Join us - staff training and events
health, wellbeing, equality and diversity training and events training
From workshops and webinars - to walking and wellbeing sessions
This page lists all our free health, wellbeing, equality and diversity training available for staff - along with other health and wellbeing events you can take part in. You can have a look at what's available each month by scrolling down each section. Past training and event information is still available to view in the related content section at the bottom of the page.
To register to attend please just click the sign-up link provided.
We work in partnership with several providers to deliver our training - so it could be delivered online or in person. Please check the details when registering. All training courses delivered meet our Equality Outcomes, Healthy Working Lives programme and Health and Wellbeing initiatives.
This page will be regularly updated as training sessions become available.
October 2024
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Tuesday 8 October Bookable 15 min slots available throughout the day from 10am to 2.30pm Limited spaces fill up fast, so | Seated Acupressure Massage - Incorporate Massage Discover the wellbeing benefits that can be gained from taking time out of your busy day to relax with a 15 minute (fully clothed) seated acupressure massage. The massage uses Swedish Massage Techniques and includes head, neck, shoulders, back, hands and arms, to help reduce stress.
Use Sign Up to book your 15 minute slot with subject GCC Massages and your name, date and preferred 15 minute time slot. |
Tuesday 8 October
9.30am - 12.30 pm MS Teams Webinar Sign Up | ADHD Awareness - Signs4Life ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopment disorders of childhood. However sometimes ADHD is not recognised in childhood, and a person is diagnosed as an adult. People with ADHD may also have additional problems, such as sleep and anxiety disorders. Suitable for all employees, this workshop will provide you with an understanding of:
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Wednesday 9 October 11.00am - 12.00pm Webinar Sign Up(requires ENEI account which is free and simple to set up) | Celebrating National Work Life Week Join us in celebrating Working Families' annual campaign to get both employers and employees talking about wellbeing at work and the importance of a healthy work-life balance. |
Thursday 10 October 9.30am - 12.30 pm MS Teams Webinar Sign Up | Dyslexia Awareness - Signs4Life Dyslexia is a common learning difficulty that can cause problems with reading writing and spelling. Its estimated up to 1 in every 10 people in the UK has some degree of dyslexia. Suitable for all employees this 3-hour workshop will give you the opportunity to explore :
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Thursday 17 October 10.00am - 10.45am MS Teams Webinar Sign Up | Elevating Work Culture: Promoting Menopause Awareness and Support at Work - PAM Wellness This webinar aims to shed light on the significance of menopause awareness and the importance of fostering supportive work environments that accommodate the needs of individuals navigating this life stage. The session will look at the impact of menopause on individuals in the workplace, explore ways to create inclusive and supportive work cultures, showcase successful initiatives and best practices, provide guidance and practical tools for navigating menopause related challenges at work. |
Thursday 17 October 1.00pm - 2.00pm Zoom Webinar Sign Up | World Menopause Day - ALLIANCE and Scottish Government Join Us for this free information webinar on Menopause, hosted by the ALLIANCE in partnership with the Scottish Government, as part of the women's health series in support of Scotland's Women's Health Plan. The webinar will focus on empowering women through the menopause. Guest speakers will talk about menopause signs, symptoms and treatment options, along with tips on talking about the menopause with your GP. Joined by a great panel of experts: Dr Kay McAllister, Consultant Gynaecologist, NHS GGC and Dr Sigi Joseph, GP Partner, NHS Lothian. This session open to anyone that wishes to learn more about the menopause. Health professionals are welcome to join, although discussion will not focus on managing menopausal concerns from a professional perspective |
Friday 18 October 9.30am to 12.30pm MS Teams Webinar Sign Up | Menopause Awareness for Managers - City of Glasgow College On World Menopause Day this is an opportunity for managers to join a three-hour session which will cover:
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Wednesday 23 October 12.30pm - 1.30pm MS Teams - Join Here | Menopause Café - Corporate HR Pop on for a cuppa and a chat in a menopause friendly space where you can share your experiences with your colleagues, hear some hints and tips or even just to connect with other people who are experiencing menopause right now. |
Tuesday 29 October 10.00am - 12.30pm MS Team Webinar Sign Up | Race Awareness for Managers - CEMVO In partnership with CEWNVO this course aims to provide managers with the skills and confidence to challenge racism when encountered in work and life. It also raises awareness of the relevant legislation - to address racism both in relation to discrimination and hate crime This course will cover:
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Wednesday 30 October 2024 12.00 noon - 1.00pm MS Teams Webinar Sign Up | The Glasgow City Council Women's Network invite all staff to our next Women in Leadership event of 2024. Jenny O'Hagan is a Chartered Accountant, who has worked within Local Government at a senior level for over 30 years, after training in the private sector. She has carried out various roles, across a range of departments, building lots of networks and friendships along the way. Her roles have largely been within the Finance and the Transformation/business change field but her current role, which she has been carrying out for just over 2 years is Divisional Director - Operations within Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability,where she is responsible for leading approximately 2000 staff across frontline, professional and management roles across refuse and waste, Public Health, parks, events and Community Safety. This event is open to all employees across the Glasgow Family |
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