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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  • 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 19/09/2024

  • 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.

    Training 19/09/2024

  • Labour Party Conference

    We're attending the Labour Party Conference to advocate for digital inclusion and raise awareness of the £13.7 billion economic benefit to fix the digital divide.

    Conference 22/09/2024

  • Conservative Party Conference

    We're attending the Conservative Party Conference to advocate for digital inclusion and raise awareness of the £13.7 billion economic benefit to fix the digital divide.

    Conference 22/09/2024

  • Labour Party Conference Fringe Event - How can an effective UK infrastructure serve as a platform for economic growth and reduce poverty?

    We're attending a fringe event with the New Statesman and Darren Jones MP. Will we see you there?

    Conference 22/09/2024

  • Labour Party Conference Fringe Event - Digital and AI inequalities: What the data says and what the public think

    We're attending a fringe event with the University of Liverpool, Samantha Niblett MP, Professor Simeon Yates, Hafsha Shaikh from Smartlyte, Ali Shah from Accenture and Rob Benson from Liverpool City Region CA on digital and AI inequalities. Will we see you there?

    Conference 22/09/2024

  • National Databank refresher session

    A session for organisations accessing the National Databank. During this session we will give you an overview of the current offers, a demo of the National Databank and a reminder of processes. There will also be plenty of opportunity for you to ask any questions.

    Training 23/09/2024

  • Labour Party Conference Fringe Event - In the age of AI, what should be prioritised in a Labour digital inclusion strategy?

    We're attending a fringe event with Virgin Money and Demos, which asks - in an age of AI, what should be prioritised in a Labour digital inclusion strategy? Will we see you there?

    Conference 24/09/2024

  • Advocacy series: Crafting persuasive messages

    A workshop for budding advocates to learn about influencing MPs through messaging and communication.

    Training 25/09/2024

  • Network meet-up: libraries digital inclusion

    An open forum for libraries from around the UK to share successes, spark ideas and seek support for their digital inclusion work

    Meet-up 26/09/2024

  • National Databank Q&A session (October)

    This session is for organisation who are not yet part of the National Databank. Join us to find out how to join the National Databank, along with the other the services available to you as part of the National Digital Inclusion Network. The session will involve a short presentation, and then time for questions.

    Training 01/10/2024

  • Network meet-up: Get Online London

    Come and talk to digital inclusion hubs based in London - this time we're sharing plans for Get Online Week!

    Meet-up 08/10/2024

  • 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 10/10/2024

  • National Databank refresher session

    A session for organisations accessing the National Databank. During this session we will give you an overview of the current offers, a demo of the National Databank and a reminder of processes. There will also be plenty of opportunity for you to ask any questions.

    Training 15/10/2024

  • 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 22/10/2024

  • National Databank refresher session

    A session for organisations accessing the National Databank. During this session we will give you an overview of the current offers, a demo of the National Databank and a reminder of processes. There will also be plenty of opportunity for you to ask any questions.

    Training 31/10/2024

  • Network meet-up: Digital inclusion in Scotland

    Join this open forum to hear from and connect with Digital Inclusion Hubs from around Scotland.

    Meet-up 17/09/2024

  • Liberal Democrats Party Conference

    We're attending the Liberal Democrats Party Conference to advocate for digital inclusion and raise awareness of the £13.7 billion economic benefit to fix the digital divide.

    Conference 14/09/2024

  • 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

  • Connected Britain

    We're supporting Connected Britain - the UK’s most important digital economy event, bringing together people from across the connectivity ecosystem.

    Conference 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

  • 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 09/09/2024

  • 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

  • Good practice in digital inclusion

    Co-designed and delivered with Network Ambassadors, this session shares good practice in supporting people in the three pillars of digital inclusion: skills, connectivity and devices. Watch this webinar on-demand.

    Training 29/04/2024

  • 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

  • Good practice in digital inclusion

    Co-designed and delivered with Network Ambassadors, this session shares good practice in supporting people in the three pillars of digital inclusion: skills, connectivity and devices. Watch this webinar on-demand.

    Training 03/10/2022

  • 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