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SUMMARY:ADCH AGM & Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n10:00 – 10:50: The ADCH Annual General Meeting (AGM)\nWe invite all voting Members (Full Members) to join us for our virtual AGM\, which will be held on Tuesday 14 July 2026. \nThe AGM is an opportunity for us to reflect on the past year and to understand ADCH plans for the year ahead. \nWe will also be confirming the results of the Trustee Elections. \nThe agenda and papers will be circulated in advance. \n11:00 – 12:45: Virtual Open Meeting\nFollowing a short screen break\, we will welcome all Members (including Affiliate and Provisional) to join us for our second Open Meeting of the year. \nThe Open Meeting will feature the session\, ‘What Role Should AI Play in Animal Rescue?’\, delivered by George Bloor\, Dogs Trust; David Bowles\, RSPCA; Louis Cooper-Rettie\, Woodgreen. \nFollowing the panel session\, there will be updates from ADCH Committees\, and the opportunity for Sponsors\, Members\, and Affiliates to share updates. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors only. \nPlease note: Only Voting Members can attend the AGM. \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend the AGM or Open Meeting. \nRegistration\nRegistration in advance is required. Register here.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/virtual-agm-and-open-meeting-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T100000
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SUMMARY:ADCH Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nOur first Open Meeting of 2026 will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday 17 March at 10:00. \nAttendees will receive key updates from ADCH\, have the opportunity to share their own updates and hear from our guest speaker\, Emma McGrath\, Professional Support Solicitor at Citation\, who will provide an overview of the new Employment Rights Act\, highlighting what the changes mean for your organisation. \nYou can view the full programme here \nYou can view a draft copy of the minutes from our last Open Meeting\, held on the 25 November 2025\, on our ‘Previous Events’ page here \nWho can attend\nThis event is open to ADCH Members and invited Supporters. \nCost to attend\nAttendance is free of charge. \nRegistration\nSecure your place by registering here. \nDisclaimer  \nThe Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH) provides a platform for various speakers during its events and in its materials. Please note that ADCH does not endorse or validate every element of the presentations or information shared by speakers. The views and opinions expressed are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official position or policies of ADCH. Attendees are encouraged to use their discretion and critical judgment when interpreting and applying the information provided. 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-virtual-open-meeting-0126/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251125
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SUMMARY:In-Person Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nJoin us for the final Open Meeting of 2025 hosted by Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter. This event is exclusively for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors and offers an opportunity for learning\, networking\, and collaboration. \nLocation\nGrand Hotel Gosforth Park\, High Gosforth Park\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE3 5HN. \nEvent Details\nOpen Meeting\n\nDate: Tuesday 25th November 2025\nTime: Registration from 09:30\, meeting start at 10:00\, close for lunch at approx. 13:30\nCost: Attendance is free for Members and invited Sponsors.\nComplementary Lunch and refreshments: Refreshments and lunch will be provided.  Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking.\n\nYou can view the full meeting agenda here. \nHost site tours\n\nDates: 24th & 25th November\nTimes: 14:00\, 14:30\, 15:00\nDetails: Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter are kindly offering site tours.\n\nPre-Open Meeting Dinner\n\nDate: Monday 24th November 2025\nTime: Arrival from 19:00\, dinner at 19:30\nMenu: Three-course set menu\n\nAccommodation\nPlease note that rooms can not be booked through ADCH and bookings should be made directly with the hotel. \nAccommodation bookings are to be done through the Central Reservations call centre. \nThe call centre is open Monday – Friday 08:00 – 18:30 and Saturday and Sunday 09:00 – 17:30 \nThe phone number is 01912364111 option 1 for reservations and quote “Association of Dogs & Cats Homes” \nLimited number of rooms available.  \nContact Information\nFor any queries\, please contact us at events@adch.org.uk.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/in-person-open-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Grand Hotel Gosforth Park\, High Gosforth Park\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE3 5HN\, Grand Hotel Gosforth Park\, High Gosforth Park\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE3 5HN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250923T130000
DTSTAMP:20250916T152114Z
