The Women's Organisation

Cancelled - Reflect and Select: Planning your next step
2021-06-04 10:00 - 2021-06-11 13:00 (Europe/London)
This two-day course will help you to reflect on your past career history, and help you to select your next step.

This course is open to men and women in The Liverpool City Region who are not in paid employment and are looking for support as they plan the next step in their career.
Are you ready for the next step in your career – but don’t know where to start?
Business experts from The Women’s organisation can give you the support you need to reflect on your past career history, and then help you to select the right path for your future.
Across two days our three-hour training sessions will give you the skills and guidance you need to make a new start. (Course outline and dates below.)

Friday 4th June 10am – 1pm.
Day 1 – Reflect
Reflecting on past career history whilst interweaving confidence building.

Why we fear change – we will look at the science of the brain and consider why doubt and ambivalence are prevalent in our career/life changes.

Identifying Achievements – focussing on all the amazing things we have achieved and recognising that we haven’t just “done” a job.

Transferable skills – identifying what skills we take with us on our career journey and how they may fit into an industry that we have never worked in before.

Identifying strengths – over the two days we will complete a SWOT analysis, on day one we will consider our strengths.

Friday 11th June 10am – 1pm.
Day 2 – Select
Selecting the right path/what next.

Job search – we reveal the hidden job market and share job searching hints and tips.

Budgeting – we consider budgeting for the new job, such as ‘how will I get to work/what is it going to cost?’.

Marketing yourself – how can we proactively market ourselves via LinkedIn, creating a network of business contacts.

Action plan – Each attendee will complete the sessions with an action plan containing achievable goals

Eligibility
The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).
*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*
For more information about eligibility or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk
Please note; There are limited places available and can be reserved via Eventbrite
This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund
*REGISTRATION CLOSES 2ND JUNE 9AM*

One Step Closer... to the Perfect Interview
2021-06-04 10:00 - 16:00
This course is open to anyone in Liverpool City Region who is not in paid employment & would like help to ace job interviews

Starts: Friday 4th June – 10: 00 am – 16:00 am via Zoom
Ace the interview and get the job!
Seize that opportunity because this course is all about standing out from the crowd.
Ever wondered how you come across in an interview? Want to know how interviews are scored?
You will learn how to present yourself as fearless and passionate and learn how to tap into your unique qualities.

Prepare yourself with the STAR method!
Research – where to begin and what to do!
Learn to put the power of first impressions to good use.

We will show you how to boost the atmosphere with positive communication so you can relax, be yourself, and GET THAT JOB!
Eligibility
The course is open to anyone living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who is not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).
*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*
For more information about eligibility or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk
Please note; There are limited places available and can be reserved via Eventbrite

*REGISTRATON CLOSES 2ND JUNE 9AM*

Enterprise Hub Presents: Planning for Success - Business Planning Course
2021-06-02 10:30 - 2021-06-03 12:30
** In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak we have now redesigned our services to operate on a virtual basis**

Enterprise Hub Presents: Planning for Success – Business Planning Course – Online
This 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 really frightening, whether it is worrying about tax and finances or the daunting task of writing a business plan.
This course will focus on…
– Market Research – The essential starting point for any business
– Marketing – How to get the word out there about your business
– Finance – Building on skills that you already have and giving you tools and resources to keep your finances properly
**Zoom links will be sent out the working day before the session. If you haven’t received the link, please check your junk mail/spam. If you still haven’t received it, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk **
This course is open to WOMEN in Merseyside, and booking is essential. It will take place online in 2 parts, on Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd June, 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Introduction to Microsoft Teams
2021-06-02 10:00 - 12:30
A useful single session to walk you through Teams, particularly while we’re working from home.

Need some practical tips on how to navigate Microsoft Teams?
Introducing this new training session, funded through the European Social Fund!
About this training
This session will walks you through Teams with lots of useful tips and the opportunity to practise some of its most popular features.
Learn how to:

Set up a team,
Make a rota
Plan and allocate tasks
Share documents
Run a meeting & more!

The training will take place online via Zoom on Wednesday 2nd June, 10.00am – 12:30pm.
Eligibility
This programme is open to those living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Evidence includes:

Passport
National Insurance number card or letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Resilience - Level 2
2021-06-01 13:30 - 2021-06-15 16:00
This three week 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?
Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 2 qualification!
About this training
This 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.

