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Inspiring Inclusion Conference 2013

Date: Wednesday 24 April 2013

Time: 9.15am – 4.30pm

Where: The Hampshire Court Hotel, BasingstokeWho is it for? The Inspiring Inclusion Conference is for mainstream and specialist recreation and leisure activity providers in Hampshire, both managers and front line staff; including reception staff, tutors, instructors, rangers, coaches, librarians, assistants and more.

The conference will:

4 Provide professional training and development4 Increase understanding of the potential barriers faced by disabled children, young people and their families4 Challenge attitudes and beliefs about disability4 Build skills and confidence4 Offer practical ideas and solutions4 Create new partnerships

Working together to make Hampshire even more inclusive

Part of Hampshire’s Short Breaks programme www.hants.gov.uk/shortbreaks

£40/person See the booking form for concessions and group discountsLimited places – book now!

Rob Long Rob is committed to developing an understanding of children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. His training events are renowned for their dynamic approach, sharing the commitment and enthusiasm he has in his subject. www.roblong.co.uk

“Rob has a really accessible style of presenting which means that everyone in the room, whatever their level of experience, will get something out of the session. Whenever I’ve heard him present I’ve always come away inspired”. “Could do with having Rob Long bottled so that he could be got out for further inspiration at difficultmoments.”

Geoff Holt Better known for his record-breaking sailing exploits, Geoff spent 20 years as Head of Marketing & Communications for an international firm of accountants, skills he later used to establish his own, high-profile sailing activities. He is a Deputy Lieutenant of Hampshire and in 2010 was awarded the MBE for Services to Disabled Sailing. www.geoffholt.com

“Geoff’s talk was impressive and entertaining. He is truly an inspiration.” “Geoff you are amazing with what you have achieved with your life. You clearly demonstrated that there really are “no excuses” and that we can achieve so, so much more.” Iain Speed Iain has been working in the Disability Sector for 15 years. His core ethos is to provide the tools that will increase an organisation’s delivery of disabled customer service by removing physical barriers and assumptions. Iain enables organisations and delegates to learn by encouraging them to look at issues currently preventing good customer service for disabled customers. www.allinclusivecic.com

“Iain’s training challenges people, in a friendly way, to think about their own perceptions of disabled people. Really enlightening.” “I found Iain very inspirational.”

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This will be an inspiring day that provides the opportunity to learn, laugh and meet with others working to become even more inclusive for all.

Inspiring Workshops

The problem is the problem not the child – Rob LongThis workshop will use case studies to develop a user-friendly toolbox to tackle challenges and remove barriers.

Positive psychology, resilience and wellbeing – Rob LongOur children and young people cope with many stresses. How can we strengthen their self-esteem and help them value who they are? Help them achieve their unique potential? This workshop will consider Tips, Tactics and Techniques.

A long term solution to the right terminology - Iain SpeedTake the stress out of using the right terminology within publicity material and everyday language;• Lose the fear of feeling as if you are saying the wrong thing• Adopt tools to help you speak about disability with confidence• Get direction to negotiate your way through the maze of disability political correctness.

Getting your message out there. A personal journey – Geoff HoltThis will offer a number of useful solutions to help you to successfully market and communicate your organisation. From identifying your “offer” to ensuring repeat participation, we will cover the “buying cycle” and share a number of hints and tips to give your activity greater prominence.

What does good inclusion look like to parents and children? –Hampshire Parent/Carer Network (HPCN)Hear from parents of children with disability/additional needs to understand what good inclusion looks like to them and how to communicate more effectively with families. This will include a Q&A session allowing you to ask questions and gain feedback from families experiencing good, and sometimes not so good, examples of inclusion each day. www.hpcn.org.uk

Autism Awareness: True or False – Hampshire Autistic Society, Forest ForgeThis workshop raises awareness of autism through an interactive session looking at what we think we know about autism; what is true and what is false. It also looks at top tips to engage people with autism you might meet. www.has.org.uk www.forestforge.co.uk

An introduction to MakatonMakaton is a language programme using signs and symbols to help people to communicate. It is designed to support spoken language and the signs and symbols are used with speech, in spoken word order. This workshop will give an introduction to Makaton. www.makaton.org

Making activities deaf friendly – The National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS)You will learn some small and simple steps that will enable you to communicate with deaf children, from those who have temporary deafness or mild deafness through to those who are profoundly deaf. Practical tips for good communication including British Sign Language (BSL) signs, take part in deaf friendly games and find out about the support available. www.ndcs.org.uk

Breaking down barriers to communication - Nevin Gouda, Speech & Language TherapistCommunication is central to everything we do and it can sometimes be difficult for some people, leaving them feeling isolated or frustrated. This workshop will offer practical ideas on how to communicate with people who find verbal communication difficult to understand or use.www.alexkelly.biz

Is it okay to ask? – A great line up of Hampshire celebrities!Our very own live chat show which aims to break down some of the fears and barriers people may have in regards to disability. This willinclude the opportunity to find out things people really want to know but weren’t previously brave enough to ask!

9.15am Registration and refreshments

9.45am Welcome – The conference begins Kaz White – Recreational Activities Inclusion Officer, Hampshire County Council

10.15am Keynote speaker – Rob Long Aim to achieve: Inclusion is a journey that can start from different places. This is an opportunity to share good practices and concerns. How does it feel to be included? When we fully understand, our actions are all the more effective.

11.30am Refreshments / Networking / Move to workshops An opportunity to meet with others and share thoughts and ideas.

12.00noon Workshop 1 Pre booked workshops.

1.00pm Lunch / Networking / Activity Zone A chance to informally talk with others and share ideas. Check out the Activity Zone on the indoor courts too.

2.00pm Workshop 2 Pre booked workshops.

3.00pm Refreshments / Move to workshops

3.15pm Workshop 3 / Final inspirational ideas for the day Pre booked workshops.

4.30pm Conference closes

The Inspiring Programme

Email: sporthampshireiow@hants.gov.uk

Phone: 01962 845178

And then… Your opportunity to share and use what you have learnt.

For more information or to book your place/s:

Go to www.hants.gov.uk/learning-developmentclick on the Workshop tab for both the information flyer and the booking form

Booking Venue detailsThe Hampshire Court HotelCentre DriveGreat Binfields RoadChinehamBasingstokeHampshireRG24 8FY

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