Brook invites you to free training sessions at Positive East. They will help professionals expand their knowledge of sexual health and ways of supporting young people. Introduction to Sexual Health and Condom Distribution Training, 21 - 22 August - read more and register here.
This is a free entry event for the community. The holiday summer break is coming to an end. Come, have fun and celebrate the last few days of this holiday break at a family summer fair. Browse through the variety of stalls and view the decorative items on display. Stoke Newington Methodist Church, 106A Stoke […]
Hackney's oldest building will be open to the public. Discover the history of the building and climb the 135 stairs for the best view of Hackney. Disabled access to ground floor. Admission free. St Augustine's Tower, Mare Street, Hackne E8 1HR Contact: Laurie Elks. Email: l.elks@btconnect.com
Just got your results and unsure about what to do next? Young Hackney have got you covered… Next Steps Careers Festival is an event focused on helping you work out what you want to do next. If you’re struggling to make some decisions and just need that extra help, it’s okay! At the event you […]
Music lovers, rejoice - Hackney Record Fair returns Sunday 2 September to the newly refurbished Hackney Arts Centre for a day of vinyl heaven. Over 30 tables, including indie record labels, record stores, used/collector/hifi dealers, and local vinyl enthusiasts, all bringing out tons of wax. Age group: 14+. Hackney Arts Centre, 13 Stoke Newington Road, […]
East End Community Foundation's next grant workshop is taking place on Tuesday 4 September. Join them if you would like to hear more about tips to make your applications stand out, and meet other local organisations. Read more
Come to meet with health leaders and hear more about health and care projects. Read more
Hackney CVS is working in partnership with Hackney Council to deliver a workshop on 'How to Apply' to Hackney Main Grants which have seen a number of changes to the application process. This interactive workshop will: Provide an overview of the London Borough of Hackney Main Grants programme Provide you with in-depth details on the […]
Feathers, glitz and fabulous dance routines are set to return to the borough’s streets on Sunday 9 September with the return of the Hackney Carnival. Hundreds of performers will take to the streets, with a procession weaving through the borough to cheers from Hackney’s local residents, all celebrating the borough’s thriving culture, creativity and community […]
This interactive workshop will provide you with the key ingredients for a successful funding application. Date: 11 September Time: 1.00pm- 2.30pm For further information or to book click here
Come to the meeting on 13 September and find out where you can get support when you need it. Read more
9 out of 10 people survive early stage bowel cancer if spotted early. Join us to learn more about how bowel cancer develops, the stages of development, signs, symptoms, how to reduce your risk, the screening programme and more. The session will be highly interactive and you are free to ask loads of questions. By […]
PQASSO or Practical Quality Assurance System for Small Organisations is a performance evaluation system and quality mark for charitable organizations in the UK. This nationally recognised award offers both users and funders/commissioners external verification of the quality and credibility of an organisation. Attend this workshop to find out more about PQASSO and how it could […]
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has now come into effect 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. This includes how it should be applied in practice and the importance for data […]
Whilst Ageing is not strictly a condition to be diagnosed, it can have a profound effect upon autistics. This 1-day course has been commissioned to support the Autism Dual Diagnosis programme. Aim: • Understand the physical, mental and emotional impact of autism on ageing; • Adapt interaction and environment to ensure best outcomes for ageing […]
Do you need help but fear you will lose your children? Do you know how and where to get the right support? Some parents fear that if social workers, teachers, GP, and officials find out that they are struggling with issues that cause stress at home then the children will be taken away from them. […]
This training will explore what ‘Good Governance’ is and how it can successfully be implemented in voluntary and community sector organisations. Date: 24 September 2018 Time: 2.00pm- 4.00pm For further information or to book click here
Would you like to see more parents equipped to address the trend of violence visible from child to adulthood? Are you a community organiser or champion ready to skill up and support parents during the challenging years? As part of our Parents Know How approach, we aim to engage and empower parents to shape the […]
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. Date: 27 September 2018 Time: 10.00am- 1.00pm For further information or to book visit click here
Are you under pressure in your relationship? Do you understand real intimacy in relationships? Are you in control of your online relationships? As part of our Pro Tech Young Women’s project, young women aged 15 to 21 are invited to attend our session. Come and find out how to be safer online and in your […]
Parents and advocates are invited to outline any identified barriers to children and young people’s progress and also share what is working well. Parents will have the opportunity to: a) feedback on matters of concern; b) Identify common themes that may be discouraging trust; c) consult on their advocacy and practical support needs. The session […]
Buy unique affordable artworks direct from a diverse community of artists from a wide range of artistic backgrounds, that includes established illustrators, designers, independent publishers, ceramicists, all exhibiting alongside their up- and-coming contemporaries.