Where does resilience come from?
Why is it important to have a positive outlook?
How do you keep things in perspective?

The training will take place online via Zoom in 3 sessions, Tuesday 1st, 8th & 15th June, 1.30pm – 4pm.
BOOKINGS CLOSE ON WEDNESDAY 19TH MAY.
Eligibility
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Evidence includes:

Passport
National Insurance number card or letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Presenting Online (Zoom) - Level 3
2021-06-01 10:00 - 2021-06-15 12:00
This three week accredited training programme will tell you everything you need to know about delivering events via Zoom!

Do you want to be a whizz on Zoom?
Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 3 qualification!
About this training
These sessions will tell you everything you need to know from setting up and promoting online events, to expert delivery tips through to designing evaluations.
You will be able to keep participants engaged, share a screen with ease, manage a breakout-room, adapt your resources to writeable pdfs. You name it… this course has it!
This course will demonstrate the different techniques and activities and give you the chance to practise them yourself.
In the final session, you will have the opportunity to do a short presentation that will showcase your new skills and boost your confidence.
The training will take place online via Zoom in 3 sessions, Tuesday 1st, 8th & 15th June, 10.00am – 12:00pm.
Eligibility
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) but please contact our team to check full eligibility criteria.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
National Insurance number card or letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

One Hour To Recharge Your Resilience
2021-06-01 09:00 - 10:00
When life knocks you down, learn how to get back up again. Strategies for picking yourself up and moving forward.

This one hour course is open to women and men in the Liverpool City Region who need a resilience boost!
Starts: Tues 1st June, 9am – 10am, via Zoom
Over the session, you will cover:

When life knocks you down, learn how to get back up again.
Strategies for picking yourself up and moving forward.

**Please read**
Eligibility

The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).

*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*

For more information or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk

This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

One Hour To Kickstart Your Confidence
2021-05-28 09:00 - 10:00
Why do we lose confidence and how can we build it back again?
Tips, tricks and strategies for being a more confident you.

This one hour course is to women and men in the Liverpool City Region who want to build back their confidence.
Starts: Friday 28th May, 9am -10am via Zoom
Over the session, you will cover:

Why do we lose confidence and how can we build it back again?
Tips, tricks and strategies for being a more confident you.

**Please read**
Eligibility

The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).

*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*

For more information or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk

This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

Rapid Recovery: Business Resilience Clinic
2021-05-27 11:00 - 12:00
LIVE Q&A with a panel of business experts offering advice and tips to help you move your business through recovery and beyond

LIVE Business Resilience Q&A supporting Liverpool City Region businesses to recover from the economic impact of Covid-19 and grow through recovery and beyond.
Whatever your business query, our panel of experts can support you with instant advice, knowledge and tips.
Here are just some of the areas they can help you tackle:

Marketing & getting your business found online
Health & safety
Returning to premises
Accessing grants, funding and commercial finance
Starting / growing a business
Understanding what support is available.

This a monthly event taking place on the last Thursday of every month – so don’t worry if you can’t make this date! Some of our panelists will return for regular slots, but new expert voices will be bringing a new voice to the discussion each month.

MEET THIS MONTH’S PANEL:
Cllr Gary Millar
Deputy Mayor of Liverpool and Mayoral Lead for Business & International Relations

Since 2015 Gary has been Liverpool’s official “Entrepreneur-in-Residence”, personally growing a team of volunteer specialist mentors to guide over 2000 pre-start and start-up businesses through his Business Clinic. It is recognized as one of the UK’s most successful volunteer led business guidance projects and has been replicated by others seeking to improve how to engage with their clients and the difficult to reach.

Ali McGrath
Business Growth Enabler at The Women’s Organisation

Ali has been an Enterprise Enabler working with The Women’s Organisation for over 12 years to support women in Merseyside and Greater Manchester to start and grow their enterprises.
More TBC!
& hosted by, Jacqueline Daley, Business Advisor at The Women’s Organisation
You can submit your questions ahead of time to hello@thewo.org.uk, or by using the Live Chat feature on Zoom.
To support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum.
Hear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics, including accessing finance, promotion and marketing, innovation, and well-being.

