spotlight sessions
Our Spotlight Sessions are designed to provide an opportunity to learn more about key topics and areas of interest within the work of the community and voluntary sector.
Our 3 hour training sessions are a simple way to access training in an affordable way, either in person or online. Whether you are staff, volunteer or have your own lived experience (or a mix of all of these), please join us to broaden your understanding and enhance your practice.
Our upcoming topics include:
- Coping with Compassion / Empathy Fatigue
- Introduction to Neurodiversity
- Introduction to Dual Diagnosis
Our Spotlight Sessions are offered on a sliding scale of cost based on the size of your organisation in order to make the sessions as accessible as possible. Please click on the links to find out more details on costs.
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Dual Diagnosis (open session)
Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 10:00
Inspire Wellbeing, Third Floor, City Factory, Old City Factory, 100 Patrick Street, L’Derry, BT48 7EL
Dual Diagnosis is the occurrence of a mental illness alongside substance misuse. This workshop will explore the complex, multiple needs of people with mental health issues and problematic substance misuse.
In this workshop we will:
Define the term ‘Dual Diagnosis’
- Understand Dual Diagnosis’s importance within a Human Rights context
- Explore a range of common mental health issues and factoring in the behavioural impact of these disorders
- Gain understanding of the potential impacts on someone with diagnosed Dual Diagnosis
- Learn how to develop an effective strategy for supporting an individual with this diagnosis
- Identify barriers to collaboration between mental health and substance services and strategies to help overcome them
Introduction to Neurodiversity (open session)
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 10:00
Inspire Wellbeing, 1st Floor Training Room, 10-20 Lombard House, Lombard Stree, Belfast, BT1 1RD
Neurodiversity is a term that describes the diverse ways in which people’s brain’s function. It refers to individuals whose cognitive processes differ from what is considered normal or typical. In promoting inclusivity, it is crucial to recognise and respect the varied and unique perspectives and interactions neurodivergent individuals have with the world.
This training workshop will:
- Enhance awareness of neurodiversity
- Foster a deeper understanding of neurodiversity
- Delve into the medical and social models in relation to neurodiversity
- Expand knowledge of neurodivergent conditions
- Develop awareness of some of the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals
- Explore potential workplace adjustments to support the integration of neurodivergent individuals
ONLINE: Introduction to Neurodiversity (open session)
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 10:00
Delivery via MS Teams
Neurodiversity is a term that describes the diverse ways in which people’s brain’s function. It refers to individuals whose cognitive processes differ from what is considered normal or typical. In promoting inclusivity, it is crucial to recognise and respect the varied and unique perspectives and interactions neurodivergent individuals have with the world.
This training workshop will:
- Enhance awareness of neurodiversity
- Foster a deeper understanding of neurodiversity
- Delve into the medical and social models in relation to neurodiversity
- Expand knowledge of neurodivergent conditions
- Develop awareness of some of the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals
- Explore potential workplace adjustments to support the integration of neurodivergent individuals
ONLINE: Introduction to Compassion Fatigue (open session)
Tuesday, 26 November 2024, 10:00
ONLINE Delivery via MS Teams
Are you feeling emotionally drained from constantly supporting others? Empathy fatigue, also known as compassion fatigue, can impact anyone in caregiving roles. Join our interactive training session to explore what empathy fatigue is, how it affects your wellbeing, and practical strategies to manage and prevent it.
In this workshop we will:
- Identify key signs of compassion/empathy fatigue
- Differentiate between compassion/empathy fatigue and burnout
- Identify the 4 stages of compassion/empathy fatigue
- Examine personal signs of compassion/empathy fatigue
- Explore strategies for coping with compassion/empathy fatigue
Introduction to Neurodiversity (open session)
Monday, 2 December 2024, 09:30
Inspire Wellbeing, Anderson House, 41B Market St, Omagh, BT78 1EE
Neurodiversity is a term that describes the diverse ways in which people’s brain’s function. It refers to individuals whose cognitive processes differ from what is considered normal or typical. In promoting inclusivity, it is crucial to recognise and respect the varied and unique perspectives and interactions neurodivergent individuals have with the world.
This training workshop will:
- Enhance awareness of neurodiversity
- Foster a deeper understanding of neurodiversity
- Delve into the medical and social models in relation to neurodiversity
- Expand knowledge of neurodivergent conditions
- Develop awareness of some of the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals
- Explore potential workplace adjustments to support the integration of neurodivergent individuals
Dual Diagnosis (open session)
Monday, 9 December 2024, 09:30
Inspire Anderson House, Market St, Omagh, BT78 1EE
Dual Diagnosis is the occurrence of a mental illness alongside substance misuse. This workshop will explore the complex, multiple needs of people with mental health issues and problematic substance misuse.
In this workshop we will:
- Define the term ‘Dual Diagnosis’
- Understand Dual Diagnosis’s importance within a Human Rights context
- Explore a range of common mental health issues and factoring in the behavioural impact of these disorders
- Gain understanding of the potential impacts on someone with diagnosed Dual Diagnosis
- Learn how to develop an effective strategy for supporting an individual with this diagnosis
- Identify barriers to collaboration between mental health and substance services and strategies to help overcome them