March / April 2025 news from LBFN

The London Boroughs Faiths Network (LBFN), in partnership with the GLA, local councils and resilience agencies, is committed to strengthening community preparedness, enhancing emergency response capabilities, and fostering collaboration between faith and community groups.

Here you can find key updates on upcoming training, events, and opportunities to engage in building safer, stronger communities.

Community Resilience: Introductory Webinar open to everyone

Date: 18 March 2025
Time: 2.00pm-3.30pm
Online

Register now and be part of the conversation!

Join us for an introductory webinar on Community Resilience, organised by the London Boroughs Faiths Network (LBFN) and supported by the Greater London Authority (GLA). This session is open to all and will provide an overview of how community groups can strengthen their preparedness and response to emergencies.

What to Expect:
✅ Learn about the importance of building resilient communities
✅ Hear from experts on the role of faith communities in crisis response
✅ Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about community preparedness
✅ Find out how to get involved in future sessions

No prior knowledge or background is needed—just a willingness to learn, collaborate, and build stronger, more resilient communities.

Faith Communities Public Health Action Forum

Date: 25 March 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Exclusive Event

Following the Faith Summit on Public Health held in January 2025, this Faith Communities Public Health Action Forum has been organised to build on key discussions and drive forward collaborative initiatives. This focused session will explore strategies for strengthening partnerships between faith groups and health services, addressing health inequalities, and enhancing community-based health interventions.

This is an exclusive event for invited participants only.
For more details or to indicate your interest, please contact partnerships@lbfn.org.uk .

Leadership training pathway.
Community Resilience for Faith Leaders

See below for next two cohorts

Building Resilient Communities: Strengthening Faith-Led Emergency Preparedness Organised by the London Boroughs Faiths Network (LBFN) and supported by the Greater London Authority (GLA), the leadership pathway equips faith and community leaders with essential knowledge and awareness to strengthen local resilience. This leadership pathway training sessions are conducted in-person in various parts of London and co-hosted by local Borough Councils.

This programme builds on LBFN’s successful 2017 pilot following the disastrous incidents that year, and responds to Lord Toby Harris’ recommendations for resilience training for faith groups.

Why Attend?

✅ Learn from experts including the Met Police, British Red Cross, London Fire Brigade, Community Security Trust and specialist Borough Council teams
✅ Gain practical tools for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery
✅ Foster collaboration between faith groups, local authorities, and emergency services
✅ Enhance your understanding of risks and effective community response strategies

Training Commitment
Participation in all four sessions is required to gain full benefits from the training and to receive certification.

Community Resilience Training for Faith Leaders – Ealing and Hounslow

• Dates: Thursdays 24 April, Thursday 1 May, Thursday 8 May and Thursday 15 May
• Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Dinner included)
• Venue: the venue will be confirmed very soon
• Free of Charge: Open to all faith leaders interested in enhancing community resilience
• Priority given to faith groups in Ealing & Hounslow
• Inclusivity & Accessibility: Meals provided at each session to accommodate diverse faith practices.

Register now to strengthen your community’s ability to prepare, respond, and recover from emergencies!

Community Resilience Training for Faith Leaders – Northeast London

• Dates: Tuesdays – 10, 17, 24 June and 1 July 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM BST
• Location: Ilford Town Centre, 128-142 High Rd, Ilford, IG1 1DD
• Free of Charge: Open to all faith leaders interested in enhancing community resilience
• Priority given to faith groups in Redbridge, Havering and Barking & Dagenham
• Inclusivity & Accessibility: Meals provided at each session to accommodate diverse faith practices.

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your role in community preparedness, emergency response, and recovery efforts. Register Now to secure your place!