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SUMMARY:Employment Skills\, Getting Work-Ready (In person)
DESCRIPTION:This training is part of the annual Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme organised by Voluntary Action Islington to strengthen the skills of volunteers – and the staff who support them – in food aid services. \nEligibility is limited to Cripplegate-funded food aid organisations. If you are not funded but would like to attend\, please contact james.wooldridge@vai.org.uk \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. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nJob Search Strategies: How to find and apply for the right opportunities\nCV & Cover Letter Writing: Create a professional\, standout application\nApplication Forms: Complete them accurately and effectively\nInterview Preparation: Tips and techniques to succeed in interviews\n\nBy the end of the course\, you’ll feel more confident and equipped to take the next step in your career journey. \nCourse details: \nFridays\, 10am – 12noon\, 27 February to 27 March 2026 \nVenue: Voluntary Action Islington\, Second Floor\, 200A Pentonville Rd\, London N1 9JP \nTo register and find out about more training courses\, please click here
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/employment-skills-getting-work-ready-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Peer-to-peer Fundraising Support Group Meeting 5
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to those of you who attended Our VAI Peer-to-Peer Funding Support Group Meeting 4 and shared your experiences so openly. It was very well attended\, with great engagement and lively discussion throughout. The contributions of Sophie and Sarah from The National Lottery Community Fund\, along with Michael and his team from the North London Waste Authority\, were valuable and are sincerely appreciated. \nFeedback from attendees highlighted how these sessions are becoming more than just a space to learn and share skills. It is also developing into a place where organisations connect\, build relationships\, and start meaningful conversations around collaboration and networking. Many participants shared on how useful it was to hear from others\, exchange ideas\, and learn from shared experiences. \nFeedback from our meeting 4   attendee\n” Thank you so much Tsigereda\, it was so helpful the meeting today.  I learnt so much and will liaise with the other trustees and the two funders I met today at the meeting.”  \nMeeting 5 will take place on  \nDate: Monday\,  9th March 2026 \nMeeting Time: 10:30 -12:30 (registration start at 10:15) \nVenue: Voluntary action Islington\, 2nd Floor\, 200 A Pentonville Road\, London  N1 9JP \nScarlet Dempsey from Islington council \, Community Investment Lead will be joining us to explore ideas and share practical insights \, with a particular focus on applications and what works well. \nRegister today using this link   \n What to expect:\nThis is not a training – it’s a space for networking \, honest discussion\, mutual support\, and peer learning. \nWe’ll focus on: \n\nSharing real funding applications – both successful and rejected\nReflecting on what worked and what didn’t\nTalking openly about common challenges\nExploring ways to diversify funding beyond grants\n\nBring along (if you’re comfortable): \n\nA past or current funding application\nA question\, idea\, or experience\nYourself – whether you’re new to fundraising or well established\, your perspective matters\n\nJoin other local organisations to share experiences\, exchange practical fundraising tips \, and building networking and collaboration opportunities through our peer-to-peer sessions \nUpcoming session  \nWe also have more discussion sessions and webinars planned over the next few months. Further details will be shared soon\, but for now\, please pencil these dates into your diary — more information will follow. \n\n\n\nThursday 26th March\n2pm – 3pm\nWebinar -Trustee responsibilities\n\n\nThursday 30th April\n5:30pm – 7:30pm\nCharity Code Discussion – Part 1- in person\n\n\nThursday 28th May\n2pm – 3pm\nWebinar- Charity Annual Accounts\n\n\nMonday 18th May\n10:30am – 12:30pm\nVAI Peer-to-Peer Funding Support Group meeting 6 – in person
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/peer-to-peer-fundraising-support-group-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville road\, London\, N1 9JP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Employment Skills\, Getting Work-Ready (In person)
DESCRIPTION:This training is part of the annual Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme organised by Voluntary Action Islington to strengthen the skills of volunteers – and the staff who support them – in food aid services. \nEligibility is limited to Cripplegate-funded food aid organisations. If you are not funded but would like to attend\, please contact james.wooldridge@vai.org.uk \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. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nJob Search Strategies: How to find and apply for the right opportunities\nCV & Cover Letter Writing: Create a professional\, standout application\nApplication Forms: Complete them accurately and effectively\nInterview Preparation: Tips and techniques to succeed in interviews\n\nBy the end of the course\, you’ll feel more confident and equipped to take the next step in your career journey. \nCourse details: \nFridays\, 10am – 12noon\, 27 February to 27 March 2026 \nVenue: Voluntary Action Islington\, Second Floor\, 200A Pentonville Rd\, London N1 9JP \nTo register and find out about more training courses\, please click here
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/employment-skills-getting-work-ready-in-person-3/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP
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SUMMARY:Employment Skills\, Getting Work-Ready (In person)
DESCRIPTION:This training is part of the annual Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme organised by Voluntary Action Islington to strengthen the skills of volunteers – and the staff who support them – in food aid services. \nEligibility is limited to Cripplegate-funded food aid organisations. If you are not funded but would like to attend\, please contact james.wooldridge@vai.org.uk \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. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nJob Search Strategies: How to find and apply for the right opportunities\nCV & Cover Letter Writing: Create a professional\, standout application\nApplication Forms: Complete them accurately and effectively\nInterview Preparation: Tips and techniques to succeed in interviews\n\nBy the end of the course\, you’ll feel more confident and equipped to take the next step in your career journey. \nCourse details: \nFridays\, 10am – 12noon\, 27 February to 27 March 2026 \nVenue: Voluntary Action Islington\, Second Floor\, 200A Pentonville Rd\, London N1 9JP \nTo register and find out about more training courses\, please click here
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/employment-skills-getting-work-ready-in-person-4/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Volunteering Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Islington & Camden Spring 2026 Volunteering Fair when we are once again joining forces with our good friends Volunteer Centre Camden online on Wednesday 25th March\, 12.00-2pm. \nDid you know that volunteering is good for you? Studies show that volunteering can improve and maintain your mental and physical health\, and well as helping with the effects of stress\, anxiety and low self esteem. And the social contact of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on your overall psychological wellbeing. Good times.  \nWant to volunteer? Book Your Free Place on Eventbrite. \nNo need to book\, pencil the date and join us on the day! \nIf you know anyone interested in volunteering\, feel free to invite them to the fair. \nIf you are unavailable\, find volunteering opportunities here\, or contact us at 07354 459 113 or volunteer@vai.org.uk
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/spring-2026-volunteering-fair/
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SUMMARY:The Roles and Responsibilities of Trustees Webinar (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Join this online zoom webinar on the Roles and Responsibilities of Trustees. \nStrong governance is the foundation of every successful community organisation.\nWhether you are new to being a trustee\, thinking about taking on the role\, or simply want to better understand how charity boards work\, this practical and informative webinar will give you the clarity and confidence you need. \nDuring this live online session\, you will: \n\nGain a clear understanding of the legal duties and responsibilities of trustees\nLearn what good governance looks like in practice\nUnderstand how to protect yourself and your organisation\nExplore common challenges trustees face and how to manage them\nHave the opportunity to ask questions relevant to your own organisation\n\nThe session will be delivered by PWW Solicitors\, recognised specialists in charity and non-profit law and ranked in Tier 4 of The Legal 500. Their expertise ensures you will receive accurate\, practical guidance based on real experience supporting charities and community groups. \nBook your place here \nWho should attend?\nThis session is not just for trustees. \nIt is ideal for: \n\nNew and existing trustees\nProspective trustees\nCommittee members\nCharity and community group staff\nProject leads and coordinators\nAnyone involved in the governance or management of a voluntary organisation\n\nUnderstanding trustee responsibilities strengthens your organisation\, improves decision-making\, and helps build a more resilient and effective board. If you want to feel more confident about governance and better equipped to support your community\, this session is for you. \nBook your place here \nOnce registered nearer the time we will send a zoom link for you  to join the training 
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/the-roles-and-responsibilities-of-trustees-webinar-online/
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SUMMARY:Employment Skills\, Getting Work-Ready (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:This training is part of the annual Cripplegate Food Fund Volunteer Training Programme organised by Voluntary Action Islington to strengthen the skills of volunteers – and the staff who support them – in food aid services. \nEligibility is limited to Cripplegate-funded food aid organisations. If you are not funded but would like to attend\, please contact james.wooldridge@vai.org.uk \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. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nJob Search Strategies: How to find and apply for the right opportunities\nCV & Cover Letter Writing: Create a professional\, standout application\nApplication Forms: Complete them accurately and effectively\nInterview Preparation: Tips and techniques to succeed in interviews\n\nBy the end of the course\, you’ll feel more confident and equipped to take the next step in your career journey. \nCourse details: \nFridays\, 10am – 12noon\, 27 February to 27 March 2026 \nVenue: Voluntary Action Islington\, Second Floor\, 200A Pentonville Rd\, London N1 9JP \nTo register and find out about more training courses\, please click here
URL:https://vai.org.uk/event/employment-skills-getting-work-ready-in-person-5/
LOCATION:Voluntary Action Islington\, 200a Pentonville Road\, London\, N1 9JP
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