WISH Newsletter

		Dear Subscriber, Welcome to the 7th edition of E-News for 2007! Having trouble reading this in your email program? You can always read this newsletter on the web. Just visit here.
		LATEST NEWS WISH Annual General Meeting Thursday 20 September 2007 12:30 – 1:30pm, 335 – 337 Pier Street (opp. Perth Oval) Please come and join us for this historic AGM as we vote on a new name for WISH. After many months of discussions with groups, service providers and marketing consultants we have chosen a new name for WISH which we believe will create greater accessibility to our services and to our members. Be there for Project 'Makeover's' first reveal followed by a delectable lunch! Please book your attendance for catering purposes by phoning the office on 9228 4488 or email to info@wish.org.au WISH Board Vacancies WISH also has vacancies on the WISH Board for which nominations are now being sought from people who support the philosophy and values of the organisation. For more information please contact Vicki Davies WISH Executive Officer on 9228 4488 or email to vicki@wish.org.au WISH Media Workshop - Part 2 Wednesday 29 August 2007, 9:15am-1:00pm For those of you who have completed Part 1 of the WISH Media Workshop, Tony Serve will be presenting Part 2 on Wednesday 29 August 2007. To register contact Christine on 9228 4488 or email cdo@wish.org.au Free Networking Morning Tea November 6th 9:30-11:30am - WISH Training Room WISH would like to invite you to come and meet members of the support group community and to learn more about the value of self help and support groups. We would also like your input into our Training Program for 2008. To register your interest contact our new Community Development Officer, Christine Keating at cdo@wish.org.au. Christine would be happy to answer any questions you have about starting a support group and is available to assist existing groups with ongoing support and development. We look forward to seeing you in November. Free AIM Community Leadership Training WISH is offering a free place to a member support group to attend the Australian Institute of Management’s newly developed two-day Community Leadership Program on Monday 27th and Tuesday 28th August 2007. This program is being made available exclusively to organisations who received the AIM scholarship earlier this year. Whilst the objective of the program is to provide development for managers and supervisors that will help them manage staff (both paid and unpaid) the skills will also be useful for those managing groups. Please email your expression of interest to info@wish.org.au. Please note that those selected will need to be available to attend both days of the program. Vacancies @ WISH Due to staff resignations and a recent re-structure of WISH we have the following two vacancies for which we are seeking friendly, flexible and well organised people to join our small team. Administrative Officer (30 hours per week Monday to Thursday + 1 Friday per month) Salary SACS Level 5.1 $21.30 per hour + superannuation The occupant will oversee the smooth management of administrative systems within the organisation. Required skills include: o Demonstrated experience in office management including website content management & database management. Knowledge of DBText Databases would be an advantage o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. o Well developed report writing skills and experience in the production of written and electronic publications. o An understanding of community-based organisations an advantage. Administrative Assistant (16 hours per week – 4 hours per day (flexible) Monday to Thursday) Salary SACS Level 3.1 $18.08 per hour + superannuation The occupant of this position must possess well developed administrative and interpersonal skills, a high level of maturity and excellent phone manner. Other required skills include: o Experience in database operation, MS Office and internet essential o Good time management skills o Strong interpersonal skills o High level of accuracy o An understanding of community-based organisations an advantage. The position is for an initial period of three months with an option to extend. Job Descriptions and further information may be obtained from the WISH office by phoning Tel:9228 4488 (9am-4pm Mon-Thur) or emailing vicki@wish.org.au. Applications close at 4pm Friday 24 August 2007 Type 2 Diabetes Clinical Study Male and female volunteers required for a clincal study testing a natural sweetener in diabetes control. You may be suitable for the study if you are aged between 18 and 75 years, have not been on any diabetes medications within the last three months and have no other major illnesses. For more information contact Jo on 9346 2008 at the Keogh Institute for Medical Research, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Nedlands, WA.
