Welcome to Digital Inclusion Week (6–10 October)
This October, Wandsworth’s libraries and community partners are hosting a week of free events designed to boost digital confidence, strengthen community connections and open up access for everyone.
From friendly digital drop-ins to hands-on workshops, these sessions are ideal for anyone looking to learn, share or support others. Whether you’re just starting out or want to help a friend or neighbour get online, there’s something for you.
Each session contributes to our wider mission of promoting digital inclusion — giving residents the tools, knowledge and confidence to use technology safely and effectively. Through local volunteering, digital skills courses and community recycling initiatives such as laptop donations, together we can make digital access available to all.
Events by Venue (6–10 October 2025)
Battersea Library
Monday 6 October, 10 am – 12 pm
Digital Drop-in — Friendly one-to-one support with everyday tech tasks, from sending emails to using online services.
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Roehampton Library
Monday 6 October, 2 pm – 4 pm
Digital Drop-in — Learn at your own pace with help from local Digital Champions.
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St Alban’s Church, Pretoria Road (Partner Venue)
Tuesday 7 October, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Free English & Digital Skills Course — Build confidence in spoken English while practising online skills for everyday life.
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Battersea Park Library
Tuesday 7 October, 2 pm – 4 pm
Digital Drop-in — Bring your phone, tablet or laptop for free guidance and tips.
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Southfields Library
Wednesday 8 October, 2 pm – 4 pm
Digital Drop-in — Discover how to stay safe online, manage accounts and use library e-services.
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Wandsworth Town Library
Thursday 9 October, 10 am – 12 pm
Digital Drop-in — Get one-to-one help with forms, email, video calls and online safety.
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Yvonne Carr Centre (Partner Venue)
Thursday 9 October, 1 pm – 3 pm
Family Online Safety Course — Learn how to protect children and manage family devices responsibly.
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Roehampton Family Hub (Partner Venue)
Friday 10 October, 10 am – 12 pm
Family Online Safety Course — Simple, practical advice for parents and carers on using technology safely at home.
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Tooting Library
Friday 10 October, 2 pm – 4 pm
Digital Drop-in — Explore apps, online banking, and basic IT help in a relaxed, friendly space.
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What You Can Expect
Most sessions are informal and free to join — no booking required. Simply bring your device or use one provided. Digital Champions will be available to help with everyday online activities such as creating accounts, filling out forms or navigating websites.
These sessions are part of a wider effort to offer free digital skills training across Wandsworth, supporting people who want to build confidence, improve employability or connect with family and friends online.
Why It Matters
Every session, volunteer and donated device plays a part in closing the digital gap. By recycling unused laptops, sharing your time or helping someone learn, you contribute to a stronger, more connected community. The Power to Connect initiative continues to expand access to digital literacy courses and basic IT skills training across the borough.
Get Involved
If you’d like to support this work, there are several ways to make a difference:
- Volunteer in Wandsworth and help residents gain essential digital skills.
- Donate laptops, tablets or phones to reduce e-waste and support local learning.
- Donate funds to help expand free training and digital inclusion projects.
- Sign up to our mailing list for updates on upcoming workshops and courses.
- Follow Power to Connect on social media for stories, resources and news.
- Explore the full October events calendar for more dates and details.
Together, we can keep Wandsworth connected and confident online.
