Combining elements of Yin and Hatha yoga and inspired by the Sivananda sequence, this gentle one-hour class will guide you through light breathwork, mindful movement, and a short guided relaxation to help bring focus, balance, and awareness back to yourself.

No experience needed – all levels welcome!
Mats and props will be provided.

Join us for a Lunch & Learn with the brilliant Tskenya-Sarah Frazer – broadcaster, community builder, and author of A Quick Ting on Black British Business.

Tskenya-Sarah will be taking us on an informative journey through the history (and future) of Black British entrepreneurship. With the powerful rise of Black British culture, Black British entrepreneurship has rapidly become a point of great conversation. Tskenya-Sarah's work looks back on significant moments in Black British entrepreneurship, exploring the struggles, success and unique circumstances that face Black British businesses.

Lunch is on us – you just bring yourself and some curiosity.

About Tskenya-Sarah Frazer

Tskenya-Sarah Frazer is committed to amplifying voices, sparking important conversations, and creating spaces that resonates with diverse audiences.

Beyond broadcasting, she is deeply passionate about charity and community work, dedicating my time to initiatives that create real impact. As an ambassador for The King’s Trust and The Diana Award, she has had the honour of championing inclusion, equity, and representation. Through her community-focused projects and advocacy, she aims to empower others and drive meaningful change—a journey that led to receiving a Pride of Britain Award.

Her work continues to focus on advocating for the representation of neurodiverse, disabled, and minoritised groups, both in media and beyond.

Bring your imagination and an appetite. We’ll provide the lunch, and the secrets HMRC doesn’t paint clearly.

Join us for a Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels.

Discover the benefits of Pilates as you engage your muscles and focus on proper alignment. The workshop will cover a range of exercises targeting different muscle groups, helping you develop a strong and balanced body.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your fitness journey and experience the transformative power of Pilates. Reserve your spot now for the Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Limited spaces available, so book early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for an interactive Lunch & Learn, hosted by CIGMA Accounting, where you’ll discover how a £10 doodle can become a £485m masterpiece, and what it teaches us about saving tax.

Bring your imagination and an appetite. We’ll provide the lunch, and the secrets HMRC doesn’t paint clearly.

Combining elements of Yin and Hatha yoga and inspired by the Sivananda sequence, this gentle one-hour class will guide you through light breathwork, mindful movement, and a short guided relaxation to help bring focus, balance, and awareness back to yourself.

No experience needed – all levels welcome!
Mats and props will be provided.

Join us for a Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels.

Discover the benefits of Pilates as you engage your muscles and focus on proper alignment. The workshop will cover a range of exercises targeting different muscle groups, helping you develop a strong and balanced body.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your fitness journey and experience the transformative power of Pilates. Reserve your spot now for the Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Limited spaces available, so book early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!

Are you ready to make a positive change in your community? The Better Space Self-Starter Hackathon is your chance to collaborate, innovate, and create solutions for pressing social and environmental challenges!

Join us for an inspiring day of innovation, collaboration, and social entrepreneurship, offering you a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, create impactful solutions, and make a positive change in your community.

Here's what you can expect:

🔑 Talks by successful social entrepreneurs and investors

💡 Idea development workshops

🤝 Networking lunch and refreshments

🎤 Pitching session

🏆 Awards ceremony

🌟 Winning prizes include a £1,000 grant, 6 months of free co-working space, as well as a spot on the Cambridge Social Ventures incubator programme and venture weekend

Don't miss out! Secure your spot now and be a part of something meaningful. 🌍🌱

🎯 We particularly encourage Islington residents, women, people from BAME communities, and individuals with disabilities to take part in this hackathon.

Join us for a Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels.

Discover the benefits of Pilates as you engage your muscles and focus on proper alignment. The workshop will cover a range of exercises targeting different muscle groups, helping you develop a strong and balanced body.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your fitness journey and experience the transformative power of Pilates. Reserve your spot now for the Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Limited spaces available, so book early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!

Lunch & Learn: How To Start A Social Enterprise

Interested in building a business that makes a difference? Join us for a Lunch & Learn where we’ll cover the essentials of launching a social enterprise—from developing your mission and sustainable business model to navigating the legal steps. We'll discuss important legal structures, and how to register as a social enterprise, plus tips to ensure long-term impact. This is a chance to connect, learn from experienced social entrepreneurs, and get equipped with the practical and legal know-how to make your vision a reality. Lunch provided—bring your questions and enthusiasm!

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About Voluntary Action Islington

Volunatry Action Islington offers a wide range of services for local organizations, small groups, and volunteers at all stages of development to support social action locally. Their support includes one-to-one assistance, training, and money management guidance. With a focus on excellence and quality, they aim to lead and support a resilient local voluntary sector that collaborates actively to benefit residents and the wider community.

