Training and Events

LGBTQ+ SIG

LGBTQ+ Special Interest Group (SIG) meetingThe LGBTQ+ Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting provides a forum for anyone in City and Hackney who has an interest in LGBTQ+ service provision.13 April. Register here

VCS Children and Families Forum

The VCS Children and Families Forum Meeting takes place on 20 April 2022 from 2 to 4pm. The forum is scheduled to take place in-person at Hackney CVS’s conference room […]

Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting

Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) meetingThe Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) is a forum for anyone with an interest in the provision of mental health services in Hackney and […]

Writing a charitable fundraising application

This introductory course to fundraising will help those who are new to fundraising and have little experience or confidence in writing fundraising applications. This training session will provide you with […]

Creating a Fundraising Strategy

Having a clear fundraising strategy is essential to keep your organisation or department on track with its fundraising goals and to get the best returns from your time, effort and […]

Learning Disabilities SIG Meeting

Learning Disabilities SIG Meeting- Tuesday 10th May 2022, 11am-12.30pm The Learning Disabilities SIG provides a forum in Hackney and City for anyone who has an interest in the provision of […]

Business Planning for charities

Robust business planning is vital for voluntary organisations in the current climate, to ensure that trustees and staff have a clear and shared picture of future plans and possible scenarios. […]

How to Effectively Measure Impact

How to Effectively Measure Impact - Doing evaluation in the real world This second session of the three-part training course is about putting basic evaluation principles into practice. We’ll explore […]

Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting

Mental Health Special Interest Group meeting  The Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) provides a forum in Hackney and City for anyone with an interest in the provision of mental […]

Emergency First Aid at Work

Emergency First Aid at Work This Emergency First Aid at Work course is designed for anyone who needs to become an accredited emergency first aider in the workplace in accordance […]

Safeguarding adults awareness training 

Safeguarding adults awareness training  July 4th, 2022 9:30 AM through  1:00 PM This training will enable participants to explore why some adults become at risk of abuse and what human rights […]

Mental Health Special Interest Group 

Mental Health Special Interest Group  Our next Mental Health SIG will look at issues affecting the mental health sector, including the Mental Health Act reforms and updates from local organisations. 4 […]

How to effectively measure impact

How to Effectively Measure Impact- Doing evaluation in the real world Register Now This second session of the three part training course is about putting basic evaluation principles into practice. […]

Supported Employment Network re-launch event

Supported Employment Network re-launch event Join us for the Supported Employment Network re-launch event. At the event we will have some keynote speakers on the day to share insights about City […]

VCS Assembly 4: Anti-racist commissioning

Halkevi Turkish and Kurdish Community Centre 31-33 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

VCS Assembly: Anti-racist commissioning in City and Hackney: developing community principles Are you interested in developing anti-racist commissioning principles for City and Hackney? Book here The City and Hackney Voluntary […]

Health and Social Care Forum (HSCF)

Join us at the Health and Social Care Forum (HSCF) on 19 July. At this forum we will ask the voluntary and community sector (VCS) in City and Hackney how they would […]

Fire Marshal training

Our Fire Marshal training course is delivered by professional firefighters and is for anyone wishing to obtain the skills, knowledge and confidence to monitor and control fire safety in any workplace environment. 26 July […]

Sexual Health Special Interest Group meeting

Sexual Health Special Interest Group meeting Our Sexual Health Special Interest Group (SIG) is for any members working in organisations working in sexual health. The meeting, held on Teams, will […]

LGBTQI+ SIG meeting

LGBTQI+ Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting  Our LGBTQI+ SIG meeting offers a forum for anyone in Hackney and City who has an interest in LGBTQI+ provision. 10 August. Register here

Mental health SIG

Mental Health Special Interest Group meeting Our Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) provides a forum in Hackney and City for anyone who has an interest in the provision of […]

What’s Next for the VCS in Neighbourhoods?

Register Now The Hackney and City VCS Neighbourhoods programme is about building local forums where our organisations can come together on an equal footing with residents, our local authorities and primary […]

Rainbow Grow’s open day at Hackney CVS

Rainbow Grow's open day at Hackney CVS Join Rainbow Grow at their open day at Hackney CVS's garden at the Adiaha Antigha Centre, 24-30 Dalston Lane. See how they have transformed our […]

Supported Employment Network

Supported Employment Network The next Supported Employment Network Meeting will include keynote speakers to share insights into the current picture of City and Hackney supported employment. 21 September. Read more

Zumba sessions at Hackney CVS

Zumba sessions at Hackney CVS's conference room Join us for Zumba with Carol at the Conference Room at Hackney CVS. This subsidised class takes place every Wednesday at 5pm until […]

