Society daily 10.04.12

• Britain is in the dark about the estimated 100,000 children who run away in the UK every year and end up on our streets. Most people (68%) are unaware about this issue in the UK, solely associating "street children" with the developing world.

In the runup to the International Day for Street Children on 12 April governments and society are being called upon to sign a pledge to stand up for the rights of street children at streetchildrenday.org. This public support will be shared at a UN meeting in June.

Other news

• Tonight, BBC Three is screening the second episode in its two-part series called Prison, My Family and Me. In an article connected to the programme 13-year-old Cheyenne talks about what it's like when you're mum is locked up in jail.

• One of the attendees at the National Union of Teachers' conference in Torquay called Michael Gove an "evil entity who hovers around and seems to think we're doing such an excellent job we should be working longer and longer hours for less and less pay". The Independent's Richard Garner ponders what it is about the education secretary that makes people hate him so much.

Events and seminars

Digital communications and campaigning for charities

Thursday 19 April, Kings Cross, London

This half-day seminar will enable you plan, implement and manage your online campaign to maximum effect. It will give you practical advise on how to get the most out of popular social media websites as well as help you define your target audience. This event is a must for anyone needing to plan a campaign to create relationships with supporters to champion your long-term aims.

The Green Deal - A real opportunity?

Tuesday 24 April, Kings Cross, London

The Green Deal offers opportunity for both the social housing sector and local authorities to reduce carbon emissions. How can your organisation maximise the benefits of the scheme for both tenants and your finances?

Making the most of social media for social housing

Friday 4 May, Kings Cross, London

This overview of social media channels will show you how to use them to maximum effect, with clear, practical examples of ways to save money, improve your communications and form a social media campaign

Managing volunteers

Tuesday 15 May, Kings Cross, London

Engaging with volunteers is an increasingly challenging task. This half-day seminar will help you explore what 21st century volunteers want and what you need to do to involve them effectively. Delivered by leading expert Rob Jackson, this session is a must for anyone building a long-term volunteer engagement strategy.

Successful bid writing

Friday 18 May, Kings Cross, London

Bid writing is an essential skill in voluntary sector organisations. This interactive seminar will help you create applications and bids that demonstrate your organisation's strengths and priorities, how you differ from other projects, what the benefits are for your clients and the community and how you'll be able to measure them.