Level Up To The Perfect Interview
2021-05-27 10:00 - 16:00
This course is open to men & women in Liverpool City Region who are not in paid employment & want help to ace job interviews

This course is part of our wider ‘Level Up, Move On’ scholarship programme for Men and Women aged between open 18-30 living in Liverpool City Region who are not in paid employment at the minute and would like help to understand how to ace a job interview!
Starts: Thursday 27th May 10: 00 am – 16:00 am via Zoom
Over the session, you will cover:

How to prepare before your interview
How to use the STAR method during your interview
Understanding positive body language
How to build your confidence and calm your nerves

Eligibility
The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).

*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*

For more information or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk

This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

Level up Industry panel: MARKETING
2021-05-26 11:00 - 12:30
Are you thinking of a career in marketing but not sure where to start? Hear from industry professionals with advice and experience to share!

Are you thinking of a career in marketing but don’t know where to start?
Join us on for our Level up: MARKETING event where our expert panel will be on hand to share practical hints and tips on how to get started, along with advice about routes into the industry.
Join us on Wednesday 26th May, on Zoom from 11.00am – 12.30pm
This event is open to any person living in The Liverpool City Region.
Meet our Panel . . .

Georgia Flynn
Georgia is Head of Media at hi-impact – an award winning creative agency specialising in digital content. Georgia creates cutting edge content for companies across Europe and has a deep understanding of the creative process. Her role at hi-impact has developed over the past 6 years and she now runs the media department, ensuring a high quality of work is delivered to all clients such as Tommy Hilfiger, Liverpool FC, United Utilities, Corinthia Hotel and more. Georgia’s passion for marketing and social media is also reflected in her personal life where she spends time exploring gig photography, designing artwork and creating video content.

Olivia Hanlon
Olivia is the Founder and Managing Director of Girls in Marketing which is an online community platform that aims to help girls and women in the digital marketing industry to improve their skills and online presence through group support, resources, and events. Olivia is also a freelance SEO and content marketing specialist who works with various brands in the UK to create organic visibility online.

Enterprise Hub Presents: Understanding Tax & NI
2021-05-26 10:30 - 12:00
An introduction to tax and NI, and how to plan for Self-Assessment

Please book your place on this course via your business adviser. If you are not yet enrolled in the Enterprise Hub programme, please contact us .
Enterprise Hub Presents: Understanding Tax and National Insurance
Keep your business safe and learn to understand your National Insurance and Tax requirements.
The Women’s Organisation will guide you through how to register as a Sole Trader, how to pay HMRC, your legal requirements and the support tools available. Learn the basics of Tax and National Insurance and ensure your business is being run smoothly.
Having attended this session you will be able to calculate your Tax and NI payments and plan key dates for Self-Assessment.

**Zoom links will be sent out the working day before the session. If you haven’t received the link, please check your junk mail/spam. If you still haven’t received it, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk **
This course is open to WOMEN in Merseyside, and booking is essential. It will take place online , on Wednesday 26th May, 10.30am – 12.00pm.
Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Enterprise Hub Presents: The Business Start Up Conference
2021-05-25 11:00 - 12:30
This event will help you to understand the practicalities of starting your own business

Are you thinking of starting a business but wondering if it is possible in the current climate?
Are you looking for ways to build a new income for yourself and exploring self-employment as an option?
Do you have business ideas you’ve never yet looked into but think now could be the time to explore?

This event will help you to understand the practicalities of getting started as well as connecting you with entrepreneurs who have been there, done it and even re-adapted in the face of Covid 19.
This event is brought to you by The Women’s Organisation in partnership with BIPC Liverpool, as part of their Reset: Restart series, designed to help you transform, future-proof or grow your business through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. This event is part funded by European Regional Development Fund through our Enterprise Hub programme, offering FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region thinking of starting a business.
The event will take place on Zoom. Please register via Eventbrite and a zoom link and password will be sent to you before the event by email.
Enterprise Hub support is available to individuals looking to start a business within the Liverpool City Region, or businesses under 42 months looking to grow in the Liverpool City Region.
Meet our panel!
Nikki Cross – Founder of Thrive Life and Business