Securing funding

  Securing funding: The dos and don'ts of writing a fundraising application   This online training session will provide you with the basics in writing fundraising applications. It is perfect for […]

How to create project budgets and understand unit costing

Join us online for this beginners' budgeting session. The session will help you master the basics of creating a project budget for funding applications. 29 September, 11am-12.30pm. Read more and book […]

Coffee morning and networking at Hackney CVS 

Do you work for an organisation delivering services that support health, care or wellbeing in City and Hackney? Join us for a coffee and networking morning! The aim of this […]

Sexual Health SIG Meeting 

Sexual Health SIG Meeting 6 October at 11am-12.30pm Register Now Our Sexual Health SIG group is for any members working in organisation in relation to sexual health. The idea of […]

Hackney Refugee and Migrant Forum

Hackney Refugee and Migrant Forum  We are pleased to invite your for our October Hackney Refugee and Migrant Forum meeting, in person at Hackney CVS. We welcome you to share […]

Learning Disabilities SIG meeting

Learning Disabilities SIG Meeting The Learning Disabilities Special Interest Group (The Group) exists to provide a forum in the London Borough of Hackney, and City of London, for anyone who […]

Join us at our anniversary and awards event

We have rescheduled our 25-year anniversary and awards evening to Monday 17 October, from 5.30pm at the Halkevi Centre on Dalston Lane. The Halkevi venue is accessible by lift. Register here […]

Health and Social Care Forum

The Health and Social Care Forum (HSCF) is a network of voluntary and community sector groups with an interest in health and social care. The network is open to any […]

Meet the Funder – Groundwork London

Meet the Funder - Groundwork London Join Hackney CVS for a Meet the Funder with Groundwork London. There will be an opportunity to hear from Groundwork London about their funding. This […]

Safeguarding awareness training

Hackney CVS is holding free Safeguarding Adults awareness training, both in-person and online. Safeguarding Adults - 22 November at Hackney CVS office. Register here

Neighbourhood Forum – Hackney Downs

Neighbourhood Forum meetings Neighbourhood Forum meetings are an opportunity for voluntary and community sector organisations in that Neighbourhood to come together with public sector and residents. Hackney Downs - 22 November […]

Leaders Networking Forum

Sector leaders are being encouraged to join the East London Business Alliance and Hackney CVS at the launch of the Leaders Networking Forum. The aim of the upcoming forum is […]

Safeguarding awareness training

Safeguarding awareness training Hackney CVS is holding free Safeguarding Adults awareness training, both in-person and online. Safeguarding Adults - 24 November on Zoom. Register here

Neighbourhood Forum – Woodberry Wetlands

Neighbourhood Forum meetings Neighbourhood Forum meetings are an opportunity for voluntary and community sector organisations in that Neighbourhood to come together with public sector and residents. Woodberry Wetlands - 22 November […]

Coffee morning at Hackney CVS

Join Hackney CVS for a monthly coffee and networking morning. Are you an organisation delivering services that support health, care or wellbeing? Join us for an opportunity to network, build partnerships, […]

Neighbourhood Forum – Springfield Park

Neighbourhood Forum meetings Neighbourhood Forum meetings are an opportunity for voluntary and community sector organisations in that Neighbourhood to come together with public sector and residents. Springfield Park - 29 November -10.30am-12pm - […]

Neighbourhood Forum – London Fields

Neighbourhood Forum meetings Neighbourhood Forum meetings are an opportunity for voluntary and community sector organisations in that Neighbourhood to come together with public sector and residents. Hackney Downs - 22 November […]

Hackney Advice Forum Network

Networks and Special Interest Group meetings  Hackney CVS coordinates network and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings for the voluntary and community sector. Sign up for a network meeting today! Hackney […]

Neighbourhood Forum – Hackney Marshes

Neighbourhood Forum meetings Neighbourhood Forum meetings are an opportunity for voluntary and community sector organisations in that Neighbourhood to come together with public sector and residents. Hackney Marshes - 7 December […]

LGBTQIA+ SIG meeting

Networks and Special Interest Group meetings  Hackney CVS coordinates network and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings for the voluntary and community sector. Sign up for a network meeting today! LGBTQIA+ […]

How to apply workshops

How to apply workshops There will be three “how to apply” workshops. These workshops offer you the chance to hear a bit more about the funding as well as how to […]

VCS Children and Families Forum

Networks and Special Interest Group meetings  Hackney CVS coordinates network and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings for the voluntary and community sector. Sign up for a network meeting today! VCS […]