#ForgottenFigures is Black SuperSheroes second major exhibition for Black History Month celebrating historical Black women in Britain from 1300 - Present. This art exhibition is the first of its kind that will focus solely on Black women who are often overlooked in the national curriculum in schools. Our purpose is to make Black History studies […]
Childhood Obesity is a growing issue in Hackney. This session will bring together VCS organisations that have an interest in talking obesity and influencing policies. It will also echo good practices. The meeting will cover a wide range of issues such as presenting insights on over eating, obesity and mental health issues, good food and […]
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. Date: 4 October 2018 Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm For further information or to book click here
King's College London is inviting adults over the age 65 to the workshop 'Living well over 65'. Date: 5 October. Read more
Hackney Council's Public Health team and the City and Hackney Clinicial Commissioning Group (CCG) have joined forces again to offer an exciting grants fund for projects improving the health and wellbeing of residents in City and Hackney. The scheme allows the Public Health team and the CCG to work with organisations from across the Voluntary, […]
From Centerprise Bookshop to Sheba Feminist Press, Hackney has a long history of local people organising to support and promote African and Caribbean writers and narratives. Hackney Black Women Writers Group formed in Hackney Museum early this year. Join us on Thursday 11th October for a peer support session where we will be creating and […]
We are lucky to be joined by City and Hackney Healthier Fund, East End Community Foundation and Lloyds Foundation for an interactive session on their funding priorities and support available for voluntary and community groups. Healthier Hackney Fund - In October 2017, the Council and City and Hackney Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) launched the healthier City […]
This Emergency First Aid at Work course is designed for anyone who needs to or would like to become an accredited emergency first aider in the workplace in accordance with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. Date: 17 October 2018 Time: 10.00am- 5.00pm For further information or to book click here
Although women make up 70% of the charity sector workforce, they make up less than half the senior managers and only a third of CEOs. This conference will highlight issues around gender inequality in senior management in the voluntary sector. Date 22 October. Read more
This is a two day training course, on 23 and 24 October, running from 10am-5pm on both days. AIM: At the end of the training participants will have an increased knowledge of sexual health issues and will have explored and practiced how to incorporate sexual health and the distribution of condoms within their current roles.
Stoke Newington Methodist Church 106A Stoke Newington High Street, London N16 7NY Free Entry This event is open to the community, to come together, to learn and celebrate black history. There will be local businesses, organisations, charities designers & artist providing, community information, stalls, illustrative arts, crafts and decorative items. For further information & stall […]
Connect Hackney is holding an event on the importance of social relationships in later life, featuring speakers from The Campaign to End Loneliness, Shift Design, local community projects and older Hackney residents. The event is aimed at older people as well as staff and organisations working with them. Date: 30 October. Register here.
Good financial management is essential as finances tighten and funding sources become more diverse. The aim of this one day course is to explore the role of financial management in an effective organisation and to realise that it’s about more than just numbers. The session will familiarise participants with the concepts and language of financial […]
Do you live in south west Hackney around Kingsland Road, London Fields or Queensbridge Road? Healthwatch want to hear your views about your neighbourhood, and how health and wellbeing could be improved to shape a new Neighbourhood care model. You can also feedback in a short online survey and win a £20 Love2Shop voucher. Read more […]
Living Wage Week is the annual celebration of the Living Wage movement in the UK and as ever, we’ll be celebrating with a series of flagship celebrations across the UK. We invite you to join us on the morning of 5th November, at the Barbican Centre in central London, for the announcement of the London […]
This training aims to support participants to increase understanding and confidence around LGBTQ terminology, definitions and experience. The course will address homophobia, biphobia and transphobia and support workers to develop strategies to address these and to support and include LGBTQ young people in their services. Free to professionals working in Hackney & The City. If […]
Hackney CVS is working with Hackney Council to create a 5 year plan which has a focus on improving healthy eating and the reduction of childhood obesity. As part of the consultation, VCS organisations that directly work with low income families are invited to shed light on preventative approaches, principles and key policy’s that need […]
This 3-hour training course will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to successfully implement PQASSO. By the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of the PQASSO self-assessment process and how you can strategically implement quality within your organisation. You will leave the course with an increased knowledge of: PQASSO […]
4 Days Parent Champion Training (Mon 12, Tues 13, Thurs 22 & Fr 23 November 2018 10-5pm) Would you like to see more parents equipped to address the trend of violence visible from child to adulthood? Are you a community organiser or champion ready to skill up and support parents during the challenging years? The […]
Trustees of Hackney charities are invited to an informal evening of networking and learning. Come and hear short presentations on some of the key issues that trustees need to be thinking about, and meet and develop relationships with your fellow Hackney trustees. Date:13 November. Read more
Food, live cabaret, and lots of advice on keeping warm, healthy and happy over the coming colder months. The event takes place in the Assembly Rooms at the Hackney Town Hall in Reading Lane.
This practitioners forum will cover a range of topics from working with young people, supporting survivors of sexual violence, supporting survivors with problematic substance misuse, and engaging perpetrators. The Tomlinson Centre, Queensbridge Road, E8 3ND, 9.30am-4.30pm For further information email HCYPS.Training@Hackney.gov.uk
Healthy weight - enjoy life in your Neighbourhood. Residents around Upper Clapton or Rectory Road can share their views on what a healthy weight means to them and how local people can be supported. Date 29 November. Read more
Rainbow Grow will be hosting another FUN(d)raising evening and this tme DJs Ritu & Jo Bunny will be joining us at one of East London’s newest and classiest venues for an evening of fun & games, socialising, music and whatever else!
Back by popular demand… Rainbow Grow will be hosting another FUN(d)raising evening. We will be taking over one of East London’s newest and classiest venues for an evening of fun & games, socialising, music and whatever else. You will also have an opportunity to hear about what we have been up to and how the […]
Event facilitated by RISE Community Action For more information contact: contact@risecommunity.org.uk, tel: 07983124500
Did you come to the UK before 1989? Are you worried about your immigration status? You may be able to make a fee-free application for citizenship or get confirmation of your settled status in the UK under the government’s new Windrush scheme. Come along to find out more and get free, independent advice from a specialist immigration adviser about making an application. […]
Maytree invites you to a free half day Suicide Awareness Training for professionals. The interactive and extensive training includes case studies, videos and group discussion.