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SUMMARY:ADCH Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nOur next Open Meeting of 2025 will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday 23rd September at 10:00. \nIn conjunction with the Open Meeting\, we will be joined by guest speaker Peter Newcombe from Cheltenham Animal Shelter\, who will deliver a session for members titled ‘Doing More With Less.’ \nYou can view the full programme here. \nYou can view a draft copy of the minutes from our last Open Meeting\, held on the 15 July 2025\, on our ‘Previous Events’ page here. \nWho can attend \nThis event is available for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend the Open Meeting. \nRegistration\nYou can pre-register for the meeting by clicking here.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-virtual-open-meeting-0925/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250715T124500
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SUMMARY:ADCH AGM and Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n10:00 – 10:50   The ADCH Annual General Meeting (AGM)\nWe invite all voting Members (Full Members) to join us for our virtual AGM. \nThe AGM is an opportunity for us to reflect on the past year and to understand ADCH plans for the year ahead. \nWe will also be confirming the results of the Trustee Elections. \nThe full agenda can be found here. \nThe Minutes of the last Meeting can be found here. \nThe Trustees Report and Annual Accounts for 2024 can be found here. \n11:00 – 12:45   Virtual Open Meeting\nFollowing a short screen break\, we will welcome all Members (including Affiliate and Provisional) to join us for our second Open Meeting of the year\, which will include: \nThe human side of animal welfare: how sector changes are affecting our teams\nIzzy Tutcher\, Leicester Animal Aid\nAn exploration of how sector changes are placing greater strain on our teams\, making staff wellbeing a growing priority. \nWe’ll examine the need for support\, the challenges for frontline staff and managers\, the benefits for animal welfare\, available support and opportunities for collaboration. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members. \nPlease note: Only Voting Members can attend the AGM 10:00 – 10:50. \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend the AGM or Open Meeting. \nRegistration\nRegistration in advance is required. Register here.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-virtual-agm-and-open-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250318T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250318T130000
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SUMMARY:ADCH Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nOur first Open Meeting of 2025 will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday 18th March at 10:00. \nJoin us for our first Open Meeting of 2025\, where you’ll receive key updates on our work and have the opportunity to share your own. This virtual meeting will also feature: \nHelping You Apply ADCH Minimum Welfare and Operational Standards in Your Rescue \nMembers of ADCH’s Standards & Animal Welfare Committee will host a session focused on key standards that members frequently have queries about. We will look at standards for dogs and cats to help Members understand how the standards discussed apply in their organisation. We will have an opportunity for you to ask any questions in advance. \nEmployment Law Update: Understanding the Employment Rights Bill\, Citation \n2024 was a year of unprecedented employment law change: from holiday pay and entitlement to new types of leave and requirements around preventing workplace harassment\, there’s been a lot to keep track of. The publication of the new Labour government’s Employment Rights Bill in October also set out further big\, proposed changes to employment rights across Great Britain. This session\, led by Director of Employment Law\, Gill McAteer\, will give you an overview of all the critical updates you need to know about\, so you can stay informed and prepared. She’ll cover… \n\nA recap of the Employment Law changes from 2024 including the new Sexual Harassment law that came into force in October 2024\nAn overview of the Employment Rights Bill and its significant proposals for employment law\, including proposed changes to zero hours contracts and sick pay\nThe steps you need to take to ensure your organisation is compliant\n\nView the full programme here: March 2025 Open Meeting Programme \nWho can attend\nThis event is open to ADCH Members and invited Supporters. \nCost to attend\nAttendance is free of charge. \nRegistration\nSecure your place by registering here. \n  \nDisclaimer  \nThe Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH) provides a platform for various speakers during its events and in its materials. Please note that ADCH does not endorse or validate every element of the presentations or information shared by speakers. The views and opinions expressed are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official position or policies of ADCH. Attendees are encouraged to use their discretion and critical judgment when interpreting and applying the information provided. 