Launch event for the RISE employment service for refugees Refugees and asylum seekers face multiple barriers to employment. These include language, poor wellbeing due to traumatic experiences, and a lack of recognition of their qualifications by UK employers. This means that unemployment in refugee communities is above 50%, compared to 6% for the UK national […]
Open to families, carers and survivors of brain injury, the group is a great place to receive information and support from others who have experienced the same issues first-hand. They are also the perfect place to meet HEL staff and access our advocacy service to receive information about welfare benefits, health and social care services […]
22nd July - 3rd September 12pm-4:30pm (Monday to Sunday) The School of Anarchy will explore the themes of LGBTQ activism and protests, banners and flags, DIY cultures and activist zines. Queer artist Jacob V Joyce will be creating an exciting and interactive in house exhibit and a series of fun kids activities. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sutton-house-and-breakers-yard/features/school-of-anarchy-
Make vibrant decorations for the Hackney One Carnival on 10 September, while listening to live music, and if you are under 5, enjoying the Hackney Playbus. 22 July, 29 July and Saturday 5 August. http://www.hackney.gov.uk/dalston-square
The programme for children aged 10 - 13 if full of events and classes and will be open from 24 July until 4 August. Want to do something different this summer? Why not start your career here while having fun. Workshops and clubs Include: Breakfast clubs, Family Fun Day, Baking, Arts & Crafts, Music, Film […]
Exploring health inequalities: This session delivered by Rachel and will cover how the wider determinants of health affect us – leading to health inequalities. It will also explore how by understanding this we can act to change this. It is important for all volunteers, sessional staff and new staff to attend. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/exploring-health-inequalities-tickets-35563268694?aff=erelpanelorg
We invite you to attend the next event in our briefing series, this time focusing on our Environmental and Land Defenders campaign. At this event, we will launch our latest report detailing the killings in 2016 of those defending their land, rivers and forests against destructive industries. These ‘land and environmental defenders’ are being murdered […]
Colourful Beginnings is a non-profit organisation that works with the families of premature/sick babies on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We aim to bring hope to these families by sharing success stories on our social media platforms, organising networking events, providing support and giving out care packages throughout the year. We are having our […]
The Summer Knees Up is a family fun day, which will raise vital funds for St Joseph’s Hospice as well as giving our local community the chance to come and find out more about us. There will be stalls selling a range of items including clothes, crafts and bric-a-brac. We will also have entertainment on […]
Hackney Young People’s University (HYPU) runs a range of summer activities for children and families. Have fun with your family while take part in the following workshops: Baking made Easy, Music production, Cake Decorating, Arts & Crafts, Singing. Cost: free https://www.htea1.com/hypu-programme-2017
Hackney Young People’s University (HYPU) runs a range of summer activities for children and families. Have fun with your family while take part in the following workshops: Baking made Easy, Music production, Cake Decorating, Arts & Crafts, Singing. Cost: free https://www.htea1.com/hypu-programme-2017
Help keep the garden beautiful and learn about growing herbs and vegetables. The gardening sessions are run almost every Saturday. http://dalstongarden.org/dig-weekly-saturday-afternoon-volunteer-gardening/
Learn new skills playing games from around the world, plus classics like backgammon and giant chess. For ages 8+ 11th, 18th and 25th August http://www.hackney.gov.uk/dalston-square
