Webinar Hub
Practical learning on Gypsy, Roma and Traveller inclusion for organisations across the UK
Our webinars provide accessible, expert-led learning for professionals and organisations seeking to improve understanding, reduce inequalities and develop more inclusive services for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
Delivered by Friends, Families and Travellers, each session combines lived experience expertise with practical insight that participants can apply immediately in their roles.
Webinars are designed for both individuals and organisations and can be used for CPD, staff development, induction or wider awareness raising.
Who our webinars are for:
- NHS and healthcare staff
- Local authority teams
- Housing and homelessness services
- Schools and education providers
- Police and criminal justice professionals
- HR, EDI and workplace inclusion teams
- Customer service and frontline staff
- Voluntary and community sector organisations
- Corporate employers
- Students and researchers
Why attend a webinar?
Many professionals want to improve inclusion and reduce inequalities but lack the time or access to in-depth training.
Our webinars provide a focused, practical introduction to key issues affecting Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities, along with clear actions that can be taken within organisations.
Webinars are designed to:
- Build awareness and understanding
- Increase confidence in practice
- Highlight practical steps for improvement
- Support organisational priorities on equality and inclusion
- Introduce key themes before booking full training
- Provide accessible CPD opportunities for staff teams
Upcoming webinars
We run a regular programme of live webinars throughout the year covering key themes across health, education, housing, policing and workplace inclusion.
Typical topics include:
- Improving access to services for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities
- Tackling health inequalities and improving patient engagement
- Supporting Gypsy, Roma and Traveller pupils in education
- Inclusive housing and homelessness practice
- Addressing anti-Gypsyism in the workplace
- Building trust and improving community engagement
- Inclusive customer service and frontline practice
Each session includes time for reflection and discussion, with opportunities to explore practical application in your own organisation.
Webinar formats
Introductory Webinars
Short, focused sessions designed to build awareness and introduce key concepts.
Ideal for:
- Large staff groups
- Organisation-wide learning
- Induction and onboarding
CPD Learning Webinars
More in-depth sessions focused on applied learning and practical strategies.
Ideal for:
- Professional development
- Sector-specific teams
- Managers and practitioners
Sector-Focused Webinars
Targeted sessions tailored to specific sectors such as health, housing, education, policing and corporate employers.
Ideal for:
- Teams working within a specific service area
- Organisations seeking focused insight
- Strategic and operational staff
On-Demand Webinars (coming soon)
Recorded sessions available for flexible learning across teams and organisations.
What participants will gain
Participants will:
- Develop a clearer understanding of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities
- Explore barriers to access and inclusion across services
- Understand the impact of discrimination and exclusion
- Identify practical actions to improve engagement and outcomes
- Increase confidence in working with diverse communities
- Strengthen equality and inclusion practice in their organisation
Why FFT webinars?
Friends, Families and Travellers is a national charity with decades of experience working alongside Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
Our webinars are informed by:
- Lived experience expertise
- National policy and advocacy work
- Direct engagement with public services
- Practical frontline insight across sectors
This ensures sessions are grounded, relevant and focused on real-world application rather than abstract theory.
Benefits for organisations
Webinars help organisations to:
- Provide accessible CPD for staff
- Improve awareness across large teams quickly
- Introduce inclusion training at scale
- Support equality and diversity objectives
- Prepare staff for deeper training programmes
- Strengthen service delivery and engagement practice
- Demonstrate commitment to inclusive practice
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Book a webinar
You can book individual places or arrange private webinars for your organisation.
We also offer bespoke sessions tailored to your sector, team or organisational priorities.
Next steps:
- Browse upcoming webinars
- Book individual places
- Arrange a private webinar for your organisation
- Request a tailored session