Journey Across Befriending: London (London Irish Centre Co-Host)

Free

“The support of the Befriending Networks Team has been invaluable. The training and resources have been so helpful, but the real highlight has been the opportunities to join the in-person networking with others working across the sector.” 
— Member feedback

About the event

Join the Befriending Networks team in London for the very first event in our 2025 Journey Across Befriending Roadshow! This is a great chance to meet other members in person, share your experience and get new insights.

Programme

• 12.00 – 12.45: Optional networking.  You’re welcome to arrive at any time during this period. You can bring along your own lunch, or just join us for coffee.  
• 12.45 – 15:00: Main session.  During the afternoon there will be time for us to discuss and share some of the topics and themes relevant to befriending.  They will be of interest whether you are from a new project, a long established project, or just getting started.  The format will be relaxed with plenty of interaction – and of course time for coffee and networking with others.

Co-hosted with

London Irish Centre

The London Irish Centre provides support to the Irish community within London. Their Befriending Service offers a blended approach of telephone or face to face befriending for community members over 55, depending on the need of the client.   

Who is this event for?

This is event relevant to anyone working in befriending and open to both members and non members of Befriending Networks. It will be of interest to any type of projects – from new projects to long-established services.

Cost

Roadshow events are free to both members and non-members of Befriending Networks.  We will provide refreshments throughout the afternoon, but ask that you bring your own lunch if you choose to come along to that part of the session.

What are roadshow events?

Prior to 2020, Befriending Networks held regular in-person networking events around the UK called ‘Common Ground Meetings’.  Following feedback from our members, who are keen to return to some face-to-face events, we have developed the roadshow events to give members the opportunity to meet as a network.

Our networking events are a safe and friendly space for those working within community projects to come together, network, share and compare experiences, and learn from one another. If you have anything you’d like to discuss, please let us know in advance of the session. 

Questions?

Please get in touch with the event facilitator, sandra@befriending.co.uk

Event Facilitator

This event is facilitated by

Sandra

Membership Services Officer

Cancellation Policy: This event is a free event. We understand that circumstances can change. If you book to attend this event but can no longer attend, please inform the facilitator so that we can open your space to another attendee.

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