Events & training
Build your skills and knowledge to help more people become digitally included. Browse the Network's free upcoming training & events sessions, or catch up on previous sessions in the on-demand webinars.
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National Databank information session
This is an information & training session for organsations who are wanting to become part of or are already part of the National Databank
Training 12/08/2025 -
Policy Drop In: Good Things policy asks
Join the session to ask or talk to us about Good Things' policy, advocacy, and strategy work.
Training 13/08/2025 -
National Databank information session
This is an information & training session for organsations who are wanting to become part of or are already part of the National Databank
Training 28/08/2025 -
Get Online Week 2025: Information session
Find out all about Good Things Foundations’ national digital inclusion campaign Get Online Week and how you can be involved.
Training 01/09/2025 -
Drop in: Digital Inclusion hub drop in
Are you new to the National Digital Inclusion Network or do you have a question that you’d like to ask other, experienced members of the National Digital Inclusion Network? This drop in is for staff from digital inclusion hubs who want to speak to experienced hubs.
Training 02/09/2025 -
The Cloud - what is it and how to use it with Capgemini
Our friends at CapGemini lead this refresher session for digital champions on how to use the Cloud safely.
Training 08/09/2025 -
National Databank information session
This is an information & training session for organsations who are wanting to become part of or are already part of the National Databank
Training 12/09/2025 -
Libraries: National Databank information session
This is an information & training session for libraries who are part of the National Databank.
Training 15/09/2025 -
Digital champions training
A two-part training course for volunteers or staff who will provide frontline support to help people to gain digital skills and confidence.
Training 16/09/2025 -
Drop in: Get Online Week
A drop-in session for hubs running Get Online Week events - your questions answered
Training 17/09/2025 -
Generative minds AI series: How to use AI for fundraising
The second in our new series of AI training sessions developed with hubs in mind, brought to you by Generative Minds
Training 18/09/2025 -
Network meet-up: Libraries digital inclusion
An open forum co-chaired by libraries for libraries to talk about all things digital inclusion. At our Autumn Libraries Digital Inclusion Meet Up, we'll be talking about how libraries are using Get Online Week 2025 to promote their DI services.
Training 08/10/2025 -
Drop in: Digital Inclusion hub drop in
Are you new to the National Digital Inclusion Network or do you have a question that you’d like to ask other, experienced members of the National Digital Inclusion Network? This drop in is for staff from digital inclusion hubs who want to speak to experienced hubs.
Training 16/10/2025
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Policy Drop In: Good Things policy asks
Join the session to ask or talk to us about Good Things' policy, advocacy, and strategy work.
Training 07/08/2025 -
Good Things policy & advocacy series (summer 2025)
Join us for the first in a new series of quarterly sessions focussing on policy and advocacy
Training 24/07/2025 -
Digital Health: Supporting people to use digital health services
Join us to explore the barriers people face to using digital health services, and to share best practice for supporting people to feel more confident to use health services online.
Training 21/07/2025 -
Partnership working to promote digital inclusion for health: approaches to addressing digital inclusion in your area
Join us to hear about our model for partnership working on Digital Inclusion at a local level. Hear top tips for getting started and leading digital inclusion initiatives between Local Authorities and Primary care. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Webinar 17/07/2025 -
Generative minds AI series: How to use AI for bid writing
The first in a series of AI training sessions developed with hubs in mind, brought to you by Generative Minds. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 15/07/2025 -
Digital Health: Addressing belief & trust barriers
Join us to explore the belief and trust concerns that can act as barriers to people accessing digital health services, and how to address these barriers. You can now watch the session on-demand below.