Frontline are delighted to invite you to our London career changer networking evening. The Frontline Leadership Development Programme offers individuals the opportunity to transform the lives of vulnerable children, training as a child protection social workers and completing fully-funded postgraduate diploma and masters qualifications. Frontline are committed to attracting and recruiting outstanding participants to join […]
A Celebration of Art and Creativity in a Mad World - Your brutality is against the rules of Humanity. Do join us as we launch our charity Nomad – Nations of Migration Awakening the Diaspora. Come and learn from us and with us the real stories behind the mythical headlines of Migration, Refugee and Asylum […]
Boost your confidence and realise that skills and personal qualities count! Contact: Maxine Collins, maxinec@hcvs.org.uk Telephone: 020 7923 1962
Discover what an interpreter in the community does; how to provide valuable help to people who have difficulty in accessing help and advice. The Community Interpreting Pathway provides a range of opportunities for people to explore their skills, abilities and interests in becoming a community interpreter. For more information and to book, email: maxinec@hcvs.org.uk
Compassionate Neighbours is free community-led support at St Joseph's Hospice for anyone living with or caring for a person with a serious, long-term or terminal illness, or a person who is frail and/or isolated. This is a 2 day training on 9th and 16th September. For more information please contact Joy on 020 8525 3206, j.kahumbu@stjh.org.uk or […]
Join us as the procession dances its way along Queensbridge Road, Richmond Road, Mare Street, Amhurst Road and Dalston Lane between 1.30-5pm. As well as the procession, there's: a pop-up play area and hula-hoop workshops in Gillett Square from 12 noon-6pm the Hackney Playbus and other entertainment in Hackney Town Hall Square from 12 noon-3pm Carnival judging […]
Thousands of new/secondhand books, all £1 each. 'As new' books donated by publishers/publications and good quality second-hand bargains from our bookshops. All topics - fiction/non-fiction, including lots of foreign language novels. Tubes: Old St/Liverpool St. Buses: Shoreditch High Street.
These free sessions will help you with your CV, job search, filling in application forms, applying for jobs more effectively and interview preparation. Your tutor will support you with setting some personal goals and you will keep a record of your progress towards achieving these. For more information call 020 8525 6960 or email info@hmp.org.uk […]
Are you a frontline worker that offers regular advice and support to children and young people in Hackney? Frontline staff and volunteers - Would you like to improve your practitioner skills and access support in a peer to peer setting? Managers -Would you like your staff to receive regular casework supervision and work with service […]
A weekend of fun for all the family featuring a street food court with a variety of ready to eat offers and speciality drinks, groceries, a live music stage, bar area offering the best of British and International craft beers and ales as well as rides for the children. Friday, 15th September: 11am to 7pm […]
The London Festival of Choice aims to raise awareness of threats to reproductive rights and the plight of those in countries around the world who do not have access to safe and legal abortion. The Festival also wishes to celebrate the solidarity and feminist activism and to strengthen and support the prochoice message, locally and globally.
Show off your baking, preserving and horticultural skills and enjoy: live music – raffle – home-made jam and honey for sale – games for all – freshly-pressed apple juice – plant stall – produce for sale – free entry.
DIY Art Market is back in Hackney, as part of London Design Festival. D.I.Y. Art Market, brings together a community of creatives and provides visitors the opportunity to discover and take home unique pieces that include - art prints, ceramics, zines, independent publications, jewellery, sewn items, screen prints, and artist books.
