Providing the tools for homeless people to help themselves

Homeless people need to be part of the solution!  The only way to genuinely tackle homelessness is to utilise the knowledge and experience of homeless people themselves.

Groundswell's Community Activist Training

Groundswell's training equips homeless people with practical skills, enabling them to run their own projects and to involve themselves in discussions about solutions to homelessness.  Training has been designed to deliver skills that people can also use in their day-to-day lives and this personal development (along the process of involvement in itself) helps individuals gain self-esteem and start on the path towards regaining independence.

Sessions available for homeless people include 'Communication Skills and Self-Advocacy', 'Assertiveness' and 'Understanding Meetings', each designed to underpin the process of client involvement.  To support homeless people in their activities towards establishing their own projects, Groundswell also delivers workshops including 'Project Planning', 'Fundraising' and 'Working as a Team'.

Cost: Negotiable, will depend on ability to pay

Our free Enterprising Action events provide an enjoyable opportunity for homeless people to work up the plans for their ventures and meet people who can help them wiht their ideas.  Ring Lisa on 020 7737 5500 to find out if there is one scheduled near you.

To book this course or find out more about our training please telephone: 020 7737 5500 or email