Learning Disabilities SIG meeting

Networks and Special Interest Group meetings  Hackney CVS coordinates network and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings for the voluntary and community sector. Sign up for a network meeting today! Learning […]

Neighbourhood Forum – Clissold Park

Neighbourhood Forum meetings Neighbourhood Forum meetings are an opportunity for voluntary and community sector organisations in that Neighbourhood to come together with public sector and residents. Clissold Park - 13 December […]

Sexual Health SIG Meeting

Register Now Our Sexual Health SIG group is for any members working in organisation in relation to sexual health. The idea of us coming together is to see if we […]

How to apply workshops

How to apply workshops There will be three “how to apply” workshops. These workshops offer you the chance to hear a bit more about the funding as well as how to […]

Developing a Theory of Change 

The Theory of Change is a tool to help you describe a situation you are trying to address, the changes you wish to make and what steps you plan to […]

Mental Health Special Interest Group meeting

Mental Health Special Interest Group meetings Hackney CVS coordinates network and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings for the voluntary and community sector. Mental health SIG meeting - 18 January - Book here

Hackney CVS Coffee and Networking Morning

Hackney CVS Coffee Morning Invite Are you an organisation delivering services that support health, care or well-being in City and Hackney? Join us for a coffee and networking morning. 9:30-11:30 […]

Developing a Theory of Change

The Theory of Change is a tool to help you describe a situation you are trying to address, the changes you wish to make and what steps you plan to […]

LGBTQIA+ Special Interest Group meeting

LGBTQIA+ Special Interest Group meeting Hackney CVS will hold an LGBTQIA+ Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting this month. The meeting is for anyone in Hackney and City who has an interest […]

Leadership and Motivation Skills workshop

Our Leadership and Motivation Skills workshop uses methods and tools that show you how to motivate yourself and your teams. The workshop will help you grow your resilience and understanding […]

Learning Disability SIG meeting

Networks and Special Interest Group meetings  Hackney CVS coordinates network and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings for the voluntary and community sector. Sign up for a network meeting today! Learning […]

Sexual Health SIG meeting

Networks and Special Interest Group meetings  Hackney CVS coordinates network and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings for the voluntary and community sector. Sign up for a network meeting today! Sexual […]

Risk Management

Register Now Do you know what Risk Management is and why it's important? Are you able to identify different risk types? Join this interactive online training session to learn how […]

Hackney Marshes Neighbourhood Forum

Neighbourhood Forum A series of Neighbourhood Forums will be held across Hackney and the City of London. The forums bring together health, council, residents and the voluntary and community sector (VCS) […]

Woodberry Wetlands Neighbourhood Forum

Book a place at an upcoming Neighbourhood Forum A series of Neighbourhood Forums will be held across Hackney and the City of London. The forums bring together health, council, residents and […]

Marketing and social media for the not-for-profit sector

Register Now During the session, participants will: Learn the fundamentals of branding, marketing, sales, and fundraising Take a practical approach to marketing and communications and learn about: -delivering key messages -targeting […]

London Fields Neighbourhood Forum

Book a place at an upcoming Neighbourhood Forum A series of Neighbourhood Forums will be held across Hackney and the City of London. The forums bring together health, council, residents and […]

Springfield Park Neighbourhood Forum

Book a place at an upcoming Neighbourhood Forum A series of Neighbourhood Forums will be held across Hackney and the City of London. The forums bring together health, council, residents and […]

Connect Hackney event about staying connected

Older people, aged 50 and above, are invited to join Connect Hackney's upcoming event about meeting new people and trying new activities. It's a chance for older people to find […]

Hackney CVS coffee and networking morning

Hackney CVS coffee and networking morning  Join us for a coffee and networking morning on the last Friday of every month. For local organisations and individuals from the voluntary and community […]

LGBTQIA+ SIG Meeting

LGBTQIA+ SIG Meeting Register Now Our LGBTQIA+ SIG group is for any members working in City and Hackney organisations around LGBTQIA+ issues. LGBTQIA+ meeting exists to offer a forum in […]

Well Street Common Neighbourhood Forum

A series of Neighbourhood Forums take place across Hackney and the City of London. The forums bring together health, council, residents and the voluntary and community sector to agree on […]

Shoreditch Park and City – Neighbourhood Forum

A series of Neighbourhood Forums take place across Hackney and the City of London. The forums bring together health, council, residents and the voluntary and community sector to agree on […]

Hackney CVS coffee and networking morning

Hackney CVS coffee and networking morning  Join us for a coffee and networking morning on the last Friday of every month. For local organisations and individuals from the voluntary and community […]