A competition of home-grown flowers, vegetables, fruit, baked goods, jams and crafts, with entry open to everyone. Stalls include baked goods, tombola, books/CDs/DVDs, plants, teas and cakes, children's games and face painting, raffle and the famous De Beauvoir Dog Show. Contact: Nancy Korman, e-mail: nancylkorman@hotmail.co.uk, telephone: 0207 249 4919
A wellbeing and employability course for Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic women who are not working or in education. Contact us: learn@peterbedford.org.uk or call 0203 815 4100
Do you need to build skills in your organisation for change management; organisational development; team building or coaching? Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a recognised technique that builds on an organisations or individuals strengths and assets with the aim of building or rebuilding organisations around what works, rather than trying to fix what doesn't. Hackney CVS […]
Do you need to build skills in your organisation for change management; organisational development; teambuilding or coaching? Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a recognised technique that builds on an organisations or individuals strengths and assets with the aim of building or rebuilding organisations around what works, rather than trying to fix what doesn't. Hackney CVS have […]
Create your Future. Come along to this fun session and meet like-minded BAME women who are thinking of returning to work. To book your place email maxinec@hcvs.org.uk or call 020 7923 1962 On the day, please bring the following documents with you: proof of being unemployed and your UK passport, Residency Permit or Home Office letter […]
This practical, accessible and fun course is ideal for those new to playwork. The course will cover Play Way Level 2 Certificate in Playwork, Paediatric First Aid Certificate and Safeguarding. http://www.hcvs.org.uk/resources/CYF_flier_HPA_new_logos_3_08_17.pdf
This practical training session aims to provide an understanding of data management procedures using the MS Access service user database. This includes how it is applied in practice and its importance for organisations holding personal information on their service users and volunteers. Who is this aimed at? Anyone who has a degree of/overall responsibility for […]
This ½-day workshop is open to staff from statutory and non-statutory agencies from across the CHSAB partnership and to those working with adults with care and support needs in the City of London and Hackney areas. Attendees will be in positions such as social worker, housing officer, organisational safeguarding lead, manager/senior manager, nurse/senior nurse, nursing […]
We have plenty of Cook and Eat courses taking place across Hackney and they're all completely FREE. Come and join us in your local area! Every Tuesday 4pm-6pm, 3rd October - 7th November (excluding 24th October). To find out about our next set of courses and book a place, contact us: food@shoreditchtrust.org.uk , 020 7033 8529.
Our courses are fun and friendly and you will learn how to prepare fresh, seasonal ingredients and make nutritious, satisfying and delicious meals with your neighbours. Every Wednesday 4 October - 8th November, 6pm-8pm. To book a place, contact 02070338529 or food@shoreditchtrust.org.uk.
A festival of food, workshops, performances, arts and crafts, massage and more. Join us at Centre 151 for our Wellbeing Day and get a free taster of our many activities in a family friendly atmosphere: Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, massage, Zumba, arts & crafts for children. Dive into Vietnamese culture through delicious homemade food, […]
Come along to this fun session and meet like-minded BAME women who are thinking of returning to work 11.00am – 12.30pm: Explore Your Career Options and Professional Development 12.30 – 1.30 pm: Individual support and Create Your Future registration For more information and to book your place, e-mail Zebina.Myrie@hcvs.org.uk or call 020 7923 […]
Our courses are fun and friendly and you will learn how to prepare fresh, seasonal ingredients and make nutritious, satisfying and delicious meals with your family and neighbours. Every Thursday 4pm-6pm, 12 October - 23 November (Excluding 26th October). Booking essential. Call 02070338529 or email food@shoreditchtrust.org.uk.
This is an event for young people from Hackney aged between 15-19 years, who are interested in getting into the media industry. We will have an exciting variety of industry professionals from film, radio, social media and many more to come in and give workshops and valuable experience of the industry. Age group: 15-19. Hackney […]
This practical workshop aims to provide an understanding of Data Protection Principles and Data Sharing Protocols. This includes how it is applied in practice and its importance for organisations holding personal information to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act. Who is this aimed at? Anyone who has a degree of/overall responsibility for data protection […]
This practical training session aims to provide an understanding of data management procedures using the MS Access service user database. This includes how it is applied in practice and its importance for organisations holding personal information on their service users and volunteers. Who is this aimed at? Anyone who has a degree of/overall responsibility for […]
This is an internationally recognized and certificated Adult Mental First Aid training delivered by certified Mental Health First Aid England instructors. This is an introductory three-hour mental health awareness course After attending this course you will be able to: Define mental health and some common mental health issues Identify stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health […]
Hackney Council's Public Health team and the City and Hackney Clinicial Commissioning Group (CCG) have joined forces to offer an exciting grants fund for projects to run from May 2018. This combines the existing Healthier Hackney Fund and the Innovation Fund, to create a larger programme that will support groups to deliver meaningful change for […]
Are you aged between 10-13? Want to do something different this half term? Why not start your career here while having fun. Workshops and clubs Include: Breakfast clubs, Family Fun Day, Baking, Arts & Crafts, Music, Film club and much more! Dates: 23 - 27 October 2017 […]
Tuesday 24 – Friday 27 October 2017, 10.30am - 12.30pm and 2 - 4pm. Free Creative workshops exploring how we make, keep and spend our time at home. New! Fun digital sessions including animation and designing your own advert for a servant in Victorian times.
