Again there is a real range of sessions to attend. Have a look to see if there is something of interest or value to you.
Monday 22nd January – Safeguarding
This is an opportunity for clubs to look at this area of their governance to ensure there is a sure foundation for the club to be a safe place for its members.
Liza Ware from the CPSU will be talking about our orienteering events and safeguarding considers to support making them as safe as possible. There will also be updates provided by Peter Brooke, Lead Safeguarding Officer.
Tuesday 23rd January – Is a paid Development Officer appropriate for your club?
Session presenters are Roger Scrutton (ESOC and Trustee of The Orienteering Foundation) and Kerina Lake (CDO at SBOC)
The first Club Development Officer (CDO) part funded by The Orienteering Foundation was over three years ago.. This session shares the most up to date information about the opportunity, the potential benefits, the costs and the challenges experienced. It will also cover how grant funding can be made available to clubs. The aim is to help clubs to answer the questions “Can a CDO increase the number of club members and hence the number of volunteers we have?’ and “Could it be a good use of some of our club funds?”.
Thursday 25th January, 7PM – Creating a thriving club for young people
Find out what it takes to develop a Thriving club for Young People, with a clear purpose and vision for the future, underpinned by an equitable support structure that enables it young members to grow their passion for Orienteering and unlock their potential.