Training and Events

Social Enterprise in the City – a one-day conference

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 […]

Compassionate Neighbours – free training

St Joseph's Hospice Mare St, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Women-led thinking space

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 […]

Hackney Small Grants ‘How to Apply’ session

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

City and Hackney ‘stay healthy’ event

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 […]

Managing Your Money Workshop

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 […]

Citizen-led hubs: building the ecosystem together

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 […]

#ourwayahead – Better Health For All Londoners?

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 […]

Active Citizens

Shoreditch Trust 8 Orsman Rd, London, United Kingdom

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, […]

Compassionate Neighbours – free training

St Joseph's Hospice Mare St, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Jewellery Making

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 […]

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

                        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 […]

Control your cash

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 […]

Minute Taking in 60 minutes

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Starting Your Own Business

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 […]

Modern Slavery Awareness Sessions

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 […]

CEO & Directors Network

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Recognise your potential – free taster session

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 […]

Mental Health First Aid

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

ESOL advice day

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 […]

Christmas community gospel concert

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.

Coffee afternoon for 50+

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 […]

MTR BFI Film Academy for 16-19 year olds

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. […]

Stamford Hill history walk

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 […]

Health & Safety at Work Essentials

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Parent Group – Looking at Down’s Syndrome

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 […]

Living with Hearing loss course

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 […]

Basic Risk Assessment

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Health and Housing in Hackney

Pembury Community Centre 1 Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Mental Health First Aid Lite

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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, […]

A conference “On Terrorism”

Amnesty International UK 17-25 New Inn Yard, London, United Kingdom

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. […]

Meet Team Willow 2018

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 […]

Lip balm making

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 […]

GDPR Compliance – Get Ready!

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

LGBT History Month Launch

Hackney Museum 1 Reading Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Personal safety course for women and girls 13+

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 […]

CHSCB Safeguarding Surgery

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 […]

Introduction to PQASSO

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Making Her Mark: 100 Years of Women’s Activism in Hackney

Hackney Museum 1 Reading Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

International Zero Telorance to FGM Day

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Parents! Understand the Power of Peer Influence

Inspire! 34-38 Dalston Ln, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Modern slavery awareness sessions

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 […]

Food for Life

Stamford Hill Community Centre Stamford Hill, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Engaging with Online Influencers and Fundraisers

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Bump Buddies Mentor Training

  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 […]

Best Practice in Volunteer Management

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

What future our NHS?

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 […]

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Parents’ 1-1 Advice and support

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 […]

Engaging with Online Influencers and Fundraisers

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Stamford Hill walking tour

An expert guide Rabbi Mendy Korer's special tour includes a bakery, an all-girls school, lunch at a falafel bar, sometimes even a private home, and is full of stories of […]

Making Every Contact Count in Health and Care

Pembury Community Centre 1 Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

A new service is being designed to allow health and care staff in City & Hackney to: have conversations about non-medical issues affecting people's health, give brief advice and signpost […]

Meet the funders

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

We are lucky to be joined by City Bridge Trust and The Big Lottery for an interactive session on their funding priorities and support available for voluntary and community groups. […]

How to Apply session – Hackney Council Community Grants

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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. The 2nd Round of Small grants […]

Best Practice in Volunteer Management

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

GDPR Compliance – Get Ready!

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Rainbow Grow – planting session

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Rainbow Grow – Hackney-based LGBTQI+ gardening group – will be having a mini-garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show. Help them plant pansies for this event at Hackney CVS […]

HSCF Transformation Forum

Tomlinson Centre Queensbridge Rd, London

You are invite to Health and social Care Forum  joint meeting ‘Big meeting’. Where all the Health and Social care groups will meet under one roof. It will involve of […]

Hackney Mayoral Election Hustings 2018

Political rivals will vie for votes at the Arcola Theatre, where residents will get the chance to quiz Hackney’s incumbent Mayor Philip Glanville and challengers for what is arguably the […]

