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SUMMARY:Foodcycle Stepney Green
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we welcome FoodCycle’s volunteers to use our kitchen and our cafe area to provide a delicious hot lunch.  This is open to anyone living with HIV across London. By cooking with surplus ingredients\, they promote healthy\, sustainable attitudes towards food and its impact on the environment\, and help people to learn more about healthy food. \nLunch is usually served shortly after 1pm.  Lunch is served to your table by FoodCycle volunteers\, so you’ll need to arrive by 1pm. \nFor more information\, visit FoodCycle Stepney Green If you’d like to come along\, contact FoodCycle stepneygreen@foodcycle.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/foodcycle-stepney-green-2/2025-10-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251005T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
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SUMMARY:Silver Pride
DESCRIPTION:This is a joint outing of our  Positive Over 50\, Rainbow Men\, and Together Group for the first two hours of Silver Pride\, though the event continues throughout the afternoon and into the evening. \nSilver Pride is a celebration of LGBTQIA+ people over 50 and provides an exciting event to promote connectivity throughout the community. There will be dancing\, laughter\, cake and a range of performances throughout the day and evening. There will also be an exhibition of LGBTQIA+ history and entries from Switchboard’s log books. \nOnce again\, Walthamstow Trades Hall is hosting Silver Pride\, in partnership with Switchboard\, Positive East and former Opening Doors volunteers. \nThis event is aimed at LGBTQIA+ people aged 50+ but we welcome attendees of all ages to celebrate this vibrant day with us. Allies are welcome. \nIf travel costs are a barrier to coming along\, let us know in advance \nContact Mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk \nFor more details see the Walthamstow Trades Hall What’s On website pages
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/silver-pride/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness meditation
DESCRIPTION:Everybody needs a little time away from the everyday stresses and strains of life. Twice a week\, Andre Smith – Positive East’s Counselling Co-ordinator – leads a 30 minute online mindfulness meditation session. \nThese usually run twice every week on: \n\nTuesdays at 5pm\nFridays at 12.30pm\n\nFor more information on how to join\, please email Andre at andre.smith@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-10-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250106T160121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T135807Z
UID:10003549-1759410000-1759417200@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Positive Over 50: Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly lunch group for people living with HIV who either live in any of the East London Boroughs\, or get your HIV care an an East London clinic.  Usually on the first Thursday afternoon of the month\, the January lunch is a week later than usual because of the New Year holidays. \nJoin us for a tasty\, freshly prepared lunch provided by our colleagues from Food Chain. Stay and engage in one of our discussion topics\, hear from guest speakers\, or join in one of our Positive Over 50: Out And About trips to places of interest. Or stay and join in the conversation with old friends and new. \nFor more information contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/positive-over-50-lunch-4/2025-10-02/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250917T161330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T163358Z
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing Matters - Community Health Checks
DESCRIPTION:The community health check is a quick 15-minute screening that assesses key health indicators and provides guidance on lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease\, diabetes\, and other health conditions. \nTrained healthcare assistants conduct the checks and offer support and referrals where necessary. \nThe check includes: \n\nBlood pressure measurement\n\n\nBody Mass Index (BMI) calculation (height and weight)\nWaist circumference measurement\nType 2 diabetes risk assessment (using an online tool)\nSmoking status\nAlcohol risk\nAdvice and support\, including signposting to GP and support services.\n\nThere’s no need to book – just drop in to Positive East anytime between Noon and 3pm
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/wellbeing-matters-community-health-checks/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250226T161955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193049Z
UID:10003201-1759336200-1759339800@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ear Acupuncture
DESCRIPTION:Ear acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine that involves very fine needles being placed in various points of your outer ear. Many people have found it can help with a variety of health issues\, include sleep\, pain management\, nausea and stomach problems\, relieving stress and anxiety. \nThe sessions are led by Truus Jansen. They are informal sessions which take place in a group environment. You don’t currently need to book\, although it’s helpful if you can let us know in advance that you intend to come along as the sessions could become very popular. As you need to sit quietly once the treatment has begun for around half an hour\, the last admittance to the session is 5.15 pm \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/ear-acupuncture-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Positive East\, 159 Mile End Road\, London\, E1 4AQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T151500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250704T161136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T153009Z