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-virtual-open-meeting-0125/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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SUMMARY:ADCH Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nJoin us for the final Open Meeting of 2024 hosted by RSPCA Sussex North & Brighton Branch. This event is exclusively for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors and offers an opportunity for learning\, networking\, and collaboration. \nLocation\nLeonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront\, Kings Road\, Brighton\, BN1 2GS \nWe are pleased to share that we have some very informative speakers on important topics for our sector. Please see the full agenda for the meeting here.\nEvent Details\nOpen Meeting \n\nDate: 12 November\nTime: Registration from 9.30 AM\, Start at 10:00 AM\, Close for lunch at approx\, 1:30 PM\nCost: Attendance is free for Members and invited Sponsors.\nLunch and refreshments: Refreshments and lunch will be provided.  Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking.\n\nWe are pleased to share that we have some very informative speakers on important topics for our sector. Please see the full agenda for the meeting here. \nPre-Open Meeting Dinner  \n\nDate: 11 November\nTime: Arrival from 7:00 PM\, Dinner at 7:30 PM\nCost: £40 per person\n\nTo book dinner and Open Meeting attendance without accommodation\, please email events@adch.org.uk. \nHost site tours \n\nDates: 11 & 12 November\nTimes: 14:00\, 14:30\, 15:00\nDetails: RSPCA Sussex North & Brighton Branch are kindly offering site tours.  Delegates will be asked to pre-book their timeslot after registering.\n\nAccommodation\nWe have reserved rooms at Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront on 11 November\, at the following rates: – \n\nSingle Occupancy B&B: £120\nTwin/Double Occupancy B&B: £135\n\nLimited number of rooms reserved. Please book early to avoid disappointment. \nRegistration\nRegistration is now open.  Please book your tickets below. \nIf you are booking a residential ticket you will be given the option to pay by card or BACS when you checkout. \nContact Information\nFor any queries\, please contact us at events@adch.org.uk \n 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-in-person-open-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront\, Kings Road\, Brighton\, BN1 2GS
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240910T100000
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SUMMARY:ADCH Virtual Open Meeting - September 2024
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nOur third Open Meeting of 2024 will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday 10th September at 10:00. \nIn addition to updates on the work of ADCH\, there will be two guest presentations: – \nAn introduction to Human Behaviour Change and how this approach can help animal welfare charities\nJoin Kerry Taylor (Blue Cross) and Chris Bennet (Woodgreen) for an introduction into Human Behaviour Change and how we can help pets through people. \nUpdate from AMDO (Association of Microchip Database Operators)\nRepresentatives from AMDO will be providing an update on what they have achieved\, their engagement with DEFRA and how to deal with the databases and any complaints. \nYou can view the full programme here. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend the Open Meeting. \nRegistration\nYou can pre-register for the meeting by clicking here.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-virtual-open-meeting-2024-september/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240702T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240702T140000
DTSTAMP:20240619T105003Z
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SUMMARY:ADCH AGM and Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n10:00 – 11:00       The ADCH Annual General Meeting (AGM)\nWe invite all voting Members (Full Members) to join us for our virtual AGM. \nThe AGM is an opportunity for us to reflect on the past year and to understand ADCH plans for the year ahead. \nWe will also be confirming the results of the Trustee Elections. \nThe full agenda can be found here 2024 AGM Agenda \nThe Minutes of the last Meeting can be found here AGM DRAFT MINUTES 06042023 \nThe Trustees Report and Annual Accounts for 2023 can be found here 2. TRUSTEES’ REPORT & ANNUAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31122023 \nFollowing a short screen break\, we will welcome all Members (including Affiliate and Provisional) to join us for the following presentations: \n11:15 -12:15       Supporting our Volunteers\, Jenny Whyte\, Trustee\, Scottish Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rescue\nJenny Whyte\, a Trustee at the Scottish Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rescue and an experienced voluntary management consultant with Cranfield Trust\, will be speaking about strategies to support our volunteers. Her focus will be on promoting their wellbeing and enhancing their resilience.  \n12:20 -13:20       Responsible Dog Ownership Course (RDOC)\, Kerry Taylor\, Education Officer\, Blue Cross\nKerry White\, Education Officer at Blue Cross\, will be presenting the Responsible Dog Ownership Course (RDOC). This session will explore the motivation behind its creation\, the delivery methods they employ\, and the current progress of the programme. Designed as an online course for police and local authorities\, to provide education and knowledge for low level Section 3 Offences. The course aims to encourage positive changes for owners and their dogs and to enhance safer communities \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members. Note: Only Voting Members can attend the AGM 10 – 11 \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend the AGM or Open Meeting. \nRegistration\nRegistration in advance is required.  Register here.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-virtual-agm-and-open-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240312T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240312T140000