Training 01/07/2025 -
Supporting basic digital skills with Learn My Way
Find out about our free basic digital skills learning platform and how you can make the most of it. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 26/06/2025 -
Landline switch off
Come along to learn all about the landline switch off from representatives from TechUK and communications providers. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 20/05/2025 -
Introduction to Media Literacy with Ofcom and Good Things Foundation
Join us for a introduction to Media Literacy and its importance for digital inclusion. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 19/05/2025 -
Get Online Week 2025: Information session
Find out all about Good Things Foundations’ national digital inclusion campaign Get Online Week and how you can be involved. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 15/05/2025 -
Project planning & budgeting for digital inclusion bid success
How to write successful project plans and budgets for bids. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 28/04/2025 -
Supporting people with learning disabilities to use digital
Mike Howard from Ambassador hub Starting Point shares tips for supporting people with learning disabilities to benefit from digital. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 08/04/2025 -
AI tools to support the running of your organisation
In this session we'll focus on using AI to support the running of your organisation and enhance your workflow. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 02/04/2025 -
How to support older people to get online
At this session we'll share learnings from network members' experience of supporting older learners. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 01/04/2025 -
Combining English with basic digital skills learning
How can we support people to learn English and basic digital skills at the same time? In this session one of our ambassador hubs will share their experience. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 18/03/2025 -
How to support people seeking asylum and refuges to get online
How can we best support people who have newly arrived to the UK to access essential digital services and life in the UK? Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 25/02/2025 -
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Digital Futures for Good panel discussion - financial and digital inclusion
In this episode of Digital Futures for Good host Helen Milner will be joined by four experts to explore the significant, and increasing, links between financial inclusion and digital inclusion. With different perspectives - business, regulatory, and civil society - the panellists will share their assessment of the challenges and opportunities for cross-sector collaboration and innovation.
Webinar 12/12/2024 -
Digital Futures for Good | Pathways to Work (episode launch)
In this episode of ‘Digital Futures for Good’ host Helen Milner, Good Things Foundation’s Chief Executive, sits down with the Mayor of South Yorkshire, Oliver Coppard and Centre for Social Justice's Deputy Policy Director, Sophia Worringer, to launch her interview with the Rt Hon Alan Milburn on the Pathways to Work Commission report.
Webinar 28/11/2024 -
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Digital Futures for Good episode 8 - Pathways to Work Commission with Rt Hon Alan Milburn
Helen Milner OBE chats with Rt Hon Alan Milburn for a discussion on the Pathways to Work Commission report.
Webinar 28/11/2024 -
Basic digital skills learning in Libraries with Learn My Way
Join us to hear about how libraries are offering basic digital skills support using Learn My Way. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 25/11/2024 -
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Digital Futures for Good episode 7 - Keir's 100 day special with Liz Williams
In episode 7 of Digital Futures for Good, Helen Milner OBE and Liz Williams MBE reflect on Keir Starmer's first 100 days in office. With an optimistic focus, they discuss progress and explore actionable steps the government could take to prioritise digital inclusion and ensure it remains on the policy agenda for the next 100 days and beyond.
Webinar 22/10/2024 -
Advocacy series: Developing your policy asks
Are you an advocate for digital inclusion and eager to make your voice heard in the policy-making process? Join us for an engaging and practical training session designed to equip advocates with the tools and strategies needed to effectively present evidence to policymakers. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 03/10/2024 -
Advocacy series: Crafting persuasive messages
A workshop for budding advocates to learn about influencing MPs through messaging and communication. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 25/09/2024 -
Advocacy series: Engaging effectively with your MP
Join our upcoming workshop designed to support you to confidently meet with your MP, whether at your local hub or their office. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 19/09/2024 -
How to run a Get Online Week event
Join us to get ready for Get Online Week 2024: event ideas, social media tips and more! Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 11/09/2024 -
Digital Futures For Good Episode Six: AI, Emerging Tech and Digital Inclusion
In our sixth episode, we heard from AI authority and thought leader Nina Schick on AI's impact and implications for people who are digitally excluded.
Webinar 10/09/2024 -
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Digital Futures For Good Episode Five: Healthcare and Digital Transformation
In our fifth episode of Digital Futures For Good, we heard from Sam Shah and Minal Bakhai of NHS England on the impact of digital transformation in healthcare.
Webinar 31/07/2024 -
Online safety for organisations supporting parents and carers
Join us for an insightful and practical 1-hour webinar hosted by leading internet safety organisation Internet Matters. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 23/07/2024 -
Digital Futures for Good Bonus Episode: General Election Special with the National Digital Inclusion Network
Our General Election Special featured National Digital Inclusion Network members discussing the issues people they support face, and why we need to act now on digital inclusion. Watch now on demand.
