Learning and events

Explore practical learning opportunities, events and workshops designed to strengthen organisations and support thriving communities across North Yorkshire.

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Need guidance on running your charity or group in North Yorkshire?

Do you want practical guidance on how to keep your organisation safe or how to promote it to the local community? Our training covers everything from governance to how to submit a winning funding application and getting to grips with social media.

Want to stay well connected?

Why not join one of our networks and come along to our meetings.

We have networks for people involved with running community buildings, people who support volunteers, staff and volunteers interested in community finance, and organisations that want to boost their traded income.

If you have any questions about any of our training or events, or have a suggestion for future training, get in touch by emailing info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk.

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Bespoke training

We can also provide bespoke training for your organisation. This is charged at a commercial rate.

For more information on our bespoke training offer, please fill in an enquiry form or give us a call on 01904 704177.

Our courses and programmes

Our networks and forums

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Finance forum

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Community business network

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Volunteer coordinators network

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Community buildings network

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VCSE voices

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Age friendly network