York CVS training and events 

Tuesday 17 November 2026 | 10:00am–12:00pm | Priory Street Centre | Free

Join York CVS and SJP Law for a free training session exploring property law for Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations.

Delivered by Philip Lewes-Ogden, an experienced corporate and commercial solicitor at SJP Law, the session will cover leases, licences to occupy, renting rooms, security of tenure, Community Asset Transfer and legal structures for owning or leasing property.

The presentation will be followed by an opportunity to ask questions, with one-to-one conversations available from 11:00am–12:00pm.

The training is open to VCSE organisations based and operating in the City of York, including York Outer, or with beneficiaries in York.

Places are limited to two people per organisation.

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This meeting is for voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations and key partners working with and supporting people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in York.
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions about this event.

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Build your confidence to recognise and respond to unwelcome behaviour with practical Active Bystander Training for York’s VCSE sector.

Delivered by Laura Harris from North Yorkshire Sport, this free session will help you recognise when to take action, understand what you can do and feel confident about how to respond.

The training will explore unwelcome behaviour, the human science behind how we react in different situations, and the 5 Ds Toolkit – a practical approach to active bystandership.

Free for eligible York VCSE organisations. Places are limited to two people per organisation.

Location: Priory Street Centre, York
Cost: Free

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This meeting is for voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations and key partners working with and supporting people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in York.

Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions about this event.

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Date: Tuesday 10 November 2026
Time: 9.30am – 4pm
Location: York Racecourse
Cost: Free (booking essential)

Bookings are now open for the Good Mental Health in General Practice Conference, a free event bringing together GPs, nurses and other primary care professionals to explore mental health care in community settings.

Organised by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, the conference offers a day of expert insight, shared learning and practical clinical updates to support professionals working in general practice.

Workshop topics include:

• Safety planning for people experiencing suicidal thoughts

• Menopause and mental health

• Delirium and dementia

• Early intervention in psychosis

The programme will also feature guest speakers, including Dr David Shiers, a lived experience expert, and Dr Katherine Petersen, who will share ten top tips for suicide prevention.

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and discuss key challenges facing mental health care in primary care.

Who is the event for?

The conference is aimed at GPs, practice nurses, community nurses, nurse practitioners, first contact mental health practitioners and other professionals working in general practice.

What’s included?

Attendance is completely free, with a buffet lunch, refreshments, free parking and an attendance certificate provided.

Booking is essential.

Find out more and how to book

Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Social Enterprise
Tuesday 10 November, 12:15pm – 1pm

Junction Point CIC is hosting a free, 3-part lunch-and-learn webinar series titled Building a Resilient Social Enterprise: From Foundations to Funding.

Book your place and find out more

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As part of York Talk Money (2-13 November 2026), a free community information event is taking place at Tesco Clifton Moor, offering advice and resources to help residents make the most of their money.

Whether you’re worried about bills, wondering if you’re entitled to financial support or looking for ways to reduce everyday costs, come along to find out what help is available.

There will also be refreshments and giveaways.

Date: Wednesday 11 November 2026
Time: 10am–2pm
Location: Tesco Clifton Moor, Stirling Road, York YO30 4XZ
Cost: Free

Find out more about York Talk Money

The City of York Safeguarding Children Partnership has relaunched its face-to-face Advanced Safeguarding training, designed for managers and Designated Safeguarding Leads.

This in-depth course provides an opportunity to develop safeguarding knowledge, strengthen organisational practices and build confidence in responding to safeguarding concerns.

What will the training cover?

The course will explore:

• The role and responsibilities of a Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Key safeguarding legislation, guidance and organisational policies
• Understanding personal values and their impact on professional practice
• Developing a positive safeguarding culture
• Identifying barriers to reporting abuse
• Responding effectively to safeguarding concerns and disclosures
• Managing allegations against staff or volunteers
• Understanding the emotional impact of safeguarding and identifying support networks

Dates and location

All sessions take place from 9.30am–4.30pm at West Offices, Station Rise, York.