UID:10001880-1759331700-1759334400@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Qigong Exercise
DESCRIPTION:Qigong\, pronounced “chi gong\,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body\, mind\, and spirit\, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. \nThe sessions are led by Truus Jansen. They are informal sessions\, so you don’t currently need to book\, although it’s helpful if you can let us know in advance that you intend to come along as the sessions could become very popular.  You’re advised to wear loose comfortable clothing. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/qigong-exercise-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Positive East\, 159 Mile End Road\, London\, E1 4AQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250923T085314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T171217Z
UID:10003961-1759276800-1759363199@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:October Calendar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/october-calendar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250930T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250812T121444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T131329Z
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SUMMARY:Stigma and Empowerment Workshops -Series of 4
DESCRIPTION:Are you living with HIV and want to feel more confident and in control of your HIV status and develop new skills to live a more fulfilling and happier life? \nThis 4 part series of workshops has been very popular\, and has been updated and re-designed to be delivered online using Zoom – by popular request especially for those with busy lives.  The workshops will include: \n-Developing skills to live a life free of internalised stigma. \n– Examining what it means to live well with HIV \n-Getting to know more about HIV\, effective treatment and HIV transmission risks – including Undetectable Equals Untransmittable (U=U) \n– Exploring self-compassion and ways to build self-esteem and confidence \n– Discover opportunities to develop self-advocacy\, support networks and volunteering opportunities \nFor more information contact Mina Kakaiya mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9301 \nIf  data or lack of devices are a barrier to taking part\, please speak with us in well in advance \n  \nQuotes from previous participants \n“I have realised that I have more of a voice than I thought\, and thought I had lost it – but have it!.” \n“I have learned to accept and talk about my HIV now and to go at my pace\, its my journey”
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/stigma-and-empowerment-workshops-series-of-4/2025-09-30/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250930T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250930T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20241007T173823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T155745Z
UID:10001358-1759251600-1759253400@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness meditation
DESCRIPTION:Everybody needs a little time away from the everyday stresses and strains of life. Twice a week\, Andre Smith – Positive East’s Counselling Co-ordinator – leads a 30 minute online mindfulness meditation session. \nThese usually run twice every week on: \n\nTuesdays at 5pm\nFridays at 12.30pm\n\nFor more information on how to join\, please email Andre at andre.smith@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mindfulness-meditation-2/2025-09-30/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250929T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250704T160929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164410Z
UID:10001619-1759150800-1759158000@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Foodcycle Stepney Green
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we welcome FoodCycle’s volunteers to use our kitchen and our cafe area to provide a delicious hot lunch.  This is open to anyone living with HIV across London. By cooking with surplus ingredients\, they promote healthy\, sustainable attitudes towards food and its impact on the environment\, and help people to learn more about healthy food. \nLunch is usually served shortly after 1pm.  Lunch is served to your table by FoodCycle volunteers\, so you’ll need to arrive by 1pm. \nFor more information\, visit FoodCycle Stepney Green If you’d like to come along\, contact FoodCycle stepneygreen@foodcycle.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/foodcycle-stepney-green-2/2025-09-29/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250926T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20241007T173547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164135Z
UID:10001097-1758889800-1758891600@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness meditation
DESCRIPTION:Everybody needs a little time away from the everyday stresses and strains of life. Twice a week\, Andre Smith – Positive East’s Counselling Co-ordinator – leads a 30 minute online mindfulness meditation session. \nThese usually run twice every week on: \n\nTuesdays at 5pm\nFridays at 12.30pm\n\nFor more information on how to join\, please email Andre at andre.smith@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-09-26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205451
CREATED:20250811T130322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T130323Z
UID:10003835-1758736800-1758744000@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Women's Group: What Women Want
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re delighted to welcome back Rebecca Mbewe – mentor\, speaker and trainer with long standing experience of working in HIV and lived experience of living well with HIV for over 20 years – to guest host our session about What Women Want. \nOur Women’s Group is a regular social and support group for women living with HIV who either live in East London or if you get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meet on the 4th Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, let us know in advance. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Sarah.Boum-Enock by email on sarah.boum-enock@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9341
