Training and Events

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 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. […]

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

Children and Young People’s Mental Health Wellbeing – How to Apply

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: […]

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 their time to good causes and discover how you can get involved. Refreshments included. All ages welcome.

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 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 […]

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 about opportunities and local information relevant to you. Read more

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 services? Come to 'Let’s talk about stroke’ to share your views on how stroke services could be improved. Date: 5 February. 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 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, […]

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