Prepare to be entertained as Gilded Balloon proudly presents the UK's longest-running stand up comedy newcomer competition at THE CAMDEN HEAD! This marks the exciting debut of FOCUS at a comedy event, so don't miss out on this unique opportunity to witness some of Britain's freshest comedic talents. Snag your tickets now to support these... Read More
Join us on an exhilarating journey through the beating heart of London as we embark on the FOCUS Walk: King's Cross 2 Camden Market, where we will delve into the captivating fusion of history, culture, and modernity of this iconic area. Our adventure will begin with a leisurely stroll around two of London's most renowned... Read More
Immerse yourself in a captivating journey beneath the waves with FOCUS at the London Aquarium! This exclusive event, reserved solely for FOCUS members, is generously sponsored by ASL American School in London. Why attend? Embark on a mesmerising 1.5-hour tour through the London Aquarium. After the tour, unwind and socialise with fellow FOCUS members, as... Read More
Come and join FOCUS for an exhilarating evening at the Ace Cafe's annual Hot Rod Night - Spring Riot on Wednesday, 1st May 2024! Prepare to ignite your engines and groove to the rhythm as we commemorate significant milestones in the history of hot rods and drag racing. Whether you're a devoted enthusiast of vintage... Read More
Join us for the grand finale of the season as FOCUS presents the highly anticipated third opera performance of the year! Following the resounding success of our previous events, we're thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to FOCUS members for another unforgettable evening of culture and music. Hear six brand-new short operas created by RCM... Read More
Exciting news – the Very British Picnic is happening again, and this time we're taking it to Haggerston Park! It's going to be a potluck picnic, which means everyone pitches in by bringing a dish to share. If you're not familiar with potluck, it's basically a big meal where everyone brings something yummy to contribute.... Read More
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I cannot imagine what our life would be without the support and assistance from FOCUS. As a new member, I am also looking forward to attending all the workshops and events to continue my great experience with FOCUS and help myself to be more “local”. We were so lucky, as FOCUS provided us a 360-degree…
I recommend this programme (the Career Development Programme) not only for the job seekers but for any who want to learn about work experience. In addition to the programme, FOCUS has one of the best guides I have ever seen: Working in the UK – a key guide for working in the UK. During the…
I discovered FOCUS when I decided to return to work after a break. My friend talked to me about the Career Development Workshop… .I was lucky to find a group of friendly and supportive members to share my experience and ideas. At the end, I felt encouraged and more confident about what I wanted to…
I joined FOCUS right after I arrived in London. We were able to meet many people from around the world, exchange experiences and thoughts, and receive lots of suggestions in answer to all of our queries. This all certainly helped us to settle down. The FOCUS team also helped me understand the job market, property market…
The FOCUS team is very skilled at connecting people attending their events, giving tips on personal interests or even an organization we might have in common. I became friends with one of my work colleagues from a different department that I would have not met otherwise. FOCUS has been part of my second journey in…
FOCUS has been the best thing that happened to us in our first 100 days in London. Cultural activities, networking events and seminars helped us to speed up the process of integration into the UK culture. Raffaella found extremely helpful the Career Development Programme that supported her in a new phase of her career. We…
From the start, FOCUS has provided real-time insights to help me navigate the transition like a local. Within the first two months, I had great recommendations on childcare, beauty, doctors, opportunity to preview art shows, and even got a behind-the-scenes tour of Wimbledon! I was worried I’d be silo’d in my tech industry job, but…
While helping us navigate a new culture, Focus also introduced us to some of our dearest friends, making England quickly feel like home. I still love to pop in for their great events from time to time, as it is a always a fun way to meet new people and to continue learning about this…
FOCUS is a friendly guiding hand making you feel welcome and introducing you to new experiences. My husband and I recently moved to London from the US and adjusting to our new life was better with FOCUS because the amenities they offer including informative seminars, fun events and social gatherings – we especially loved the…