-face & online.\n\n\nDo you want to be a whizz at giving presentations? \nThis two-part accredited training programme will tell you everything you need to know about delivering presentations\, face-to-face & online. \nThis course will demonstrate the different techniques and activities and give you the chance to practice them yourself. \nIn the final session\, you will have the opportunity to do a short presentation that will showcase your new skills and boost your confidence. \n*NB* The training will take place over 2 sessions in person on the Wednesday 22nd and 29th of March\, 10 am – 1 pm. \nSession Lead: \nVictoria Hart – Portfolio Development and Accreditation Lead \n\n\n\nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and is funded by the EU \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close on Wednesday 15th March at 9 am URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/presentation-skills-level-3-3/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10549_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230228T113418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T113418Z UID:10718-1679392800-1679400000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Boost Your Confidence DESCRIPTION:This course gives you the strategy for developing confidence\, assertiveness\, and tips for public speaking.\n\n\nThis course gives you the strategy for developing confidence\, assertiveness\, and tips for public speaking. Boost your Confidence is a 2-hour course for any woman who feels as if they need a bit of a confidence boost\, whether it is being out of work or if you are stuck in a rut. It’s interactive and engaging and will give you the tools to improve your self-esteem and build your confidence. \nThis course will focus on: \n–   Building your confidence and self-esteem \n– Build your assertiveness. \n– Tips on improving your public speaking \nBy the end of the course\, you will have identified what qualities and capabilities you have and be more confident in deciding where your future lies. \n*NB* The training will take place at 54 St James Street. \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close at 9 am on Tuesday 14th March. \nSession Lead: \n\n\nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to unemployed or economically inactive women in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and funded by The Lottery Community Fund & EU \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/boost-your-confidence/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Personal Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10718_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121605Z UID:10545-1679392800-1679400000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Bookkeeping DESCRIPTION:An introduction to bookkeeping and how to use it for your business!\n\n\nAn introduction to bookkeeping and how to use it for your business! \nIf you want to avoid a pile of receipts and think you could benefit from some training on bookkeeping and accounting\, then this course will be suitable for you! \nThis course will take you through simple techniques to manage your business finances\, with hands-on practice and take-home resources to guide you through basic bookkeeping. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to women living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nTickets for this event will close at 9am Tuesday 14th March. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/bookkeeping-7/ CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10545_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230124T094913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T104836Z UID:10319-1679392800-1679400000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Start-up Finance Clinic DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday 21st March\, LCR Finance Hub will be hosting a drop in session at 54 St James Street\, in partnership with The Women’s Organisation. \nThe LCR Finance Hub is a free independent access to finance and investment readiness service for SMEs in the Liverpool City Region wishing to access funding\, with the aim of making the whole process less confusing. \nIf you’re looking for funding advice\, book one of four slots for a chat with George Wright – Investment Manager and Finance Hub Lead within the LCR Finance Hub. \nIf you have any questions or would like to find out more about the LCR Finance Hub drop them an email via lynsey.barnes@lcrfinancehub.co.uk \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester. \nQuestions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on the 14th of March at 9 am \n\n\n\n\nGeorge joined the LCR Finance Hub from the MSIF investment team having originally joined MSIF as an Investment Manager to provide support to loan team. \nIn his time as an Investment Manager he helped numerous businesses and coached Managing Directors through the process of creating and refining their business plan and their financial forecasts. \nHe has 31 years’ banking experience with NatWest including his role as a Relationship Manager\, specialising in stressed businesses in the commercial sector. Prior to that role\, he was a Commercial Relationship Manager responsible for a portfolio of trading businesses ranging from £2m to £25m turnover. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/start-up-finance-clinic/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/10319_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230320T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230320T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230208T113220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T113220Z UID:10495-1679306400-1679317200@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Developing A Website for Your Business DESCRIPTION:Learn all of the important things to consider and develop when setting up your business webpage!\n\n\nDeveloping a website for your business is important but can also be super daunting. Join us for this friendly session to learn the essential things to consider when building your website! \nIt will include… \n \n• Designing around your audience. Understanding what they want to see\, looking at key words and key phrases that drive them and considering design choices based upon them. Also looking at the user journey.