Community safety events
We're constantly working with communities, partners, and the police to make Islington a safer borough for all who live, work, or study here. There are events happening year-round where you can come along and have your say, as well as hearing more about the work we are doing.
| Name | Date and time | Event description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safer Spaces Community Conversation - Barnsbury, Bunhill, Caledonian, Clerkenwell, St Mary's and St James, St Peters and Canalside | Friday 24 March, 6-7pm | Tell us how you feel about safety in your local area and what you would like to see change. The feedback we gather will inform our community safety planning for the borough as well as specific projects to address local issues. | Online, book via Eventbrite |
| Safer Spaces Community Conversation - women and LGBTQ+ groups |
Monday 27 March, 6-7pm | Tell us how you feel about safety in Islington and what you would like to see change. The feedback we gather will inform our community safety planning for the borough as well as specific projects to address local issues. |
Online, book via Eventbrite |
| Safer Spaces Community Conversation - Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups | Thursday 30 March, 6-7pm | Tell us how you feel about safety in Islington and what you would like to see change. The feedback we gather will inform our community safety planning for the borough as well as specific projects to address local issues. |
Online, book via Eventbrite |
| Social Switch - social media awareness training for parents and carers |
Thursday 30 March, 6-7.30pm |
Want to know more about what your children are doing online and when it’s okay to intervene? This will give you the confidence to deal with the challenges and opportunities of social media for young people and give you a chance to share your experiences with others. |
Online, book via EventBrite |
| Safer Spaces Community Conversation - young people and parents | Tuesday 4 April, 6-7pm | Tell us how you feel about safety in Islington and what you would like to see change. The feedback we gather will inform our community safety planning for the borough as well as specific projects to address local issues. |
Online, book via Eventbrite |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike | Tuesday 4 April, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Old Street station |
| Speech, language, and communication needs | Thursday 27 April, 6 - 8pm |
The webinar will focus on how parents/carers can support the communication with young people who are on the autistic spectrum and young people diagnosed with ADHD. |
Online, book via EventBrite |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike | Tuesday 2 May, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Highbury and Islington station |
| How to support your 11-18 year old if you believe they need an EHCP | Thursday 11 May, 6 - 8pm | Marguerite Haye is the Founder of The Big e. She will deliver a webinar about the following: Is your young person 11 – 18 years of age, at school or college, and you feel or know they are presenting with difficulties at home or within an educational setting? Have you been told that your child does not qualify or cannot apply for an EHCP? Then this workshop is for you. |
Online, book via EventBrite |
| Supporting young people with neurodiverse conditions | Wednesday 24 May, 6 - 8pm | Parents and carers will learn all about a toolbox of advice and practical tips on how to support young people with neurodiverse conditions. |
Online, book via EventBrite |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike | Tuesday 6 June, 11am to 2pm and 3pm to 5pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Archway station |
| How to reduce the risk of child criminal exploitation and gang involvement | Wednesday 7 June, 6 - 8pm | This session is a special online training session aimed at parents and carers, to give relevant tips, trends, and guidance to help reduce the risks and safeguard young people from child criminal exploitation and gang involvement. |
Online, book via EventBrite |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 4 July, 11am to 2pm and 3pm to 5pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Finsbury Park station |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 1 August, 11am to 2pm and 3pm to 5pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Old Street station |
| Gaming, gambling, and the impact on young people | Thursday 10 August, 6 - 7.30pm | Tony Kelly is an Ex- Professional footballer, who lost over £500,000 to gambling, throughout his 9-year playing career. Having overcome his addiction, he has set up Red Card to promote, educate and raise awareness of gambling related harm in the UK. He will be sharing his story, offering a toolkit of advice and tips on how to support young people and the family. |
Online, book via EventBrite |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 5 September, 11am to 2pm and 3pm to 5pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Highbury and Islington station |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 3 October, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Archway station |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 7 November, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Finsbury Park station |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 5 December, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Old Street station |
Community Safety events taking place in 2024
| Name | Date and time | Event description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 9 January, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Highbury and Islington station |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 6 February, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Archway station |
| Bike marking and Dr Bike |
Tuesday 5 March, 11am to 2pm |
Get your bike marked and registered - it's a deterrent to thieves and increases the chance of your bike being returned if it is stolen. Dr Bike will check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyres - for free and can make minor adjustments to your bike. There's no need to book - just cycle over on the day. |
Outside Finsbury Park station |
Related information
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Report anti-social behaviour
We work together with victims and perpetrators to solve ASB issues.
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Safer spaces
Islington Council, Islington Police, and the Safer Islington Partnership want to know how safe you feel around Islington.
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Safe Havens scheme
Safe Havens are a practical way of helping everyone in Islington enjoy their community knowing that support is easily available if they need help.