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/womens-group-what-women-want/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20250226T161955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193049Z
UID:10003200-1758731400-1758735000@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ear Acupuncture
DESCRIPTION:Ear acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine that involves very fine needles being placed in various points of your outer ear. Many people have found it can help with a variety of health issues\, include sleep\, pain management\, nausea and stomach problems\, relieving stress and anxiety. \nThe sessions are led by Truus Jansen. They are informal sessions which take place in a group environment. You don’t currently need to book\, although it’s helpful if you can let us know in advance that you intend to come along as the sessions could become very popular. As you need to sit quietly once the treatment has begun for around half an hour\, the last admittance to the session is 5.15 pm \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/ear-acupuncture-2/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Positive East\, 159 Mile End Road\, London\, E1 4AQ\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20250207T132548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T140637Z
UID:10003626-1758729600-1758736800@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Gym Induction for new gym users
DESCRIPTION:Did you know we have a fully equipped spacious gym on our lower ground floor\, with changing rooms\, showers and lockers.  It’s free\, friendly\, fun\, and the perfect way to start your way to a fitter\, healthier you. \nTo use the gym\, you need to be eligible (living or getting your HIV care in East London)\, and have registered to use our services. Also\, it’s essential that you first have an induction session to assess your needs and show you how to use the equipment safely and effectively. \nInduction sessions are usually on the last Wednesday of each month\, at 4pm and 5pm.  If you’ve previously had a gym induction but it was a while ago\, or just want a refresher\, you can book for these too. You also need to bring suitable exercise clothing to wear for your induction\, or you won’t be able to have your induction. \nContact our Reception on our main number 020 7791 2855 to book your induction.
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/gym-induction-for-new-gym-users-3/2025-09-24/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T151500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20250704T161136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T153009Z
UID:10001879-1758726900-1758729600@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Qigong Exercise
DESCRIPTION:Qigong\, pronounced “chi gong\,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body\, mind\, and spirit\, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. \nThe sessions are led by Truus Jansen. They are informal sessions\, so you don’t currently need to book\, although it’s helpful if you can let us know in advance that you intend to come along as the sessions could become very popular.  You’re advised to wear loose comfortable clothing. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/qigong-exercise-2/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Positive East\, 159 Mile End Road\, London\, E1 4AQ\, United Kingdom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20250812T121444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T131329Z
UID:10003895-1758650400-1758657600@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Stigma and Empowerment Workshops -Series of 4
DESCRIPTION:Are you living with HIV and want to feel more confident and in control of your HIV status and develop new skills to live a more fulfilling and happier life? \nThis 4 part series of workshops has been very popular\, and has been updated and re-designed to be delivered online using Zoom – by popular request especially for those with busy lives.  The workshops will include: \n-Developing skills to live a life free of internalised stigma. \n– Examining what it means to live well with HIV \n-Getting to know more about HIV\, effective treatment and HIV transmission risks – including Undetectable Equals Untransmittable (U=U) \n– Exploring self-compassion and ways to build self-esteem and confidence \n– Discover opportunities to develop self-advocacy\, support networks and volunteering opportunities \nFor more information contact Mina Kakaiya mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9301 \nIf  data or lack of devices are a barrier to taking part\, please speak with us in well in advance \n  \nQuotes from previous participants \n“I have realised that I have more of a voice than I thought\, and thought I had lost it – but have it!.” \n“I have learned to accept and talk about my HIV now and to go at my pace\, its my journey”
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/stigma-and-empowerment-workshops-series-of-4/2025-09-23/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250923T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20241007T173823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T155745Z
UID:10001357-1758646800-1758648600@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness meditation
