The workshops are a series of themed monthly events which take place in a selection of community centres, halls and local venues throughout Great Yarmouth.
The workshops are informal, structured, friendly and fun.

The sessions are inclusive and open to all people living in the Borough who want to develop their skills in community work, set up activities and groups and generally get involved with local issues.
The ages of those attending ranges from 13 to 75 plus.

If you would like a schedule of events or an invitation to future workshops please contact Christine Chalmers, the Training and Development Coordinator - 01493 656372.

Facilitated by professional trainers and community workers the workshops are practical, participatory and informative.
Learners get a real chance to put their learning into practice and share their experience with others and have some fun!

The workshops have provided opportunities for:

• Networking and sharing resources
• Strengthening, supporting and developing community activities, community partnerships and community empowerment
• Raising the aspirations and expectations of local people
• Increasing the confidence of individuals to become community representatives within the Local Strategic Partnership
• Accessing continued training and development in community work skills
• Accessing community grants and development support
• Designing programmes and workshops to meet local needs
• Sharing good practices and encouraging grass roots working