Nikki Cross is founder and CEO of Thrive Life and Business. Since working with the Women’s Organisation she has launched two key services – her 1:1 coaching for leaders and her membership Thrive Together. Nikki is also the host of The Inner Work Conversation – a podcast focusing on the real stuff that makes us tick, helping business owners, leaders and founders to level up in all aspects of their life & business. With 15 years experience in people development, and more specifically leadership development, Nikki’s aim is to with with the leader, on the leader to create a positive ripple in their life and in their business.
Nadia Greenwood-Ftouhi – Founder of Manira Palm

Nadia (Nads), is the founder of Manira Palm – The Home of Sustainable Tourism. An elegant eco villa, which endeavours to create lasting memories and enriching experiences for all. Nadia believes tourism creates opportunities for a sustainable future, therefore takes priority in helping people immerse in true Moroccan culture. It is through these authentic experiences, local charities and communities are supported in Marrakech.

Her mission is to protect the planet and the people we share it with.

In continuously striving to live her mission, Nadia is now developing the Manira Palm Movement – Sustainability for the Soul. Through yoga, mindfulness and moments for the self, she guides women to heal self limiting beliefs, believe in their power and achieve their potential.

Are you ready to embark on a tropical adventure, from the inside out?

Enterprise Hub Presents: Planning for Success - Business Planning Course
2021-05-24 10:30 - 2021-05-25 12:30
** In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak we have now redesigned our services to operate on a virtual basis**

Enterprise Hub Presents: Planning for Success – Business Planning Course – Online
This 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 really frightening, whether it is worrying about tax and finances or the daunting task of writing a business plan.
This course will focus on…
– Market Research – The essential starting point for any business
– Marketing – How to get the word out there about your business
– Finance – Building on skills that you already have and giving you tools and resources to keep your finances properly
**Zoom links will be sent out the working day before the session. If you haven’t received the link, please check your junk mail/spam. If you still haven’t received it, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk **
This course is open to WOMEN in Merseyside, and booking is essential. It will take place online in 2 parts, on Monday 24th and Tuesday 25th May, 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

One Hour To Sort Out Your Stress
2021-05-21 09:00 - 10:00
Feeling overwhelmed is a natural response. Learn how to manage stress and move forward.

This one hour course is to women and men in the Liverpool City Region who want to learn stress management techniques.
Starts: Friday 21st May, 9am -10am via Zoom
Over the session, you will cover:

The signs, symptoms, and causes of stress
What stops us from caring for ourselves?
Lifestyle changes
The ability to categorise reasons for stress
How to develop coping strategies

**Please read**
The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*
For more information or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk
This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

WoConnect - Boost Your Brand With Marketing!
2021-05-20 11:00 - 12:30
In this webinar, we will be joined by a panel of marketing experts who will be sharing tips to help you engage with new and existing clients

Whether you are thinking about launching your own business or already have an existing one, having a strategy in place to build your online presence is crucial.
There are lots of ways budding SME’s can get the word out about their product or service without breaking the bank.
In this webinar, we will be joined by a panel of marketing experts who will be sharing tips to help you engage with new and existing clients.
This panel event will cover:

Getting started with a digital marketing strategy
Digital marketing tools
Social media & Paid for Advertisements
Creative content

Meet the Panelists!
Roz Lloyd – Marketing Manager at Marketing Liverpool
Roz began her passion for marketing the city and promoting the economic benefits of combining business with culture in 2008 as part of the Liverpool’s European Capital of Culture year. Since then she has continued to work in destination marketing both locally and globally, with a personal highlight including working in Shanghai at the World Expo in 2010.

Following on from this unique experience Roz has worked on many of MarketingLiverpool’s sub-brands including Invest Liverpool, Club Liverpool, Liverpool Convention Bureau, MIPIM’s Team Liverpool, alongside working with city stakeholders such as Culture Liverpool, city region boroughs and The Business Festival team.

Christina McDermott – Founder of Cattington
Christina has over a decade’s experience of working in social media with some of the world’s best known brands. She established Cattington in 2017.

