u3a - Workshops

Our series of online workshops have been developed in response to common challenges u3as face. They provide an opportunity to find solutions and share best practice with other u3a members. Please book your place using the links below.

In addition, u3as, networks and regions can request online or in person workshops. Click the button below to find out more.

Our Workshops

Workshop support

Workshop requests

Our Workshops

Contingency and succession planning

What does it cover? Information to help you understand the difference between contingency and succession planning for your u3a and Committee, and their importance in running your u3a smoothly.

Date of next session:

Wednesday 10 June 10.00-11.30 Book Now
Tuesday 7 July 10.00-11.30 Book Now

"Very useful session - made me think about a number of things as a new trustee."

Equality, diversity and inclusion presentation

What does it cover? An introduction to supporting u3a to enact their legal responsibilities. If you are in Northern Ireland please complete the form below to request a workshop that covers NI legislation.

Date of next session:

Wednesday 20 May, 10.00-12.30 Book Now

"I have greater awareness of challenges other u3as are addressing both similar & different to our own."

"The framework provided by the EDI committee for assessing & improving our practice is helpful.”

Helping your u3a grow

What does it cover? Ideas and information to help recruit new members, the benefits of which include more diverse interest groups and a bigger pool of potential volunteers. The conditions needed for growth will be explored and overcoming challenges.

Date of next session(s):

Thursday 18 June 10.30-12.00 Book Now
Monday 13 July 11.00-12.30 Book Now

“I found it interesting, informative and thought provoking - it was very useful to hear other participants’ experience & suggestions.”

Motivating members to volunteer

What does it cover? Recognising the importance of volunteering within the u3a and identifying common challenges and finding workable solutions.

Date of next session(s):

Tuesday 2 June 11.00-12.30 Book Now
Wednesday 1 July 10.00-11.30 Book Now
Friday 31 July 11.00-12.30 Book Now

“This was a well-run workshop, a lot to take away and review with my committee. Thank you!”

Organising and running u3a interest groups

What does it cover? Information to help you understand the roles and responsibilities of Group Coordinators and Group Leaders, and to discuss ideas and good practice in running successful groups.

Date of next session(s):

Monday 18 May 10.30-12.00 Book Now
Friday 26 June 11.00-12.30 Book Now
Thursday 23 July 10.30-12.00 Book Now

"The workshop covered everything that I needed to know, it was comprehensive - the sharing and networking was useful –thank you.”

Workshop support

If you require help with Zoom prior to attending a workshop, any additional support, or if there isn’t a workshop date listed for one you would like to attend please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Workshop requests

We can arrange to run online workshops for groups of u3as, networks and Regions. If this is something you would like to request, please click on the button below and complete the form.

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Additional information

If you didn't find the support you needed, you can find useful information on the Advice and Guidance page.