DTSTAMP:20240229T161423Z
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SUMMARY:ADCH Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nOur first Open Meeting of 2024 will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday 12th March at 10:00. In conjucntion with the Open Meeting\, we plan to hold two sessions which we believe will be relevant and useful to members. \nYou can view or download the full agenda here. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend the Open Meeting. \nRegistration\nYou can pre-register for the meeting by clicking here.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-virtual-open-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231107T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T153000
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SUMMARY:ADCH Open Meeting November 2023
DESCRIPTION:About this Event \nHosted by Hope Rescue\, this will be our final Open Meeting for 2023. \nWho can attend \nThis event is for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors. \nLocation \nThe Vale Resort\, Hensol Park\, Hensol\, Vale of Glamorgan\, CF72 8JY \nEvent Details \nIn addition to news from ADCH\, we will have important updates on legislation (including a session on American Bully XL). \nPeter Laurie will be presenting on ‘One Health – what it is\, why it’s important\, and what we as a sector \ncan do about it‘ and Rachel Jackson will be delivering ‘I like the way you move – Movement Matters’\, a workshop on gait analysis. \nThere will of course be plenty of opportunity to catch-up with colleagues from the sector. \nFull agenda can be found here. \nFor those arriving the day before (6 November)\, there will be a 3-course dinner with entertainment. \nArrival for the dinner is from 7.00 pm\, to be seated to dine at 7.30pm.  Menu will be available shortly. \nHope Rescue are kindly facilitating tours of their sites on the afternoon of 6 November and 7 November.  Further details will be provided after booking your ticket. \nCost to attend \nThe Open Meeting is free to attend for Members and invited Sponsors.  Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nFor those staying over and dining with us on 6 November the costs below (which includes use of leisure facilities) are: – \nSingle occupancy – bed\, breakfast\, dinner and meeting attendance           £140 \n2 people sharing – bed\, breakfast\, dinner and meeting attendance            £220 \nThere are a limited number of rooms secured at this rate so please book early to avoid disappointment. \nRegistration \nOnline registration for this event is now closed.  Please contact events@adch.org.uk to enquire about availability.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adchopenmeetnov23/
LOCATION:The Vale Resort\, Hensol Park\, Hensol\, Vale of Glamorgan\, CF72 8JY
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230718T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230718T120000
DTSTAMP:20230629T150459Z
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SUMMARY:July ADCH Fundraisers Forum
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nThe forum is aimed at ADCH Member fundraisers of all levels and plans to provide fundraisers with a platform to collaborate and share ideas to benefit local animal welfare organisations. \nLisa Harrison\, Fundraising Manager for National Animal Welfare Trust\, will be hosting the July meeting on Tuesday 18th of July 2023\, 11am-12pm via Zoom. \nWe are excited to now share the details of the guest speakers at our upcoming forum meeting on the 18th July at 11am. Please see below: \nWe will have two gues speakers from Guardaian Angel\, who will deliver a presentation on ‘Utilising a free wills service within your legacy programme’. Katie Wimpenny (Senior Partnership Manager) & Dylan Burke (Head of Charity Partnerships) will cover an overview of how Guardian Angel’s  services and campaigns work and share some of their top tips and insights on how Members can utilise a free wills service within their legacy programmes. \nThis session will be delivered in first half of the meeting\, with the remainder of the meeting to be for questions\, informal discussion and idea and solution sharing between the forum. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members. \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend. \nRegistration\nYou will need to pre-register for forum by clicking here. You will receive an email with your meeting link\, please do keep this safe so you can access the meeting. 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/july-adch-fundraisers-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers Forum,Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230711T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230711T140000
DTSTAMP:20230705T145522Z