Her work has seen her create social media strategy, community management campaigns and branded content for Unilever’s portfolio of global food brands; including Knorr, Stork margarine, Flora, Wall’s ice cream and Magnum.
She has also worked on branded content and content strategy for Marks and Spencer, RADA and Jaguar USA among others and provided community management and influencer outreach services to Pottermore, General Mills, Reckitt Benckiser and Danone.
*This event is a Zoom webinar. We will email you a viewing link and password to access approximately one hour before the event starts.

WO ConnectThe Women’s Organisations WO Connect (formerly Business Club) is an exclusive women’s only networking group which is open to female business owners.
Membership is open to female business owners only and is per individual not per business. Additional staff members can be booked onto individual events as you go. Our events will mostly be held online or at our flagship building, 54 St James Street in Liverpool but members are welcome to join from anywhere.

How much does it cost?We don’t have a membership fee as such. All we ask is that you make a one-off donation to The Women’s Organisation charity. This donation will help towards the cost of running WO Connect and help us continue to deliver our support for women in business. The minimum donation is £25 and this instates you as a ‘member for life’ – that’s right, no annual renewal fees. We also welcome larger donations, just specify the amount when completing your membership form.

Digital Marketing - Level 3
2021-05-20 10:00 - 2021-06-03 12:00
This three week accredited training programme will equip you with everything you need to run a successful digital marketing campaign.

Looking to get to grips with digital marketing and learn how to put together a successful campaign?
Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 3 qualification!
About this training
We will get you to focus on a clear aim, identify your target audience and then select the best social media platforms to reach them.

What content should you use to attract the most attention?
Who can help you promote your campaign?
How can you measure your success?

This course will help with your plans to raise awareness, promote a service or raise funds.
The training will take place online via Zoom in 3 sessions, Thursday 20th, 27th May & 3rd June, 10.00am – 12:00pm.
Eligibility
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton), but please contact our team to check full eligibility requirements.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
National Insurance number card or letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Change It: Building Better Opportunities
2021-05-18 10:30 - 2021-06-08 12:30
This 4-week programme is open to anyone who is not in paid employment & living in Liverpool City Region who is looking to change their life.

**Please note this is a funded programme, so ensure you meet the eligibility criteria detailed below before booking**
This 4-week free programme is open to anyone who is currently not in paid employment and living in The Liverpool City Region, looking to change their life (see below for full eligibility criteria).
Starts: Tuesday 18th May and runs each following 4 Tuesday’s 10:30 am-12:30 pm via Zoom.
What is Change It Building Better Opportunities?
Week by week this programme will help you to build a toolkit of strategies that you can use to make the changes you want.
Programme outline:
Week 1: Tuesday 18th May – 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Starting with developing a positive mindset

How our thoughts can impact our feelings and behavior
Why do we have negative thoughts? Where do they come from?
Challenging negative thinking
Practical strategies: affirmations, gratitude, positive self-talk, mindfulness

Week 2: Tuesday 25th May – 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Looking at these behaviors, what is assertiveness, passive, passive-aggressiveness.

How assertive are you? What stops us from being assertive?
Practical strategies to start building our assertiveness
Learn how to ask for help, saying no, and accepting compliments.

Week 3: Tuesday 1st June – 10:30 am – 12: 30 pm
Money and mental health.

What is our money mindset is?
How our mindsets to money impact our financial resilience.
How to build a budget and trim our spending.
How saving can help us be financially resilient.
Looking at online shopping and how it can help us to save money
Using websites such as money advice service/benefits calculator
Staying safe when shopping online, recognizing scams and dodgy websites.

Week 4: Tuesday 8th June – 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
What goals do we have and how can we identify and set goals?

Looking at our strengths and skills
Identifying areas to improve, what opportunities are there for us
Practical strategies to start building our assertiveness
What threats can we identify that may prevent us from moving forward?
Understanding how to overcome barriers

Each of these sessions is interactive and offering real practical advice including short videos to watch, quizzes, discussions, and takeaway tools.
Eligibility
The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired) or not in paid employment.
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete an induction /registration form with you and collect 2 pieces of evidence of your eligibility, including:
Something to evidence your right to work in the UK such as a photo or scan of:

your passport
birth certificate
National Insurance Card for example

Something to evidence that you are not in paid employment at the moment, for example:

a letter from job centre / DWP/document from a government agency/ Screenshot from your online DWP account
a doctors letter
entitlement to state retirement pension letter
correspondence from an educational establishment if you are a student

Once the form is completed and all the evidence received, we will send you the link for joining the sessions.
If you don’t have the above-mentioned pieces of evidence at the moment but believe you are eligible, still register your interest here and our team can discuss this with you further at induction.
For more information or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk
Please note; There are limited places available and can be reserved via Eventbrite

Enterprise Hub Presents: Building a Social Media Strategy
2021-05-18 10:30 - 2021-05-19 12:00
An introduction to social media and how to use it for your business!

