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Upcoming training dates

June 2025

• 18 Jun 25

  Webinar Three – Supporting Resettled Refugee children in schools. Designed for school professionals to attend. 

  Free Online Lunchtime Webinar – 12:30 – 13:30 Delivered by Solace Children and Families Wellbeing Support (CFWS) therapists Gayle Clark, Hernan Sosa-Canal, and Amelia Scanlan. The webinars are specifically aimed at those supporting Resettled Refugee families who have been resettled in Yorkshire via a UK Resettlement Scheme (UKRS, ARAP), though some information is relevant for all Sanctuary Seeking families.
  Go to link Migration Yorkshire & Solace
• 18 Jun 25

  Bradford College – Step into teaching English, ESOL or Literacy

  Interested in teaching English, ESOL, or Literacy? Join our friendly online session to explore different pathways into teaching, the learners you might support, and the qualifications available to help you get started. You’ll get a feel for the role, take part in interactive activities, learn about job prospects and placements, and have the chance to ask questions. Ideal for anyone curious about a future in teaching, whether you’re just starting out or already involved. Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
  Go to link Bradford College
• 24 Jun 25

  Launchpad Collective: Understanding your rights at work

  Join Amy White from Loch HR for a practical session on your rights at work in the UK. You’ll learn about job offers, contracts, sick leave, holidays, pay and deductions, notice periods, and what to do if problems arise. Perfect for anyone looking for work or already employed, this session will help you feel more informed and confident at work. Time: 6:00pm
  Go to link Launchpad Collective
• 24 Jun 25

  Summer Term Webinar- Empowering ESOL Literacy Learners: Addressing Needs and Assessing Progress

  This interactive webinar where we will explore the unique needs of emergent readers and writers and consider how best to address them. Learn how to assess their progress effectively and provide targeted support to help them succeed. This session will equip you with strategies and practical tools to help you carry out effective assessments of your learners’ literacy skills. Price:£20
  Go to link Learning Unlimited
• 25 Jun 25

  Webinar Four – Supporting Resettled Refugee families in healthcare settings. Designed for health professionals to attend

  Free Online Lunchtime Webinar – 12:30 – 13:30 Delivered by Solace Children and Families Wellbeing Support (CFWS) therapists Gayle Clark, Hernan Sosa-Canal, and Amelia Scanlan. The webinars are specifically aimed at those supporting Resettled Refugee families who have been resettled in Yorkshire via a UK Resettlement Scheme (UKRS, ARAP), though some information is relevant for all Sanctuary Seeking families.
  Go to link Migration Yorkshire & Solace
• 25 Jun 25

  Launchpad Collective:  Starting Your healthcare career in the UK

  Join Fin from the DWP for a helpful session on starting a career in UK healthcare. Learn about NHS job roles, how to search and apply, setting up a TRAC account, and key exams like the OET and PLAB for doctors. Get practical tips and feel more confident about taking your first steps into the sector. Time: 6:00
  Go to link Launchpad Collective
• 27 Jun 25
  28 Jun 25

  NATECLA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2025

  All Dates: 27 June 2025 | 28 June 2025 - please note this is a multi-date training event.

  Join ESOL teachers, managers, academics and others working in the field for a weekend of inspirational guest speakers, superb workshops, discussion sessions and social activities.
  Go to link NATECLA

July 2025

• 02 Jul 25

  Webinar Five – Supporting Resettled Refugees in social care settings. Designed for social care professionals to attend

  Free Online Lunchtime Webinar – 12:30 – 13:30 Delivered by Solace Children and Families Wellbeing Support (CFWS) therapists Gayle Clark, Hernan Sosa-Canal, and Amelia Scanlan. The webinars are specifically aimed at those supporting Resettled Refugee families who have been resettled in Yorkshire via a UK Resettlement Scheme (UKRS, ARAP), though some information is relevant for all Sanctuary Seeking families.
  Go to link Migration Yorkshire & Solace
• 04 Jul 25

  English for Action

  This hands-on workshop introduces ESOL teachers, volunteers, and migrant rights activists to people’s theatre traditions adapted for language learning. Developed over 10 years by EFA, the approach draws on Boal’s Theatre of the Oppressed, including forum, legislative, and newspaper theatre. Participants will explore how theatre techniques can transform ESOL classrooms into spaces for critical thinking, expression, and empowerment. You’ll build a toolkit of games, body-based communication techniques, and forum theatre methods using real-life stories.
  Go to link English for Action
• 09 Jul 25

  Summer Term Webinar- Culture and language: crossings and crossed wires in language classrooms