Hackney Advice Forum 

The Hackney Advice Forum (HAF) is a network of local advice agencies and those involved in advice work. Together, forum members learn and develop effective ways of working together, helping […]

Sexual Health Special Interest Group meeting

Our Sexual Health SIG meeting is for organisations working with sexual health. The suggested topic for our next meeting is Positive East's mobile testing van.  16 May. Read more  

Woodberry Wetlands Neighbourhood Forum

Our quarterly forum brings together residents, health practitioners, voluntary and community sector organisations and councillors to discuss health priorities and needs of the local area. 17 May. Book here

Hackney Marshes Neighbourhood Forum meeting

Join us for the Hackney Marshes Neighbourhood Forum meeting. The theme of the next meeting is sharing information about mental health and wellbeing services in Hackney Marshes. 22 May. Book […]

Hackney CVS coffee and networking morning

Are you an organisation delivering services that support health or wellbeing in City and Hackney? Join us for a coffee and networking morning on the last Friday of every month. […]

Hackney Giving How to Apply workshop

Hackney Giving is holding a number of How to Apply workshops. These workshops offer you the chance to hear a bit more about the funding as well as how to complete […]

Hackney Giving How to apply workshop

Hackney Giving is holding a number of How to Apply workshops. These workshops offer you the chance to hear a bit more about the funding as well as how to complete […]

London Fields Neighbourhood Forum

The next London Fields Neighbourhood Forum brings together workers and residents to find out about local health needs and priorities. 6 June. Read more

Springfield Park Neighbourhood Forum

The next quarterly forum for the Springfield Park Neighbourhood brings together residents, health practitioners, councillors and the voluntary and community sector to discuss the health priorities and needs of the […]

Bid writing and financial planning

This half-day training will increase the skills and knowledge needed to write a funding proposal and set a budget. In the session, you will learn how to build an overall […]

Clissold Park Neighbourhood Forum

The Clissold Park Neighbourhood Forum will bring participants together to discuss and gain insights for improved health and wellbeing for local residents. 20 June. Read more

LGBTQIA+ Special Interest Group meeting

LGBTQIA+ Special Interest Group meeting Our LGBTQIA+ SIG meeting is for any organisations in City and Hackney that work with LGBTQIA+ issues. The next meeting will include an update on the […]

Well Street Common Neighbourhood Forum

Well Street Common Neighbourhood Forum   Join the next Well Street Common Neighbourhood Forum when they will discuss: Ageing Well in Well Street Common Neighbourhood. 4 July. Read more

Hackney Downs Neighbourhood Forum meeting

Join this quarterly Neighbourhood Forum for a discussion on improving the health and wellbeing of residents in the Hackney Downs neighbourhood. 18 July. Book here

Hackney CVS community awards evening

Register Now Join us at our annual awards event at Dalston Curve Garden. The Adiaha Antigha Community Achievement Awards are held each year to celebrate outstanding achievements in our sector. […]

Sexual Health SIG Meeting

Our Sexual Health SIG group is for any members working in City and Hackney organisations around sexual health. The purpose of the SIG is to discuss local issues faced when […]

Springfield Park Neighbourhood Forum

Our quarterly forum brings together residents, health practitioners, VCS organisations, and councillors to discuss health priorities and needs of the local area. Answering your questions about adult social care In […]

London Fields Neighbourhood Forum

Halkevi Centre 31-33 Dalston Lane London, E8 3DF

Our quarterly forum brings together residents, health practitioners, VCS organisations, and councillors to discuss health priorities and needs of the local area. What Do You Think About Health & Care […]

Hackney Advice Forum 

The Hackney Advice Forum (HAF) is a network of local advice agencies and those involved in advice work. Together, forum members learn and develop effective ways of working together, helping […]

Mental Health Special Interest Group meeting

The Mental Health SIG aims to reduce waiting lists and improve access to quality care, while addressing crisis and preventable suicides. Register at https://crm.hcvs.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=1273

Introduction to youth mentoring – Train the trainer

Introduction to youth mentoring - Train the trainer This one-day introduction to youth mentoring is perfect for volunteer managers, mentoring programme coordinators and those new to mentoring. 21 September. Register here

Hackney Giving’s How to Apply workshop

Hackney Giving's How to Apply workshop This workshop will cover the Hackney Giving and LBH Cost of Living Grant programme guidance and how to complete the application form. 26 September. Book […]

Hackney Refugee and Migrant Forum

This quarterly forum is for organisations that work with refugees and migrants. It provides an opportunity for organisations to discuss and plan work together. 27 September. Register here

Hackney CVS Coffee and Networking Morning

Are you an organisation delivering services that support health, care or well-being in City and Hackney? Join HCVS for a coffee and networking morning. 9:30-11:30am on Friday 29th September 9:30-11:30am. […]