\n \n• Audience centered design. Looking at how to design the page and place components in.\n \n• Common mistakes to avoid\, Focusing on challenges- when customers don’t understand an offer\, or find it complicated\, or cluttered.\n \n• What makes a good landing page design with practical techniques to provide a great first impression so visitors can develop trust toward you or your brand\,\n \n• Boosting the performance of your landing pages – How to drive towards your landing page. \n \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the European Social Fund. \n \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nTickets for this event will close at 10 am on Monday 7th March. \nThis session will be led by business advisor Heidi. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/developing-a-website-for-your-business/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Business Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10495_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230316T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230317T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230309T155353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T155353Z UID:10784-1678960800-1679068800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Coaching Conversations Level 2 DESCRIPTION:This two-day interactive accredited course is focused on supporting learners in developing tools & techniques to deliver coaching sessions.\n\n\nThis two-session interactive accredited course is focused on supporting learners to identify their skills\, and strengths and developing tools and techniques to deliver coaching sessions. \n This course builds confidence in learners to enable them to plan and deliver a coaching programme. \nThis interactive course includes the following topics: \n\nUnderstanding different situations can be used\, for example\, stress coaching\, retirement coaching\, change management\, and health and wellbeing coaching.\nOpportunity to develop skills through role plays\, scenarios\, and observed activities\nEmploying reflective practice using Gibbs reflective cycle and understanding your own learning style\n\nBy the end of this course\, learners will have identified the situations and models\, skills\, and qualities to hold confident coaching conversations. \n*NB this course will take place face-to-face at 54 St James ST\, on Thursday 16th and 17th March\, 10 am – 4pm. \nSession Lead \nAnne-Marie Swift – Business Advisor & Facilitator @ The Women’s Organisation \nMy best days are spent working with professional business executives\, entrepreneurs\, thought leaders\, and influencers to help them get connected and grow themselves and their businesses. I do this through 1-2-1 meetings\, facilitating courses\, and providing the tools and know-how to create and grow fantastic businesses. \nI work with startups & growth businesses across the North West and I am an Associate Tutor working in the Business School at Edge Hill University with a focus on leadership and management development\, as well as coaching and mentoring. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Thursday 5th January at 9am. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/coaching-conversations-level-2/ LOCATION:The Women’s Organisation\, 54 St James St\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/10784_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230315T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230315T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230309T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T155324Z UID:10780-1678874400-1678888800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:We're Here For You - Better Off Fund Open Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for this relaxed open day to find out about what we have on offer and how we can help you.\n\n\nAbout: \nWe are running a friendly\, relaxed open day for out-of-work women in Merseyside to find out more about the services and support we have on offer. \nWe can help with: \n\nemployment support (CV writing\, interview skills)\nmoney advice\npersonal development\nconfidence & wellbeing\n\nOne of our trusted advisors will be there to answer any questions you have and will help you with the application process whilst having a friendly chat and refreshments. \nIf you decide the Better Off Fund programme is a fit for you\, you can complete an application form with us and receive a £10 ASDA voucher. \nYou are welcome to bring your children along with you to the session. \nPlease note: bring along Proof of ID (e.g. birth certificate\, passport) along with proof of unemployment. Once this is done\, you can leave the rest to us! \n*NB* The open day will take place at 54 St James Street between 10am-2pm. \nTickets for this event will close at 4pm on Tuesday 14th March. \n \nSession Lead: Jenny \n\n\n\nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to unemployed or economically inactive women in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and funded by The Lottery Community Fund & EU. \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/were-here-for-you-better-off-fund-open-day/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Personal Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/10780_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230315T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230315T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230216T144115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T144115Z UID:10615-1678874400-1678881600@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Are You Ready to Start Your Business? DESCRIPTION:This short session will help you prepare for self-employment.\n\n\nA good business is nothing without a great idea. This short session will help you prepare for self-employment\, by exploring your business idea\, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated. \nThis session will take in Birkenhead Library; details will be sent of rooms once attendees have completed their registration forms. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Wednesday 8th March at 9 am. \nThis session will be led by Business Advisor Paul Rittenberg. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/are-you-ready-to-start-your-business-37/ LOCATION:Birkenhead Library\, Birkenhead Library CH41 2XB\, Birkenhead\, L1 0AB\, Birkenhead\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Business Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10615_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230111T131018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T131018Z UID:10277-1678798800-1678806000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Are you Ready to Start Your Business? DESCRIPTION:This short session will help you prepare for self-employment.\n\n\nA good business is nothing without a great idea. This short session will help you prepare for self-employment\, through exploring your business idea\, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the European Social Fund. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Tuesday 7th March at 9 am. \nThis session will be led by Business Advisor Angelica Kayode-Okoro URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/are-you-ready-to-start-your-business-33/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Business Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/10277_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121502Z UID:10541-1678788000-1679403600@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Strategy - Level 3 DESCRIPTION:The session will help you focus on developing a clear aim\, identify a target audience and selecting the best platform to reach them.\n\n\nThis 2-part level 3 accredited training course will help you bring your Digital Marketing skills to the next level. \nAbout this training: \nThe session will help you focus on developing a clear aim\, identifying a target audience\, and selecting the best social media platform to reach them. \n– Create a campaign with content to attract attention \n– Who can help the business promote the campaign \n– How to measure the success of the campaign \n– The campaign plans will focus on campaigns to raise awareness \n– Promote a service or raise funds \n*NB* The training will take place over 2 sessions online on Tuesday14th and Tuesday 21st March from 10am – 1pm. \nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) \nApply for your place today – As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close on Tuesday 7th March at 9am. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/digital-marketing-strategy-level-3-2/ CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10541_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230313T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230320T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121304Z UID:10535-1678712400-1679328000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Unconscious Bias - Level 2 DESCRIPTION:This accredited training programme will look at how unconscious bias shapes the world around us and how we can tackle it.\n\n\nHow does unconscious bias shape our perspectives\, and how can we challenge it in our everyday life? \nIntroducing this new accredited training\, funded through the European Social Fund\, where you will complete one unit of a Level 2 qualification! \nAbout this training \nIn this session\, we look at where unconscious bias comes from and how it shapes the world around us. \n\nReflect on personal biases and learn about ways to challenge and change the way you think. \nWhy do we tend to prefer people who are like us?\nWhat leads to stereotyping and how do we reinforce stereotypes without realising? \nWhy are some people constantly overlooked and excluded? \nCrucially\, what can we do about it?\n\nThese sessions give you the opportunity to start the discussion in an open and non-judgemental way and to identify positive action points. Awareness is the first step but we all need to take the next step and start to make a difference. \nThis course includes useful strategies for personal development and for making your workplace more inclusive and diverse and is a great foundation for future Equality Training. \n*NB* The training will take place ONLINE and spaced over 2 sessions on the 13th and 20th March. \nSession Lead \nAnne-Marie Swift – Business Advisor & Facilitator @ The Women’s Organisation \nMy best days are spent working with professional business executives\, entrepreneurs\, thought leaders\, and influencers to help them get connected and grow themselves and their businesses. I do this through 1-2-1 meetings\, facilitating courses\, and providing the tools and know-how to create and grow fantastic businesses. \nI work with startups & growth businesses across the North West and I am an Associate Tutor working in the Business School at Edge Hill University with a focus on leadership and management development\, as well as coaching and mentoring. \n\n\n\nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) \nApply for your place today – As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close on Monday 6th March\, 9 am URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/unconscious-bias-level-2-8/ CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10535_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230313T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121335Z UID:10538-1678701600-1678708800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Social Media For Your Start-Up DESCRIPTION:Get your social media up and running for your new start-up business.\n\n\nGet your social media up and running for your new start-up business. \nThis course provides an overview on how you can start to promote your business online. We will review all the different social media platforms that are available and evaluate them\, so you are able to determine which one are the most appropriate for your business and start to build your social media strategy. \nThis session will cover: \n– Defining your Purpose: understand what you are using social media for and develop goals/aims to implement into your marketing plan \n– Identifying your Target Audience: have a clear understanding of who your target market is and analyse their demographics \n– Selecting your Platform: Have an overview of what social media platforms are available (Facebook\, Twitter\, LinkedIn etc.) and evaluate which are most appropriate for your business \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people women in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and Greater Manchester is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nTickets for this event will close at 9 am on Monday 6th March. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/social-media-for-your-start-up-3/ CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10538_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230310T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230310T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230309T161053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T161053Z UID:10839-1678442400-1678456800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:We're Here For You - Better Off Fund Open Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for this relaxed open day to find out about what we have on offer and how we can help you.\n\n\nAbout: \nWe are running a friendly\, relaxed open day for out-of-work women in Merseyside to find out more about the services and support we have on offer. \nWe can help with: \n\nemployment support (CV writing\, interview skills)\nmoney advice\npersonal development\nconfidence & wellbeing\n\nOne of our trusted advisors will be there to answer any questions you have and will help you with the application process whilst having a friendly chat and refreshments. \nIf you decide the Better Off Fund programme is a fit for you\, you can complete an application form with us and receive a £10 ASDA voucher. \nYou are welcome to bring your children along with you to the session. \nPlease note: bring along Proof of ID (e.g. birth certificate\, passport) along with proof of unemployment. Once this is done\, you can leave the rest to us! \n*NB* The open day will take place at 54 St James Street between 10am-2pm. \nTickets for this event will close at 4pm on Thursday 9th March. \n \nSession Lead: Jenny \n\n\n\nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to unemployed or economically inactive women in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and funded by The Lottery Community Fund & EU. \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/were-here-for-you-better-off-fund-open-day-2/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/10839_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230310T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230310T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121209Z UID:10532-1678442400-1678453200@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Build Your Financial Capabilities DESCRIPTION:Learn about your business’s finances in more depth with this 3 hour workshop!\n\n\nThis workshop aims to upskill and enable you to engage meaningfully with accounts\, financial reports\, and forecasts. You will discover the systems and processes needed to produce financial reports and forecasts\, including when managing a loss of income. \nYou will also look at the value of recruiting staff and/or board members with financial skills. \nSession aims : \n• Financial management training and forecasting skills\, including a run-through of the language of finance. \n• Work through examples and share good practices. \n• Learn more about how your financial management responsibilities will change and adapt as your business grows. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nTickets for this event will close at 9am Friday 3rd March. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/build-your-financial-capabilities/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10532_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230309T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230309T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230208T112154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T112154Z UID:10491-1678356000-1678366800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Creating Video Content DESCRIPTION:Join our interactive session hosted by hi-impact media to learn how to make the most of video content to grow and develop your business!\n\n\nJoin our interactive session hosted by hi-impact media and discover the tricks of the trade when it comes to creating video content for your business! \nLearn how to… \n• Plan for video content that actually supports your business- what is the objective of the video?\n \n• How to use video in your marketing strategy\n \n• Brainstorm content ideas for your business\n \n• Research and storyboard videos\n \n• Easy step by step content creation session using your personal devices\n \n• Simple editing techniques\n \n• Preparing videos for your platforms\n \n• Setting goals for your videos \n \nAs this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nLed by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme\, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester. \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration. \nQuestions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111. \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Thursday 2nd March at 9am. \n\n\nGuest Speaker Information: \nhi Impact Media – Dionne and Georgia have been working with hi-impact for a number of years as Head of Marketing and Head of Media. In their respective roles\, they have supported global brands such as Tommy Hilfiger\, Twickenham Stadium\, Nuffield Health\, Liverpool FC and more\, with their media and marketing services. \nThe team are very passionate about taking the skills they have developed over many years\, and sharing this through training new businesses and clients to get the springboard they need to launch their careers. They have worked with many start-ups one-to-one\, as well as delivering group seminars\, workshops and training and are looking forward to supporting you to kick-start your business. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/creating-video-content/ LOCATION:The Women’s Organisation\, 54 St James St\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Business Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10491_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230208T160532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T160532Z UID:10499-1678284000-1678289400@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Women Leading The Way - International Women's Day 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us on International Women’s Day 2023 for an expert panel of female industry leaders sharing their stories and careers to inspire YOU!