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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Awareness Training for Food Hub Volunteers and Staff
DESCRIPTION:This session is for food hub volunteers and staff only who work with or come into contact with adults at risk and have not previously attended any basic safeguarding awareness courses. \nAim: To increase knowledge about safeguarding adults and how to identify and report abuse \nLearning Objectives: \n• Define and recognise signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect \n• Identify which groups of people come under the term adults with care and support needs in adult social care and may be vulnerable to abuse \n• Be able to recognise potential indicators of abuse \n• Who to raise a concern with \nFor Cuckooing: \n• Define cuckooing and its impact on individuals and communities \n• Identify the risk factors and indicators of cuckooing \n• Who to raise a concern with \nFor more information about the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme and a full list of our training courses\, please click here \nClick here to sign up
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/safeguarding-awareness-training-for-food-hub-volunteers-and-staff-2/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid: Two Day Online – For Food Hub Volunteers and Staff
DESCRIPTION:Gain the knowledge and skills to spot signs of poor mental health and signpost people to appropriate support. \nA two-day online course delivered across four manageable sessions. \nClick here to sign up and for further information \nFor more information about the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme and a full list of our training courses\, please click here \nFor food hub volunteers and staff only.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/mental-health-first-aid-two-day-online-for-food-hub-volunteers-and-staff/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T120000
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SUMMARY:Peer to Peer Funding Support Group Meeting 7
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce that at our next meeting we will be joined by Catherine Sorrell\, Grant Manger at Cloudesley\, who will share insights from both a funder’s perspective and her extensive experience of supporting organisations across the voluntary and community sector. Cloudesley is an independent charitable trust that makes grants to people\, organisations\, and churches within the London Borough of Islington. \n Date: Monday 7th September 2026 \nSession Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm\n(Registration and refreshments from 9:45am) \nVenue: Voluntary Action Islington\, Second Floor\, 200A Pentonville Road\, London \nWhat to Expect \nThis is not a training session – it is a space for honest discussion\, mutual support and peer learning. \nTogether we will focus on: \n\nSharing real funding applications – both successful and unsuccessful\nReflecting on what worked and what didn’t\nDiscussing common fundraising challenges openly\nExploring ways to diversify income and funding beyond grants\nLearning from the experiences of fellow organisations\n\nBring Along (If You’re Comfortable) \n\nA past or current funding application\nA question\, idea\, or experience to share\nYourself – whether you’re new to fundraising or highly experienced\, your perspective matters\n\nJoin other local organisations to exchange experiences\, practical tips and ideas for fundraising success. Learn from your peers\, build connections\, and strengthen your approach to securing funding. \nWe also warmly invite funders who are interested in supporting this work to join our discussion group. \nYour involvement can help strengthen the sector\, foster collaboration\, and create more opportunities for organisations to secure funding and maximise their impact. \n Places are limited\, so please register today using this link.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/peer-to-peer-funding-support-group-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260907T161626Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid: Two Day In Person – For Food Hub Volunteers and Staff
DESCRIPTION:For food hub volunteers and staff only.\n\nGain knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health and how to signpost them to appropriate support. \n\nClick here to sign up and for further information\n\n\nFor more information about the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme and a full list of our training courses.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/mental-health-first-aid-two-day-in-person-for-food-hub-volunteers-and-staff/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260908T180236Z
CREATED:20260904T111453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T180236Z
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SUMMARY:Empower You; Confidence Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 25th September to Friday 23rd October 2026. \nWe will explore and understand the reasons for feeling confident or unsure of themselves\, how to participate more effectively in social situations and manage stress\, and how to set goals that increase their self-confidence. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/empower-you-confidence-unlocked/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T113727Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T113727Z
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SUMMARY:Empower You; Confidence Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 25th September to Friday 23rd October 2026. \nWe will explore and understand the reasons for feeling confident or unsure of themselves\, how to participate more effectively in social situations and manage stress\, and how to set goals that increase their self-confidence. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/empower-you-confidence-unlocked-2/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261009T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T114028Z
CREATED:20260904T114013Z
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SUMMARY:Empower You; Confidence Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 25th September to Friday 23rd October 2026. \nWe will explore and understand the reasons for feeling confident or unsure of themselves\, how to participate more effectively in social situations and manage stress\, and how to set goals that increase their self-confidence. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/empower-you-confidence-unlocked-3/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T161510Z