  This webinar explores the interactions of culture and language and their impact on ESOL/language teaching contexts. It will highlight some of the opportunities and challenges of working with multicultural and multilingual groups, and explore some practical classroom strategies for awareness raising and cultural/linguistic exploration. Time: 4.30pm – 6.30pm (GMT) Price: £20
  Go to link Learning Unlimited
• 09 Jul 25

  Welcoming and Supporting Young Refugees

  The training training provides a general overview on needs and challenges faced by unaccompanied children seeking asylum in the UK. It is designed to be an introductory course suitable for participants with little or no knowledge, or professionals who need a refresher, on supporting unaccompanied asylum seeking children. Time: 9:30am – 2:45pm GMT+1
  Go to link Migration Yorkshire
• 10 Jul 25

   International Organization for Migration Cultural Awareness Sessions – Eritrea

  This session’s content will focus primarily on the geography, topography and history of Eritrea. In addition to this, the session will also cover experiences with services that the Eritrean community may face, both within and outside their country of origin. It will also discuss the family and social life of Eritreans, as well as cultural norms, customs, and behaviours. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion, therefore we highly encourage participants to come prepared to have their cameras on during the session. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
  Go to link IOM
• 16 Jul 25

  Intensive 4-week CELTA

  The ELTC at Sheffield University is running an intensive, four-week CELTA (Certificate in teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
  Go to link University of Sheffield

September 2025

• 09 Sep 25
  10 Sep 25

   International Organization for Migration Cultural Awareness Sessions – Sudan

  All Dates: 09 September 2025 | 10 September 2025 - please note this is a multi-date training event.

  A two-part participatory series exploring key information about Sudan. Part 1 – 9th September: You will explore Sudan’s geography, history, society, and cultural norms, both within the country and in neighbouring regions. Part 2 – 10th September: You will focus on the experiences of Sudanese communities in displacement, including challenges and interactions with services both at home and abroad. Both sessions will include case studies and group discussion, so please come ready to engage, with cameras on if possible. Please register separately for both sessions. You’ll receive a confirmation email with joining details after registering.
  Go to link IOM 2 part Series
• 10 Sep 25
  15 Sep 25

  ​Oner Training Consultancy: Teaching Pre-entry and Low-level Literacy ESOL Learners

  All Dates: 10 September 2025 | 15 September 2025 - please note this is a multi-date training event.

  This is a practical blended course of around 10 hours (3 x 2-hour live online sessions and independent study in between). The course is aimed at new and experienced ESOL teachers. To gain a certificate, participants are expected to complete tasks, reflections and are encouraged to share with peers. Participants will come away with original resources and links to a large number of teaching, learning and assessment materials. 10th September – 3pm – 5pm 15th September – 6pm -8pm
  Go to link OTC

October 2025

• 14 Oct 25
  15 Oct 25

   International Organization for Migration Cultural Awareness session – Vietnam

  All Dates: 14 October 2025 | 15 October 2025 - please note this is a multi-date training event.

  A two-day interactive series exploring the rich history, culture, and lived experiences of Vietnamese communities. Part 1 – 14th October: Gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s geography, history, core values, social norms, and communication styles. This session will highlight how cultural traditions shape daily life and interactions in Vietnamese society. Part 2 – 15th October: Explore Vietnamese customs and family dynamics, as well as migration history, trafficking concerns, and the experiences of the Vietnamese diaspora in the UK, including access to services and community life. Both sessions are participatory and include case studies and discussion, so we encourage participants to join with cameras on for a more engaging experience. Please register separately for both sessions. You will receive a confirmation email with joining details after registration.
  Go to link IOM - 2 part Series

November 2025

• 06 Nov 25

   International Organization for Migration UK Somalia Information Session

  This session will cover the history and current events in Somalia, as well as Somalis’ experiences in displacement. In addition to this, the session will also discuss experiences with services that the Somalis may have had, as well as society, culture, and communication of Somali communities. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion, therefore we highly encourage participants to come prepared to have their cameras on during the session.
  Go to link IOM

December 2025

• 04 Dec 25

  International Organization for Migration UK Kurdish Information: Experiences in Conflict and Displacement, Cultural Norms and Family Life

  This session’s content will focus primarily on experiences that Kurdish communities may face in different conflicts in the different countries where they live. It will also discuss the experiences Kurds may face in displacement within and outside their countries of origin. Finally, this session will focus on the cultural norms that may be common in the Kurdish community across Turkey, Syria, Iraq and Iran. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion, therefore we highly encourage participants to come prepared to have their cameras on during the session. Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
  Go to link IOM