		GRANTS Community Services Industry Awards 2007 Entries are now being called for the Community Services Industry Awards 2007. This program recognises and celebrates individuals and organisations for their leadership, community development focus and creative way of working. The Department for Child Protection in conjunction with the Department for Communities invites you to enter or nominate an outstanding person, program or service that has helped to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities. Winners in each category will receive a $5,000 grant from Principal Partner, Lotterywest. Nominations and entries close at 4pm on Friday 14 September 2007. For award categories and further information visit the Awards website at www.childprotection.wa.gov.au/csia, email csia@dcp.wa.gov.au or telephone 1800 623 993 or (08) 9222 2587. Research Grants Lotterywest has broadened the opportunity for research grants. In keeping with Lotterywest’s overall grants approach which supports organisations to do what they do best – enhance the lives of West Australians – applications can now be considered for research projects that will inform policy or practice and address quality of life issues in a range of areas including social, cultural, economic, geographic and environmental. Not-for-profit Community Organisations and Local Government Authorities are able to apply for research grants that add meaningfully to the body of knowledge in a particular area and have potential Statewide application. Applications can be made at any time. However applicants are encouraged to discuss projects with Lotterywest prior to preparing applications. For more information email grants@lotterywest.wa.gov.au, call 9340 5270 or visit the website at www.lotterywest.wa.gov.au/grants Autism Research Funds The Apex Foundation Trust for Autism is offering grants of up to $10,000 for research projects related to Autism. For details and application forms see www.autismvictoria.org.au/research or contact Amanda Golding at Autism Victoria (03) 9885 0533. Women's Grants Women working in either a voluntary or paid capacity in the non-government sector can apply for one of five grants of up to $5000 allowing individual women to undertake projects to benefit other women in WA. For application packages contact the office of Swan Hills MLA, Jaye Radisich on 9296 7688. Applications close August 31. Grants in Australia: Management and Accountability Made Easy for Not-For-Profit Organisations CPA Australia has published a free, online manual to help not-for-profit organisations manage grants and satisfy accountability requirements. This manual covers key aspects of grants management, including applying for a grant, accepting a grant, financial management, reporting and acquittal, and audit and verification. For more information visit www.cpaaustralia.com.au
		NEW GROUPS We have had interest shown in starting new groups for the following issues. If you are interested in one or more of these, please contact Christine at WISH on 9228 4488 or email cdo@wish.org.au Thyroid WA Aims to provides knowledge obtained through individual experiences and information obtained from Thyroid Australia with whom the group is associated. GranPower GranPower is a not for profit loving support group run by volunteers for grandparents who have been denied contact with their grandchildren. Augusta-Margaret River Chronic Pain Support Group This group is in the process of getting started to share ideas and understanding for people who suffer chronic pain.
		COMING EVENTS National Asthma Week 1-7 September Activities organised to promote awareness of asthma to the general community and highlight ways to help people manage asthma. For further information call 1800 645 130 or email advice@asthma.org.au or visit the website at www.asthma.org.au Lymphodema Association of WA Annual General Meeting Saturday 8 September 2007 10am - Registration & Cuppa, 10:30am - AGM AH Crawford Lodge, Monash Avenue, Nedlands Yes, that time of the year is fast approaching, and once again the Association is appealing to members to show support by attending the AGM, and taking an active part. National Child Protection Week 2 -8 September In Australia, a child is abused every 13 minutes. You can help prevent it. So, don't just stand there. Join the thousands of Australians who get involved in National Child Protection Week every year. For further information contact 02 9211 0224, email contact@napcan.org.au or visit the website at www.napcan.org.au Consumer Representative Training Skills Course Saturday 8 September 2007 Health Consumers' Council encourages anyone who is interested in consumer participation to take advantage of the regular one day training courses provided by the council. No qualifications or previous experience is required. There is no cost to attend and morning tea and lunch are provided. For more information please contact Kathie McLure on 9221 3422 or email kathiem@hconc.org.au National Stroke Week 17-23 September National Stroke Week is a national awareness raising week to inform Australians about stroke - the nation's second single greatest killer and a leading cause of disability - and to highlight that stroke is treatable and preventable. For further information contact (03) 9670 1000, email admin@strokefoundation.com.au or visit the website at www.strokefoundation.com.au Free blood pressure checks will be offered September 17th - 19th from 11:30am - 1:30pm on the Murray Street Mall, Perth City in an effort to raise awareness of high blood pressure as the #1 causal risk factor for stroke. 6th annual 'As We Are' Art Exhibition 2007 Saturday 20th October to Saturday 2nd November State Library, Francis Street, Northbridge 'As We Are' in partnership with CATA Group Inc and Nulsen Haven Inc invite artists to enter this exhibition featuring the work of artists with an intellectual disability and encourages these artists and their support network to be part of this unique event. Entry is free and the sale of artwork is administrated at no charge to the artist. Awards will be chosen and presented at the event launch on 19th October 2007. Enquiries and requests for entry forms should be emailed to Robyn DeJong at a.manager@catagroup.org.au, phone: 9448 8804 or email Patti Ferber at p_ferber@nulsenhaven.com.au, phone: 9470 5520.
		RESOURCES Holding a Meeting or Training Session? A fully equipped, airconditioned/heated meeting room is available for hire at WISH. Contact WISH for further information on 9228 4488 or email info@wish.org.au Having an Open Day or promoting your group or organisation? Portable, easy-to-erect Display Boards are also available for hire. Contact WISH for further information on 9228 4488 or email info@wish.org.au Free to WISH Support Groups Publications: Self Help Group Starter Kit, How to Promote Your Group and Meeting Venues Directory. These must be collected from the WISH Office during office hours of 9am-4pm, Monday to Thursday. Contact WISH at 9228 4488 or email info@wish.org.au Directory of Clubs and Groups for Older Adults The new edition of Add Life to Your Years will be available by September. This directory is a valuable resourse for older adults and contains contact details of Clubs and Groups situated in the metropolitan and regional areas of Western Australia. For your free copy, contact the Seniors Recreation Council of WA at 9492 9773.
		CONTACT Phone: 9228 4488 Freecall: 1800 195 575 (country callers only) Fax: 9228 4490 Email: info@wish.org.au Website: www.wish.org.au Address: 335-337 Pier Street PERTH 6000 Postal: PO Box 8140 Perth Business Centre WA 6849

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