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- 1. I.S.C.C International Safeguarding Children's Conference 42D BOSTON ROAD, CROYDON SURREY, CRO 3EE | m: +(1876)447817 | m: +44 (0)7960368048 WWW.ONESTEPFORWARDCONSULTANCY.COM Every child matters in the Caribbean Safeguarding children One Step Forward Consultancy in Joint initiative with The Victoria Climbie Foundation UK Presents HELD AT JA ORGANISING COMMITTEE Chyke Thomas, Director of One Step Forward Promotion Clayton Jermaine Vassell, - Operations Supervisor Tashi Gowe - Event Supervisor Peta-Gaye Gowe - Event Planner Giovanni Scott - Events Coordinator Sabrina Williams - Event Coordinator Keseaka King - Event Coordinator/Administration Andre Huntchinson - Event Coordinator Maxine ‘Zundarr’ Stirling - Entertainment Consultant UK ORGANISING COMMITTEE Patricia McKenzie-Thomas, Director (OSFC) Tyronne McKenzie - Communication Consultant Virtual Titan Sharon Anderson - Foster Carer and Youth Advisor OSFC Yvonne Joseph- Events Consultant - Stoke Newington Travel. Ferron Billy- Entertainment Consultant - Tidy Sounds Paul Dawkins - Entertainment Consultant Worand Gayle - WG Security Services Carole Cardoza - Administrative Officer - OSFC THURSDAY 14h MAY 2015 EXHIBITION SET UP MONA CONFERENCE CENTRE WELCOME RECEPTION MONA CONFERENCE CENTRE FRIDAY 15th MAY 2015 CONFERENCE SESSIONS MONA CONFERENCE CENTRE EXHIBTION MONA CONFERENCE CENTRE NETWORKING AND SOCIALISING MONA CONFERENCE CENTRE SATURDAY 16th MAY 2015 CONFERENCE SOCIAL EVENING AND ENTERTAINMENT MONA CONFERENCE CENTRE SUNDAY 17th MAY 2015 EVERY CHILD MATTERS IN THE CARRIBEAN FUN DAY KINGSTON NETWORKING AND SOCIALISING KINGSTON
- 2. ‘Every Child Matters (ECM) is a UK government initiative for England and Wales, that was launched in 2003, at least partly in response to the death of Victoria Climbié. It is one of the most important policy initiatives and development programmes in relation to children and children's services of the last decade, and has been described as a "sea change" to the children and families agenda. It has been the title of three UK government papers, lead- ing to the Children Act 2004. Every Child Matters covers children and young adults up to the age of 19, or 24 for those with disabilities’ In honoring the life of Mrs. Beatrice Anne Welcome- Billy, who was my mother and was affectionately known as ‘Mummy BB’ and was fundamental in my becoming a Child Protection Practitioner in the caring profession of Social Work. We are hosting this event in the continued recognition and awareness of the ‘safeguarding’ of children and that we as professionals ensure we work together to plan, safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.in their families throughout the Caribbean. . Every Child Matters in the Caribbean We will provide an opportunity for Social Workers, Foster Carers and for Professionals working in the safeguarding of children from throughout the Caribbean to be provided with multidisci- plinary approaches and best practice guidance on enhanc- ing multi-agency partnerships and improving child protection provisions and services in the Caribbean. With a commitment of working together with innovative practitioners and policy makers to making a safe environ- ment for children in order to offer support, guidance and information to young people and children whom will be our future professionals, workforce and parents. One Step Forward support and services This is the brain child of founder Patricia McKenzie-Thomas Director of One Step Forward Consultancy and Director of Every Woman Inspired Conference and Expo. A qualified Social Work Child Protection Practitioner in the UK registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) The mandate is to provide ex- ceptional service in the areas of Child Protection and Safeguard- ing of Children in liaison with Government Departments in the UK and Jamaica within Local Authority Assessments, Immi- gration Assistance, Education, Training incorporating Commu- nity Events and Activities for children and families around Jamaica. L & D IMMIGRATION COMMUNITY INTERNATIONAL DEFINITION OF SOCIAL WORK The social work profession promotes social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance well-being. Utilizing theories of human behavior and social systems, social work intervenes at the points where people interact. Established in March 2009, as a sole proprietorship and is a registered business with the Companies Offices of Jamaica and Companies House of the UK. Mrs McKenzie-Thomas has been employed and undertaken as- signments in various parts of the UK including London Boroughs of Croydon, Wandsworth, Lambeth and Lewisham. She is also a Social Work Practice Teacher and completed training with the Child Development Agency of Jamaica ASSESSMENTS This focuses primarily on the ‘safeguarding and child protection’ issues relating to children and families. This involves providing Social Work Assessments Social Work Education and Training Programs for Residential Social Workers, Social Workers, Foster Carers Teachers, and any individual or Agency involved in the protection of children. Assistance is provided in the application of UK Visa Application for Family and General Visitor Visa, Spousal Settlement Visa and Access to Child Visa Various community based events that are held in May for Child Month and Summer Months in the form of Fun Days, Fish Fry’s and Bar-B-Que’s for our underprivileged children and families and then to provide a school or nursery with assistance in the form of educational materials. “ ” MOR DIOUM; DIRECTOR VICTORIA CLIMBE FOUDATION UK Together with One Step Forward Consultancy, VCF aims to realise the vision of ‘every child matters’ in Jamaica and across the Caribbean.