Visit www.vai.org.uk to find out more!

In today's fast-evolving digital world, technologies like AI, blockchain, the Metaverse, VR/AR, and 3D printing are reshaping industries and redefining the future of work. Join us for an exclusive event designed to demystify these innovative technologies and explore how they converge to drive change across sectors. Perfect for tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals, this session dives into the practical applications and strategic integration of these advancements, equipping attendees with insights on how to harness their potential.

Hosted by Breakthrough Social Enterprise, a UK-based organisation dedicated to building skills and expanding access to tech-driven careers, this event promises a forward-looking exploration of technology's role in the future of work. Discover the ways AI, immersive environments, and advanced manufacturing intersect to revolutionise industries and offer new pathways for personal and professional growth. Prepare to be inspired, informed, and ready to lead in a digitally transformed world.

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Sobanan Narenthiran is a self-taught tech strategist and the driven CEO of Breakthrough Social Enterprise, an organisation dedicated to transforming lives through digital skills training, employment support, and entrepreneurship. With a background that spans digital marketing, strategic consultancy, and experience within the NHS and social innovation sectors, Sobanan brings a unique blend of technical expertise and visionary leadership to his mission. His career has been characterised by a commitment to developing his skills independently—from founding a digital marketing agency to leading initiatives that empower ex-offenders through digital literacy and financial coaching. Sobanan’s work at Breakthrough reflects a strong commitment to creating sustainable, impactful pathways for marginalised communities to gain digital and entrepreneurial skills, harnessing technology to foster social equity and financial independence

Join us for a Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels.

Discover the benefits of Pilates as you engage your muscles and focus on proper alignment. The workshop will cover a range of exercises targeting different muscle groups, helping you develop a strong and balanced body.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your fitness journey and experience the transformative power of Pilates. Reserve your spot now for the Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Limited spaces available, so book early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!

Learn from your peers and fellow founders in our peer-to-peer learning sessions, where you'll share experiences, exchange ideas, and support each other on your entrepreneurial journeys.

Discover your passion and purpose with our career-focused workshop, designed to help you identify your strengths, interests, and goals to chart a path towards a fulfilling career - maybe one in entrepreneurship?

Join this workshop, facilitated by Stuart Scott, UX Lead at City Interaction Lab, a university UX consultancy based within the Centre for Human-Computer Interaction Design at City St George’s, University of London, where you’ll discover the importance of User Experience in your product development journey!

He will say answer your questions around UX for anything from websites and apps to games, robots, voice interactions etc.

If you're interested in entrpreneurship, we're interested in you. Wherever you are on the journey, from motivated to all-in invested in your own business, our Demo nights are a safe space to meet other budding entrpreneurs and exchange ideas and opportunities.

Every month 4 startups showcase their business. Get positive feedback and support, from funding to introductions, and connect with like minded people in the heart of the City of London.

CityVentures is a service provided by the world class City & St George's University of London in collaboration with global entrepreneurship collective Canopy Community.

We have access to resources, experience and knowledge that can help you be your most successful self. We're particuarly interested in supporting entrprenuers from socially disadvanteged and minority groups.

It's entirely free, so don't miss out on this excellent networking event.

Supercharge your networking skills firsthand during this event. Through engaging activities and interactive sessions, you'll learn the ins and outs of effective networking – from making memorable first impressions to building lasting professional relationships.

Join us for a Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels.

Discover the benefits of Pilates as you engage your muscles and focus on proper alignment. The workshop will cover a range of exercises targeting different muscle groups, helping you develop a strong and balanced body.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your fitness journey and experience the transformative power of Pilates. Reserve your spot now for the Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Limited spaces available, so book early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!

Did you know dehydration is the biggest cause of fatigue, our gut bacteria can virtually hijack our brain and that morning coffee may be responsible for afternoon mood swings?

From nutrient deficiencies contributing to low mood to the imbalance of certain fats making us feel blue, the food we eat has a big impact on our health and how we feel in ourselves.

We asked BANT-registered nutritionist Eva Humphries to break down the essentials of harnessing food for better mood.

Don’t worry, Eva has assured us coffee can remain on the menu, it’s just a case of timing it right.

Thanks to Eva’s relaxed take on nutrition, this talk promises to be full of useable nutrition information that can be implemented with ease.

Here is what you can expect to learn:

- the essential nutrients needed for better mood and the foods that contain them

- building mental resilience with food - yes, this is achievable

- realistic advice to help you get started Plus, you’ll have a chance to ask questions.

