Learning Together
Group support sessions for community-based organisers
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Making it easier to make a difference​
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Whether you're just starting out or have been organising something in your community for a while, it's common to hit challenges, feel stuck or overwhelmed, or simply need others to help you bring your brilliant ideas to life.
You don't have to figure it all out on your own!
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Bring your real-life challenges or ideas
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Get support from the Feeling Connected team and other organisers like you to help you move forward
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Save time and frustration and walk away with a manageable and meaningful plan of action
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Get answers to your questions, new connections and a renewed sense of focus, energy and confidence
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Not an organiser? If you have experience, contacts, skills or knowledge to share we'd love you to join us too!
Various locations across Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire.
Come to as many as you need and learn from others doing similar things in different places
Free to attend. Booking required.
Join us if:
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You have an idea for a community-based group, activity, event or project and want help to bring it to life and get started
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You've already started and need some support to move forward or want to develop your ideas with others
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You want to make connections and support others
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You have personal or professional experience, contacts, information and encouragement to share that will help organisers to create opportunities for connection in our communities.
What to expect:
Each session is a chance to:
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Discover new ideas and possibilities: Whether you have a plan or are just exploring, you’ll gain insights and inspiration from others with similar goals.
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Create practical action plans: Leave each session with a meaningful, manageable next step that feels right for you – no overwhelming to-do lists, just clear, achievable actions.
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Solve problems together: Share challenges and get input from people who’ve faced similar situations, with support from the Feeling Connected team and others in the session.
Connect with like-minded people: Strengthen your network and tap into a supportive group of community builders dedicated to reducing loneliness and isolation.​​​​​
Why come to a Learning Together Session?
Our sessions are about more than just giving information – they’re interactive, supportive, and designed to help you move forward. Here’s what you can expect:
Real-Time Support: You won’t have to wait months for a specific training topic. Each session is flexible, so we can dive into what matters most to you right now.
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Open to All Levels: You don’t need a fully formed plan or experience to take part. Many people come along without a clear idea and leave inspired and ready to take action.
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A Collaborative Approach: This isn’t a one-way presentation – it’s a chance to work together, share experiences, and discover new ways forward. It’s a relaxed, welcoming space for exploring what’s possible.
What people are saying ...
"I felt downtrodden and nearly didn't come. I had so much going on in my head. I had all the materials and ideas but didn't know what to do with it. This is really helpful and I'm so glad I came. You understood me perfectly and what gets in my way. Thank you so much!"
 
"It’s been nice to do more than one workshop because I was in different places at different times. The ongoing support means can have the right conversation at the right time and build the relationships that I need"