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Our Training and Events are designed to supercharge your befriending project! With 30 years of experience in the sector, we’ve developed a programme of training and events that provides your team with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver quality befriending to individuals and communities.
Have a team that needs training? Can’t find the training you need at the time you need it? Or would prefer training in person at your organisation? Contact our team to discuss bespoke training packages.
Don’t miss out – some training sessions and events are only open to members of Befriending Networks! Join now to receive discounted booking fees and exclusive access to training and events.
Build the practical skills and confidence you need for career development and leadership roles. Starting Wednesday 19 August.
Discover the principles and practice of collaboration and co-design in this engaging e-learning course.
Learn practical, proven strategies to reduce complex and inappropriate referrals and improve working relationships in your community.
Learn practical, proven strategies to reduce complex and inappropriate referrals and improve working relationships in your community.
Builds your knowledge and confidence to effectively support volunteers, staff, and service users, while strengthening your organisation's practice.
Is a waiting list system good for your project? Do you have the capacity to manage it? Join this session to discuss streamlined approaches to befriending operations.
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!
This informal networking session is aimed at supporting befriending projects working in Hospices or End of Life Projects.
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.
Develop your knowledge, skills and confidence for designing, delivering and evaluating the training you provide.
Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.
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!
A free networking session with a focus on topical issues impacting children and young people within the context of befriending.
Get an overview of the Quality in Befriending Award and ask any questions you have.
Connect, share, and discuss practice, policy and research linked to social isolation and loneliness in Scotland
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