- 3. The International Safeguarding Children’s Conference will provide a unique oppor- tunity for your agency or organisation to connect with up to 200 professionals who work in a range of social work disciplines within the Ministry, Government Agencies, Organisations and Private Sector. The organising committee will provide the opportunity and are committed to engag- ing with delegates through and informative program of speakers, and facilitating networks and business opportunities for sponsors through a vibrant exhibition of services to children and a dynamic program of social events. Sporsorship? Delegates will include Ministry Officers, Team Mangers, Social Workers, Child Protection Officers, Foster Carers, Independent Social Worker’s, Teachers, Police, Legal, Criminal Justice, Youth Advisors, Project Workers, Nursery Workers, Health and all Profes- sionals working in the safeguarding of Children. Sponsors and Exhibitors will receive acknowledgement prior to, dur- ing and after the conference through the conference materials and the website, and enjoy significant contact with delegates during the exhibition and social events. The exhibition/displays will be open for the duration of the confer- ence. We look forward to your participation at this inaugural One Step Forward Consultancy event, and to welcoming you to Jamaica in May 2015. Venue THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES, MONA VISITORS LODGE CONFERENCE CENTRE Mona Visitors’ Lodge & Conference Centre is a jewel among the historic ruins of the Mona Campus provides the perfect setting for those who demand the ultimate synthesis of elegance and rusticity for their working or social experience. Although on the University Campus, Mona Visitors’ Lodge & Conference Centre offers its over 200 square feet of space to Jamaica, the Caribbean and the world. A state-of-the-art banquets, conference and hotel facility with ample parking space. B1 / MAXIMUM EXPOSURE Access to professional networks across the Caribbean and the UK of partner Government agencies, or- ganisations and services. B2 / BUILD YOUR NETWORK An opportunity to build relationships and network with professional within the Caribbean, Social Work and Social Care fraternity . B3 / SPREAD THE WORD A cost effective way to build awareness of the relative agencies and organizations in the Caribbe- an working in the pursuit of the Safeguarding of Children B4 / STAY UP TO DATE An opportunity to present the latest services and training available, to a captive and pertinent audience, showcasing your knowledge, exper- tise and capabilities. Why Sponsor? The One Step Forward Consultancy International Conference has several packages available, providing sponsors with a range of choices in the exposure of their organisation and/or agency re- lating to Social Care and the ‘Safeguarding and Well-Being of Children’ Participating as a sponsor and/or exhibitor at the OSFC International Safeguarding Children’s Conference - Every Child Mat- ters in the Caribbean 2015 can provide your organisation/agency or company with: BAG BOOTH TABLE Company name/logo on Conference Bag. One (1) 10 x 10ft exhibition space including one confer- ence registration Company logo on conference website with links to company website. 1 x trestle table 1 x trestle table 2 x chairs 2 x chairs Bag print including conference hand- book and promotional flyers (if con- firmed prior to print). * Conference registrations include access to the confer- ence sessions, morning / afternoon teas and lunches for the duration of the con- ference, one ticket to the Welcome Reception, a name badge, handbook advert ($500) and bag. * One (1) quarter, A4 page, portrait, company advertisement in the confer- ence handbook (artwork to be sup- plied by sponsor by the advised dead- lines). * One (1) bag insert (supplied by spon- sor by the advised deadlines, light- weight and no larger than A4 size). One (1) bag insert (not a note pad or pen, supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines, light- weight and no larger than A4 size). The Organising Committee is delighted to invite you to sponsor and/or exhibit at A One Day International Safeguarding Children’s Conference - Every Child Matters in the Caribbean 2015 CONFERENCE NOTE PAD/PEN (only one of each available): $1,500 One (1) company note pad or pen for insertion in bag (supplied by sponsor by the advised deadline, lightweight and no larger than A4 size). CONFERENCE HANDBOOK ADVERTISING (unlimited) FROM $500 Organisations are invited to purchase a full, half or quarter of an A4 page (portrait) colour advertisement in the OSFC International Safeguarding Children’s Conference - Every Child Matters in the Caribbean 2015 Confer- ence handbook. Specification and dates for receiving advertisement will be advised closer to the conference. The handbook advertising rates are: Full Page: $3,500 Half Page: $2,500 Quarter Page: $1,500
