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Dumfries Community Choir

dumfries community choir

Dumfries

We’re one of the biggest community platform in the South of Scotland, and we work with our partners to use culture as means to improve the lives of our community who are experiencing high levels of social and rural isolation. As a unique social co-operative, we have over 170 voluntary members who contribute to our social model through volunteering, sponsorship or advocacy. Anyone can join our membership organisation. We have just taken over the Loreburn Hall in the centre of Dumfries which is a temporary cultural space, including an 80 seat cinema, 50 seat cabaret lounge, 50 seat black box theatre and a main hall with a capacity of 1200 Our work takes place in schools, residential homes, cafes, car parks, swimming pools and in all sorts of locations throughout our region. We believe that there are barriers that prevent members of our community taking part in culture and we do everything we can to deliver socially driven projects that help to improve the cultural health of our region through our seasons of projects which aim to increase resilience by connecting our community through our cultural programmes and services. Our signature projects include a diverse range of community arts based programmes and iconic place-making projects including our annual winter festival, Carlisle Fringe, Dumfries Carnival, Le Haggis, High Tea, Queer Haggis, Dumfries Youth Theatre, Dumfries Community Choir and Producers of the Future. Every year we deliver more than 300 shows across our festival programmes, as well as weekly community arts sessions to over 100 participants, creative industry training for emerging artists and the sector across Dumfries & Galloway, and traineeships in producing across our major projects. Our cultural skills development programme is one of the largest of its kind in the UK. At the centre of our work is the belief that we can use culture to connect people, we advocate that culture is good for our wellbeing and health, and that art is a form of human expression and creativity. Our network of over 100 associate artists and producers includes performance makers, producers, artists and collaborators who believe in the power of social change.

Bristol Advanced Motorcyclists

bristol advanced motorcyclists

London

We are an independent motorcycle training organisation affiliated to IAM RoadSmart. We are also an active, friendly and welcoming riders’ club. ABOUT BRISTOL ADVANCED MOTORCYCLISTS Official provider of IAM RoadSmart training in Bristol. Although we are affiliated to the IAM RoadSmart organisation, and an official provider of the RoadSmart programme, Bristol Advanced Motorcyclists is a separate organisation, with charitable status. And whilst one of our primary purposes as an organisation is to provide a coordinated training programme to motorcyclists in Bristol and the west country region, the club is also an active social hub for riders. Participation in the club’s activities isn’t mandatory, but it’s a great way to meet other like-minded riders and to continue developing your skills. Once you’ve gained sufficient experience you may even wish to progress to becoming an IAM RoadSmart Observer yourself, and of course we can guide you towards that achievement too. In addition to the monthly Super Sunday events we also arrange group ride-outs, more extended trips both in the UK and Europe, talks and other social activities. See our News & Events page for more details. Bristol blood bikes There is a close association between BAM and Freewheelers, the charitable organisation that operates the Bristol and south west region Emergency Voluntary Service (commonly known as the ‘Blood Bikes’). All of their volunteer riders must be qualified to Advanced standard and many of these have been trained by the BAM group. You can learn more about Freewheelers here: www.freewheelers.org.uk About the IAM The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) is a national charity organisation, established in 1956, dedicated to increasing road safety by improving driving standards. Both the organisation and the training programme is now known as IAM RoadSmart. RoadSmart is a national training programme for drivers and riders aimed at developing their observation and control skills. The RoadSmart training programme is delivered at regional level by volunteer groups, such as Bristol Advanced Motorcyclists (BAM), who are a designated ‘Official Provider’. All Observers are accredited by IAM RoadSmart. When you begin your training you become an Associate member. Full membership of the IAM is awarded upon successfully achieving the Advanced standard. Once this standard is achieved there are no further testing stages (unless you opt to train to be an Observer) and you become a full, lifetime member of the IAM, subject to an annual renewal fee (currently £42 per year).