November 2026

• Friday 13 November
• Friday 27 November
• Monday 30 November

December 2026

• Friday 4 December
• Monday 14 December
• Thursday 17 December

January 2027

• Tuesday 12 January
• Wednesday 27 January

February 2027

• Wednesday 3 February
• Tuesday 23 February

March 2027

• Tuesday 9 March
• Thursday 18 March

The training is aimed at managers and those with designated safeguarding responsibilities within their organisations.

Find out more and book your place

Monday 16 November

• 10-10:30am – Official Safeguarding Adults Week Launch: Safeguarding Starts With Listening
• 11am-12pm – Collaboration Between Families, Carers and the People They Support
• 12-1pm – Protecting People From Financial Abuse and Cybercrime
• 2-3pm – Neurodiversity, Inclusion and Experiences of the Criminal Justice System

• 10:30-11:30am – How Lasting Power of Attorney Empowers Safeguarding Professionals to Uphold Voice, Choice, and Autonomy
• 1-2pm – Moving Beyond Assumptions and Enabling Informed Decision Making: The Where I Want To Live Toolkit
• 3-4pm – Challenging Identity: How Does Intersectionality Impact Our Capacity to Make Safeguarding Personal?

Thursday 19 November

• 10:30-11:30am – Improving Support, Safeguarding, and Outcomes With Dementia Carers Count
• 12-1pm – Professional Curiosity in Practice: Recognising and Raising Concerns About Attorneys and Deputies
• 1:30-2:30pm – Working with DBS: Understanding the Duty to Refer

Friday 20 November

• 11am-12pm – Learning & Reflection: Listening to and Working With Victims of Abuse With The UK Sports Institute

Tuesday 8 December 2026, 10-11.30am

IVAR’s Leading in Uncertainty sessions offer leaders of small UK-based charities, community organisations and social enterprises a space to connect, reflect and talk openly about the challenges they are facing.

These online peer-support sessions are facilitated by IVAR’s expert team and provide an opportunity to meet other leaders who understand the realities of running a small organisation, share experiences and explore how funders can better respond to current challenges.

The 90-minute sessions bring together a small group of charity leaders for open conversation and reflection.

Book your place

Monday 16 November

• 10-10:45am – Introduction to Prevention
• 11:30am-12:15pm – Fire Prevention & Disability Awareness

Tuesday 17 November

• 1:30-2:15pm – Winter Wellbeing: Staying Safe, Warm and Healthy
• 3-3:45pm – Emollients and Medical Devices

Thursday 19 November

• 10-10:45am – Wildfire & The Rural Urban Interface
• 11:30am-12:15pm – Be Flood Ready
• 2-2:45pm – Home Fire Safety for VCSE Organisations
• 3:30-4:15pm – Winter Wellbeing: Staying Safe, Warm and Healthy

Friday 20 November

• 9:30-10:15am – Emollients and  Medical Devices

Join us for a social stroll with the York CVS Social Prescribing Team.

Each stroll takes place in a different local area of York, giving you the chance to explore the neighbourhood, discover local services and community spaces, and have a chat with the Social Prescribing team along the way.

It’s a relaxed opportunity to get out, meet people and find out more about what’s available in your local area.

There’s no need to book – just come along and remember suitable footwear and a coat if the weather looks rainy.

• Check here for updates on Social Stroll events

IDAS is offering free, tailored domestic abuse awareness sessions for staff and volunteers working in community organisations, charities, businesses and voluntary organisations supporting residents.

Sessions can accommodate up to 25 participants and can be adapted to meet the specific needs of your organisation. They typically last between one and one and a half hours and can be delivered at your chosen location.

Sessions are available Monday to Friday, with flexible timings to help make attendance as accessible as possible.

The session will cover:

• What domestic abuse is

• How to spot the signs of domestic abuse

• Different types of domestic abuse

• How to access local and national support

Book a free session

To arrange a session for your staff or volunteers, email [email protected].