Using evidence to fundraise

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

This three-hour training course will explore the types of evidence (and the value of using of evidence) to use to increase the confidence of small organisations and their capacity to […]

Charity Finance Made Easy

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Do you want a better understanding of your charity accounts and reporting? Do you need to update your knowledge of charity finance? Whether you’re a trustee or a finance officer, […]

Ageing, Isolation and BAME Communities

Tomlinson Centre Queensbridge Rd, London

Connect Hackney is inviting organisations from across the borough who work with older people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities to join us for a special event to […]

Take a Pause Wellbeing Festival

We're Mind in the City, Hackney and Waltham Forest and we want you to join us and take a pause from busy, city life in the idyllic Dalston Eastern Curve […]

GDPR Compliance – Get Ready in May!

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Hackney Half Marathon

Challenge yourself whilst raising money for one of the charities on May 20th, 2018. This flat and fast route through Hackney is perfect for beginners and serious runners alike, and […]

Hackney Dementia Festival

Dementia Action Week - 21 - 25 May 2018 A week of events and activities in Hackney for people living with dementia, their families and friends. #dementiafriendlyhackney From Monday 21st […]

Meet the Funders

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

We will be joined by London Community Foundation and Trust for London for an interactive session on their funding priorities and support available for voluntary and community groups. The London […]

Recurring

Art, design and craft fair

This is a free entry event for the community with a creative flair. There will be decorative items from local businesses, designers, artist and craft makers. Browse through the variety […]

Basic Risk Assessment

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Do you want to know how to carry out a risk assessment? Do you have responsibility for managing health and safety? This 3-hour basic risk assessment training could be what […]

Hackney swift walk

To celebrate National Swift Week, come on a fascinating guided walk visiting some of the summer haunts of Hackney's swifts. See their acrobatics and listen to their 'screaming parties'. Suggested […]

ICT Digital Platform Open Consultation

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

There is currently a gap in the connectivity of the East London Patient Record System where the voluntary sector is concerned. This is because there is no mechanism for enabling […]

Emergency First Aid at Work

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

This 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 […]

GDPR Compliance training

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 controllers and […]

Health & Safety at Work Essentials

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Children and Family Sector Meeting

Children and Family Sector Meeting- It's time to Refresh Forum | Hackney CVS The Children and Young peoples Provider Forum brings together charitable organisations that support local children and families. […]

How to apply for a peer support grant

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

Peer support long term health conditions grants round 5 is open Peer support long term conditions grants round 5 is open to community organisations, registered charities, registered CIC’s and social […]

SHARING LESSONS FROM CHILD SAFEGUARDING

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Safeguarding children and young people is everybody’s responsibility but sometimes, despite the involvement of many services, children come to harm. Sharing lessons from Child Safeguarding Reviews provides an opportunity reflect, […]

Writing better funding applications

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Writing a funding bid is a time-consuming business and, with more organisations chasing shrinking sources of support, it’s important to get it right first time. This interactive workshop will: Provide […]

The Essentials of Data Management

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Hackney Main Grants ‘How to Apply’ session

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 […]

‘Hidden Harm’ Young Women’s Digital Safety

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

As part of our Pro Tech Young Women’s project young women aged 13 to 21 and mums and dads are invited to attend our tips and taster session. Find out […]

Hackney Main Grants ‘How to Apply’ session

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Northwold table-top sale and funday

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. […]

Relax & Restore – Herbal Remedy Making

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 […]

Introduction to Sexual Health and Condom Distribution Training

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 […]

A family summer fair and craft fair

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 […]

St Augustine’s Tower open day

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 […]

Next Steps Careers Festival

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 […]

Hackney Record Fair

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 […]

East End Community Foundation’s grant workshop

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 […]

Hackney Main Grants ‘How to Apply’ session

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Hackney Carnival

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 […]

Writing better funding applications

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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

Advocacy services in Hackney

Come to the meeting on 13 September and find out where you can get support when you need it. Read more

Bowel Cancer Awareness

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 […]

Introduction to PQASSO

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

GDPR Compliance – Get Ready!

