Come and bag a bargain and have some fun. Barbecue, home-made cakes and refreshments on sale. Age group: All ages. Northwold Estate, 131 Upper Clapton Road, Hackney, London E5 9SA. Disabled access: yes. Contact: Deborah McManamon . Email: Debmcm@aol.com
Join us for a hands-on session where we will be showing you how to make your own herbal goodies. The workshop will guide you through the basics of how we turn herbs into natural products, focusing on the restorative properties of a number of herbs. You will learn how to make a calendula infused lip […]
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.
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.
Scared To Dance + For The Rabbits present: Gold Baby + Cat Apostrophe Gold Baby's sound is one that fuses slacker-rock; jangling guitar lines and tight rhythms create a base atop which vocalist Siân Alex's lush vocals can shimmer and shine. Recent single Maggots showcased their lyrical sincerity, recalling the likes of Hop Along or […]
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
Have you or a family member been affected by a stroke? Have you ever cared for someone with a stroke? Would you like to improve local community stroke support and services? Come to 'Let’s talk about stroke’ to share your views on how stroke services could be improved. Date: 5 February. 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
A free entry event for the community. There will be decorative items from local businesses, designers, artists and craft makers. Browse through the variety of stalls to select gifts for a special person for Valentine's day. Please email or call for further information & stall/table booking. Age group: All ages. Stoke Newington Methodist Church 106a, […]
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 […]
Hackney Council and the Hackney Homelessness Prevention Partnership will host the annual Rough Sleepers Summit on Friday, 22 February. The event will bring together organisations from across Hackney to hear and discuss local and national issues related to rough sleeping, homelessness and begging. Read more
This is a two day training course, running from 10am-4:30pm on both days - 26 and 27 February. 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. Read […]
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.
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. 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.
Free 5 week Self-defence course. The course is focused on increasing the self-esteem and confidence of women and girls in Hackney. It starts on 14 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
The Adiaha Antigha Community Achievement Awards are held to celebrate the work and impact of Hackney’s voluntary and community sector. The awards are held in memory of Adiaha Antigha, the Founder and former Director of Hackney CVS, who made a huge contribution to the organisation’s success and to the sector as a whole. The Gary […]
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
You are invited to the Senegalese Independence Day celebration. Come to take part in free activities such as storytelling, dance and music. Date: 7 April. Read more
Hackney Play Association. Free Easter holiday play scheme for children and young people aged 6 - 15. Opening times: Monday 8 - Friday 12 April, 10.30am - 5.30pm; Monday 15 - Thursday 18 April, 10.30am - 5.30pm. For more details contact Nicola: nicola.butler@hackneyplay.org.
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 […]
Hackney Young Futures Commission Launch: Time To Be Heard. Are you aged 10-25 and from Hackney? Hackney Young Futures wants to find out how you view Hackney as a place to live, the changes you would like to see, and how you want to be involved in the decisions that affect your life. Date: 1 May. Read […]
Join Hackney Museum in celebrating and exploring the power and politics of African and Caribbean style and hair by helping us create a special exhibition for October 2019. Come share your stories, memories, items or photographs, and get involved by sharing the people, places and events that you want to see in the final displays. […]
A community Choir for people of ALL ages (6 to 96!). No prior experience required. All are welcome. Great to experience with family or friend. The Choir session will take place every Saturday 10.30am - 12.30pm at Homerton Library. Read more
Rainbow Grow is a Hackney-based, LGBTQI+ led community gardening initiative open to all those who support the aim of providing a friendly space for members of the LGBTQI+ community. They meet weekly in Dalston at Hackney CVS. The next meetings will be on Tuesday 7 May and 21 May, 5:00-7:00pm. On Saturday 18 May they will have a […]
Come to a free Community Engagement Event organised by Metropolitan Police in Tower Hamlets to take part in a discussion about anti-social behaviour and drug dealing. Date: 8 May. Read more
Hackney Council and the Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission are hosting an engagement event for all businesses in the borough. Date: 9 May. Read more
Hackney Dementia Festival 2019, celebrating Dementia Action Week and the continued involvement of people living with dementia in arts, culture and sport.Thursday 16 May - Wednesday 29 May. Download the programme here.
An Open Space for a Cross Generation Conversation As part of this year’s Mental Health week male members of the African and Caribbean community will reflect on health, healing and help across the generations. Read more
Group B/C: Domestic Violence & Abuse: Dynamics, Identification & Response. A one day course to encourage reflective practice and analytical thinking around the impact of domestic violence & abuse. Date: 20 May. Read more
NHS City and Hackney Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) invites you to the event 'Let's talk Prevention - Hackney'. Volunteer to improve residents’ health and wellbeing. Date: 21 May. Read more
Hackney CVS together with Voluntary Action Islington, on behalf of the GLA, have launched the Hackney-Islington Young Londoners Fund Network. One of our roles is to support prospective applicants to YLF Round 2, which is launching mid-May. The network will be hosting an information session on Thursday, 23 May 2019, from 10am to 12 noon. […]
City and Hackney Dementia User Involvement Group. An opportunity for people with dementia to have their concerns heard, influence local and national services and share their ideas. Come to the meeting on 28 May. For more information please contact hackney@alzheimers.org.uk or call 020 8533 0091. Read more
Are you interested in winning contracts from the Council? Do you want to shape how the Council buys from the voluntary and community sector? If so then join us as the Council launches its new Sustainable Procurement Strategy. Date: 30 May. Register here
A town hall is more than just a building: it represents both local government and the community, and provides a public space where the two can meet. Residents and visitors to the borough can take a 45 minute guided tour around the building to find out more about its history and architecture. Followed by a […]
Dalston Children's Festival will take place on Saturday 25 May and Saturday 1 June. It's a perfect way for Hackney’s under 12’s to be entertained for free whilst giving families the chance to discover the fun to be had in Dalston all-year-round. Read more
Mind in the City, Hackney and Waltham Forest have been commissioned by Hackney council to provide this course to frontline professionals who work with Hackney residents, who either have or are at risk of developing poor mental health. Read more
If you have ever thought about fostering and have a spare room, come and speak to us. These sessions are hosted by the recruitment team and foster carers, providing a perfect platform for you to ask questions and get a real account of the application process and life as a foster carer. Read more
This will be an opportunity to hear from Mayor Glanville about the Council's plans for arts and culture in the borough over the next three years, to meet with other cultural organisations, artists, and people from the voluntary sector from across Hackney and to pick up a hard copy of the strategy. Information will also […]
