Voice & Representation
VAI's Advisory Group
The VAI Advisory Group brings together leaders from Islington's voluntary and community sector to share knowledge, identify priorities and strengthen the sector's collective voice.
The group helps connect local organisations with Islington Council, the NHS and other partners, supporting collaboration and ensuring the sector can influence local decisions.
VAI Partnership Events
VAI hosts a range of partnership events that bring together charities, community groups, partners and local stakeholders from across Islington.
From conferences and summits to the Islington Leaders Collaborative and thematic events, these sessions create opportunities to explore key issues, share learning and strengthen connections across the voluntary and community sector.
Upcoming events
An Evening of Solidarity
Date: Thurs 10 Sept 2026
Venue: St Mary's Church, Upper St. N1 2TX
Healthwatch Islington, Voluntary Action Islington and Islington Faiths Forum, on behalf of the Islington VCFSE Advisory Group, are hosting an evening of solidarity, connection and community.
Bringing together voluntary, community and faith organisations with councillors, council officers and NHS colleagues, the evening will offer an informal space to connect, strengthen relationships and explore how we can better support each other and Islington’s communities.
Forums & Networks
Find out more about forums and networks across Islington that bring organisations and partners together to share knowledge, influence local discussions and support collaborative working.
Islington BAMER Advice Alliance
A network of local organisations providing advice, advocacy and support to Black, minoritised, refugee and migrant communities, aiming to improve wellbeing, access to services, and social justice.
Islington Environmental Alliance
Islington Faiths Forum
A community partnership of faith-based organisations and projects working together to assist the local community.
Islington Food Partnership
Islington Pensioners' Forum
Islington Pensioners' Forum champions the rights and wellbeing of older people in Islington, working to reduce isolation and ensure pensioners’ voices are heard locally and beyond.
Islington Refugee and Migrant Forum
Supports refugee and migrant community organisations in Islington through partnership working, advocacy and sector support.
Islington Sustainability Network
Octopus Community Network
A network of Islington community centres working together on community development, health and wellbeing, social action and local partnerships.