\n\n\nWomen Leading The Way \nTo mark International Women’s Day\, The Women’s Organisation will be hosting an all-women panel event with some of the most inspiring and trailblazing industry leaders in the Liverpool city region. \nThey will be discussing their careers\, their experiences\, any obstacles they have overcome\, and sharing their top advice for fellow women looking to excel and succeed in their professional lives. There will also be time for a Q&A session towards the end of the event. \nTaking place at 54 St James Street\, join us on 8th March 2023 for a sense of togetherness\, women empowerment\, and community as we celebrate female success\, talent\, and insight. \nOur diverse panel of fantastic industry leaders will be announced soon! Keep your eyes PEELED. 👀 \nPST… remember to use the hashtag #WomenWhoLead when tagging us in social media posts! \n \nEligibility: \nThis panel event is open to women living in the Liverpool City Region (including the boroughs Liverpool\, Sefton\, St Helens\, Wirral\, Knowsley\, and Halton). \nFor more information please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Monday 6th March at 9am. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/women-leading-the-way-international-womens-day-2023/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Other Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10499_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121120Z UID:10528-1678183200-1678278600@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Business Planning Made Simple DESCRIPTION:Get set to bring your business ideas to life with this quick and easy introduction to business planning.\n\n\nThis 2-part course is the starting point for thinking about a business plan in a friendly environment\, with like-minded women. The thought of setting up a business can be frightening\, whether it is worrying about taxes and finances or the daunting task of writing a business plan. \nUnderstand how to develop a business plan and review all the essentials to starting a business. \nYou will leave this session with an understanding of: \n– How to develop a business plan and review the essentials to starting a business \n– How to add sustainability to the heart of your business model \n – Market research – The essential starting point for any business \n – Marketing – How to get the word out there about your business \n – Finance – Building on skills that you already have and giving you tools and resources to keep your finances properly \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nTickets for this event will close at 9am Tuesday 28th February. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/business-planning-made-simple-6/ CATEGORIES:Business Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10528_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230306T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230306T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230111T105338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T124714Z UID:10271-1678104000-1678107600@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Are you Ready to Start Your Business? DESCRIPTION:This short session will help you prepare for self-employment.\n\n\nA good business is nothing without a great idea. This short session will help you prepare for self-employment\, through exploring your business idea\, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration. \nThis programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the European Social Fund. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Monday 30th February at 9 am. \nSession lead: John Carroll \nHaving joined NatWest after leaving school\, John moved to Jersey in the mid-nineties\, for what was meant to be a six-month secondment\, but ended up staying for 23 years! The last 10 years of his NatWest career were spent as a Relationship Manager within the Business & Commercial Banking team\, helping local SMEs access finance to grow their enterprises and plan for future success. It was a hugely rewarding career\, but John and his family opted to move back to the North West in 2020 and he joined the Women’s Organisation shortly after\, where he continues to help businesses\, new and existing\, develop and thrive! URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/are-you-ready-to-start-your-business-32/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/10271_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230303T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230303T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230216T142101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T142101Z UID:10610-1677837600-1677843000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:A Beginners Guide to SEO DESCRIPTION:An introduction to basic search engine optimisation (SEO) for your website.\n\n\nAn introduction to basic search engine optimisation (SEO) for your website. Find out how to drive more traffic to your business and pick up some useful tips and tricks along the way. This webinar will give you the basic foundations you will need to start your SEO journey. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the European Structural Investment Fund. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nTickets for this event will close at 9 am on Friday the 24th of February. \nThis session will be led by business advisors Paul Rittenberg and Roz Dean. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/a-beginners-guide-to-seo/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10610_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230301T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230301T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121043Z UID:10525-1677664800-1677672000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Understanding Tax & NI DESCRIPTION:An introduction to tax and NI\, and how to plan for self-assessment.