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SUMMARY:July 2023 Virtual Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nOur Open Meeting for this quarter is going to be held virtually on Tuesday 11th July at 10:00. We are going to have two interesting sessions which we believe will be relevant to all members\, and would encourage as many of you to join us as possible: \n\nUpdate on microchipping in the UK \nFounder members of the newly formed Association of Microchip Database Operators\, Simon Clark of PETTrac and Phil McKinnon of Chipworks will provide members with an update on the work and aims of the Association\, and what this means for our sector.You will be able to submit questions in advance when you register for the meeting\, and if time allows\, we will also take questions from the floor.\nElectric shock collars banned – what next for training and behaviour? \nWe’ll hold an interactive session to start ADCH’s engagement with members to consider the definition of aversive training and methods. We will look at ways we use to control\, manage and modify the behaviour of the animals in our care. We will have qualified behaviourists from within ADCH’s volunteer force\, and be joined by Anne McBride\, Chairperson of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC)\n\nYou can find the full programme here.\nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nThere is no cost to attend the Open Meeting. \nRegistration\nYou will need to pre-register for Tuesday’s meeting by clicking here. You will receive an email with your meeting link\, please do keep this safe until Tuesday 11th July so you can access the meeting. 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-open-meeting-july-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230406T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230406T130000
DTSTAMP:20240404T150137Z
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SUMMARY:ADCH Annual General Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n10:00 – 11:00       The ADCH Annual General Meeting (AGM)\nWe invite all voting Members (Full Members) to join us for our virtual AGM. \nThe AGM is an opportunity for us to reflect on the past year and to understand ADCH plans for the year ahead. \nWe will also be confirming the results of the Trustee Elections. \nFollowing a short screen break\, we will welcome all Members to join us for the following presentation and workshop: – \n11:10 -12:00       How to Manage Rising Energy Costs\, Emily Berry\, Partnerships Manager\, Utility Aid\nOur Guest speaker from Utility Aid will be discussing the current situation\, talking about the Energy Bill Discount Scheme\, and sharing energy saving tips and sources of support. \n12:05 – 12:55     Menopause in the workplace\, Susie Hughes\, RSPCA Manchester & Salford Branch\nThis workshop is for anyone who is affected by the menopause or peri-menopause – whether you are going through it\, working alongside those going through it\, or simply want to learn more. We will explore this life-changing experience\, share coping strategies and useful resources. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members. Note: Only Voting Members can attend the AGM 10 – 11. \nRegistration\nRegistration in advance is required.  Register here \n 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-annual-general-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230208
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SUMMARY:February 2023 Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nHosted by Mayflower Sanctuary\, this will be our first Open Meeting for 2023. \nWho can attend\nThis event is for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors. \nLocation\nBest Western Premier Mount Pleasant Hotel\, Great North Road (A638)\, Doncaster\, DN11 0HW \nEvent Details\nA copy of the event programme can be found here \nAs in previous years a 3 course dinner is planned for the evening before (6 February 2022).  View Menu here \nArrival for the dinner is from 7.00 pm\, to be seated to dine at 7.30pm. \nCost to attend\nThe Open Meeting is free to attend for Members (Sponsors please check details of your sponsorship package) and refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegistration\nRegistration is now closed.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Doncaster\, Great North Road (A638)\, Doncaster\, DN11 0HW
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221118T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221118T133000
DTSTAMP:20221115T094150Z
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SUMMARY:November 2022 Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nJoin us via zoom for our final open meeting of the year. \nIn addition to the updates on the work of the ADCH and legislation\, we will provide a summary from the recent cost of living survey.  Members will then have an opportunity to work in smaller groups to further discuss 1 or 2 of the common problems and identify possible solutions and ideas. \nIn our second session Mel O’Sullivan (St Giles Animal Centre)\, Chris Bray (Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter)\, Emma Green (Ferne Animal Sanctuary) and Alison Jarvis (Cheltenham Animal Shelter) will be sharing their innovative fundraising activities to help inspire others. \nA copy of the full Programme can be found here. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and 2022 Sponsors (Platinum\, Gold and Silver). \nCost to attend\nFree event. \nRegistration\nRegistration in advance is required.  You will be sent a link to join the meeting after completing the registration form here 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/november22-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220705T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220705T150000