Sweet Design Studio is proud to collaborate with Shoreditch Library again this year to host another event for Black History Month. 'Black SuperSheroes' will be the first of its kind to celebrate black women as superheroes. With Halle Berry being the last black (and only) actress to play a leading role as a superhero character […]
Join us for our black history month quiz! Friday 27th of October at 8 Palatine Road, N16 8SX. Tickets and more information: 0207 241 1646 / info@claudiajones.org
This a free entry event open to the community. We want to come together to learn and celebrate black history. Businesses, organisations, charities designers and artists will provide community information, refreshments, workshops, illustrative arts, crafts and decorative items. Please contact us for further information or to book a stall. Contact: Suzanne Asphall. Email: designsbysuzanne01@hotmail.com, telephone: […]
Hackney Co-operative Developments CIC is pleased to present the ‘Social Enterprise in the City’ conference in a partnership led with Hackney Council (for full list of partners see below). Using Hackney as a case study, the conference will explore how to develop a vibrant urban social enterprise ecosystem in which social enterprises can address inner […]
Compassionate Neighbours is free community-led support at St Joseph’s Hospice for anyone living with or caring for a person with a serious, long-term or terminal illness, or a person who is frail and/or isolated. This is a 2 day training on 4th and 11th November. For more information please contact Joy on 020 8525 3206, j.kahumbu@stjh.org.uk or […]
This space is especially for women who have experienced any form of abuse. We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday each month during term time, creating a safe space to talk about what’s on our minds and offer each other support. We welcome you to join us when you can. Where: Claudia Jones Organisation, 103 […]
Hackney CVS is working in partnership with Hackney Council to deliver a workshop on 'How to Apply' to the Hackney Small Grants up to £5,000. This workshop will: Provide an overview of the Hackney Small Grants programme Give details on the application process By the end of the workshop participants will be able to: Gain […]
Would you like to know more about how to keep healthy? Join us for this free community health event which includes the below and more: • Massage • Foot health session • Smoothie bikes – cycle your way to a smoothie • Information on local mental health support • Cooking healthy food on a budget […]
With real incomes falling and personal debt at a record high, there has never been a better time to improve your personal financial skills. What will the session cover? Know what you want to do with money; Know where your money goes; Know how to save money for your goals; Plan your spending in advance; […]
We invite you to co-design ways we can share knowledge and support each other to achieve a socially just and sustainable London for the future. We’ll bring together starter ideas from several sources: our exploration into Connecting Londoners, expertise from the Our Way Ahead network of networks, and the results of consultation by the Greater […]
Purpose: to ensure grassroots community issues and solutions are at the heart of London’s health inequality strategy and policy implementation The event is organized by Community Development Network London and Just Space as part of the #ourwayahead movement, in partnership with the Greater London Authority and London Metropolitan University. There will be a mix of […]
Active Citizens are individuals across the world who want to make a difference in their community. They are people and institutions established, trusted and valued in the community – volunteers, staff, apprentices, religious leaders, politicians, youth workers, social entrepreneurs etc. They are influential and working to improve the lives of people living in their community. […]
Compassionate Neighbours is free community-led support at St Joseph's Hospice for anyone living with or caring for a person with a serious, long-term or terminal illness, or a person who is frail and/or isolated. This is a 2 day training on 21st and 22nd November. For more information please contact Joy on 020 8525 3206, j.kahumbu@stjh.org.uk or CN@stjh.org.uk.
This practical training session aims to provide an understanding of Data Protection Principles, Data Sharing Protocols, and Collection and Managing good quality data using the MS Access service user database. We have developed an MS Access database that will help you improve your data entry procedures, recording, storing and reporting. Are you still using excel […]
Join this creative workshop You will have opportunity to use different techniques to produce your own earrings, bracelets and necklaces to take home, using a selection of cool colours and beads. No experience needed When? Date: 25th November 2017 Time: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm Where? Princess May Primary School, Princess May Road, London N16 […]
This is an internationally recognised and certificated Youth Mental First Aid training delivered by certified Mental Health First Aid England instructors. Do you work with Young people in Hackney? Do you want to learn how to promote a young person's mental and emotional wellbeing? Then attend this course which will […]
Looking to cut back on spending, but don’t know where to start? Come along to our relaxed workshop where you will be provided with: • tips to improve your money skills; • help with making a budget; • tools to set financial goals. Date: Thursday 30th November 2017 Time: 9.30am – 11.30am Venue: Thomas Fairchild […]
This fast-paced, interactive course will cover: • Preparing for a meeting, • The role of minute taking • The writing of minutes. During this bite-sized session you will learn how to: Identify areas of concern in minute taking Prepare for a meeting Recognize what to record and how to record minutes (Please note, this is […]
This taster workshop is aimed at unemployed BAME women interested in setting up their own businesses. The 2-hour session will enable you to explore ideas about the types of businesses you are interested in starting up. It will outline the 4 key steps when starting a business: getting advice, developing a business plan, getting finance, […]
This 3 hour training session will provide Adult Social Care staff with the knowledge you need to support the Slavery Safeguarding Lead (SSL). These sessions are open to Hackney ASC staff and to all members of the CHSAB. Read more here.
Would you like the chance to join, shape and develop a peer support network for Hackney based CEOs and Directors working in the charity, voluntary, social enterprise sector? If yes - come along and tell us what sort of network you would like to see. There are lots of suggestions on the table including: - […]
Boost your confidence and realise that your skills and personal qualities count! Try out this workshop and if you like it sign up for the longer pathway course. Date: Tuesday 12th December 2017 Time: 9.30 am – 11.30 am Venue: Thomas Fairchild Children’s Centre, Napier Grove, N1 7HX Buses: 76, 141, 21 or 394
This internationally recognised and certificated 2-day Youth Mental First Aid training is for those working with young people. This course will provide you with the information, tools, and techniques needed to support a young person who might be experiencing mental and emotional distress. Within each section, there is a clear focus on the issues faced […]
Do you want to learn English for life and work? There are free ESOL classes in Hackney to help you. Come to the ESOL advice day below and an adviser will check your level of English and help you to find a class. There are classes in the morning, afternoon and evening. Tuesday 19 December […]
A community concert for everyone. Featuring The Camden United Gospel Choir, St Katherine's Gospel Choir, The VMC Gospel Choir and others. More information in the leaflet here.
Wednesday, 22 November 2017 - Wednesday, 28 March 2018 12 noon - 3pm. Are you fed up of watching the telly? Wish to meet people who are over 50 and connect with people? We can help. Every Wednesday you can come and join us for tea/coffee and chat. Bring a friend or 2, sandwich and […]
Saturday, 06 January 2018 - Sunday, 11 February 2018 Are you passionate about film? Want a career in the film industry? If so, the BFI Film Academy is for you. This course offers you the chance to be part of our future film industry. To apply go to our website or call/email and we can […]
Trace the area's place in Hackney's history and people who have lived there. Visit two little known Victorian gems: Allen Gardens and St. Andrew's Church, with its beautiful murals. Meet 11am Stamford Hill entrance to Abney Park Cemetery N16 0LH. £10 (£8 concessions). To book email sea@walkhackney.co.uk/text 07710 414 240. Contact: Sean Gubbins. Email: sean@walkhackney.co.uk
MRS Independent Living Peer Support Project is running a 12 week course for Older People who have been diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes. The series will run from 10.30 – 12.30 am on Tuesdays from the 9th January 2018- 27th March. If you are unsure about the changes in your life style you should be […]
This introductory course is for people with health and safety responsibilities in community and voluntary sector organisations, who want to learn about the rights to working in a safe and healthy environment and how to enforce these rights. The session will cover: The Health & Safety at Work Act The Management of Health & Safety […]
Guest speaker: Jill Ellis Consultant Community Paediatrician, Hackney Ark Come and join us as we learn more about what Down’s Syndrome is, what causes Down’s Syndrome and what services there are in Hackney for families needing support. Also a chance to ask questions and meet other parents. Within this group we discuss issues that affect […]
A new Living with Hearing loss course starting 23 January 2018 for 8 weeks. If you are 50 plus, a Hackney resident and have a hearing loss – this is the course for you. It starts at 10.15 and offers lip reading practice, support with your hearing loss, information and advice on tinnitus, equipment, activities, […]
This introductory course will identify what should be considered when carrying out a risk assessment and will equip learners with the basic knowledge necessary to take on health and safety responsibilities and play a part in making workplaces safer. This course is ideal for: People with health and safety responsibilities in voluntary sector organisations; Staff […]
Are you a Hackney resident? Do you live in a hostel or temporary accommodation? Is your housing situation affecting your mental health and physical health? We want to hear from you for this public discussion. Speakers from: City and Hackney Mind Clinical Commissioning Group East London Foundation Trust Hackney resident London Borough of Hackney. […]
Rethink deliver an internationally recognised and certificated Mental Health First Aid training. This is an introductory three-hour mental health awareness course. This session will be a mix of presentations, discussions, and group work activities. After attending this course you will receive an Adult MHFA Lite manual as well as an attendance certificate from MHFA England. […]
Do you care for someone with dementia? Would you like to gain knowledge of the advanced stages of the condition and how to be best prepared for end of life? These monthly workshops provide an informal and supportive environment. You will have an opportunity to meet other relatives, discuss coping strategies and increase your confidence and wellbeing. […]
A conference "On Terrorism" will be held at Amnesty International in Shoreditch to help make sense of the increase in social violence in the UK and the rising global threat. For more information visit the website: http://www.discourse-conferences.co.uk/
This January, Willow are returning to Resource for London, Holloway Road, for Meet Team Willow 2018! We want Team Willow to reach even greater heights in 2018, and we’d be delighted if you could join us to meet other supporters and discuss how we can make it the best year ever. We would also love […]
A taster session in using herbs to make your own products. We’ll show you how to make an infused oil using calendula and how to combine it with waxes and essential oils to make a lip balm. Date: Monday 29th January 2018 Time: 10.00 am to 12.00 noon Venue: Cordwainers Grow, Studio 16, Celia Fiennes […]
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect on 25 May 2018 and most organisations in all sectors will need to make some changes in order to comply. This intensive workshop aims to provide you with in-depth knowledge on how to be GDPR compliant by May 2018. This includes how it should be applied in practice […]
You are invited to the launch of two exhibitions to mark LGBT History Month at Hackney Museum on 1 February: ‘From Bedroom to Battleground’ by Project Indigo and ‘Out and About’. ‘From Bedroom to Battleground’ has been created by members of Project Indigo, a local LGBTQI+ youth group run by Off Centre, a mental health […]
Sunday, 04 February 2018 - Sunday, 25 February 2018 3.30pm - 5.30pm A free 4-week personal safety and self defence course for women and girls over 13. No upper age limit. You must be able to commit to all 4-sessions to qualify for a potential space. £10.50 deposit is required to secure your place, which […]