\n\n\nKeep your business safe and improve your understanding of national insurance (NI) and tax contributions and requirements. This course will take you through: \n– How to register as a sole trader \n– How to make payments to HMRC \n– Understanding your legal requirements and support and tools available \n– How to accurately calculate your tax and NI payments and plan key dates for self-assessment \nThe event will take place on zoom. After registering via Eventbrite and completing the registration a zoom link and password will be sent to you before the event by email. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to women living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, the tickets for this course will close Wednesday 22nd February at 9 am. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/understanding-tax-ni-2/ CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10525_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20221222T121044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T121044Z UID:10239-1677578400-1677585600@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Are you Ready to Start Your Business? DESCRIPTION:This short session will help you prepare for self-employment.\n\n\nA good business is nothing without a great idea. This short session will help you prepare for self-employment\, through exploring your business idea\, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration. \nThis programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the European Social Fund. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this event will close on Wednesday 21st\, 9am. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/are-you-ready-to-start-your-business-31/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/10239_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230227T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230227T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T121003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T121003Z UID:10522-1677492000-1677499200@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Bookkeeping DESCRIPTION:An introduction to bookkeeping and how to use it for your business!\n\n\nAn introduction to bookkeeping and how to use it for your business! If you want to avoid a pile of receipts and think you could benefit from some training on bookkeeping and accounting\, then this course will be suitable for you! This course will take you through simple techniques to manage your business finances\, with hands-on practice and take-home resources to guide you through basic bookkeeping. \nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to women living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) or Greater Manchester and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nTickets for this event will close at 9am Tuesday 20th February. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/bookkeeping-6/ CATEGORIES:Career Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10522_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230223T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230223T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20221222T122753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T122753Z UID:10244-1677160800-1677168000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:How to Pitch Perfect DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop you will be learning how to deliver your perfect pitch\, and also gaining ideas and confidence with like-minded bus\n\n\nThe session will cover; \n• What should an elevator pitch consist of. \n• Write your own pitch and develop ideas with your peers. \n• Confidence techniques for talking in front of an audience \n• Opportunity to practice your pitch \n*Tickets will close on Thursday 16th February\, 9am. \n\n\nEligibility: \nThis programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) \nAs this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nQuestions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration. URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/how-to-pitch-perfect-3/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Business Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/10244_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230223T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230223T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T191257 CREATED:20230215T123844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T123844Z UID:10554-1677146400-1677168000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk SUMMARY:Resilience - Level 2 DESCRIPTION:This one-day accredited training programme will explore resilience and outline practical strategies we can put in place.\n\n\nThis one-day accredited training programme will explore resilience and outline practical strategies we can put in place. Do you need a resilience boost and some practical strategies to strengthen those inner reserves during these challenging times? \nIntroducing this new accredited training\, funded through the European Social Fund\, where you will complete one unit of a Level 2 qualification! \nAbout this training: \nThis course is packed full of useful information and gives you the opportunity to reflect on how you are coping and points you in the right direction to move forward and bounce back. \n\nWhere does resilience come from? \nWhy is it important to have a positive outlook? \nHow do you keep things in perspective?\n\n*NB* The training will take place in-person on Thursday 23rd February 10 am – 4 pm. \n Session Lead \nRoz Dean – Business Advisor Plus & Support Officer @ The Women’s Organisation \n\n\n\nEligibility: \nApply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility. \nThis programme is open to people living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens\, or Halton) and is funded by the EU. \nQuestions? Please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111 \nPlease note\, tickets for this course will close on Thursday 16th February at 9 am URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/resilience-level-2-10/ LOCATION:54 St James Street\, 54 Saint James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, Liverpool\, L1 0AB\, GB CATEGORIES:Personal Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10554_image.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR