We are the network for befriending organisations
Befriending Networks supports and connects befriending services across the globe, providing sector-specific training, events, resources and awards that support quality in befriending.
Our vision is of a society where quality befriending support is available to everyone who needs it, and the importance of meaningful connection is recognised. We invite a variety of befriending services to join our network, whether your project offers face-to-face, telephone, group or online befriending.
Join today and become a Befriending Networks member, delivering quality befriending services that promote wellbeing and meaningful connections, ensuring everyone is valued.
Thank you for an amazing Befriending Week!
1 – 7 November
You’ve helped to raise the profile of befriending, build community connections and help reach people in need of meaningful connection. Catch up on Befriending Week 2026 on our blog.
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Training & Events
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Masterclass: Plan Your Year of Development
Wednesday, 25 November 2026
10:00 – 11:30 (GMT)This interactive Befriending Networks member session combines practical learning, peer discussion and networking to help you review the year so…
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Masterclass: Handling Personal Data
Tuesday, 1 December 2026
13:30 – 14:30 (GMT)This interactive Befriending Networks session is designed to support good practice in data management.Â
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Making the Most of Membership (December)
Wednesday, 2 December 2026
10:00 – 11:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Befriender Training Toolkit: How To
Thursday, 3 December 2026
09:45 – 10:15 (GMT)Join our how-to session to learn how you can adapt and facilitate with our befriending training toolkit resources. This session…
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