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Apologies for cross posting NoWAL (North West Academic Libraries) is planning on holding a Supporting Diversity in the Workplace event at Salford University on the 19th June 2006. This day will consist of a opening event followed by a number of workshops looking at various aspects of supporting diversity within the workplace. If you would like to book a place on this event please fill in the booking form at http://www.nowal.ac.uk/training/general_programme/timetable.php?course=184 When you place is confirmed you will be sent a selection form for the workshops. Last date for bookings is 22 May 2006 19/06/2006 Supporting diversity in the workplace - Salford 09.45 - 16.00 Conference Room & Meeting Rooms, Clifford Whitworth, University of Salford Cost of Course £55 NoWAL members £100 Non-NoWAL members Aim: To raise awareness amongst library and information staff of a range of diversity issues and the services which exist to support staff in providing a high quality and inclusive service to all their users. Timetable 9.45-10.15 Coffee and registration 10.15-11.15 Introduction to the event. Rachel Beckett 11.15-12.15 - Choose one of the following Writing for equality Lawraine Wood Cross cultural communication Sam Harris Library services for deaf & hard of hearing people Sue Davies & Jenny Harkison 12.15-13.15 Lunch 13.15-14.15 - Choose one of the following Supporting library and information users with dyslexia Ann Barlow & Bob Glass Electronic access for all Jenny Craven Supporting users with visual impairments To be confirmed 14.15-14.30 Tea. Coffee & Water 14.30-15.30 - Choose one of the following Current disability legislation Ann Barlow & Bob Glass What is diversity really about? Nicola Siminson Revealweb: the database of accessible formats. Deborah Ryan Comments from previous attendees on "Supporting Diversity in the Workplace" "Each of the modules was very informative and gave ideas to use in the workplace." "Excellent event - good range of workshops." "It is good to share experiences and build up a support network." "Very enjoyable and informative." Book a place on this course http://www.nowal.ac.uk/training/general_programme/timetable.php?course=184 Place at this event are limited to 42 and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Gil Young NoWAL Support Officer NoWAL: Widening access to library resources and improving learning and information support services through innovation, influence and partnership. Minshull House 47-49 Chorlton Street Manchester M1 3EU 0161 247 6021 "Before acting on this email or opening any attachments you should read the Manchester Metropolitan University's email disclaimer available on its website http://www.mmu.ac.uk/emaildisclaimer "