Ladies Lunch is an inclusive event that is open to people of all genders, however it has a special focus on women centred experiences. We ask that everyone is mindful of their privilege and give space to more marginalised groups.

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About Better Space:

This event will be held at Better Space, in the lower ground floor presentation area which is fully accessible by lift and entry from the main door on Farringdon road. Please arrive no earlier than 12:30, unless you book a taster coworking day or day pass which can be done by emailing betterspace@city.ac.uk. There are washroom facilities and access to water, tea and coffee, as well as on-road bike racks.

Better Space is an affordable coworking space and community that supports Islington residents, start ups and businesses to thrive and put purpose before profit. Commissioned by Islington Council and run by City, University of London, Better Space offers below-market rate, flexible desk memberships, business support, community events and more.

Visit www.betterspace.london to find out more!

Join us for a Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels.

Discover the benefits of Pilates as you engage your muscles and focus on proper alignment. The workshop will cover a range of exercises targeting different muscle groups, helping you develop a strong and balanced body.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your fitness journey and experience the transformative power of Pilates. Reserve your spot now for the Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Limited spaces available, so book early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for a Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels.

Discover the benefits of Pilates as you engage your muscles and focus on proper alignment. The workshop will cover a range of exercises targeting different muscle groups, helping you develop a strong and balanced body.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your fitness journey and experience the transformative power of Pilates. Reserve your spot now for the Pilates Workshop at Better Space! Limited spaces available, so book early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!

About the event

What You'll Learn

If the idea of selling your services, negotiating with clients, and figuring out your pricing fills you with dread, this talk is for you. Talking about money and pitching your services shouldn't be something you fear. In fact, the process of selling can be am extremely creative and satisfying experience - really!

At the end of this presentation, you will be able to calculate how much to charge for your services, decide how to sell your skills, negotiate with confidence and generally make the process of selling feel seamless.

What you do has a value and it's time you got paid for it!

Your Instructor

Matt Dowling is an entrepreneur, campaigner, speaker, activist, writer and consultant who has been featured on radio, podcasts, in print and online publications including The Guardian, The Times, The Financial Times, The Independent, The Huffington Post, BBC, RTE and LBC, discussing a range of entrepreneurial topics, fighting for the rights of the self-employed and addressing issues faced by freelancers.

Prior to founding the Freelancer Club, Matt was an international photographer for over 10 years and co-founded Top International Magazine, an editorial fashion publication distributed in LA and New York. Matt also founded Shooting Beauty, Green Leaf Digital, Freelance Academy, and & Then Some.

Matt represents freelancers at exclusive round-table discussions with influential change-makers from Harvard, UAL, and NASA and continues to work with thought leaders and politicians to change legislation in Parliament.

Regarded as one of the leading voices in the freelance sector, Matt is regularly quoted on freelance and entrepreneurial topics.

About Freelancer Club

In 2008, Matt Dowling spent his last £300 on a lawyer in an effort to recover £11,000 that was owed to him from an unpaid invoice. The final attempt failed. Matt, a freelance photographer, was broke, frustrated and out of ideas. The story made the national press and freelancers reached out with similar tales. Realising the need for support and determined to put a stop to the exploitation of creative freelancers, the seeds of Freelancer Club were sown. Today, Freelancer Club is one of the leading creative communities online with over 65,000 freelancer members supporting one another. We empower freelancers through an ecosystem, providing them with training, resources, mentorship, and a vibrant community to thrive in.

About the event:

Organised by: Buddy Hub

🎨 Join Our Next Engaging 'Paint, Play & Connect' Event! 🤝

Experience the warmth of connection and the joy of creativity at our upcoming event in London. Our last session received rave reviews from participants:

🌟 “The calmness of it all”

🤝 “The unique way of connecting with new people was amazing!”

🌀 “Mindfulness through mandalas was perfect!”

🧘‍♀️ “So relaxing and engaging.”

🎶 “Great music and conversations.”

✨ “Different and I liked it!”

👍 “Really good format!”

We’re proud of our highly rated events:

🌟 How much did you enjoy the event: 4.7 / 5

🌟 Sense of connection with others: 4.2 / 5

🌟 Desire to attend future events: 4.8 / 5

What’s in store:

👋 Relax and unwind as we leave the world outside.

🍷 Enjoy sipping and nibbling on refreshments. 🍕

🎨 Collaborate on a Mandala canvas in small groups.

🧘 Conclude with a brief meditation exercise.

To celebrate Pride Month, we'll have rainbow-themed decorations and food treats too 🏳️‍🌈. Don’t miss out on this rewarding experience!

📅 Hosted by: Member, Giovanna. Presented in collaboration with Better Space.