- 4. Sponsorship Packages CONFERENCE HEADLINE SPONSOR: $150,000 Co-branding on all conference material plus inclusion in media interviews leading up to the event and at the event. Conference Headline Sponsor – will lead and set the theme for one workshop. Guest Speaker at the Conference and Conference Evening Social Event One (1) full, A4 page, portrait, colour company advertisement in the conference handbook (artwork to be supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines). Acknowledgement as a Conference Partner Sponsor on printed OSFC International Safeguarding Children’s Confer- ence - Every Child Matters in the Caribbean 2015 Conference documents, including conference handbook and pro- motional flyers (if confirmed prior to print). One (1) 10 x 10ft Premium exhibition space including Two (2) complimentary conference registrations, including attendance at all conference sessions, morning/afternoon teas and lunches, the Welcome Reception and the Conference Evening Social Event. Company logo on conference with links to company website. One (1) bag insert (supplied by the advised deadlines, lightweight and no larger than A4 size). Conference registrations include access to the conference hall, morning/afternoon teas and lunches for the duration of the Conference, Welcome Reception, name badge, handbook and bag. CONFERENCE LEAD PARTNER SPONSOR: $125,000 Recognition as a Lead Conference Partner Sponsor on audio visual display in main conference room. Conference Workshop Leader – will lead and set the theme for one workshop. One (1) full, A4 page, portrait, colour company advertisement in the conference handbook (artwork to be supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines). Acknowledgement as a Conference Partner Sponsor on printed OSFC International Safeguarding Children’s Confer- ence - Every Child Matters in the Caribbean 2015 Conference documents, including conference handbook and promo- tional flyers (if confirmed prior to print). One (1) 10 x 10ft exhibition space including* Two (2) complimentary conference registrations, including attendance at all conference sessions, morning/afternoon teas and lunches, the Welcome Reception and the Conference Evening Social Event. Company logo on conference with links to company website. One (1) bag insert (supplied by the advised deadlines, lightweight and no larger than A4 size). Conference registrations include access to the conference hall, morning/afternoon teas and lunches for the duration of the conference, one ticket to the Welcome Reception, a name badge, handbook and bag. WELCOME RECEPTION SPONSOR: $100,000 Verbal acknowledgement as the Welcome Reception Sponsor during the Welcome Reception. Acknowledgement as the Welcome Reception Sponsor on printed OSFC International Safeguarding Children’s Conference - Every Child Matters in the Caribbean 2015 conference documents, including conference handbook and promotional flyers (if confirmed prior to print). An opportunity to address guests at the Conference Evening Social Event (5 minute presentation only). Company name/logo on Welcome Reception function ticket. Exclusive signage rights with signage prominently displayed at the Welcome Reception (pull-up banner to be supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines). Two (2) complimentary tickets to the Welcome Reception. Two (2) complimentary tickets to the Conference Evening Social Event Company logo on conference website with links to company website. One (1) bag insert (supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines, lightweight and no larger than A4 size). INVITED SPEAKER SPONSOR: $80,000 Recognition as an Invited Speaker Sponsor on audio visual display in sponsored session. One (1) quarter, A4 page, portrait, company advertisement in the conference handbook (artwork to be supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines). Acknowledgement as an Invited Speaker Sponsor on printed OSFC International Safeguarding Chil- dren’s Conference - Every Child Matters in the Caribbean 2015 Conference documents, including confer- ence handbook, promotional flyers (if confirmed prior to print). Two (2) complimentary conference registration, including attendance at all conference sessions, morning/ afternoon teas and lunches, the Welcome Reception and the Conference Evening Social Event Company logo on conference with links to company website. One (1) bag insert (supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines, lightweight and no larger than A4 size). ADVERTISING AND PROMOTIONAL SPONSOR: $90,000 Recognition as an Advertising and Promotional Sponsor on audio visual display in Sponsored session. One (1) quarter, A4 page, portrait, company advertisement in the conference handbook (artwork to be supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines). Acknowledgement as an Advertising and Promotional Sponsor on printed OSFC International Safeguard- ing Children’s Conference - Every Child Matters in the Caribbean 2015 Conference documents, including conference handbook, promotional flyers (if confirmed prior to print). Two(2) complimentary conference registration, including attendance at all conference Sessions, morning/afternoon teas and lunches and the Welcome Reception. Two (2) Complimentary ticket to the Conference Evening Social Event. Company logo on conference with links to company website. One (1) bag insert (supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines, (lightweight and no larger than A4 size) MORNING OR AFTERNOON TEA SPONSOR: $50,000 Recognition and acknowledgement on audio visual and during sponsored session Two (2) complimentary conference registration, including attendance at all conference sessions, morning/afternoon teas and lunches, the Welcome Reception and the Conference Evening Social Event One (1) bag insert (supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines, lightweight and no larger than A4 size). One (1) quarter, A4 page, portrait, company advertisement in the conference handbook (artwork to be supplied by sponsor by the advised deadlines).