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Support Positive Mental Health in Young People
With the Coronavirus pandemic exacerbating an already alarming mental health crisis in young people, supporting the mental wellbeing of those you work with has never been more critical than it is today. In this four-part course, you will learn how to better understand the needs of the young people you are working with, create a […]
Creative Consultation with Young People, Artswork
This online course will help you to develop an understanding of person-centred consultation. About this Event ‘I thoroughly enjoyed the day and the networking opportunity. I will take these ideas back to the workplace and share them with the staff team.’ (Course Participant, 2018) If it’s for them, work with them! Ensure your projects for […]
4 events,
Artswork – Child Protection and Safeguarding in the Arts and Cultural Sectors
About this Event ‘The trainer made the topic engaging and relevant - I have been on other courses for similar purposes that were far, far less engaging or helpful.’ (Course Participant 2019) Of benefit to individuals and organisations looking to update their understanding of child protection legislation and best practice, this course provides a full […]
Child Protection & Safeguarding for Arts & Cultural Sectors
Child Protection & Safeguarding for Arts & Cultural Sectors
Of benefit to individuals and organisations looking to update their understanding of child protection legislation and best practice, this course provides a full update on current child protection legislation, including Categories of Abuse, the Disclosure and Barring service, Duty to Refer and Working Together. The day will provide in-depth practical advice to help you develop […]
3 events,
Coronavirus Conversations: Learning and Engagement Manifesto
Coronavirus Conversations: Learning and Engagement Manifesto
The first in a series of three webinars scheduled for 2021 that will examine key aspects of the Museums Association’s manifesto for museum learning and engagement. Join David Anderson, Director, Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales, in a panel discussion about the first two headers of the manifesto – cultural rights and cultural democracy, and […]
3 events,
Project Management for the Arts & Cultural Sector
About this Event Whether you are developing a funding application or are at the point of initiating a funded project, this workshop will leave you fully equipped and inspired to deliver your own arts and cultural projects. Our expert trainer will support you to consider the different elements needed to deliver a successful project, including […]
GEM North West- Online Coffee and Chat
GEM North West- Online Coffee and Chat
Join us for an online coffee and chat. Whether you are working or volunteering in a heritage sector, interested in museum learning, a GEM member or not, you are all welcome. Our Coffee and Chat event is a chance for networking and sharing ideas and concerns for 2021. GEM North West Reps will also be […]
3 events,
GEM East of England: Wellbeing and Mindfulness Training
GEM East of England: Wellbeing and Mindfulness Training
Miranda Ellis is a Transformational Life Coach and Therapist, specialising in helping people get clarity to achieve their true potential. She is passionate about mental health and wellbeing. Miranda also has a background in museum development, including freelance consultancy in the museums and heritage sector. Miranda will talk about the impact of 2020 and the […]
3 events,
Online Safeguarding for the Arts and Cultural Sector
Online Safeguarding for the Arts and Cultural Sector
This one hour webinar will help you identify and consider the risks and areas of concern that you might encounter with online delivery. As organisations adjust to the current climate and move programmes and activities to online delivery, they may find themselves needing new approaches and guidance around safeguarding children and young people. This one […]
Case Studies Live: Preparing for Pride, LGBTQIA+ Learning and Engagement
Case Studies Live: Preparing for Pride, LGBTQIA+ Learning and Engagement
Creating Queer Learning Programming: Our first speaker is Claire Mead. Claire will speaking about her work on Anne Lister Online: Digital engagement around historical lesbians . Exploring the question "How can we create new engaging digital content linked to lesbian historical figures within museums and heritage? " Claire will speak about her digital engagement work […]
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GEM North East Natter: Focus on the Future
GEM North East Natter: Focus on the Future
FREE event for members and non-members Join GEM North East for an informal online natter to talk about how we are getting our museums and education programs ready for the return of visitors. We will help each other through the challenges of thinking about on-site delivery after such a long time away and share our […]
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Space for Learning: Future-proofing learning services
Space for Learning: Future-proofing learning services
How do learning services in museums, galleries, heritage and performing arts sites plan for the next year and beyond? About this Event This workshop will include speakers who will discuss and offer their solutions to the following questions: How do learning services in museums, galleries, heritage and performing arts sites plan for the next year […]
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Behaviour Management with Young People in the Arts & Cultural Sector
This is essential training for anyone working directly with young people. Undertaking practical workshops and activities requires a broad understanding of youth culture and the issues surrounding young people’s lives. There are added pressures of working directly with young people at risk, one of which is having the skills, knowledge and experience to be able […]
2 events,
Running virtual work-based programmes for young people
Running virtual work-based programmes for young people
With COVID-19 uncertainty continuing to affect how we work with young people, how can museums bring their work-based programmes online? In this virtual training session, we will explore a range of approaches to developing virtual work-based programmes for young people, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will: gain practical ideas from […]
6 events,
GEM Event: Decolonising the Curriculum & Museum Learning
GEM Event: Decolonising the Curriculum & Museum Learning
Over the last few months, we have had a few conversations with teachers that have begun thus… ‘Hello, Leeds Museums and Galleries, what resources have you got for a Windrush topic? We thought we would add that in to diversify our curriculum…’ Have you had those conversations too? How have you reacted? It didn’t sit […]
Creating Environments that Promote Wellbeing
Creating Environments that Promote Wellbeing
This interactive session will explore what Wellbeing is, why it is important and the tools to promote wellness in your community and spaces. 2020 was a challenging year with individuals and organisations having to cope with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on all aspects of life. With so much change and uncertainty, plans and […]
Webinar: Innovating your approach to online audience engagement.
Webinar: Innovating your approach to online audience engagement.
In an age of periodic lockdowns, we need to find innovative and creative ways to engage and grow our audiences. Many arts & heritage organisations have some sort of digital collection, how can these assets be repurposed to meet today’s challenges? You will learn from our 3 specialists about the opportunities available for interpretation teams, […]
3 events,
Mentoring: The Next Creative Generation
Effective mentors can offer unbiased, vital formal and informal support to young people to nurture growth and raise aspirations. This course outlines the role of the mentor, and the necessary skills to build productive mentee-mentor relationships. Learn how to guide young people to self-reflect, identifying both their strengths and areas for development, set goals and […]
Arts Award London Network Meeting
Arts Award London Network Meeting
Our Arts Award London Network meetings offer a space for networking, new ideas and nurturing creativity. There will be support and signposting provided on training and delivering Arts Award at all levels, along with workshops to consider how to effectively embed Arts Award into current and future projects and models of working. We are excited […]