DESCRIPTION:Everybody needs a little time away from the everyday stresses and strains of life. Twice a week\, Andre Smith – Positive East’s Counselling Co-ordinator – leads a 30 minute online mindfulness meditation session. \nThese usually run twice every week on: \n\nTuesdays at 5pm\nFridays at 12.30pm\n\nFor more information on how to join\, please email Andre at andre.smith@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mindfulness-meditation-2/2025-09-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250922T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20250704T160929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164410Z
UID:10001618-1758546000-1758553200@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Foodcycle Stepney Green
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we welcome FoodCycle’s volunteers to use our kitchen and our cafe area to provide a delicious hot lunch.  This is open to anyone living with HIV across London. By cooking with surplus ingredients\, they promote healthy\, sustainable attitudes towards food and its impact on the environment\, and help people to learn more about healthy food. \nLunch is usually served shortly after 1pm.  Lunch is served to your table by FoodCycle volunteers\, so you’ll need to arrive by 1pm. \nFor more information\, visit FoodCycle Stepney Green If you’d like to come along\, contact FoodCycle stepneygreen@foodcycle.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/foodcycle-stepney-green-2/2025-09-22/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20250811T122158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T160658Z
UID:10003834-1758373200-1758380400@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Positive Over 50 and Together Group: V&A Storehouse\, Stratford
DESCRIPTION:This month\, our Positive Over 50 and Together Groups join forces for a joint outing to V&A Storehouse \nThe recently opened V&A Storehouse in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Stratford\, is a new kind of museum experience. It gives you a chance to see behind the scenes of a working museum\, explore why and how objects get collected by museums\, find out how they are cared for\, and uncover the stories they tell about us and our world. \nTogether is our social and support group for anyone living with HIV. This group is for you if you are HIV positive and either live in East London or get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meets on the second Wednesday evening of each month \nPositive Over 50 is our range of activities and services for people living with HIV who are 50 years of age and over.  There’s the regular lunch on the first Thursday of every month\, our new Befriending service\, our regular Wellbeing Matters information events\, plus our regular Positive Over 50 Out and About activities – with visits out to leisure and cultural venues. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, let us know in advance. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Mina.Kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9301
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/positive-over-50-and-together-group-va-storehouse/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250919T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20241007T173547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164135Z
UID:10001096-1758285000-1758286800@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness meditation
DESCRIPTION:Everybody needs a little time away from the everyday stresses and strains of life. Twice a week\, Andre Smith – Positive East’s Counselling Co-ordinator – leads a 30 minute online mindfulness meditation session. \nThese usually run twice every week on: \n\nTuesdays at 5pm\nFridays at 12.30pm\n\nFor more information on how to join\, please email Andre at andre.smith@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-09-19/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T205452
CREATED:20250812T111322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T111322Z
UID:10003836-1758132000-1758139200@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rainbow Men: Treatment Update
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Men is our social and support group for gay and bisexual men living with HIV\, including men who have sex with men but don’t identify as gay or bisexual. This group is for you if you are HIV positive and either live in East London or get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meets on the 3rd Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nThis month\, its an informal treatment update with a leading HIV clinician (to be confirmed). It will be an opportunity to ask questions about  HIV treatment or sexual health care – anything from long-acting injectable HIV treatment\, to gonorrhea vaccines. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, please let us know in advance. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact jack.summerside@positiveeast.org.uk \n 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/rainbow-men-treatment-update/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T173000
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SUMMARY:Ear Acupuncture
DESCRIPTION:Ear acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine that involves very fine needles being placed in various points of your outer ear. Many people have found it can help with a variety of health issues\, include sleep\, pain management\, nausea and stomach problems\, relieving stress and anxiety. \nThe sessions are led by Truus Jansen. They are informal sessions which take place in a group environment. You don’t currently need to book\, although it’s helpful if you can let us know in advance that you intend to come along as the sessions could become very popular. As you need to sit quietly once the treatment has begun for around half an hour\, the last admittance to the session is 5.15 pm \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/ear-acupuncture-2/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Positive East\, 159 Mile End Road\, London\, E1 4AQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Qigong Exercise