Please book your place on this course via your business adviser. If you are not yet enrolled in the Enterprise Hub programme, please contact us .
Enterprise Hub Presents: Building a Social Media Strategy
Learn about the different social media tools that are available for your business. Blogging, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn – Which platform is best for your business?
About the event
This informative 2-part online course will guide you through the different platforms, explore time saving techniques and look at a social media marketing strategy to market your business in a cost effective and efficient way.
This course will help you to firmly establish your brand online and by the end of the day you will have been shown tools to create an online presence at no cost.
**Zoom links will be sent out the working day before the session. If you haven’t received the link, please check your junk mail/spam. If you still haven’t received it, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk **
This course is open to WOMEN in Merseyside, and booking is essential. It will take place online in 2 parts, on Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th May, 10.30am – 12.00pm.
Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Enterprise Hub Presents: Basic Bookkeeping
2021-05-17 10:30 - 12:00
An introduction to bookkeeping and how to use it for your business!

Please book your place on this course via your business adviser. If you are not yet enrolled in the Enterprise Hub programme, please contact us .
Enterprise Hub Presents: Basic Bookkeeping
Basic Bookkeeping will improve and enhance your bookkeeping skills for running your own business. Through simple techniques you will learn how to manage your business finances.
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! We can help you with hands-on practice and give you lots of resources that will guide you through basic bookkeeping.
**Zoom links will be sent out the working day before the session. If you haven’t received the link, please check your junk mail/spam. If you still haven’t received it, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk **
This course is open to WOMEN in Merseyside, and booking is essential. It will take place online on Monday 17th May, 10.30am – 12.00pm.
Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Change It - Building Better Opportunities
2021-05-14 10:30 - 2021-06-04 12:30
This 4-week programme is open to anyone who is not in paid employment & living in Liverpool City Region who is looking to change their life.

**Please note this is a funded programme, so ensure you meet the eligibility criteria detailed below before booking**
This 4-week free programme is open to anyone who is currently not in paid employment and living in The Liverpool City Region, looking to change their life (see below for full eligibility criteria).
Starts: Friday 14th May and runs each following 4 Friday’s 10:30 am-12:30 pm via Zoom.
What is Change It Building Better Opportunities?
Week by week this programme will help you to build a toolkit of strategies that you can use to make the changes you want.
Programme outline:
Week 1: Friday 14th May- 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Starting with developing a positive mindset

How our thoughts can impact our feelings and behavior
Why do we have negative thoughts? Where do they come from?
Challenging negative thinking
Practical strategies: affirmations, gratitude, positive self-talk, mindfulness

Week 2:Friday 21st May- 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Looking at these behaviors, what are assertiveness, passive, passive-aggressiveness.

How assertive are you? What stops us from being assertive?
Practical strategies to start building our assertiveness
Learn how to ask for help, saying no, and accepting compliments.

Week 3: Friday 28th May- 10:30 am – 12: 30 pm
Money and mental health.

What is our money mindset is?
How our mindsets to money impact our financial resilience.
How to build a budget and trim our spending.
How saving can help us be financially resilient.
Looking at online shopping and how it can help us to save money
Using websites such as money advice service/benefits calculator
Staying safe when shopping online, recognizing scams and dodgy websites.

Week 4: Friday 4th June- 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
What goals do we have and how can we identify and set goals?

Looking at our strengths and skills
Identifying areas to improve, what opportunities are there for us
Practical strategies to start building our assertiveness
What threats can we identify that may prevent us from moving forward?
Understanding how to overcome barriers

Each of these sessions is interactive and offering real practical advice including short videos to watch, quizzes, discussions, and takeaway tools.
Eligibility
The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).
*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*
For more information about eligibility or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk
Please note; There are limited places available and can be reserved via Eventbrite
This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

Change It - Building Better Opportunities
2021-05-14 10:30 - 2021-06-04 12:30
This 4-week programme is open to anyone who is not in paid employment & living in Liverpool City Region who is looking to change their life.