Webinar 19/07/2024 -
Storytelling: an introduction to writing transformational stories
Learn about what makes a good story, how to collect and write them, and tips for sharing your stories online. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 18/07/2024 -
Digital Futures for Good Episode 4: Mayor Andy Burnham
We sat down with Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to discuss the critical need for digital inclusivity, and GMCA's bottom-up, localised approach. Watch now on-demand.
Webinar 11/06/2024 -
How to deliver outreach digital support
National Digital Inclusion Network Ambassadors share their recommendations for delivering outreach digital inclusion support. Previously described as "the most useful training I've ever attended". Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 30/05/2024 -
Project planning and budgeting for digital inclusion bid success
When writing bids, you are often asked to write a brief project plan or budget for what you plan to do with the funding. Join us to find out more about how to write successful project plans and budgets for bids. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 16/05/2024 -
Network meet-up: All Digital Weeks
This special National Digital Inclusion Network meet-up is part of All Digital Weeks, a Europe-wide campaign to raise awareness for digital skills for inclusion, empowerment and employment. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Meet-up 15/05/2024 -
Your digital inclusion bid tool-kit
How to be prepared for (almost) any bid you need to write. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 14/05/2024 -
Your fundraising strategy
The basics of developing a fundraising strategy for small non-profits. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 09/05/2024 -
How to deliver drop in digital support
Tips for running a successful digital skills drop-in from experienced hubs. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 02/05/2024 -
Digital Futures for Good Episode 3: Emma Revie
We speak to Trussell Trust's CEO about the intersectional links between those living in poverty, including food poverty, and data and digital poverty. Watch now on-demand.
Webinar 22/04/2024 -
The wonder of data: accessing and using different sources of data on digital inclusion
An introduction to a range of sources of data about digital inclusion / exclusion and how you can use them in your work. Exploring the value of using data to tell stories about the need for digital inclusion support, and the difference it can make. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 22/04/2024 -
Measuring impact: evaluating the difference your digital inclusion support makes
An introduction to principles of impact evaluation for digital inclusion support, and ideas for how to use our resources to gather data about the impact of the support you’re providing. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 16/04/2024 -
Digital Futures for Good Episode 2: Martha Lane Fox
Our CEO Helen Milner sits down with Martha Lane Fox to talk about her vision for a modern Britain, and how the transformative potential of digital for all can get us there. Watch now on-demand.
Webinar 11/04/2024 -
Digital Futures for Good Episode One: Baroness Dido Harding and Baroness Anna Healy
Baroness Dido Harding and Baroness Anna Healy shared their experience as part of the House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee, exploring digital exclusion and the cost of living crisis. Watch now on-demand.
Webinar 07/04/2024 -
AbilityNet: making devices and learning accessible
Get free expert accessibility advice from our friends at AbilityNet on how to support learners with access needs. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 25/03/2024 -
Digital inclusion advocacy
Good Things Presents: Advocacy Action Series - What is the General Election and why does it matter? Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 13/03/2024 -
Safeguarding for digital champions
Good Things' volunteer manager will lead this session on how to approach safeguarding for digital champion volunteers that support people through sensitive online processes. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 05/03/2024 -
Recruiting and retaining volunteers
Good Things' volunteer manager hosts this session to help you identify, recruit, and retain volunteers to your organisation. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 27/02/2024 -
Digital Switchover - what you need to know
BT / EE are hosting this session to share everything you need to know about the switchover to Digital Voice - what this means for you, and importantly the people you support. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 26/02/2024 -
Managing a digital champions programme
National Digital Inclusion Network Ambassadors and Good Things' volunteer manager share their experiences and recommendations for setting up a digital champions programme. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 20/02/2024 -
Scams awareness - keeping your money safe online
Natwest are hosting this free and impartial presentation, covering current and emerging digital fraud and scams, how to keep yourself and friends & family safe online, how to report an incident and more. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 08/02/2024 -
Digital skills for employability using Learn My Way
National Digital Inclusion Network member Fikayo Ilori from Swansea MAD shares their organisation's approach to helping people learn digital skills needed to be job ready. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 16/01/2024 -
Supporting older people to use digital
National Digital Inclusion Network members Ann and Rich Avison from Lincs Digital share learnings from their experience of supporting older people to use digital. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 04/12/2023 -
Virtual digital skills training using Learn My Way