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Autism and Ageing

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 […]

Will they take away my child?

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, […]

Good Governance for charities

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Final Taster Session- Non Violent Resistance Training

Hackney Co-operative Developments 62 Beechwood Rd, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Health & Safety at Work Essentials

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Young Women: Relationships and Safety Matters

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Parents Know How Session

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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) […]

DIY Art Market

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 […]

Children and Families Forum – Obesity Reflection Session

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Basic Risk Assessment

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Living well over 65

King's College London is inviting adults over the age 65 to the workshop 'Living well over 65'. Date: 5 October. Read more

Healthier City and Hackney Fund Launch Event

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 […]

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 […]

Meet the funders

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Emergency First Aid at Work

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Women and Leadership Conference

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 […]

Celebrating Black History & Craft Fair

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. […]

The value of community and connections as we get older

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 […]

Finance for non-financial managers

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 […]

Your Neighbourhood

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 […]

London Living Wage Event – Living Wage Week 2018

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. […]

Implementing PQASSO

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Non Violent Resistance Training

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Hackney CVS Trustees’ week event

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

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

Winter Warmer showcase

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 […]

What is a healthy weight?

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 […]

Rainbow Grow – FUN(d)raising event

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 […]

Rainbow Grow FUN(d)raiser

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 […]

FGM Awareness Event

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Event facilitated by RISE Community Action For more information contact: contact@risecommunity.org.uk, tel: 07983124500

Information and advice for the Windrush generation

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 […]

Suicide Awareness Training

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.

Influencing Change, a five-day training programme

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

New Year, New You! Volunteer Fair

CLR James Library, E8 3BQ

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 […]

Scared To Dance

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 […]

Hackney Wick Business Forum

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 […]

Let’s talk about stroke

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 […]

Hackney Fostering Information Session

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 […]

Self neglect and hoarding training

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 […]

A Valentine’s gift day & Craft fair

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 […]

UnLtd – Do It Awards information event

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 […]

Hackney Rough Sleepers Summit

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 […]

Health and Social Care Forum

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

Mental Health and Wellbeing workshop

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 […]

LGBTQ terminology, definitions and experience

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 […]

Children, Young people, Adult and Disability workshop

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 […]

5 week Self-defence course

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

Community Capacity Assets workshop

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 […]

‘Freedom Song’

'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 […]

Bid Writing: The Basics

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 […]

Hackney CVS Awards

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Open Space Event: Well Street Common Pilot

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 […]

Senegalese Independence Day

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

Easter holiday play scheme

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 - […]

Grow in Hackney Wick – community resilience

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 […]

Recurring

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Join Rainbow Grow, LGBTQI+ gardening initiative. They meet every Tuesday at Hackney CVS from 5pm tp 7pm.

European Settlement Scheme Workshop

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 […]

Hackney Young Futures Commission Launch

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, […]

Community choir

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 […]

Rainbow Grow

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Community Engagement Event

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

Making Hackney Work For You

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

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 […]

Black Men’s Health Solutions

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

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 […]

Domestic Violence & Abuse

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. […]

‘Let’s talk Prevention – Hackney’

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-Islington Young Londoners Fund Network

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 […]

Dementia User Involvement Group

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 […]

Sustainable Procurement Strategy

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 […]

Hackney Town Hall tour and Vaults

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 […]

Dalston Children’s Festival

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 […]

Hackney Fostering Information Session

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 […]

Hackney Cultural Strategy Launch

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 […]

Stop and Search Community Events

Stop and Search Community Events. The Metropolitan Police Service are pleased to announce two upcoming events open for local residents to attend. The aim of the events is to provide information to […]

Hackney Advice Forum meeting

Hackney Advice Forum meets on a quarterly basis. Come along to the next meeting to hear from: - Joanna Blackwood and Poppy Middlemiss from Hackney Council who will present on the Hackney Advice […]