DTSTAMP:20220704T105725Z
CREATED:20211229T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T105725Z
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SUMMARY:July 2022 Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nHosted by Oak Tree Animals’ Charity\, this will be our first ‘in person’ Open Meeting since Covid forced us to move to virtual meetings in 2019. \nWho can attend\nThis event is for ADCH Members and 2022 Sponsors. \nLocation\nThe Crown Hotel\, Celtic Cottage\, Carlisle\, Cumbria\, CA4 8ES \nEvent Details\nThe Open Meeting will take place on 5 July 2022 from 10.00 am until approx. 2.00pm when a buffet lunch will be served.  Download the Draft Agenda here \nAs in previous years a 3 course dinner is planned for the evening before (4 July 2022).  Vegetarian and vegan options will be available. Download the menu here \nArrival for the dinner is from 7.00 pm\, to be seated to dine at 7.30pm. \nOak Tree Animals’ Charity have kindly agreed to host tours\, if this is of interest please indicated when registering\, so we can provide further details. \nCost to attend\nThe Open Meeting is free to attend for Members (Sponsors please check your details of your sponsorship package) and refreshments and lunch will be provided.  The Cost of Evening Meal and Accommodation the night before (4 July) are detailed below. \n3 Course Dinner on 4 July 2022: £25 per person \nAccommodation on 4 July 2022: A special ‘event rate’ has been negotiated: £109 for double rooms and £89 for single rooms.  \nSupplements for the higher room types are as follows: Crown suite £100\, Family £30\, Greenlane £30\, Superior £20\, Signature £70 \nRegistration\nRegistration is now closed. \nPlease note that those requiring hotel accommodation and evening meal will need to book this directly with the hotel.  Once registered we will provide you with contact details and an event code so that you can book at the Special Event rates. \n  \n 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/july22-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Carlisle\, Crown Hotel\, Celtic Cottage\, Carlisle\, Cumbria\, CA4 8ES\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220512T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220512T130000
DTSTAMP:20220510T144640Z
CREATED:20220318T195554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T144640Z
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SUMMARY:ADCH Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\n\nOnce again our AGM will be held virtually. \n10:00 – 11:00       The ADCH Annual General Meeting (AGM)\nWe invite all voting Members (Full Members) to join us  for the AGM. \nThe Annual General Meeting (AGM) is an opportunity for us all to reflect on the past year and to understand ADCH plans for the year ahead. \nThe AGM will also see the election of new Committee Members to help take forward the plans for the next year. \nFollowing a screen break we would like to welcome all Members and 2022 Sponsors  for our presentations. \n11:10 -12:00       Tackling Energy Issues: exploring your options\nPanel of 4: Adam Clowes (Dogs Trust)\, Simon Haste (Cats Protection)\, Tim Mitchell (Dogs Trust)\, Steve Byrne (GSPCA) \n12:00 – 12:50     The Power of Choice and Training in the Shelter Environment\nChirag Patel\, Chirag Patel Consulting \nChirag Patel Bio \nChirag entered the field professionally in 2004 and has since become a leading figure in the profession internationally. He consults on the behaviour management and training of all animals living under human care (including domestic and wild ones). He is highly sought after for work with high profile private clients\, organisations as well as teaching workshops and presenting at conferences. Chirag has worked with rescue and welfare organisations around the world including working at Dogs Trust for a year. Chirag can be seen on a number of TV shows including on BBC 1’s TV Series Nightmare Pets SOS\, 5 Stars’ Cats and Dogs at War and most recently ITV’s The Pet Show.   \nChirag is passionate about the application of ethical behaviour change science to improve the life of animals living under human care by teaching animals to be active participants in their own daily and veterinary care in a low-stress manner. The goal is to empower all learners including the human ones.  \n\n\n\nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members. Note: Only Voting Members can attend the AGM 10 – 11. \nCost to attend\nFree event. \nRegistration\nRegistration in advance is required. \nRegister Now\n  \n 
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/adch-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220208T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220208T133000
DTSTAMP:20220202T203331Z
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SUMMARY:February Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nThis Open Meeting will be held virtually over Zoom. \nDownload a copy of the Programme here \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nFree event for ADCH Members and Sponsors. \nRegistration\nRegister on Zoom now using link here \nOnce we have received and approved your registration you will receive an email containing meeting entry link.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/february22-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211118T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211118T124500
