Training and events

We provide high quality affordable training delivered by specialists and experts on a wide range of subjects. Our programme is led by our network and designed to empower trustees, staff and volunteers in our local voluntary and community sector.

You can follow our Eventbrite page to hear about our latest events as they become available.

Please check individual listings to see if they are online or in-person.

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Effective Governance

Wednesday 3 June 2026, 6pm - 8.30pm (online)

Both new and current trustees can join this session to improve or refresh their understanding of trustee roles and responsibilities, principles and practice. Following the session, attendees can also access one-to-one personalised support to help with specific Board issues. Book here.

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NEW: Exploring Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at a Vital Time

Tuesday 9 June 2026, 10am - 12.30pm (online)

In a period of rising hostility and insecurity for many groups, this workshop is a place to explore ‘diversity, equity and inclusion’ and ‘anti-oppression’ in community organisations, what it might look like usually, and what yours might look like right now. Book here.

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Summer Funding Clinics - start 17 Jun 2026

Need a boost with your funding plans? You can get tailored, one-to-one support from experienced advisers to help you move forward with confidence. Simply share a few details via our short enquiry form and we’ll match you with the right adviser at a time to suit. Spaces are limited. Submit your enquiry on our online form here.

Talk Listen Connect - be part of a more compassionate community

Thursday 18 June 2026, 10am - 12pm (online)

Loneliness is known to cause physical and mental illness and it can be hard knowing how to help somebody who’s struggling. This free online awareness session, delivered by Princess Alice Hospice, is designed to help you connect with people in your community. Book here.

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Richmond Food Partnership Network

Thursday 2 July 2026, 2pm - 4pm

Following new funding from Richmond Council to support the next phase of this network, organisations involved in related work are invited to join this in-person meeting. We will outline the programme, discuss priorities, and begin shaping the group's work together. Book here.

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Volunteer Coordinators' Forum

Tuesday 7 July 2026, 10am - 12pm

Local Volunteer Coordinators and those with responsibility for recruiting and managing volunteers are invited to this in-person meeting. Come and discuss, share and network - with a focus on situations where volunteers may no longer be right for their roles. Book here.

Emergency First Aid at Work

Friday 18 September 2026, 9am - 4pm

Local voluntary and community organisations can join this popular, practical and affordable Level 3 course. Based on Health and Safety Executive training standards, it covers their recommendations and is suitable for a range of working environments. Book here.

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Starting Up: How to Become a Charity or Social Enterprise

Next date to be confirmed

Got a brilliant idea and need help to turn it into a great charitable project? This interactive online workshop is for you. Look at all the basics to consider - plus local attendees also have the opportunity of one-to-one support to help develop their ideas. Get in touch if you're interested.

Training Costs

The majority of our courses are fully subsidised for voluntary and community sector organisations delivering services to local communities in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

Please read our Training Booking Terms and Conditions (Sep 2018) before registering for any of our sessions.

Bespoke Training

Bespoke training is often more cost effective if you need to train three or more people. We can deliver our standard courses at a location and time to suit your organisation or we can design a session to your specific needs. Contact us to discuss your needs.