Come Correct Sexual Health Training

Introduction To Sexual Health and Condom Distribution Schemes This is a half day training course, running from 9:30-1:30. After completeing the training, participants will be able to distribute condoms as […]

Hackney Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) 2019-2022 Strategy launch. Come and hear from Councillors and professionals working in the Violence Against Women and Girls sector as Hackney launches the updated […]

Xenia workshop for women

Women from all walks of life are invited to come along and meet, connect and learn in our next Xenia meetup for women. English language learners and women who are […]

Big Caribbean Tea Party

To celebrate Windrush Day Hackney Council is hosting the 'Big Caribbean Tea Party' for Caribbean elders and their families. Enjoy live entertainment, afternoon tea and the chance to learn more […]

Health and Social Care Forum Meeting

Come to the Health and Social Care Forum Meeting to learn more about Integrated Care System, Primary Care Network and Children's Mental Health Strategy. Date: 24 June. Read more

CV Surgery and interview training

ELBA and Hackney Works invite you to a CV and Interview skills focused employment workshop for Hackney residents seeking career development. CV Surgery Corporate volunteers will support you in small […]

Peace Market

Come to Peace Market, a showcase of young creative businesses, musicians, artists, and entrepreneurs, with the aim of bringing the community together to help young people who are homeless and need […]

Eid Street Party

Come to Eid Street Party organised by Musallaa an-Noor Mosque to celebrate the Eid festival with your neighbours, faith leaders and the wider community. Read more

Navigating Brexit for SMEs. General Business Session

When the UK leaves the EU, the commercial environment as we know it will change. This may cause disruption for business, but could equally mean unexpected opportunities. The London Growth […]

Dalston Business Forum

We would like to welcome you to the Dalston Business Forum hosted by Hackney Council, this is an informal presentation and networking opportunity and open to all businesses and entrepreneurs […]

Hackney Fostering Information Session

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 […]

Black Pride

UK Black Pride returns on Sunday 7 July, 2019 and to mark UK Black Pride’s continued growth, the celebration moves to a larger location: Haggerston Park in east London. The […]

Peace Market

Showcasing Hackney’s young creative enterprise and helping young people affected by homeless, poverty and poor mental health An indoor pop-up in the heart of De Beauvoir’s vibrant community, filled with […]

Hackney Town Hall tour and Vaults display

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. Now residents and […]

Construction Careers and Jobs Fair

Hackney Works, Berkeley Homes, and Notting Hill Genesis are Hosting a construction careers and jobs fair in the heart of Woodberry Down. About this Event Come along to access live […]

Hackney Black Women Writers

Hackney Black Women Writers return for the second public showcase of the their work, this time created in response to the Women on Screens exhibition, which chart the history and […]

You are invited to the Greater London Authority’s annual civil society conference on Friday 12 July 2019 at City Hall. This year’s conference theme is: ‘Cross-sector working: from Transaction to […]

Hackney CVS Summer Open Dat

Hackney CVS 24-30 Dalston Lane, London, United Kingdom

Come to Hackney CVS Summer Open Day to hear more about our vision and to: - take part in interactive discussion-based workshops; - tell us about your current needs - […]

Hackney CVS Open Day

Join us at our 2019 summer open day. Learn about our work for a FairerHackney. Hear about our projects for migrants and refugees, young people older people. Enjoy our Rainbow […]

Mental Health First Aid Half Day Course

Mind in the City, Hackney and Waltham Forest has partnered with Hackney Council to deliver MHFA training to frontline professionals who work in Hackney What is Mental Health First Aid? […]

Waste Less, Lunch Free

Did you know that the average family wastes £800 worth of food every year? This summer Keep Britain Tidy will again be returning to Hackney to host the ‘Waste Less, […]

Creative Mentor Network 4 x 5

Creative Mentor Network presents 4 x 5 In partnership with Hackney Council Hosted at We Are Social Research shows that young people who make 4 or more professional connections before […]