National Digital Inclusion Network member Vick Virdee from ACDA Training shares tips and ideas for delivering virtual basic digital skills sessions using Learn My Way. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 30/11/2023 -
How to run drop-in digital inclusion support
National Digital Inclusion Network members Lincs Digital and People Know How share advice on how to run a drop-in digital inclusion support session. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 27/11/2023 -
Fundraising and diversifying your organisation's income
National Digital Inclusion Network members Daniel Gale from GRCC and Jess Flack from Digital Essex share their tips and experiences on diversifying the income at your community organisation. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 23/11/2023 -
Reaching and engaging people who aren't online
Examples of how organisations have successfully reached and engaged digitally excluded people. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 20/11/2023 -
Using Learn My Way to help older learners get online
Yasmin Akhtar from Go-Woman Alliance shares her experience of supporting older learners to engage with digital technology. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 16/11/2023 -
Using Learn My Way to help older learners get online
National Digital Inclusion Network member Yasmin Akhtar from Go-Woman Alliance shares her experience of supporting older learners to engage with digital technology. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 16/11/2023 -
Using Learn My Way with rural learners
National Digital Inclusion Network member Tanya Cook from A1 Community Works shares over a decade of experience of supporting people to learn digital skills in a rural context. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 15/11/2023 -
How to promote Learn My Way
National Digital Inclusion Network members Geraint Turner from Swansea MAD and Vick Virdee from ACDA share their tips and experiences on promoting Learn My Way to your organisation. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 14/11/2023 -
Supporting people through the National Databank
Network Ambassador Smartlyte leads this session, sharing advice for delivering the National Databank. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 09/11/2023 -
How to deliver outreach digital support
National Digital Inclusion Network Ambassadors share their recommendations for delivering outreach digital inclusion support. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 11/10/2023 -
Tips and tools to make your organisation more efficient
National Digital Inclusion Network members People Know How and Starting Point share their tips and tools to make your community organisation more efficient. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 05/10/2023 -
Supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism to benefit from digital
National Digital Inclusion Network member Mike Howard from Starting Point shares tips for supporting people with learning disabilities to benefit from digital. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 28/09/2023 -
Engaging with Government about digital exclusion
How you can advocate MPs, Ministers, and other Parliamentarians to help fix the digital divide - for good. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 27/07/2023 -
Supporting ESOL learners with digital
How to embed digital inclusion into existing English language provision, and how to make sure people with limited English aren't excluded from digital skills provision. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 20/04/2023 -
RNIB: technology for life
How to make devices more accessible for people who are blind or with sight loss. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 14/04/2023 -
RNIB: technology for life
The wonderful Tech for Life team from RNIB share how to make devices more accessible for people who are blind or with sight loss. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 14/04/2023 -
Working in partnership for digital inclusion
National Digital Inclusion Network member Smartlyte and Good Things' Community Engagement Manager talk through examples of how working in partnership can help you improve your digital inclusion offer, reach more people and maximise provision in your area. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 03/04/2023 -
AbilityNet: accessibility for devices and remote support
Lizi Green from AbilityNet shares how you can make devices and learning more accessible for people with disabilities and/or sensory impairments. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 15/03/2023 -
Recruiting and retaining volunteers
Exploring some of the reasons why finding and keeping volunteers can be difficult, and how you can overcome them. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 24/01/2023 -
Using Learn My Way with refugees and asylum seekers
Network member Learn for Life shares their approach to helping asylum seekers and refugees gain essential digital skills using Learn My Way. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 25/09/2022 -
AbilityNet: an introduction to assistive technologies
Learn about accessibility and how AbilityNet can help you, with an introduction to some assistive technologies. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 12/05/2022 -
AbilityNet: an introduction to assistive technologies
Learn about digital accessibility and how AbilityNet can help with an introduction to some assistive technologies. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 12/05/2022 -
An introduction to writing great blogs for community hubs
This workshop will show you how to get started, what makes a good blog and where to post your blogs. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 15/02/2022 -
An introduction to writing great blogs
This workshop will show you how to get started, what makes a good blog and where to post your blogs. Watch this webinar on-demand.
Training 15/02/2022