Safe Space Project
As a response to the evident needs in North Finchley presented by the cost-of-living crisis, our Safe Space project is aiming to
- increase community resilience to handle the cost-of-living crisis through well-being and skills workshops
- promote social inclusion by providing a warm place with a meal for people to work, study and gather which exists as an access point for sign-posting to food banks and other services
- expand our organisation’s capacity to respond to emerging needs
If you are experiencing hardship, mental health issues, financial difficulties and looking for a way out then this is a project for you.
We will open our doors to local black, Asian, minority, ethnic and refugee (BAMER) residents Monday-Friday 10am-3pm to provide signposting, a free meal, a warm space and free WIFI for the neediest in our community. Our drop-in will foster a sense of togetherness and mutual encouragement, providing space for people to share knowledge and support each other through hardship. During the drop-in opening hours, we will deliver 1 workshops a week totalling 36 workshops in a year on budgeting, accessing financial services, mindfulness, tackling stress and anxiety, and healthy eating. The workshops will build community resilience and emotional well-being by increasing budgeting skills, knowledge of available financial and mental health services, problem-solving, and mental health awareness.
Venue
Axis Tuition Centre, 16-17 Grand Arcade, North Finchley, N12 0EH
Workshops
Every Monday 4:30pm
Drop-in Sessions
10am-3pm Monday to Friday
Worksop Schedule
| Workshop No | Date | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 January 2023 | Budgeting for Beginners: This workshop will teach participants how to create and stick to a budget that works for them. They will learn about different budgeting methods, tips for saving money, and how to prioritize their expenses. |
| 2 | 16 January 2023 | Effective Communication Skills: This workshop could cover topics such as active listening, nonverbal communication, and assertiveness. Participants could learn how to communicate more effectively in job interviews, networking events, and the workplace. |
| 3 | 23 January 2023 | Using Food Banks: This workshop will provide information on how to access food banks, what to expect when visiting, and tips for making the most of the resources available. |
| 4 | 30 January 2023 | Interview Skills: Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, but this workshop could provide participants with tips for preparing for and succeeding in interviews. Topics could include researching the company, answering common interview questions, and following up after the interview. |
| 5 | 6 February 2023 | Dealing with Anxiety and Stress: This workshop will explore strategies for managing anxiety and stress in the face of financial difficulties. Participants will learn practical tools for coping with anxiety, such as breathing exercises, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioural techniques. |
| 6 | 13 February 2023 | Teamwork and Collaboration: Many jobs require working effectively with others, and this workshop could teach participants how to collaborate effectively. Topics could include communication, conflict resolution, and building trust. |
| 7 | 20 February 2023 | Earning Extra Cash: This workshop will provide participants with ideas and inspiration for earning extra money. It will cover both traditional and non-traditional ways of making extra cash, such as online surveys, freelance work, and flexible work options. |
| 8 | 27 February 2023 | Customer Service Skills: Many jobs require customer service skills, and this workshop could cover topics such as active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. Participants could learn how to handle difficult customers and provide excellent customer service. |
| 9 | 6 March 2023 | Local Authority Services: In this workshop, participants will learn about the various services offered by their local authority, such as housing support, benefits, and social services. They will learn how to access these services and the eligibility criteria for each |
| 10 | 13 March 2023 | Time Management: Time management is a critical skill that can help individuals be more productive and efficient. In this workshop, participants could learn how to prioritize tasks, set realistic goals, and use tools like calendars and to-do lists effectively. |
| 11 | 20 March 2023 | Energy-Saving Tips: Participants will learn about practical ways to reduce their energy bills and make their homes more energy-efficient. This will include tips on using appliances, heating, and lighting more efficiently. |
| 12 | 27 March 2023 | Creative Problem-Solving: This workshop could teach participants how to approach problems in a creative and innovative way. Topics could include brainstorming, thinking outside the box, and testing and refining ideas. |
| 13 | 3 April 2023 | Budgeting for Beginners: This workshop will teach participants how to create and stick to a budget that works for them. They will learn about different budgeting methods, tips for saving money, and how to prioritize their expenses. |
| 14 | 10 April 2023 | Effective Communication Skills: This workshop could cover topics such as active listening, nonverbal communication, and assertiveness. Participants could learn how to communicate more effectively in job interviews, networking events, and the workplace. |
| 15 | 17 April 2023 | Using Food Banks: This workshop will provide information on how to access food banks, what to expect when visiting, and tips for making the most of the resources available. |
