Community and Education Services by The Stopping Place Trust

Our Core Services

Specialised Training for professionals 

Who Is This Training For?

This training is suitable for:

• Social workers and social care teams
• Local authority services
• Education professionals
• Health and wellbeing services
• Housing providers
• Community organisations
• Safeguarding partnerships
• Universities and training providers
• Organisations committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

What Will Participants Learn?

Participants will explore:

The history, culture and experiences of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities
The impact of discrimination and barriers to services
How trust can be built through culturally informed practice
How assumptions and stereotypes can affect professional relationships
Approaches to improving engagement with children, young people and families
Practical strategies to support more inclusive services


 Why This Matters

Improving cultural understanding helps organisations:

Build stronger relationships with communities
Improve engagement with services
Reduce inequalities
Challenge discrimination
Support better outcomes for children, families and individuals


What Your Organisation Will Gain

Participants will develop:

Increased understanding of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller histories, cultures and experiences
Greater confidence in engaging with families and communities
Awareness of barriers, discrimination and mistrust experienced by communities
Practical approaches to improving relationships and participation
Reflection on how professional systems and processes can impact communities
Strategies to strengthen inclusive practice

Training Options

Available formats include:

Awareness Session
A short introduction to Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities and culturally informed practice.

Half-Day Training
An introduction to the BRIDGE Model™ and practical application.

Full-Day Workshop
A deeper exploration of culture, barriers, relationships and practice approaches.

Bespoke Organisational Training
Tailored sessions developed around your organisation’s needs.


Brochures with pricing available up request. 

Community Engagement

By fostering active involvement and collaboration, we ensure our initiatives reflect the community’s needs and aspirations. Our inclusive approach values every voice and builds strong, connected communities. 

Income generated from training will go towards establishing a Community café and kitchen.

  • Coffee mornings.
  • Soft play facilities.
  • Community meeting spaces.
  • Function rooms.
  • Training rooms.
  • Family support spaces.
  • Community drop-in services.
  • Youth spaces.
  • Advice sessions with partner organisations.


 

  • Health outreach sessions.
  • Mental health support.
  • Wellbeing groups.
  • Women's groups.
  • Men's groups.
  • Healthy lifestyle initiatives.
  • Health awareness events.
  • Partnership clinics with healthcare providers.

 

  • Youth clubs.
  • Holiday programmes.
  • Family support.
  • Parenting support.
  • Educational advocacy.
  • Mentoring opportunities.
  • Early years activities.
  • Recreational programmes.
  • Cultural enrichment opportunities.

 

  • Food banks.
  • Emergency 
  • food vouchers.
  • Toy appeals.
  • School uniform support.
  • Seasonal support initiatives.
  • Emergency grants.
  • Household essentials support

 

  • Cultural festivals.
  • Heritage projects.
  • Community storytelling.
  • Arts and crafts programmes.
  • Educational campaigns.
  • Positive media representation.
  • Community celebrations.
  • Recognition awards

 

Discover How You Can Benefit from Our Services

Learn more about our educational offerings and social services and how to participate as a community member or partner.

Contact us to learn more about our new community programs and partnership opportunities.

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