Communities

Communities

A collection of freelance-first communities, where you can meet fellow freelancers, ask questions, get support, find work, resources,content and more.

Many communities are sector or capability specific, some are more general to all freelancers. We've tried to categorise the communities where we can, and list whether they're entirely free or have some paid offerings.

We prioritise communities which are UK focused, but have included a few global communities where they have strong UK memberships.

Remember, not every community will be right for you, and you might find it's useful to be a member of more than one community - or that you get different benefits from different groups of people.

You might also like this useful guide on why finding a community is so important.

If you'd like your community added to the list, please let us know.

Name
Great For
Paid?
Workstyle
Powered by The Hoxby Foundation, we believe in the transformational force of workstyle to refresh the world of work, changing all lives for the better
Great for: Anyone who is exploring different models of working
Reddit /r/freelanceruk
Reddit's subreddit dedicated to freelancing in the UK
Great for: General freelancing
Portfolio Collective
Our 11,000+ members empower and energise one another at every step of their portfolio careers.
Great for: Fractionals and Portfolio Career builders
Outside Perspective
A community for freelancing strategy people
Great for: Strategists
No.1 Freelance Media Women
A place for female freelance journalists to help each other, offer support and source case studies or experts for their articles/reports.
Great for: Journalists
Nairn Freelancer Network
Step outside your home-working environment and engage with like-minded professionals in Nairn and the surrounding area.
Great for: General Freelancers
Freelancing for Good
A community for freelancers who are passionate about making a positive impact.
Great for: Charity and Purpose led
The Society of Freelance Journalists
A global community for freelance journalists. We offer advice, moral support, learning and job opportunities for journalists whose main source of income is self-employment.
Great for: Journalists
Freelancers Unite! UK
A 14K+ community group for freelancers, the self-employed and small businesses.
Great for: General freelancers
The Freelance Tea Room
A cosy little part of the internet, where creative freelancers can connect, collaborate, and share their creations!
Great for: Creative Production Freelancers
Freelance Business Lounge
Community and Courses hosted by Freelance Coach Emma Cossey
Great for: General freelancing
Freelance Business Community EU
Supporting and connecting the freelance ecosystem
Great for: European Freelancers
Freelance Fightback
A freelance-only space to review and discuss client behaviours, to connect, share work and experience, and support one-another.
Great for: Creative Industry Freelancers
Doing it for the Kids
For freelance parents trying to make flexible working work.
Great for: Freelancing Parents
Digital Marketing Union
The shared society of exceptional solo marketers
Great for: Digital Marketing Specialists
Creative Freelancers UK (IPSE)
For UK freelancers from all creative industries to join in discussions, network, share ideas & thoughts, and have a general chit-chat!
Great for: Creative Industries
Clear Connect Network
Offers dedicated advice, education, and opportunities tailored for Black Freelancers and Creatives in the UK.
Great for: Black Freelancers and Creatives
blkbk
A global non-profit community of experienced freelance designers, developers, illustrators, strategists and makers.
Great for: Designers
Being Freelance
Freelancers share together - you're not alone being freelance.
Great for: General Freelancers

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