azure trainings

azure trainings

In the fast-paced world of technology, cloud computing skills are increasingly essential. Microsoft Azure, a leading cloud platform, offers a vast array of services that empower organizations to build, deploy, and manage applications efficiently. For IT professionals aiming to advance their careers, optimize their company's IT infrastructure, or keep up with the latest industry trends, Azure training is a critical investment. WHY CHOOSE AZURE? Azure stands out among cloud platforms for several reasons: 1. Scalability and Flexibility: Azure's infrastructure can scale to match your workload, providing cost-efficiency and flexibility. 2. Security: Azure boasts top-tier security measures and compliance certifications, ensuring robust protection for your data and applications. 3. Global Reach: Azure’s global network of data centers ensures high availability and low latency. 4. Comprehensive Services: From virtual machines to advanced AI and machine learning, Azure offers a wide range of services to meet diverse business needs. 5. Seamless Integration: Azure integrates smoothly with other Microsoft products, creating a cohesive ecosystem for businesses. THE IMPORTANCE OF AZURE TRAINING Azure training equips you with the skills and knowledge to effectively leverage Azure services. Key benefits include: 1. Career Advancement: Cloud computing expertise is in high demand, and Azure certification can enhance job prospects and earning potential. 2. Operational Efficiency: Proficiency in Azure allows you to optimize your organization’s cloud infrastructure, leading to cost savings and improved performance. 3. Driving Innovation: Azure training enables you to harness cutting-edge technologies like AI, machine learning, and IoT, fostering innovation. 4. Enhanced Security and Compliance: Proper training ensures you can implement Azure's security features effectively, maintaining compliance with industry standards. KEY COMPONENTS OF AZURE TRAINING Azure training covers a wide range of topics and expertise levels. Here are the essential components: 1. FUNDAMENTALS Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900): Ideal for beginners, this entry-level certification covers the basics of cloud computing and introduces Azure services, pricing, and support. Key topics include: * Core Azure services (compute, networking, storage, and databases) * Basic cloud concepts (public, private, and hybrid cloud) * Azure pricing and support plans * Security, compliance, and trust in Azure 2. ASSOCIATE LEVEL Azure Administrator (AZ-104): Designed for professionals responsible for managing Azure subscriptions, implementing storage solutions, and managing virtual networks. Key topics include: * Managing Azure identities and governance * Implementing and managing storage * Deploying and managing Azure compute resources * Configuring and managing virtual networking * Monitoring and maintaining Azure resources Azure Developer (AZ-204): This certification focuses on designing, building, testing, and maintaining cloud applications and services on Azure. Key topics include: * Developing Azure compute solutions * Developing for Azure storage * Implementing Azure security * Monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing Azure solutions * Connecting to and consuming Azure services and third-party services 3. EXPERT LEVEL Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305): For experienced IT professionals who design solutions on Azure, this certification covers advanced topics such as: * Designing for identity and security * Designing a data platform solution * Designing for deployment, migration, and integration * Designing an infrastructure strategy Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400): Targeting professionals who combine people, processes, and technologies to deliver continuous value, this certification covers: * Designing a DevOps strategy * Implementing DevOps development processes * Implementing continuous integration and delivery * Implementing dependency management * Implementing application infrastructure * Implementing continuous feedback HANDS-ON LABS AND REAL-WORLD PROJECTS Azure training programs often include hands-on labs and real-world projects to reinforce theoretical knowledge and gain practical experience. Through these components, you can: * Deploy and manage virtual machines * Configure and manage Azure networking * Implement and manage Azure storage solutions * Develop and deploy Azure applications * Automate tasks using Azure DevOps and other tools CERTIFICATION PATHWAYS Azure certifications are structured to provide a clear learning path. Starting with fundamentals, you can progress to associate and expert levels, aligning your training with your career goals. Each certification requires passing specific exams, and Microsoft offers a wealth of resources to help you prepare, including: * Official Microsoft learning paths * Instructor-led training courses * Practice exams * Online tutorials and documentation STAYING UPDATED Azure is a constantly evolving platform with frequent updates and new services. To stay current, consider the following: * Regularly review Azure updates and release notes * Participate in Azure webinars and online communities * Subscribe to Azure blogs and newsletters * Engage in continuous learning through advanced courses and certifications CONCLUSION Azure training is a valuable investment in your professional development. Whether you are an aspiring IT professional, a seasoned administrator, or a developer seeking to expand your skill set, Azure offers numerous opportunities to grow and innovate. By obtaining Azure certifications and gaining hands-on experience, you can position yourself as a cloud expert and drive significant value within your organization. Begin your Azure training journey today and unlock the full potential of cloud computing!

Future Path Life Coaching

future path life coaching

Being a Mum is a constant assault on all your senses – physically and mentally demanding from the very start to the very end of each day. To see our families work well, we need to be operating at our very best, feeling energised and equipped to flourish. My name is Jackie Meek and I am a qualified Life Coach. I love meeting new people and helping Mums to respond to life’s challenges with a positive rather than negative mindset. I am passionate about the impact coaching conversations can have, helping mums to build healthy family foundations and home environments. I am committed to enabling Mums to function to the best of their ability and seeing them thrive as powerful leaders in their family units. I love being a Mum, but it has come with its challenges. I have two precious children, born in 2008 and 2010, but I have a difficult birthing story, including experiencing giving birth extremely prematurely, the loss of a baby and I have also experienced post-partum psychosis and post-natal depression. My career, starting in 1990, has spanned a variety of commercial and not for profit organisations, primarily working in recruitment, HR, administration and finance. In 2014, once both my children were both at school, I undertook a series of life coaching sessions which resulted in a dramatic improvement in the quality of my relationship with my husband – and it was me who changed, not him! My life coaching sessions were inspiring and empowering and left me feeling energised and equipped to flourish in my role as a mother, wife, daughter and friend. I decided to build on my people skills, developed over the last 25+ years, by training to become a qualified life coach and undertook a course with Full Circle Development in London. I qualified in March 2016 with a Certificate in Professional Coaching Practice and I am an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation. I love the privilege of having personal conversations with my clients and enabling sustainable change to take place. Spending quality time with my family is a high priority for me and as a family we love to ride off-road motorbikes and go motor racing together. In my spare time I enjoy horse riding and you’ll find me at my happiest surrounded by my family and friends. I love being organised and creative and running Future Path Life Coaching ticks those boxes. I am good at building relationships quickly and am open, friendly, calm and confident.

