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Free Speed Networking

Society Matters

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We're bringing together decision-makers, business owners, and third-sector leaders for our speed networking events.

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Speed Networking Event | Society Matters CIC
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00 AM
Free

Speed Networking Event | Society Matters CIC
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00 AM
Free
Speed Networking Event | Society Matters CIC
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00 AM
Free

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Society Matters

Organizer of Free Speed Networking

Specialist social welfare solutions for everyone.Society Matters CIC is a social enterprise which mobilises knowledge, delivering tangible social value to achieve a fair society for all, with lives well lived.As the trading subsidiary of independent charity, Citizens Advice Gateshead, Society Matters CIC specialises in social welfare training, social action projects, and tailor-made solutions through a team of in-house experts.

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An Introduction to Access to Work

1 upcoming event

This CPD-accredited course provides a comprehensive introduction to the UK Government’s Access to Work scheme, which helps people with disabilities and long-term health conditions to start or stay in employment.

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An Introduction to Debt

1 upcoming event

This interactive course covers best practices for supporting people with debt. Explore budgeting, debt types, enforcement, breathing space, and all debt solutions, including DROs and DMPs. Gain practical tools to help clients manage and resolve debt.

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An Introduction to Personal Independence Payment

1 upcoming event

Boost PIP success: Learn to guide applications, decode descriptors & challenge decisions with confidence. CPD accredited.

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An Introduction to Universal Credit

2 upcoming events

Our interactive workshops cover Universal Credit, including migration notices, transitional protection, and strategies to safeguard benefit entitlements. Ideal for those supporting vulnerable clients through the transition.

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Carers and Caring Matters

1 upcoming event

This CPD-accredited course explores the challenges faced by unpaid caregivers and the support available to them. Learn about carer benefits, assessments, home adaptations, and how to help carers access vital services and improve their wellbeing.

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Challenging Welfare Decisions (Advanced)

2 upcoming events

This CPD-accredited course equips you to support clients in challenging DWP welfare decisions. Learn about eligibility, timeframes, appeals, mandatory reconsiderations, and practical strategies to improve outcomes for those facing benefit sanctions.

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Disability Living Allowance for Children

1 upcoming event

Build your team’s confidence in supporting families through the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) process for children. These CPD-accredited sessions cover eligibility, application guidance, appeals, and how DLA can unlock wider family benefits.

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Free Training Webinars

3 upcoming events

Take part in our free Society Matters training webinars, covering essential topics like welfare rights, financial wellbeing, housing, mental health and community support and build the skills needed to make a meaningful difference.

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Housing and Homelessness

2 upcoming events

This CPD-accredited course covers tenancy rights, landlord obligations, eviction processes, and homelessness support. Learn to resolve housing issues, challenge decisions, and provide effective support to those facing housing insecurity.

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Collection image for An Introduction to Access to Work

An Introduction to Access to Work

1 upcoming event

This CPD-accredited course provides a comprehensive introduction to the UK Government’s Access to Work scheme, which helps people with disabilities and long-term health conditions to start or stay in employment.

Collection image for An Introduction to Debt

An Introduction to Debt

1 upcoming event

This interactive course covers best practices for supporting people with debt. Explore budgeting, debt types, enforcement, breathing space, and all debt solutions, including DROs and DMPs. Gain practical tools to help clients manage and resolve debt.

Collection image for An Introduction to Personal Independence Payment

An Introduction to Personal Independence Payment

1 upcoming event

Boost PIP success: Learn to guide applications, decode descriptors & challenge decisions with confidence. CPD accredited.

Collection image for An Introduction to Universal Credit

An Introduction to Universal Credit

2 upcoming events

Our interactive workshops cover Universal Credit, including migration notices, transitional protection, and strategies to safeguard benefit entitlements. Ideal for those supporting vulnerable clients through the transition.

Collection image for Carers and Caring Matters

Carers and Caring Matters

1 upcoming event

This CPD-accredited course explores the challenges faced by unpaid caregivers and the support available to them. Learn about carer benefits, assessments, home adaptations, and how to help carers access vital services and improve their wellbeing.

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Challenging Welfare Decisions (Advanced)

2 upcoming events

This CPD-accredited course equips you to support clients in challenging DWP welfare decisions. Learn about eligibility, timeframes, appeals, mandatory reconsiderations, and practical strategies to improve outcomes for those facing benefit sanctions.

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Disability Living Allowance for Children

1 upcoming event

Build your team’s confidence in supporting families through the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) process for children. These CPD-accredited sessions cover eligibility, application guidance, appeals, and how DLA can unlock wider family benefits.

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Free Training Webinars

3 upcoming events

Take part in our free Society Matters training webinars, covering essential topics like welfare rights, financial wellbeing, housing, mental health and community support and build the skills needed to make a meaningful difference.

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Housing and Homelessness

2 upcoming events

This CPD-accredited course covers tenancy rights, landlord obligations, eviction processes, and homelessness support. Learn to resolve housing issues, challenge decisions, and provide effective support to those facing housing insecurity.

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