Hackney Vegan Village

The Vegan Village returns with over 50 of London’s hottest vegan traders. Showcasing the best of all things vegan, there will be a wide selection of food available to enjoy, […]

Hackney Town Hall tour and Vaults display

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. Now residents and […]

Hackney Fashion Festival

Discover over 50 sustainable fashion vendors at this fun fashion-focused festival at Bohemia Place Markets. Bohemia Place continues its ‘Summer Series’ by bringing some of the most exciting vintage, retro […]

Shoreditch Live

Shoreditch Live will include an art exhibition by local young people, a live music stage featuring young musicians and bands from Hackney, urban graffiti workshops and performances, plus food and […]

Plastic – Free Hackney Planning Meeting

At this month's meeting the following exciting projects will be on the agenda: 1. Planting and Rewilding Project on the Canal 2. Zero Waste Week with Hackney Council 3. Collaboration […]

Summer Career Festival

Just received your exam results and unsure about your next move? Come and get some free expert advice and guidance. Read more

A family summer fair and craft fair

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 […]

Mental Health First Aid Training

Are you the manager, owner, or pastoral care lead of a small business or organisation in Hackney? Do you worry that you do not have the knowledge or skills to […]

Youth Voice festival

Come along to the Geffrye Museum for the Youth Voice festival, designed with and for young people! Take part in creative art workshops, work alongside young artists and talk about […]

Hackney Support Group

A monthly drop-in for families, carers and survivors of brain injury where people come together, share experiences and support each other. Runs on the 1st Friday of every month between 2 & 4pm at […]

Peace Market

The Peace Market is a youth-led campaign to help raise awareness and give practical advice about the challenges young homeless people face, how it affects them and the community. This is […]

Hackney Carnival

Hackney Carnival’s getting bigger every year as more and more people come to celebrate the borough’s renowned creativity and diversity. Read more

ENGAGE: Hackney Sickle Cell Community Forum

The Hackney Sickle Cell Community Forum has been created as part of the Sickle Cell community engagement project in Hackney, to give members of the Sickle Community the opportunity to […]

Hackney Vegan Village

The Vegan Village returns with over 50 of London’s hottest vegan traders. Showcasing the best of all things vegan, there will be a wide selection of food available to enjoy, […]

De Beauvoir flower, produce and dog show

Flower and produce show with adults' and kids' competitions for flowers, growing, baking and arts and crafts. Dog show, teas, cakes, raffle, tombola, plant stall, children's activities and greener planet […]

Well Street Common Neighbourhood Partnership meeting

The Well Street Common Neighbourhood Partnership is the coming together of voluntary and community groups, residents and frontline statutory staff working in the Well Street Common Neighbourhood. Building on the […]

Urban herbal

Hackney Herbal will have an open garden in Hackney Wick in celebration of Urban Food Fortnight. They will be celebrating the Autumn equinox with nature-based craft activities for all ages […]

Hackney Repair Cafe

Come along and learn repair skills to give new life to items that you would normally throw away and make them useable again. Read more

Plastic-Free Hackney Building A Wildlife Habitat

Organised by Plastic-Free Hackney. The second phase of their canal rewilding project! They will be building raised beds, installing bee boxes and other habitats for other wildlife. Read more

Hackney Fostering Information Session

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 […]

Xenia workshop for women

Are you learning English? Come and make a friend, practice English, learn new things, and share your culture. Do you speak fluent English? Come and make a friend, practice whatever you want […]

Celebrating black history and craft fair

This a free entry event for the community, to come together, to learn and celebrate black history. There will be Businesses, organisations, charities designers and artists, too provide, community information, […]

Hackney Food Poverty Alliance: Call to Action Workshop

Hackney Food Poverty Alliance and Hackney Council welcome you to a workshop to develop the Borough’s food poverty action plan. Hackney Food Poverty Alliance brings together 40 community organisations and […]

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