Journey Across Befriending Roadshow Resources
Thank you for being part of the Journey Across Befriending Roadshow! Whether you’re an existing member or new to Befriending Networks, we hope you made some inspiring connections and got some useful information for the next steps on your befriending journey.
Feel free to explore these resources and links – and if you ever want to chat with our team, just get in touch.
We look forward to seeing you again soon!
About membership
Become a member
We are the largest network of befriending organisations in the world. Our members receive a range of exclusive benefits and support, including:
- Get personalised 1:1 support by phone, email or video call
- Access members-only resources and events
- Discounts on training, bespoke and consultancy
- Get discovered by volunteers and service users with a listing in our directory
- Apply for the Quality in Befriending Award
- Advertise staff vacancies
Join an Information Session
For non-members
Download your Travel Guide
All our Journey Across Befriending Roadshow attendees receive a copy of our Travel Guide, which includes top tips and resources to help you navigate the world of befriending.
You can download alternative versions below.
Download the plain text version
Download the print-at-home low ink version. Please save paper and only print if necessary.
Travel Guide Links
Here are some of the key links, resources and events included in the Travel Guide.
Featured Resources
Members-only resources
Befriending Networks members get access to exclusive resources to support their befriending journey, including:
Free resources
These resources are available to everyone, members and non-members.
- Good Practice Guide: Starting a Befriending Service
- Funding and Fundraising for the Befriending Sector toolkit
Get to know the Befriender Training Toolkit
Book a free Befriender Training Toolkit How-to session. Open to members and non-members.
Featured Training
We offer a range of training to boost your skills and confidence in running a befriending project. Members receive a discount on every course.
Bespoke training and consultancy
Looking for something more tailored? We can create customised training and materials to suit your project’s needs. We have a range of packages available – get in touch today to find out more!
Upcoming Networking
If you want to connect into a network of passionate, inspiring people, look no further! Our networking sessions are a chance for the befriending sector to come together, offer support and ask questions in a safe and welcoming space. We have sessions open to everyone, as well as a member-exclusive Leaders and Managers Network.
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Leaders and Managers Network: Using AI as a leader
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Leaders and Managers Network: Befriending Outcomes
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Out of Hours Networking (April)
Free
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