Join us for an evening of community, conversation, and connection. The Mandem is a supportive space where men can come together, share experiences, and connect. We are now hosted by Better Space London, in Farringdon/Clerkenwell.

​What to Expect:

• ​Film screening exploring themes of identity, relationships, mental health, and social issues

• ​Shared meal and open discussion about the film

• ​Safe space for check-ins and honest conversation

• ​Opportunity to connect with like-minded men from diverse backgrounds

​Founded in 2018 by artist Francis Augusto, The Mandem has evolved into a community centred on kindness, food, and learning. Our Link Ups create an environment where men can explore their feelings, make connections across social circles, and support one another.

​This isn't therapy, but it's a space that encourages conversations about the everyday, mental health, fears, and experiences. Some conversations might inspire further reflection or professional support.

​All who identify as men are welcome.

​Supported by Islington Giving: Make it Happen Fund.

Session 2: Substance use and child criminal exploitation

Join Islington Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service to learn more about the link between substance use and child criminal exploitation.

Forward Connect National – mutual-aid and human connection recovery meetings

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/join

Meeting ID: 863 9278 0355

Passcode: 6Au7k0

Pre-registration required before joining Zoom: Please self-refer to Way Forward Islington service to become a member: Way Forward Connect Referral

For further info please email:

forwardconnect@forwardtrust.org.uk

How we can identify and support Islington residents that present with alcohol concerns or dependence.

The Therapeutic Quality Training Team are pleased to invite you onto the virtual training session below:

Training: Alcohol Awareness

Date: Tuesday 10th June 2025

Times: 1:00PM – 3:00PM

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

Build your knowledge of substances and your confidence to discuss drug and alcohol issues with residents.

Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training

This session aims to:

• improve your knowledge of substances and their effects

• increase awareness of what drug and alcohol treatment and recovery includes

• share how Islington residents can access support for drug or alcohol use

• empower you to talk about drug or alcohol use with Islington residents

• challenge the stigma around drug and alcohol need so that people feel able to ask for support

This session will be held online via Microsoft Teams.

Essential learning for professionals who encounter people with cognitive impairment as a result of drinking.

Over half of all dependent drinkers are likely to experience alcohol related cognitive impairment. They may seem difficult to engage due to their difficulties with remembering, concentrating, reasoning, processing information, planning ahead and a sense of direction.

Therefore, this training is designed for frontline practitioners with the aim of improving the way services identify and address the need of cognitively impaired dependent drinkers.

Forward Connect National – mutual-aid and human connection recovery meetings

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/join

Meeting ID: 863 9278 0355

Passcode: 6Au7k0

Pre-registration required before joining Zoom: Please self-refer to Way Forward Islington service to become a member: Way Forward Connect Referral

For further info please email:

forwardconnect@forwardtrust.org.uk

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

Forward Connect National – mutual-aid and human connection recovery meetings

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/join

Meeting ID: 863 9278 0355

Passcode: 6Au7k0

Pre-registration required before joining Zoom: Please self-refer to Way Forward Islington service to become a member: Way Forward Connect Referral

For further info please email:

forwardconnect@forwardtrust.org.uk

Join Better Lives Family Service to learn more about the impacts of parental or sibling substance use on children and young people.

This session will be in person at the Islington Town Hall, Committee Room 4.

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

​Join us for an evening of community, conversation, and connection. The Mandem is a supportive space where men can come together, share experiences, and connect. We are now hosted by Better Space London, in Farringdon/Clerkenwell.

​What to Expect:

• ​Film screening exploring themes of identity, relationships, mental health, and social issues

• ​Shared meal and open discussion about the film

• ​Safe space for check-ins and honest conversation

• ​Opportunity to connect with like-minded men from diverse backgrounds

​Founded in 2018 by artist Francis Augusto, The Mandem has evolved into a community centred on kindness, food, and learning. Our Link Ups create an environment where men can explore their feelings, make connections across social circles, and support one another.

​This isn't therapy, but it's a space that encourages conversations about the everyday, mental health, fears, and experiences. Some conversations might inspire further reflection or professional support.

​All who identify as men are welcome.

​Supported by Islington Giving: Make it Happen Fund.

Know the signs of overdose, learn more about naloxone (opioid overdose reversal medication) and how to use in in an emergency.

Overdose Awareness & Naloxone Training

• Understand more about the risk of overdose and how to spot the signs

• Cover what to do in the event of an overdose or if you suspect an overdose

• Learn about naloxone, an opioid overdose reversal medication, and when to use it

• Learn and practice how to use naloxone

This session will be in person at the Islington Town Hall, Committee Room 5.

Forward Connect National – mutual-aid and human connection recovery meetings

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/join

Meeting ID: 863 9278 0355

Passcode: 6Au7k0

Pre-registration required before joining Zoom: Please self-refer to Way Forward Islington service to become a member: Way Forward Connect Referral

For further info please email:

forwardconnect@forwardtrust.org.uk

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.

Session 1: Communicating with young people about drugs.

Join Islington Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service to explore ways of communicating with young people about substance use.

is course equips health workers with trauma-informed approaches to compassionately support individuals using alcohol to cope with trauma.

The impact of trauma on individuals can have far-reaching effects, often contributing to behaviours like alcohol use as a way to cope with distressing experiences. Understanding the connection between trauma and alcohol use is vital for health and social care workers who are supporting people struggling with alcohol-related issues. This course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of trauma-informed approaches, enabling professionals to offer care that is compassionate, respectful, and sensitive to the needs of those affected by trauma. By applying these approaches, workers can foster a safer environment for individuals and encourage more positive outcomes in their recovery journey.

Better Lives have a dedicated Family Service who can support families affected by drugs and alcohol. Join to hear more about the services.

222 Upper Street, Ground Floor Room B. 

Forward Connect National – mutual-aid and human connection recovery meetings

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/join

Meeting ID: 863 9278 0355

Passcode: 6Au7k0

Pre-registration required before joining Zoom: Please self-refer to Way Forward Islington service to become a member: Way Forward Connect Referral

For further info please email:

forwardconnect@forwardtrust.org.uk

Meeting Four Detail. 

VAI Peer to peer fundraising Support group meeting – Four 

Date :  Monday , January 19th, 2026

Meeting time :10:30-12:30 ( registration start at 10 :15 ) 

Venue : Voluntary action Islington , 200 A Pentonville Road , Londin N1 9JP

What to expect:
This is not a training – it's a space for honest discussion, mutual support, and peer learning.

We'll focus on:

• Sharing real funding applications – both successful and rejected

• Reflecting on what worked and what didn’t

• Talking openly about common challenges

• Exploring ways to diversify funding beyond grants

Bring along (if you're comfortable):

• A past or current funding application

• A question, idea, or experience

• Yourself – whether you’re new to fundraising or well established, your perspective matters

Saturday & Sunday Way Forward Islington Peer Support :

10-4pm in person Peer-led Recovery Drop-in service (on-site)

• Come along all day, or drop in as and when you want. Connect with other people in Islington. We offer peer-led support and social activities for people who have experienced drug and/or alcohol issues. Walk-ins welcome!

• Address: Way Forward Islington, 28B King Henry’s Walk, London, N1 4PB

• Contact: Islington@forwardtrust.org.uk

To attend these sessions, you must be an Islington resident and 18+ and must register. To become a member of the Way Forward Service, please self-refer via this link.