**Please note this is a funded programme, so ensure you meet the eligibility criteria detailed below before booking**
This 4-week free programme is open to anyone who is currently not in paid employment and living in The Liverpool City Region, looking to change their life (see below for full eligibility criteria).
Starts: Friday 14th May and runs each following 4 Friday’s 10:30 am-12:30 pm via Zoom.
What is Change It Building Better Opportunities?
Week by week this programme will help you to build a toolkit of strategies that you can use to make the changes you want.
Programme outline:
Week 1: Friday 14th May- 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Starting with developing a positive mindset

How our thoughts can impact our feelings and behavior
Why do we have negative thoughts? Where do they come from?
Challenging negative thinking
Practical strategies: affirmations, gratitude, positive self-talk, mindfulness

Week 2:Friday 21st May- 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Looking at these behaviors, what are assertiveness, passive, passive-aggressiveness.

How assertive are you? What stops us from being assertive?
Practical strategies to start building our assertiveness
Learn how to ask for help, saying no, and accepting compliments.

Week 3: Friday 28th May- 10:30 am – 12: 30 pm
Money and mental health.

What is our money mindset is?
How our mindsets to money impact our financial resilience.
How to build a budget and trim our spending.
How saving can help us be financially resilient.
Looking at online shopping and how it can help us to save money
Using websites such as money advice service/benefits calculator
Staying safe when shopping online, recognizing scams and dodgy websites.

Week 4: Friday 4th June- 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
What goals do we have and how can we identify and set goals?

Looking at our strengths and skills
Identifying areas to improve, what opportunities are there for us
Practical strategies to start building our assertiveness
What threats can we identify that may prevent us from moving forward?
Understanding how to overcome barriers

Each of these sessions is interactive and offering real practical advice including short videos to watch, quizzes, discussions, and takeaway tools.
Eligibility
The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete an induction /registration form with you and collect 2 pieces of evidence of your eligibility, including:
Something to evidence your right to work in the UK such as a photo or scan of:

your passport
birth certificate
National Insurance Card for example

Something to evidence that you are not in paid employment at the moment, for example:

a letter from job centre / DWP/document from a government agency/ Screenshot from your online DWP account
a doctors letter
entitlement to state retirement pension letter
correspondence from an educational establishment if you are a student

Once the form is completed and all the evidence received, we will send you the link for joining the sessions.
If you don’t have the above-mentioned pieces of evidence at the moment but believe you are eligible, still register your interest here and our team can discuss this with you further at induction.
For more information or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk
Please note; There are limited places available and can be reserved via Eventbrite

One Hour To Activate Your Assertiveness
2021-05-14 09:00 - 10:00
This one hour course will give you the tools and strategies you need to become more assertive!

This one hour course is to women and men in the Liverpool City Region who want to learn how to become more assertive.
Starts: Friday 14th April, 9am -10am via Zoom
Over the session, you will cover:

Why are some people better at being assertive?
Find out the secrets of assertive people and their key techniques.

**Please read**
Eligibility

The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).

*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*

For more information or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk

This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

Digital Marketing - Level 3
2021-05-13 10:00 - 2021-05-27 12:00
This three week accredited training programme will equip you with everything you need to run a successful digital marketing campaign.

Looking to get to grips with digital marketing and learn how to put together a successful campaign?
Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 3 qualification!
About this training
We will get you to focus on a clear aim, identify your target audience and then select the best social media platforms to reach them.

What content should you use to attract the most attention?
Who can help you promote your campaign?
How can you measure your success?

This course will help with your plans to raise awareness, promote a service or raise funds.
The training will take place online via Zoom in 3 sessions, Tuesday 13th, 20th & 27th May, 10.00am – 12:00pm.
Eligibility
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton), but please contact our team to check full eligibility requirements.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
National Insurance number card or letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Reflect and Select: Planning your next step
2021-05-13 10:00 - 2021-05-20 13:00
This two-day course will help you to reflect on your past career history, and help you to select your next step.

