(Postponed from 3.12.25) Ready Friends Befriending Forum

Wednesday 28 January 2026

Part 2: Heritage, Identity and Belonging – inclusion in support for people facing loneliness

Our September Befriending Forum focussed on how local community groups connect people through an activity from a shared identity or cultural heritage. Feedback was so positive we’re running a second Forum on inclusive social connection.

In this Forum event, a number of local community organisations will be sharing how they offer inclusive social activities for a range of communities facing loneliness and social isolation, including:

  • Thames Valley Gay Chorus
  • Change Grow Live
  • Reading Community Learning Centre.

It will be an opportunity for people to find out more about supporting clients and their carers, who are experiencing loneliness.

The programme will include more time for informal networking and an opportunity to share news, promote your service and find out about funding, events and training. Refreshments provided.

Please CLICK HERE to book.

Type of event
Meeting / Talk / Presentation
Event theme
Voluntary sector
Event date
28 January 2026
Start time
9:45
End time
13:00
Address line 1
RISC, 35 - 39 London Street
Town
Reading
Postcode
RG1 4PS
Wheelchair accessible?
Not specified

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