Bid Writing and Financial Planning

Bid Writing and Financial Planning This half-day training aims to increase the skills and knowledge needed to write a funding proposal and set a budget. During the session you will […]

VCS Children and Families Forum

VCS Children and Families Forum Join us for the next Children and Families Forum, which takes place in-person at the Hackney CVS office. 3 October. Register here

LGBTQIA+ Special Interest Group

LGBTQIA+ Special Interest Group meeting Our LGBTQIA+ SIG meeting is for any organisations in City and Hackney that work with LGBTQIA+ issues. The next meeting will include an update on the […]

City of London Coffee and Networking Morning

Portsoken Community Centre 20 Little Somerset Street, London, United Kingdom

Join Hackney CVS for an informal but informative coffee morning in the City on Tuesday 10th October 9:30-11:30am at Portsoken Community Centre. It’s an opportunity for local organisations and community groups to […]

Black History Season Open Afternoon at Hackney CVS

On 18 October we invite the VCS, statutory partners and funders to experience our exhibition and to learn about some of the work we are undertaking on EDI and Anti-Racism.The […]

Anti-racist commissioning blue-sky thinking workshop

Core Clapton 161 Northwold Road, London

In this interactive workshop Hackney VCS and statutory partners will come together to be inspired and open their minds about what commissioning and health could look like in our communities […]

Introduction to domestic abuse awareness training

This free introductory half-day session will help you to understand what the term 'domestic violence' means, the different types of abuse and what to do if you spot the signs […]

Sexual Health SIG Meeting

Our Sexual Health SIG group is for any members working in City and Hackney organisations around sexual health. The purpose of the SIG is to discuss local issues faced when […]

Hackney Marshes Neighbourhood Forum meeting

Register for the next Neighbourhood Forum for Hackney Marshes. The event at the Sanctuary Meeting Room will discuss the barriers to health services faced by Global Majority residents. 7 November. Book here

Anti-racist commissioning – workshop 1

Tomlinson Centre Queensbridge Rd, London

In this workshop we will start delivering the agreed commissioning model and will focus on a nominated health inequality. If you have any questions or for further information email Peter. […]

City of London Coffee and Networking Morning

Portsoken Community Centre 20 Little Somerset Street, London, United Kingdom

Join Hackney CVS for an informal but informative coffee morning in the City on Tuesday 14th November 9:30-11:30am at Portsoken Community Centre. It’s an opportunity for local organisations and community groups […]

Mental Health SIG meeting

Our Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) provides a forum for Hackney and City of London for anyone who has an interest in the provision of mental health services. If […]

LGBTQIA+ SIG Meeting

You are invited to attend our LGBTQIA+ SIG Meeting on Thursday 7th December 2023 from 3pm-4.30pm. Please register your interest by 4 December so we can make the necessary arrangements […]

London Fields Neighbourhood Forum

Our quarterly forum brings together residents, health practitioners, councillors and the voluntary and community sector to discuss the health priorities and needs of the local area. The theme for the […]

Hackney CVS coffee and networking morning

Are you an organisation delivering services that support health, care or wellbeing in City and Hackney? Join us for a coffee and networking morning 9:30-11:30am on Wednesday 29th November! For […]

Springfield Park Neighbourhood Forum

Our quarterly forum brings together health practitioners, VCS organisations, residents and councillors to discuss the health priorities and needs of the local area. 30 November. Read more

Woodberry Wetlands Neighbourhood Forum

Woodberry Wetlands Neighbourhood Forum The theme of the next Woodberry Wetlands Forum is a wellbeing day for asylum seekers.The forum is at the Redmond Community Centre, Kaylani Avenue, N4 2HF. Book […]

Anti-racist commissioning workshop 2

In this workshop, we will continue delivering the commissioning model that we have agreed, focusing on a nominated health inequality. The session could include hearing from community groups delivering in […]

City of London Coffee and Networking Morning

Portsoken Community Centre 20 Little Somerset Street, London, United Kingdom

Join Hackney CVS for an informal but informative coffee morning in the City on Tuesday 12th December 9:30-11:30am at Portsoken Community Centre. It’s an opportunity for local organisations and community groups […]

Hackney Advice Forum

Hackney Advice Forum The Hackney Advice Forum (HAF) provides independent advice agencies a space to improve the quality, level and co-ordination of their services. 12 December. Read more

Introduction to domestic abuse awareness

This half-day online session will help participants understand what 'domestic violence' means, the different types of abuse, and what to do if you spot the signs of abuse. 14 December. Register […]

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