
Networking: Befriending in Hospices / End of Life Projects
Tuesday 14th July 2026
13:00 - 14:00
Free
This informal networking session is aimed at supporting befriending projects working in Hospices or End of Life Projects.

Vital Skills: Recruiting Volunteers
Wednesday 15th July 2026
Multi-Day Event
£160.00
This interactive, practice‑focused course equips staff with the knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to recruit the right volunteer befrienders for their project. Develop the skills to recruit confident, committed volunteer befrienders. Learn to overcome barriers, target the right people, and strengthen your volunteer pathway.

Management and Leadership in Befriending Projects
Starts Wednesday 19th August 2026
Multi-Day Event
£355.00
This course is tailored for staff involved in befriending projects, offering practical support and skill development for ongoing professional growth. It’s ideal for those looking to take on more responsibility or step into a leadership role.

Get Ready for Befriending Week
Wednesday 19th August 2026
13:00 - 14:15
Free
This informal networking session is aimed at supporting your organisation to make the most out of Befriending Week

Introduction to Befriending Networks (September)
Tuesday 1st September 2026
13:00 - 14:00
Free
Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.

Making the Most of Membership (September)
Wednesday 2nd September 2026
10:00 - 11:00
Free
New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an existing member looking for a refresher on the benefits of being part of our Network? Either way, this session is for you!

Networking: Children and Young People’s Forum (September)
Thursday 10th September 2026
10:00 - 11:00
Free
A free networking session with a focus on topical issues impacting children and young people within the context of befriending.

Info Session: Quality in Befriending Award (September)
Monday 14th September 2026
13:00 - 13:45
Free
Get an overview of the Quality in Befriending Award and ask any questions you have.

Scottish Forum on Isolation and Loneliness (Sept 26)
Wednesday 16th September 2026
13:00 - 15:00
Free
Connect, share, and discuss practice, policy and research linked to social isolation and loneliness in Scotland