CREATED:20260804T134923Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop 1: Finding\, Assessing\, and Using Evidence to Strengthen Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join this practical workshop to build your confidence in finding\, understanding\, and using evidence in your work. Whether you are planning services\, applying for funding\, learning more about your community\, or simply curious about what “good evidence” looks like\, this session will help you use evidence to support stronger decisions and strengthen your practice. \nThis workshop is open to everyone working or volunteering in the voluntary and community sector. Following the training needs assessment carried out last year by Voluntary action Islington and Evidence Islington  you told us that support around using evidence would be valuable. In response\, we are delivering a series of practical workshops\, and this is the first session in the Evidence Islington Programme. \nEvidence Islington is the Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) for Islington. \nDelivered by: Dr Patrycja J. Piotrowska\, Research Capacity\, Training & Development Lead (Evidence Islington) \nRegistration time : 9:30 -10:00 \nSession time : 10:00-12:00 \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognise different types of evidence relevant to the voluntary and community sector.\nFind and explore sources of evidence\, including the Islington Data Hub\, to better understand local needs and community priorities.\nAssess whether evidence is useful\, trustworthy\, and relevant\, and apply it more confidently in their work.\n\nRegister here to secure your place.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/workshop-1-finding-assessing-and-using-evidence-to-strengthen-your-practice/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T122718Z
CREATED:20260904T122718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T122718Z
UID:52202-1792144800-1792152000@vai.org.uk
SUMMARY:Empower You; Confidence Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 25th September to Friday 23rd October 2026. \nWe will explore and understand the reasons for feeling confident or unsure of themselves\, how to participate more effectively in social situations and manage stress\, and how to set goals that increase their self-confidence. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/empower-you-confidence-unlocked-4/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T122942Z
CREATED:20260904T122942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T122942Z
UID:52204-1792749600-1792756800@vai.org.uk
SUMMARY:Empower You; Confidence Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 25th September to Friday 23rd October 2026. \nWe will explore and understand the reasons for feeling confident or unsure of themselves\, how to participate more effectively in social situations and manage stress\, and how to set goals that increase their self-confidence. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/empower-you-confidence-unlocked-5/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T134441Z
CREATED:20260904T133858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T134441Z
UID:52206-1793959200-1793966400@vai.org.uk
SUMMARY:Customer Service for Work
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 6th November to Friday 4th December 2026. \nThis course is designed to help you develop the essential skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace. You’ll build confidence\, improve communication\, and gain practical tools to prepare for employment or transition into a new role. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/customer-service-for-work/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, Select a State:\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T134636Z
CREATED:20260904T134636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T134636Z
UID:52210-1794564000-1794571200@vai.org.uk
SUMMARY:Customer Service for Work
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 6th November to Friday 4th December 2026. \nThis course is designed to help you develop the essential skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace. You’ll build confidence\, improve communication\, and gain practical tools to prepare for employment or transition into a new role. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/customer-service-for-work-2/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, Select a State:\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261120T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T134705Z
CREATED:20260904T134705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T134705Z
UID:52212-1795168800-1795176000@vai.org.uk
SUMMARY:Customer Service for Work
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 6th November to Friday 4th December 2026. \nThis course is designed to help you develop the essential skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace. You’ll build confidence\, improve communication\, and gain practical tools to prepare for employment or transition into a new role. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/customer-service-for-work-3/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, Select a State:\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T135015Z
CREATED:20260904T134750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T135015Z
UID:52214-1795773600-1795780800@vai.org.uk
SUMMARY:Customer Service for Work
DESCRIPTION:This training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 6th November to Friday 4th December 2026. \nThis course is designed to help you develop the essential skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace. You’ll build confidence\, improve communication\, and gain practical tools to prepare for employment or transition into a new role. \nTo sign up complete the application form by clicking here \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/customer-service-for-work-4/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, Select a State:\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261204T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260917T142207Z
CREATED:20260904T134903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T142207Z
UID:52216-1796378400-1796385600@vai.org.uk
SUMMARY:Customer Service for Work
DESCRIPTION:Who is this course for?\nThis training course is only open to Islington food hub volunteers and staff as part of the Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme. Please note this is an in person 5-week course (every Friday) from Friday 6th November to Friday 4th December 2026. \nWhat will you learn?\nThis course is designed to help you develop the essential skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace. You’ll build confidence\, improve communication\, and gain practical tools to prepare for employment or transition into a new role. \nHow to apply\nSign up to complete the application form here. \nOr contact Alison: Alison.Moore@islington.gov.uk or 07808 879044 \nYou must sign up and receive confirmation before attending.
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/customer-service-for-work-5/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, Select a State:\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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