{"title": "Organising Conversations: training for young workers in London, East and South East region", "start": "2026-10-31T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "", "address": "", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": [], "description": "A free, in-person day of practical training in London on how to have organising conversations that recruit others to join a union. It is run by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) for its London, East and South East region and teaches key organising techniques through role play, before participants put them into practice in live union recruitment campaigns, starting with a Unite campaign at Canary Wharf. Attendees will be supported by experienced union organisers to talk with workers and contribute to a real organising drive, gaining hands-on campaign experience. 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The event argues for building the biggest possible opposition to the growth of the far-right and blames those profiting from the crisis instead. 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Working with a lead facilitator and producer, the participants develop and deliver an interactive activity, resource or performance, such as a trail, tour, workshop or treasure hunt. 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It is run by Brad, a writer, dramaturg and critic who is Programme & Engagement Manager at Greenwich Theatre and a champion of new writing and artists at all career stages. It offers a friendly, low-stakes sounding board for new ideas or projects in progress, a chance to connect, co-work, collaborate and expand your network of like-minded creatives. 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The Royal College of Midwives runs it to show what the role involves, covering equality legislation and rights, representing members on equality issues, raising awareness of equality campaigns, promoting inclusive policies, and challenging discrimination, harassment and victimisation. Participants can meet other members and explore how to shape fairer, safer and more inclusive workplaces. No experience is required, just a passion for equalities, and places are strictly limited.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/equalities-network-and-reps-taster-session-london-41980/", "official_url": "https://rcm.org.uk/events/2026/08/18/equalities-network-and-reps-taster-session-london/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/63da188b5aa02a895dc8f37205f654d2fbab59bd8233226fbffca3bd656a6f94-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Sharing Faith at Work", "start": "2026-11-09T12:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-09T13:00:00Z", "place": "Christ Church Spitalfields", "address": "Commercial Street, E1 6LY London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["religion/christian"], "description": "An online training session on sharing faith at work, part of a practical three-week course. It is run by Christ Church Spitalfields and looks at caring for colleagues through prayer, sharing stories, and telling your personal story. The church invites people with questions to chat to Eric on Sunday or email hello@spitalfields.church. Sessions are held on November 9th, 16th and 23rd from 12 to 1 pm.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sharing-faith-at-work-49038/", "official_url": "https://spitalfields.church/upcomingevents/outreach-at-the-five-eej8l-z5eld-tctjr-52h88-k5x42-4h9m8", "image": "https://noky.io/images/bf7b53368a6819447774f4fe190c95c858cdcbecfcbc81fa6cf51fe0f75586f2-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Tuesday Digital Skills Training 💻", "start": "2026-11-03T10:30:00Z", "end": "2026-12-22T13:00:00Z", "place": "West Ealing Community Library", "address": "Melbourne Avenue, W13 9BA London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/digital-literacy"], "description": "Tuesday Digital Skills Training 💻 is a free session at a community library for people who want to get online safely, independently and confidently. It is run by West Ealing Community Library, whose goal is building confidence, skills and independence through digital learning. Attendees learn to browse the internet safely, send emails, complete online forms, stay safe online, use AI, make video calls and apply for courses. It is open to people aged 19 or over living in or around West Ealing.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/tuesday-digital-skills-training-40280/", "official_url": "https://wecl.org.uk/activities-and-events/free-digital-skills-training-%f0%9f%92%bb-2-2/2026-11-03/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/01a697060c9ff9c4b7e3b5b2e6439671b74196c4be93d268a5d0922fe51e8043-1200.webp"}, {"title": "2026 Festival of Learning", "start": "2026-11-05T10:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "TUC Midlands", "address": "47 Summer Lane, B19 3TH, Birmingham, United Kingdom", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["society/education"], "description": "A day-long festival celebrating the power of learning to transform lives, strengthen workplaces and build more inclusive communities. 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Attendance is free but booking is essential, with lunch and refreshments provided.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/2026-festival-of-learning-49671/", "official_url": "https://www.tuc.org.uk/events/midlands/2026-festival-learning", "image": "https://noky.io/images/56c2c41688dc295bc9c09a06b83e823a31a0aa3e91be5579341ae03443ca08dc-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Open Event - Wednesday 11 November 2026", "start": "2026-11-11T16:45:00Z", "end": "2026-11-11T19:00:00Z", "place": "John Ruskin College", "address": "Selsdon Park Road, CR2 8JJ South Croydon", "price": "free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.johnruskin.ac.uk/event/open-event-thursday-25-february-2027/", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["society/education"], "description": "An open event for everyone in the community considering their options in education. Visitors can hear the Principal's Welcome Talk and an Apprenticeships Talk, chat with tutors about full-time and part-time courses, tour the facilities, and learn about apprenticeships, T Levels, learning support and financial support. Organised by John Ruskin College.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/open-event-wednesday-11-november-2026-45981/", "official_url": "https://www.johnruskin.ac.uk/event/open-event-wednesday-11-november/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b62d7770b9a36ced6b0c7258b743b717c2685ecea94680bbff833f74d36db0d3-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Teacher Training Open Evening", "start": "2026-11-09T16:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "UCL Institute of Education", "address": "Bedford Way 20, WC1H 0AL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["society/education"], "description": "An open evening for anyone considering a career in teaching, from recent graduates to people changing careers. Organised by the IOE Marketing Team at UCL Institute of Education, it offers insight and guidance for starting a teaching journey. Visitors can discover Teacher Training programmes in Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Further Education through subject talks, drop-ins and Q&As, and learn about routes into teaching including IOE Lead Partner Direct and the Teacher Degree Apprenticeship BSc.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/teacher-training-open-evening-39956/", "official_url": "https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/events/2026/nov/teacher-training-open-evening", "image": "https://noky.io/images/03b8303ef2e88691d7498f34462e8f3b5f9ae7cd42c9c491bf4ca59217138aea-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Unionreps Webinar: Employment Rights Act - What the October changes mean for reps", "start": "2026-11-05T14:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "TUC: Trades Union Congress", "address": "", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["society/labour"], "description": "A webinar for union reps about the next phase of changes under the Employment Rights Act, which comes into effect in October and brings new rights and protections for workers and trade unions. The Trades Union Congress runs the session, with employment law expert Jo Seery from Thompsons Solicitors giving a practical update. It covers strengthened rights around trade union access, protections for workers taking part in industrial action, and changes to recognition and derecognition processes. Jo explains the key legal developments and how reps can use the changes effectively in workplace representation, organising and casework.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/unionreps-webinar-employment-rights-act-what-the-october-cha-44973/", "official_url": "https://www.tuc.org.uk/events/unionreps-webinar-employment-rights-act-what-october-changes-mean-reps", "image": ""}]}