Training and Events

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 most influential job in the borough. Ahead of next month’s mayoral election the Hackney Citizen is hosting a free debate at the Dalston venue from […]

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 submit funding applications. Course Outline This interactive course will help participants examine the types of researched evidence needed to increase their capacity in order 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, this training will increase your confidence in dealing with charity finances. This course will provide you with the knowledge to: ensure you are making the […]

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 talk about ageing, isolation and how it affects older people from BAME communities, specifically. Read more

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 Garden.

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 intensive workshop aims to provide you with in-depth knowledge on how to be GDPR compliant by May 2018. This includes how it should be applied in practice […]

Das Brass live brass band, canalside in Hackney Wick

Das Brass get a crowd dancing and boogieing all night, whether it's to The White Stripe's Seven Nation Army or a funked up snippet of the Countdown theme. Craft and organic drinks and 10% of kitchen. Where? Grow, 98C Main Yard, Wallis Road, Hackney Wick E9 5LN. Contact: Jordanna, e-mail: hello@growhackney.co.uk Telephone: 020 8541 4328.

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 features roaring crowds and music at every mile

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 - Friday 25th May members and supporters of Hackney Dementia Action Alliance are celebrating Dementia Action Week with a range of public events, for example; […]

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 Community Foundation supports community-based organisations focused on helping disadvantaged London. They specialise in finding and funding small organisations who are just starting out or who […]

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