Tuesday 17 March 2026. 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us for this in-person peer event in March when we will be running a co-hosted session with Network of Women Chairs, led by co-chairs Maggie Pedder and Rachel Mallows. Designed to offer you support and help you build a network of Chairs you can call on for ideas, and encouragement.
For more information and to book your free place follow this link:
https://app.sheepcrm.com/aoc/events/aoc-booking-68bebe31d100e4ae390fe594/
Smoking remains one of the leading preventable causes of ill health and early mortality, contributing to serious conditions such as heart disease, respiratory illness, cancer, and poorer mental health. It is also a key driver of health inequalities within our local communities.
This online session on 13th April 11.30am-1pm aims to raise awareness of the risks associated with smoking, highlight the benefits of quitting, and provide clear information about the free, non-judgemental support available to help people stop smoking.
During the webinar, we will cover:
Please find the joining details below:
Running a business is busy work. And we know that finding time to access training and guidance opportunities can be tricky.
That’s why we offer a mix of online and in-person support – so that you can make these resources work for you.
This month, opportunities include:
Looking for more in-person events? Find new contacts and local connections at our Hammersmith.Networking and H&F Local Supplier Project networking sessions.
If you are looking to invest locally, you can give back to the local community by donating or even sponsoring part of our annual Big Christmas Day Lunch for older residents who would otherwise be celebrating alone.
Are you keen to talk though issues with other Chairs who share similar challenges and can share experiences and ideas? Do you want to build a network of Chairs who you can chat to?
We’re pleased to offer monthly face-to-face peer support sessions in London, designed to offer you support and help you build a network of Chairs you can call on for ideas, and encouragement.
This month’s session will be on 23.10.25, 5.30-8.30pm, chaired by the co-chairs of Board Racial Diversity UK, Lena Bheeroo and Dalton Leong. Case study theme: Co-chairs of a new charity come together for the first time, needing to not only build their board, but also develop a strategy for a sustainable future. With their inspirational founder stepping away, how do they keep momentum? What if funding runs out? When does succession planning start?
More info and book your free place here: https://app.sheepcrm.com/aoc/events/aoc-booking-67a4d0533a7f899df961342f/
A great opportunity for anyone running a social enterprise in wellbeing or social care.
There’s a new Start-up Support Programme offering:
It’s open to people in Camden, Hackney, Islington, Southwark, Lambeth, Tower Hamlets, or H&F, and for businesses that are a CIC, Ltd Company, or Charity.
Registration opens 1st July 2025
Open Day: Tuesday 22nd July, 2–6pm @ The Enterprise Hub (SE1 6NT)
Light refreshments provided
More info & registration link: https://trampolinecic.org/startup-support-programme
The Another Way Project takes place every Tuesday at Earls Court Community Hub based in West Kensington Estate. (1a Aisgill Ave, London W14 9NF). We provide targeted sessions, workshops and offer support to young people at risk or engaged in serious youth violence.
We will be hosting several sessions for parents and carers to open the discussion around Youth Violence, where and how to access support and to learn more about The Another Way Project. We have 3 other locations across H&F and RBKC. Please get in touch with Kisha for more information: nekisha@harrowclub.org or 07547104325.
Another Way – A safe space for real change! – Further info
Join Fulham Good Neighbours for a welcoming event where older people and those with disabilities can enjoy tea, coffee, and delicious treats while getting free digital support!
📍 Where? Clem Attlee Community Hall
🏠 21 Len Freeman Pl, Clem Attlee Court, SW6 7TN
📅 When? Tuesday 17th June 2025
⏰ Time? 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
💡 Our friendly volunteers can assist with:
✔ Phone, tablet, laptop, digital enquiries
✔ Sending emails & texts
✔ Online shopping & accessing services
✔ Booking GP & NHS appointments
No need to book — just drop in! Whether someone needs help with the basics or just has a quick question, we’d love to see them.
Getting there:
The community hall is in front of Douglas Johnson House (Block 11), beside Herbert Morrison House (Block 6). If you have any questions or would like to get involved, feel free to get in touch.
Download a flyer here
Health, Fun, Music & Community
Date: Saturday 31st May 2025
Time: 12pm-5pm
Location: Sands End Arts & community Centre, Peterborough Road, SW6 3EZ
Click here for more information
Free training for local White City organisations and residents in the Tree of Life methodology with the pledge to facilitate at least one Tree of Life Group for W12 Together over the next year.
Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025
Time: 10AM – 5PM
Location: Ed City, 1EdCity, Edcity Walk, London, W12 7TF
Lunch provided.
Click here for a downloadable flyer
The Rebel School will be running a community business programme.
Our business programmes are completely free to attend, thanks to full funding from The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. This programme consists of two sessions specifically aimed at women in the area that have already started a business and wish to improve their results. The first session will be online via Zoom on Thursday 24th April, followed by an in-person session on Thursday 1st May.
Course details
Session 1 – Live Online via Zoom® (presented live)
Session 2 – In-person at Baseline Studios
Dates and times: Thursday 24th April 10am to 1pm & Thursday 1st May 2025 10am to 4pm
Registration link: therebelschool.com/rbkc-women
sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
and Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No.03471416
Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.