| 16 | 24 April 2023 | Interview Skills: Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, but this workshop could provide participants with tips for preparing for and succeeding in interviews. Topics could include researching the company, answering common interview questions, and following up after the interview. |
| 17 | 1 May 2023 | Dealing with Anxiety and Stress: This workshop will explore strategies for managing anxiety and stress in the face of financial difficulties. Participants will learn practical tools for coping with anxiety, such as breathing exercises, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioural techniques. |
| 18 | 8 May 2023 | Teamwork and Collaboration: Many jobs require working effectively with others, and this workshop could teach participants how to collaborate effectively. Topics could include communication, conflict resolution, and building trust. |
| 19 | 15 May 2023 | Earning Extra Cash: This workshop will provide participants with ideas and inspiration for earning extra money. It will cover both traditional and non-traditional ways of making extra cash, such as online surveys, freelance work, and flexible work options. |
| 20 | 22 May 2023 | Customer Service Skills: Many jobs require customer service skills, and this workshop could cover topics such as active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. Participants could learn how to handle difficult customers and provide excellent customer service. |
| 21 | 29 May 2023 | Local Authority Services: In this workshop, participants will learn about the various services offered by their local authority, such as housing support, benefits, and social services. They will learn how to access these services and the eligibility criteria for each |
| 22 | 5 June 2023 | Time Management: Time management is a critical skill that can help individuals be more productive and efficient. In this workshop, participants could learn how to prioritize tasks, set realistic goals, and use tools like calendars and to-do lists effectively. |
| 23 | 12 June 2023 | Energy-Saving Tips: Participants will learn about practical ways to reduce their energy bills and make their homes more energy-efficient. This will include tips on using appliances, heating, and lighting more efficiently. |
| 24 | 19 June 2023 | Creative Problem-Solving: This workshop could teach participants how to approach problems in a creative and innovative way. Topics could include brainstorming, thinking outside the box, and testing and refining ideas. |
| 25 | 26 June 2023 | Budgeting for Beginners: This workshop will teach participants how to create and stick to a budget that works for them. They will learn about different budgeting methods, tips for saving money, and how to prioritize their expenses. |
| 26 | 3 July 2023 | Effective Communication Skills: This workshop could cover topics such as active listening, nonverbal communication, and assertiveness. Participants could learn how to communicate more effectively in job interviews, networking events, and the workplace. |
| 27 | 10 July 2023 | Using Food Banks: This workshop will provide information on how to access food banks, what to expect when visiting, and tips for making the most of the resources available. |
| 28 | 17 July 2023 | Interview Skills: Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, but this workshop could provide participants with tips for preparing for and succeeding in interviews. Topics could include researching the company, answering common interview questions, and following up after the interview. |
| 29 | 24 July 2023 | Dealing with Anxiety and Stress: This workshop will explore strategies for managing anxiety and stress in the face of financial difficulties. Participants will learn practical tools for coping with anxiety, such as breathing exercises, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioural techniques. |
| 30 | 31 July 2023 | Teamwork and Collaboration: Many jobs require working effectively with others, and this workshop could teach participants how to collaborate effectively. Topics could include communication, conflict resolution, and building trust. |
| 31 | 7 August 2023 | Earning Extra Cash: This workshop will provide participants with ideas and inspiration for earning extra money. It will cover both traditional and non-traditional ways of making extra cash, such as online surveys, freelance work, and flexible work options. |
| 32 | 14 August 2023 | Customer Service Skills: Many jobs require customer service skills, and this workshop could cover topics such as active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. Participants could learn how to handle difficult customers and provide excellent customer service. |
| 33 | 21 August 2023 | Local Authority Services: In this workshop, participants will learn about the various services offered by their local authority, such as housing support, benefits, and social services. They will learn how to access these services and the eligibility criteria for each |
| 34 | 28 August 2023 | Time Management: Time management is a critical skill that can help individuals be more productive and efficient. In this workshop, participants could learn how to prioritize tasks, set realistic goals, and use tools like calendars and to-do lists effectively. |
| 35 | 4 September 2023 | Energy-Saving Tips: Participants will learn about practical ways to reduce their energy bills and make their homes more energy-efficient. This will include tips on using appliances, heating, and lighting more efficiently. |
| 36 | 11 September 2023 | Creative Problem-Solving: This workshop could teach participants how to approach problems in a creative and innovative way. Topics could include brainstorming, thinking outside the box, and testing and refining ideas. |