Learning sets

Applications for the 2025 learning set are now open.

We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for two new Health Anchors Learning Network (HALN) learning groups! These peer learning groups are designed to support individuals at different stages of their anchor journey. Whether you’re just starting out or already coordinating anchor networks, we’ve developed the following two learning groups to support you:

🔹 Anchors Learning Set – A structured learning journey for NHS and Local Authority staff beginning to embed anchor approaches. This set explores key areas of anchor practice through guided learning and reflective practice. While the primary audience is NHS and Local Authority staff, we may also consider participants from the VCSE or private sector where there is interest.

🔹 Anchor Networks Action Learning Set – A peer-led space for those who are coordinating or supporting anchor work at an anchor network or system level. This group is designed to help participants tackle shared challenges and deepen their practice alongside others supporting anchor networks.

The provisional dates for both groups are in the registration links - see "how to register your interest”.

Find out more

  • The Learning Sets are free to join and are tailored to suit people at different stages in their anchor journey: 

    • The learning sessions run over 8 months, with 5 sessions in total (beginning in June)

    • Sessions will be 1 - 2 hours and held online, and will be highly participative

    • Ahead of some sessions there will be a small amount of pre-reading or short activity (no more than 30 minutes)

  • The Anchors Learning Set is our tried-and-tested approach to supporting those who are early in their anchor journey, while the Anchor Networks Action Learning Group has been developed in response to the growth of anchor networks and a shift to thinking about anchor systems across the UK. This group will be focused on offering dedicated space for peer learning for those coordinating or convening anchor networks, collectives or systems.

    These learning groups will provide the opportunity to:

    Deepen your understanding of anchor organisations and how they can drive social, economic, and environmental change, at whatever stage of the journey you’re at.

    Benefit from expert input and peer learning in a supportive network of colleagues from across the UK, bringing both new perspectives and valuable insights to your practice.

    Tackle real-world challenges through applying your learning to practical work and personal projects in your local authority or network.

    Access a full suite of resources and learning tools from HALN, preparing you for success throughout each session.

  • The learning sets are free to The learning sets are free to join and are tailored to suit people at different stages in their anchor journey.

    The learning set follows a curriculum, and works best when a small group meets consistently over a set period of time. Therefore, we require people to ensure they are able to attend the majority of the sessions before they register. We know that plans change and it may not always be possible to attend all of the sessions.

    • The learning set sessions run over 8 months, with 5 sessions in total (the provisional dates for both groups are in the registration links - see "how to register your interest)

    • Sessions will be 2 hours and held online, and will be highly participative

    • There will be a small amount of pre-reading or work before each set, usually for no more than 30 minutes

    Please do get in touch if you are unsure if the local authority learning set is right for you - we’re always happy to chat! (hello@haln.org.uk)

  • Complete the following expression of interest forms:

    Anchor Learning Set

    Anchor Networks Learning Set

    A member of the HALN team will be in touch from there.

    Please note that we cannot guarantee a place for everyone in the Learning Groups, as we will limit numbers to create an environment that supports effective peer learning. Places will be allocated to those who are likely to benefit the most from participating.

    If you have any questions you can contact us on hello@haln.org.uk

  • If these don’t quite work for you, and you would like to take part in one of our events, take a look at our public events page.

    We are also planning to host more peer learning spaces in the future, and encourage you to register your interest to be the first to know when new learning sets and opportunities are launched.

    Register your interest for future peer learning opportunities.