This course is open to men and women in The Liverpool City Region who are not in paid employment and are looking for support as they plan the next step in their career.
Are you ready for the next step in your career – but don’t know where to start?
Business experts from The Women’s organisation can give you the support you need to reflect on your past career history, and then help you to select the right path for your future.
Across two days our three-hour training sessions will give you the skills and guidance you need to make a new start. (Course outline and dates below.)

Thursday 13th May 10am – 1pm.
Day 1 – Reflect
Reflecting on past career history whilst interweaving confidence building.

Why we fear change – we will look at the science of the brain and consider why doubt and ambivalence are prevalent in our career/life changes.

Identifying Achievements – focussing on all the amazing things we have achieved and recognising that we haven’t just “done” a job.

Transferable skills – identifying what skills we take with us on our career journey and how they may fit into an industry that we have never worked in before.

Identifying strengths – over the two days we will complete a SWOT analysis, on day one we will consider our strengths.

Thursday 20th May 10am – 1pm.
Day 2 – Select
Selecting the right path/what next.

Job search – we reveal the hidden job market and share job searching hints and tips.

Budgeting – we consider budgeting for the new job, such as ‘how will I get to work/what is it going to cost?’.

Marketing yourself – how can we proactively market ourselves via LinkedIn, creating a network of business contacts.

Action plan – Each attendee will complete the sessions with an action plan containing achievable goals

Eligibility
The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a student, homemaker, taking a career break or retired).
*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*
For more information about eligibility or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk
Please note; There are limited places available and can be reserved via Eventbrite
This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

Suicide Awareness
2021-05-13 10:00 - 12:00
A single session to look at the issues surrounding suicide and tools to help you support friends, clients and colleagues.

It isn’t a conversation anyone wants , but it could be one of the most important conversation you ever have.
Introducing this new training session focusing on suicide awareness, funded through the European Social Fund.
About this training
This session will look at the issues surrounding suicide, with a focus on local data and local support.
After this session, you will:

Know how to support a colleague, client or friend
Feel confident to talk about suicide and address any myths and stigmas
Know how to ask the right questions and address emergency procedures and signposting

This course will help you look after yourself and look out for others.
The training will take place online via Zoom on Thursday 13th May, 10.00am – 12:00pm.
Eligibility
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) but please contact our team to check full eligibility.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
National Insurance number card or letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Unconscious Bias - Level 2
2021-05-12 10:00 - 2021-05-26 12:00
This three week accredited training programme will look at how unconscious bias shapes the world around us and how we can tackle it.

How does unconscious bias shape our perspectives, and how can we challenge it in our everyday life?
Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 2 qualification!
About this training
Over three sessions, we look at where unconscious bias comes from and how it shapes the world around us.

Reflect on personal biases and learn about ways to challenge and change the way you think.
Why do we tend to prefer people who are like us?
What leads to stereotyping and how do we reinforce stereotypes without realising?
Why are some people constantly overlooked and excluded?
Crucially, what can we do about it?

These 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.
This course includes useful strategies for personal development and for making your work-place more inclusive and diverse and is a great foundation for future Equality Training.
The training will take place online via Zoom in 3 sessions, Wednesday 12th, 19th & 16th May, 10.00am – 12:00pm.
Eligibility
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) but please contact our team to check full eligibility.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
National Insurance number card or letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Enterprise Hub Presents: The Business Start Up Conference
2021-05-11 11:00 - 12:30
This event will help you to understand the practicalities of starting your own business

Are you thinking of starting a business but wondering if it is possible in the current climate?
Are you looking for ways to build a new income for yourself and exploring self-employment as an option?
Do you have business ideas you’ve never yet looked into but think now could be the time to explore?

This event will help you to understand the practicalities of getting started as well as connecting you with entrepreneurs who have been there, done it and even re-adapted in the face of Covid 19.
Led by The Women’s Organisation in partnership with BIPC Liverpool this event is part of our Enterprise Hub programme, part funded by European Regional Development Fund and offering FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region thinking of starting a business.
The event will take place on zoom. Please register via Eventbrite and a zoom link and password will be sent to you before the event by email.
Enterprise Hub support is available to individuals looking to start a business within the Liverpool City Region, or businesses under 42 months looking to grow in the Liverpool City Region.
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