Mindful Training

mindful training

London

Our own mental health challenges and those around us has helped us all come together to create a team that is right for your needs. We are a group of individuals who gravitated towards each other over the course of a number of years as we recognised we had similar values, goals and motivations, the main one being ‘helping others’. Whether you are a large corporate, an SME or one person looking for the light, we are here to help. We have over 35 years experience in the fields of Mental Health, Wellbeing, Psychology and Corporate Training. Sean Heneghan is a Chartered Organisational Psychologist and accredited coach. His belief is that each person has the potential to perform at a higher level within their current working delivery, but they are often unaware of their real potential. The most useful training is often as much about enabling individuals to grasp new opportunities to play to their strengths, as it is about helping them to become more aware of ‘new thinking’ that is sometimes necessary to help them challenge areas that they were previously unaware of. He has a passionate belief in people’s ability to learn and change and this comes across in his enthusiastic, trusting and empathetic style. Sean Liddell is an accredited MHFA (Mental Health First Aid) Suicide First Aid (City & Guilds) and Mindfulness practitioner and coach. A naturally empathic motivator, Sean utilises his coaching skills and conversations to challenge and embed learning to effect positive behavioural change. He has helped hospitals within the NHS, school teachers and students, university lecturing staff as well as other organisations experience the benefits of Mindfulness. He has also mentored young leaders from the commonwealth through the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust. He spent twenty years in a corporate role as an Associate Director for Lloyds and HSBC where he developed his leadership skills in sales, marketing, and communications. He was also appointed an official mentor to the Queen’s Young Leaders (QYL) mentoring 2 future leaders from St Kitts and Nevis and Grenada in the Commonwealth. The QYL was established through The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust, in partnership with Comic Relief and The Royal Commonwealth Society as well as speaking at international conferences. Feedback from a recent MHFA course: “If I could have gone higher than 10, I would have, Sean was fantastic in the way the course was presented. The way in which he addressed the topics made many of the attendees so comfortable that even I spoke about things that I did not think I would be able to discuss due to the relaxed tone and area we were in.”

Optimise Leadership Solutions

optimise leadership solutions

London

As a former primary Head Teacher of three substantive posts and one interim headship, I now enjoy my role in providing independent consultancy support and challenge to leaders at all levels in a wide range of context. I am former School Improvement Partner (SIP) across four Local Authority areas, Ofsted and Diocesan Inspector. I am an accedited and experienced leadership coach and employ a coaching approach to much of my work with the school leaders. I have trained many leaders to become effective coaches and facilitated the implementation of a coaching culture in a number of schools. I continue to facilitate and lead the review of Head Teachers’ performance since its introduction in 2001, across many part of the country. I am tuned into the needs of governors with regard to this and offer training to governors who are new to the process. I have assisted the development of governing bodies in many areas of governance. NICKI BELL Former Head Teacher I first became a Head Teacher in January 1995 and was substantive Head Teacher of three schools and an interim Head Teacher of a fourth. Between my last two headships I worked for four years for a national training company in Cambridge that was, at that time, an affiliated centre for the National College. I was responsible for rolling out a number of a national programmes in the East region, including Leading from the Middle. I retired from headship in 2016. My final school was a three-form entry Infant and Nursery School in Birmingham judged by Ofsted to be an outstanding school. We were federated to our adjoining Junior school which was the lead school in a Teaching School Alliance, (TSA) and I was heavily involved in the CPD element of this. My career has offered lots of opportunities to do exciting things. I was a seconded National College Associate for four years supporting school leadership in the West Midlands. I have been lucky enough to write and deliver leadership training in many different places, the two most distant being in the Middle East and China. I now have two roles. I am Director of Primary Education for a Trust for 40% of my time and the rest of my working life is freelance, frequently working with Alistair. We write and deliver training for leaders, at all levels, in primary schools and develop resources to support head teachers with many of the bureaucratic tasks of headship. Alongside this I do a lot of 1-1 support of schools, acting as an Improvement Partner, supporting HT performance management and providing CPD.