DTSTAMP:20211027T080916Z
CREATED:20201008T122720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T080916Z
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SUMMARY:November Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nThe programme is available here. We will be covering stray dog contracts\, the cat vaccine shortage and the French Bulldog health testing programme. \nThis Open Meeting will be held virtually over Zoom. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nFree event. \nRegistration\nRegistration in advance is required. You can register here.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/november21-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210722T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210722T133000
DTSTAMP:20201201T124535Z
CREATED:20201008T122610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T124535Z
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SUMMARY:July Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nDetails coming soon. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nFree event. \nRegistration\nRegistration will open June 2021
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/july-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210513T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210513T133000
DTSTAMP:20201201T124439Z
CREATED:20200810T074750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T124439Z
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SUMMARY:May Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nDetails coming soon. \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nFree event. \nRegistration\nRegistration will open April 2021
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/may-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210218T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210218T133000
DTSTAMP:20201201T124323Z
CREATED:20201008T145702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T124323Z
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SUMMARY:February Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nDetails coming soon.  Please check back in the New Year \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nFree event. \nRegistration\nRegistration essential.  Registration is expected to open on 1 February 2021
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/february-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201113T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201113T130000
DTSTAMP:20201127T164644Z
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SUMMARY:November Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nThe  November Open Meeting will include updates on the work of the ADCH Board of Trustees and Committees\, along with a Legislative update.  Grace Carroll (Queen’s University Belfast) will report on ‘A Global Study of Companion Animal Adoption and Relinquishment during the Pandemic’; Kit Lendon and Tracy Genever (Blue Cross) will cover ‘Safeguarding – What it means for your Organisation’. \nAt noon\, the programme will split into two Breakout Sessions: one cover ‘Stray Dog Contracts (the arguments for and against)’\, the other ‘The Importance of Kitten Socialisation – Preparing a Kitten to cope with the Human World’.  At the end of the session\, the two groups will come back together for final updates and any other business. \nOpen-Meeting-Programme-Friday-13-November-2020 \nWho can attend\nThis event is available for ADCH Members and Sponsors. \nCost to attend\nFree event. \nEvent Recording\nA recording of the event is available in the Members Only Area.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/november-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADCH":MAILTO:events@adch.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200924T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200924T130000
DTSTAMP:20201008T115325Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T115325Z
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SUMMARY:September Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The September ‘virtual’ Open Meeting provided an update on what the ADCH has been doing; how members have worked through the crisis\, and looked forward to the rest of the year\, and 2021.  We had a Legislative update\, a report on the Annual Return results and a speaker from Petplan informed about the 2021 ADCH & Petplan Awards. \nIn the afternoon\, we split the programme into four ‘Breakout Sessions’ – two covering dog issues\, two covering cats.  In each session a Facilitator invited two or three speakers to give a brief (5-10 mins) overview from the perspective of their organisations and then there was a discussion with attendees.  At the end of the session\, the four groups came back together and the Facilitators provided a top-line summary of their respective group’s discussions. \nEvent Recording\nA recording of the event is available in the Members Only Area.
URL:https://adch.org.uk/event/september-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Open Meeting
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