Birmingham City Centre

Coalition, Commons and Civic Engagement event

Posted on 6th October 2010 by Simon Harper

Saheli Women’s Group and Parliamentary Outreach are running an exclusive day of free workshops on civic engagement, including a keynote speech from the Speaker of the House of Commons, Rt Hon John Bercow MP.

A limited number of places are available. To book, contact Ally Sultana below.

Constituency: City wide
When: October 8th 2010, 1100 – 1500
Where: Venue confirmed to attendees upon booking
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Ally Sultana, 0121 440 1007 or 07532 087 478 or ally@saheli.co.uk

Posted on 6th October 2010 by Simon Harper
Tags: birmingham, birmingham city centre, civic engagement, John Bercow, parliamentary outreach, saheliwomen's group, workshops
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From the Margins to the Mainstream: Social Innovation and the Big Society

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

Chamberlain Forum presents Geoff Mulgan, Director of the Young Foundation – the centre for social innovators based in London – and a former advisor to Tony Blair. He joins Resident University members for a lecture on social innovation in the Big Society, asking how ideas will be tested in an era of less state intervention and less public funding.

For more information visit: http://www.chamberlainforum.org/?p=1128

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: 19th October 2010, 1700 – 1830
Where: St Martins in the Bullring, St Martins Square, B5 5BB
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Paul Slatter, 07795 448 462 or info@chamberlainforum.org

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: active citizens, big society, Chamberlain Forum, community groups, geoff mulgan, public funding, Residents University, social innovation, tony blair, voluntary groups, young foundation
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Localisation and Devolution discussion at Birmingham Midland Institute

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

Chamberlain Forum presents Ifor Jones, Birmingham City Council’s Director of Constituency Services, to talk about the localisation of services and devolution of decision making in Birmingham and ask whether we can sustain neighbourhood management through community-led initiatives.

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: TBC
Where: Birmingham Midland Institute, Margaret Street, B3 3BS
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Paul Slatter, 07795 448 462 or info@chamberlainforum.org

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: birmingham, birmingham city centre, birmingham city council, birmingham midland institute, Chamberlain Forum, community, constituency services, Ifor Jones, Ladywood, local services, neighbourhood management
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The Culture of Local Government

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

At this Chamberlain Lecture, Paul Tilsley (Deputy Leader of Birmingham City Council) will be talking about the evolving culture of local government and how the Big Society will affect it. There will be a discussion forum afterwards. This event is open to people of all ages who have an interest in the changes in local government and democracy.

For more information visit: http://www.chamberlainforum.org/?p=1135

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: 14th October 2010, 0930 – 1100
Where: Council Chamber, Council House, Victoria Square, B1 1BB
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Paul Slatter, 07795 448 462 or info@chamberlainforum.org

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: big society, birmingham, birmingham city centre, birmingham city council, chamberlain lecture, council chamber, council house, democracy, Ladywood, local government, paul tilsley
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Business Transformation – sharing experience in shaping public services

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

Following on from last year’s event, Business Transformation turns the spotlight on sharing experiences, insight and lessons learned from Birmingham’s transformational journey. It will look at how the council is addressing increasing demand while faced with constrained budgets.

This event is mainly targeted at information managers, local authority managers and public sector partners. For more information on this event visit: http://btevents.org/journeycontinues

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: October 19th 0900-1730
Where: Birmingham Town Hall, Victoria Square, B3 3DQ
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Annette Fitzgerald, 0121 675 2370 or annette.fitzgerald@servicebirmingham.co.uk

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: birmingham, birmingham city centre, birmingham town hall, business, business transformation, economy, industry, information, Ladywood, local authority, public sector
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Beyond 2010 sets down at the ICC

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

This two-day conference at the ICC will explore the pivotal role that digital technologies will play in the future of democracy, driving economic growth and impacting on public service delivery models.

Day two of this international conference will feature live link-ups to partner cities including Seoul and Edmonton, in an effort to share solutions on a global scale. The conference is aimed at those working in the public sector and also policy planners.

For more information visit: http://www.beyond-2010.com

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: October 20th – 21st, 0845 – 1530
Where: International Convention Centre (ICC), Broad Street, B1 2EA
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Nicola Bryant, nicola.bryant@birmingham.gov.uk

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: beyond 2010, business, conference, democracy, digital media, digital technologies, economy, global, icc, industry, Ladywood, policy, public sector, public services, technology
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Celebrating digital, enabling change – part of Hello Digital Week

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

Celebrating Digital, Enabling Change is part of a series of linked events running during Birmingham’s Hello Digital Week, celebrating Birmingham’s technological achievements. This is a chance to share and discuss digital best practice as well as ideas on how these technologies impact on opportunities at an international level.

For more information visit: http://www.hellodigital.net

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: October 18th – 22nd 2010, 0900 – 1730
Where: Various venues
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Nicola Bryant, 0121 675 1169 or nicola.bryant@birmingham.gov.uk

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: birmingham, birmingham city centre, digital media, digital technologies, hello digital, industry, international, Ladywood, technology
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Hello Digital Business

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

Hello Digital Business is part of Birmingham’s Hello Digital Week 2010. This event aims to link together thinkers, innovators, creators and practitioners to exchange ideas and discuss how using digital technologies can save costs and increase margins in business. It is primarily targeted at those in the digital media industry and businesses in general, especially SMEs.

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: October 21st – 22nd 2010, 0900 – 1700
Where: Zellig, Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Digbeth, B9 4AA (21st) and International Convention Centre (ICC), Broat Street, B1 2EA (22nd)
Open to the general public: Yes – £199 for two days
Contact: Donna Galt, 0121 675 8441 or donna.galt@birmingham.gov.uk

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: birmingham city centre, business, custard factory, digital media, digital technologies, hello digital, icc, industry, Ladywood, sme, zellig
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Beyond 2010 Spending Review round table & analysis

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

Breakfast workshop and debate to discuss the Beyond 2010 Spending Review. Private and public sector experts will gather to assess the impacts and challenges ahead.

For more information visit http://www.hellobusiness.net

Constituency: Ladywood, City wide
When: October 21st 2010, 0730 – 0845
Where: International Convention Centre (ICC), Broad Street, B1 2EA
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Nicola Bryant, 0121 675 1169 or nicola.bryant@birmingham.gov.uk

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: beyond 2010, birmingham, birmingham city centre, business, finance, icc, Ladywood, private sector, public sector, spending review
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Hello Digital Dinner 2010 at Birmingham Town Hall

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

The main conference dinner for Beyond 2010 and a centrepiece of Birmingham’s Hello Digital Week, this is an ideal opportunity to celebrate the region’s digital journey. The evening is hosted by Science & Technology expert Maggie Philbin with guest speaker Tony Robinson.

For more information visit: http://www.beyond-2010.com