We deliver and/or administer various training courses, learning opportunities and networking events for community organisations and local residents. Details of any upcoming courses that are being run by ourselves or third parties can be found in the calendar below. To book an event, simply click on the event and select book now.
Our training and events aim to ensure that the local community are kept up to date with all the latest information. If there’s a specific course that you would like us to run, please email contact@bvaction.org.uk to let us know.
23/07/2025 from 10:00 12:00
We are pleased to be partnering with Action Hampshire who will be sharing countrywide information on all things Community Buildings. There'll be an opportunity to share ideas and challenges with others from community buildings. If you book and find you are unable to attend please...
29/07/2025 from 09:00 15:00
Morning Session 09:00 - 13:00 covers Basic safeguarding Awareness - Information on the key legislation used to underpin the safeguarding process - Identifying what we can do in our different roles to help prevent the need for safeguarding. Including, how we support residents and service...
30/07/2025 from 09:30 12:30
It's becoming more common for grant applications to include a requirement for the applicant to make a pitch to the funder. This doesn't have to be daunting so we have brought in Tharindu Senanayake, a Toast Master from the Basingstoke Speakers Club, to give you...
01/08/2025 from 10:00 14:00
LV2 gives cooks and chefs the knowledge to allow them to operate safely in a commercial kitchen. Who is this course for? Food handlers preparing or cooking food for consumers Anyone wishing to refresh previously learned skills and knowledge Tailored to the charity settings. Course...
17/09/2025 from 13:00 14:30
Are you a local fundraiser? We know that the role can be a lonely one and the process of putting together funding applications can be a slow and difficult one. Why not join us and other local fundraisers for a session to share fundraising information,...
24/09/2025 from 11:00 12:00
Are you a small or medium-sized charity or social enterprise? Do you manage people within your organisation? How do you manage them if you don’t have access to a dedicated Human Resources team? HR expert Sonia Wilson from Populo HR leads this free quarterly drop-in...
24/09/2025 from 09:30 16:00
The course is the 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work. The certificate lasts for 3 years and is suitable for anyone who works in an ordinary business setting i.e. office, shop etc. For insurance purposes and Health and Safety this is the minimum requirement....
08/10/2025 from 10:00 12:00
We are pleased to be partnering with Action Hampshire in this event on all things Community Buildings. There'll be an opportunity to share ideas and challenges with others from community buildings along with one or two particular topics we hope will be of interest. If...
04/11/2025 from 11:00 12:30
During this session, we will delve into the crucial aspects of being a trustee, providing valuable insights and practical tips. Whether you are a new trustee or looking to enhance your current role, this event is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills...
12/11/2025 from 10:30 12:00
Are you a trustee for a voluntary or community group in Basingstoke and Deane? Then this forum is for you. The forum connects trustees from different voluntary or community organisations across the borough to share experiences, learn from each other, and discuss issues relevant to...