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 […]

#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 […]

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 […]

Hackney: A Social Enterprise Borough Conference. The second annual conference celebrating Hackney's rising social enterprise movement. Date: 15 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!

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.

Sheila McKechnie Foundation invites you to Influencing Change, a five-day training programme for campaigners. Dates: 22, 23 January, 25, 26 February and 26 March. Deadline for applications: 3 December. Read more

Children and Young People’s Mental Health Wellbeing - Meet the Match Funder. Mental health is a key priority for the Children and Young People’s Maternity Work stream in Hackney. Several funders will pool the funding to address the local needs over a 3 year period. Community and voluntary organisations are invited to attend this event. Date: […]

The new year is a time to think about making positive changes, and volunteering is a great way to start. Meet inspiring local charities looking for friendly residents to give their time to good causes and discover how you can get involved. Refreshments included. All ages welcome.

The forum is run by Hackney Council for local businesses, entrepreneurs or those about to set up their business. It's a great chance to meet your business neighbours and hear about opportunities and local information relevant to you. Read more

Being a foster carer plays a hugely important role for a child in care. You will be supporting them with school and medical appointments, encouraging positive activities, overcoming emotional or physical trauma, whilst providing a safe and nurturing environment they can call home. Fostering can be difficult, not just for you and the child involved, […]

This 1-day course is a follow-up to the half-day workshops that presented summaries of the research evidence on working with adults who self-neglect. It will provide a refresh on the research evidence. It will also focus on recent published safeguarding adult reviews. Date: 7 February. Read more

Be part of East End Connect and receive an award of up to £5000 + a year of support to help launch your social enterprise! What is this event? An informal information session where UnLtd staff are hoping to meet, inform and encourage potential applicants for the "East End Connect Do It Awards". We have […]

The Health and Social Care Forum invites you to a meeting on the neighbourhood's workstream. Date: 5 March. Read more

Woodberry Down residents are invited to a series of health and wellbeing workshops at the Redmond Community centre: Mental Health and Wellbeing workshop on 6 March, Children, Young people, Adult and Disability workshop on 13 March and Community Capacity Assets workshop on 20 March. Read more.

Woodberry Down residents are invited to a series of health and wellbeing workshops at the Redmond Community centre: Mental Health and Wellbeing workshop on 6 March, Children, Young people, Adult and Disability workshop on 13 March and Community Capacity Assets workshop on 20 March. Read more.

'Freedom Song’ at Hackney Empire on 24 March, 6pm. Three local community choirs, led by Harvey Brough, will tell the remarkable story of the Fisk Jubilee Singers, a group of former slaves from Tennessee, who brought their ‘Songs of Sorrow and Freedom’ to the world, including to communities in Hackney. To buy tickets click here. Read more

Bid Writing: The Basics. A workshop for staff members, volunteers, trustees or board members of charities, schools, not for profits or public sector organisations who intend to submit grant funding applications to charitable grant making trusts and foundations. Date: 25 March. Read more

Open Space Event: Well Street Common Pilot. The aim of this event is to get local providers and residents who are based in or who work in Well Street Common (SE1) to have a conversation about addressing health inequalities and discussing ways to create better support for people. Date: 2 April. Read more

Grow in Hackney Wick - community resilience. This evening wants to better understand the possibilities of resilience by showing solidarity and supoprt to others working in community spaces, projects and compaigns. Everyoe Welcome. Date: 9 April. Read more

European Settlement Scheme Workshop with Hackney Council. This workshop aims to co-ordinate the activities of VCS Organisations and the Council in ensuring every eligible resident knows about and applies for EUSS. Please fill in the form and submit it by Monday 22 April to sign up. The workshop will be held at the Tomlinson Centre, Queensbridge Rd, London […]