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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.
Join an info session where we’ll guide you through what’s on offer and how to access it through our website.
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.
Discuss ways to support visually impaired people
Co-hosted with Edinburgh City Mission
Bring your ideas and questions for peer networking and knowledge exchange.
This course is designed to support both staff and volunteers in supporting others through loss: loss of life, loss of independence, and loss of mobility.
Join us online for an inspiring, solution-packed gathering for all involved in befriending operations.
Examine the purpose, structure and best approach of a risk management policy and procedure, protecting stakeholders and the reputation of your project. Build confidence and protect your befriending service with practical risk‑management training. Learn to assess, reduce, and respond to risks safely and effectively.
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!
Get an overview of the Quality in Befriending Award and ask any questions you have.
Co-hosted with New Mills & District Volunteer Centre
Develop your knowledge, skills and confidence for designing, delivering and evaluating the training you provide.
Bring your ideas and questions for peer networking and knowledge exchange.
A free networking session with a focus on topical issues impacting children and young people within the context of befriending.
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