DESCRIPTION:Qigong\, pronounced “chi gong\,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body\, mind\, and spirit\, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. \nThe sessions are led by Truus Jansen. They are informal sessions\, so you don’t currently need to book\, although it’s helpful if you can let us know in advance that you intend to come along as the sessions could become very popular.  You’re advised to wear loose comfortable clothing. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/qigong-exercise-2/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Positive East\, 159 Mile End Road\, London\, E1 4AQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Stigma and Empowerment Workshops -Series of 4
DESCRIPTION:Are you living with HIV and want to feel more confident and in control of your HIV status and develop new skills to live a more fulfilling and happier life? \nThis 4 part series of workshops has been very popular\, and has been updated and re-designed to be delivered online using Zoom – by popular request especially for those with busy lives.  The workshops will include: \n-Developing skills to live a life free of internalised stigma. \n– Examining what it means to live well with HIV \n-Getting to know more about HIV\, effective treatment and HIV transmission risks – including Undetectable Equals Untransmittable (U=U) \n– Exploring self-compassion and ways to build self-esteem and confidence \n– Discover opportunities to develop self-advocacy\, support networks and volunteering opportunities \nFor more information contact Mina Kakaiya mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9301 \nIf  data or lack of devices are a barrier to taking part\, please speak with us in well in advance \n  \nQuotes from previous participants \n“I have realised that I have more of a voice than I thought\, and thought I had lost it – but have it!.” \n“I have learned to accept and talk about my HIV now and to go at my pace\, its my journey”
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/stigma-and-empowerment-workshops-series-of-4/2025-09-16/
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness meditation
DESCRIPTION:Everybody needs a little time away from the everyday stresses and strains of life. Twice a week\, Andre Smith – Positive East’s Counselling Co-ordinator – leads a 30 minute online mindfulness meditation session. \nThese usually run twice every week on: \n\nTuesdays at 5pm\nFridays at 12.30pm\n\nFor more information on how to join\, please email Andre at andre.smith@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mindfulness-meditation-2/2025-09-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250915T150000
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SUMMARY:Foodcycle Stepney Green
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we welcome FoodCycle’s volunteers to use our kitchen and our cafe area to provide a delicious hot lunch.  This is open to anyone living with HIV across London. By cooking with surplus ingredients\, they promote healthy\, sustainable attitudes towards food and its impact on the environment\, and help people to learn more about healthy food. \nLunch is usually served shortly after 1pm.  Lunch is served to your table by FoodCycle volunteers\, so you’ll need to arrive by 1pm. \nFor more information\, visit FoodCycle Stepney Green If you’d like to come along\, contact FoodCycle stepneygreen@foodcycle.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/foodcycle-stepney-green-2/2025-09-15/
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Community Weekend at Positive East
DESCRIPTION:Positive East is taking part in this year’s Mayor’s Community Weekend\, and you’re warmly invited to come along and join our celebration event on Saturday 13th September from 11am to 3pm. \nThe event is open to anyone registered to use our services\, or eligible to\, but also to those involved in HIV care and support across NE London.  It’s also open to current Food Chain Eating Together clients. The theme of the Mayor’s Community Weekend is for communities to come together and celebrate London. \nDoors open at 10\,45. The day will include: \n\n11am – Movement workshop with Joshua Royal\n12 Noon – Sound Bath with Linda Cremin\n1pm – A delicious freshly cooked lunch provided by Food Chain\n2pm – A ‘London memory’ themed art workshop with Hera Santos\n\nThroughout the day there’ll be opportunities to learn more about our emotional and mental health support services \nThis event is supported by The National Lottery Community Fund and the Mayor of London\, as part of the Mayor’s Community Weekend 2025. \nIf travel costs are an obstacle to you coming along\, get in touch with any of the health and wellbeing staff\, or email talk2me@positiveeast.org.uk \nChildren are welcome\, but must remain under your supervision at all times
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mayors-community-weekend-at-positive-east/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250912T130000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness meditation
DESCRIPTION:Everybody needs a little time away from the everyday stresses and strains of life. Twice a week\, Andre Smith – Positive East’s Counselling Co-ordinator – leads a 30 minute online mindfulness meditation session. \nThese usually run twice every week on: \n\nTuesdays at 5pm\nFridays at 12.30pm\n\nFor more information on how to join\, please email Andre at andre.smith@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-09-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T200000
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SUMMARY:Together Group - See Saturday 20th September
DESCRIPTION:There’s no Wednesday evening meeting of the Together Group this month\, as its joining up with Positive Over 50 for a Saturday trip out to the fascinating V&A Storehouse \n 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/together-group-see-saturday-20th-september/
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