CHSCB Safeguarding Children Surgeries at HCVS - Wednesday 7 February 2018, 12:00-4:30 24 - 30 Dalston Lane Hackney, London E8 3AZ These surgeries are for organisations that come into contact with children and families. Organisations working with children and families will, from time to time, have concerns about individual families. These surgeries are an opportunity to find out […]
Do you want to strengthen governance, better manage risk, deliver better services for users, improve operating practices and better demonstrate outcomes in your voluntary sector organisation? Then join us to find out more about PQASSO. This course is for anyone interested in developing and supporting strong voluntary sector organisations including trustees, staff, volunteers, funders, commissioners […]
Speak out about Housing & Health - Impact on Parents and Young People session RSVP Thu 08/02/2018 12:30-15:30 Pembury Community Centre Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London E8 1HL (Station: Hackney Downs)
East End Women's Museum and Hackney Museum would like to invite you to the launch of the exhibition 'Making Her Mark: 100 Years of Women's Activism in Hackney'. In 1918 most women over 30 gained the right to vote in parliamentary elections. But the story of women’s activism in Hackney doesn’t begin or end with […]
Rise Community Action hosts International Zero Tolerance to FGM Day Join us in marking this day and celebrating working in partnership to achieve zero tolerance to FGM. The day will feature: FGM Awareness workshop; a community conversation towards achieving zero tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM); personal testimony by FGM survivors. To book your […]
Parents and Parent supporters do you want to understand the risk young people face outside the home? We want to empower you to address the hidden challenges that young people face. Attend the Parent's KNOW HOW Session with key-note speaker Dr. Carlene Firman, University of Bedfordshire. Register here.
This 3-hour training session will provide Adult Social Care staff with the knowledge you need to support the Slavery Safeguarding Lead (SSL). These sessions are open to Hackney ASC staff and to all members of the CHSAB. The session will cover: - What trafficking and slavery are; - Nature and scale of the issue – […]
The Food for Life programme supports people to improve their physical and mental health by building a better relationship with food. At Food for Life, we believe that good food is essential to leading a healthy and happy life. By 'good food', we mean healthy, wholesome and flavoursome food, which we think is integral to […]
Are you making the best use of your social media channels? Have you explored using social media for online fundraising? This training session will help understand the benefits of using social media to attract donations and new supporters to support your work for the community. The training will focus on engaging influencers on social media […]
Shoreditch Trust invites you to the Bump Buddies Mentor Training. Bump Buddies brings Hackney women together. The mentors play an important role in supporting the mother-to-be, being an ear to listen, a source of information on the choices available through pregnancy and early motherhood, and a reassuring presence to boost confidence in making her preferences […]
Good volunteer recruitment and management not only increases your organisations capacity and impact, but also ensures that the time you give to supporting volunteers makes a real difference to their skills and confidence. Who is this course is for? For micro, small to medium community and voluntary groups interested in working with volunteers - for […]
Find out about the changing local health and care system at this public meeting. Health and care organisations in Hackney and the City of London are now working together more to try to improve residents’ health and wellbeing. This is a chance to ask local leaders about their plans for services. Confirmed speakers: Jonathan McShane, […]
This is an internationally recognised and certificated Youth Mental First Aid training delivered by certified Mental Health First Aid England instructors. Do you work with Young people in Hackney? Do you want to learn how to promote a young person's mental and emotional wellbeing? Then attend this course which will provide you with the information, […]
St Mary's Secret Garden will be running a Come Gardening course for people with learning disabilities. Read more here.
Parents' 1-1 Advice and support Parents' One Stop Advice Surgery Saturday 17 March 2018 1.30 -3.30pm Do you know an adult in need that is unable to access support on a weekday? Fathers, mothers and supporters can now receive guidance and support from a range of experts free of charge. Key areas: Health and Children's […]
Are you making the best use of your social media channels? Have you explored using social media for online fundraising? This training session will help understand the benefits of using social media to attract donations and new supporters to support your work for the community. The training will focus on engaging influencers on social media […]
With every problem there is a solution, you are not alone in this - just know it's ok. With talks from mental health professionals, this event will be an opportunity for young people to normalise the discussion. Venue: Hackney CVS The Adiaha Antigha Centre 24-30 Dalston Lane E8 3AZ Date: Friday 23 March 2018 Arrival: 5:45PM […]
