Upcoming Events & Training

Find details of all upcoming Alliance events and training courses. We also advertise events on behalf of our members and other events of interest to the Scottish international development sector.

Previous Events & Training

Find summaries, resources, pictures, videos and much more from previous Alliance events and training courses.

Scottish Fair Trade Campaigner Conference 2017

2nd September 2017, 10:30 to 13:00

The conference will feature various keynote speakers who will cover a range of different topics addressing the theme of this years conference 'Fair Trade in Context: Challenges and Opportunities'

Young Citizen Advocates events

9th June 2017 (all day) - 31st October 2017 (all day)

IDEAS is extending our work in schools to stage a series of major events directly geared towards young people and increasing their participation in local and global change.

KWISA: Introduction into Young Women in Leadership Training

26th August 2017, 09:00 to 16:00

KWISA are calling on young women of African descent in Scotland between the ages of 16-40 years for an introduction to leadership training on the 26th August 2017.

Pedal for Scotland 2017

10th September 2017 (all day)

A joint cycling team from The Mamie Martin and Soko Funds will ride in Pedal for Scotland 2017 to fundraise for girls' education in Malawi.

Towards Global Citizenship: Taking forward system-wide global health engagement

15th September 2017 (all day)

Global Citizenship is the title of the Scottish Government's new International Development Strategy. This conference will explore the questions of how this should be best displayed in the Scottish health service.

Ethnic Minority Women’s Network We Want To Hear Your Voice On “Violence Against Women!”

20th September 2017, 09:30 to 14:30

CEMVO Scotland has organised a series of events to develop an Ethnic Minority Women’s Network.

Edinburgh World Justice Festival

30th September 2017, 09:00 - 16th October 2017, 17:00

Join the fight for a fairer future with Edinburgh World Justice Festival. Events run from the 30th of September until the 16th of October, with the theme of ‘Creating Hope Through People Power’.

Design for Sustainability

15th October 2017 (all day)

The course provides you with the knowledge and confidence to take an active role in designing for sustainability, both professionally and personally, for small and large scale community projects.

Towards Global Citizenship: Taking forward system-wide global health engagement

15th September 2017, 08:30 to 17:00

Global Citizenship is the title of the Scottish Government's new International Development Strategy. This conference will explore the questions of how this should be best displayed in the Scottish health service.

Talk Action - Media Training, Edinburgh

7th November 2017, 10:00 to 16:00

Learn how to improve your communication and journalism skills to create positive media interest (national, local, specialist and social media) and gain public support.

Take One Action Film Festival

13th September 2017 (all day) - 24th September 2017 (all day)

The UK’s leading social change film festival celebrates its tenth edition with a powerful programme brimming with urgent, impassioned films about some of the most pressing issues of our time, from climate change to conflict resolution and EU immigration policy.

WHAT DOES OPEN BORDERS ACTUALLY MEAN?

18th September 2017, 19:00 to 21:30

An event by Global Justice Now Scotland

Having Difficult Conversations About Migration

17th September 2017, 15:00

A free event by Global Justice Now Scotland

SDGs Training for Multipliers

26th September 2017, 09:00 to 13:00

Gaia Education, SCVO and UNESCO GAP on ESD present SDGs Training for Multipliers. The purpose of the training is to engage participants in the vitally important conversation about how to accelerate the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the local and regional scale in ways that are carefully adapted to the bio-cultural uniqueness of each locality.

Edinburgh World Justice Festival launch

30th September 2017, 18:00 to 21:00

Come celebrate the movements and meet the people committed to world justice.

Building World Justice Today: The Power of Popular Movements

14th October 2017, 10:30 to 18:30

All day conference on how to mobilise for social change in the face of the new world order.

NFP Workshops

23rd October 2017, 12:00 to 14:30

Affordable training courses for charities, schools, associations and social enterprises

Changing Landscapes - Protecting the environment in a new Europe

6th November 2017, 09:00 to 19:30

This year’s conference will debate how to put people and planet central in these uncertain times for the EU, the UK and Scotland.

Organiser of Scotland's Diverse History: Scotland’s Muslims – Society, Politics and Identity

17th October 2017, 18:00 to 21:00

Minority Community considerations and discussions celebrating Scotland’s 2017 Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology.

Living by the Gun in Chad: Combatants, Impunity and State Formation

20th September 2017, 16:00

How do people live in a country that has experienced rebellions and state-organized repressions for decades, marked by routine forms of violence and impunity? Drawing on over ten years of fieldwork conducted in Chad, Marielle Debos (University of Paris Nanterre) explains how living by the gun has become both an acceptable form of political expression and an everyday occupation.

Film screening: Fire in the Blood

5th October 2017, 18:30 to 21:00

Fire in the Blood tells the little-known story of an unlikely alliance, fighting back against the pharmaceutical industry.

George Monbiot: Out of the Wreckage

20th October 2017, 18:30 to 21:30

What does the good life—and the good society—look like in the twenty-first century?

Scottish Government Small Grants Programme Information Day

10th October 2017, 10:00 to 13:00

Information session details for Scottish Government Small Grants Programme

Rainbow Turtle's Producer Visit & The Scottish Fair Trade Forum Awards

12th October 2017, 19:30 to 22:00

Rainbow Turtle and The Scottish Fair Trade Forum will be combining forces this year for an event incorporating a producer visit, a Fair Trade 3-course meal and the Scottish Fair Trade Forum's 5th Annual Awards.

Link Community Development - An Evening of Gin Tasting

16th November 2017, 18:00 to 00:00

Link is pleased to host a fabulous evening of gin tasting at Harry’s Bar, Randolph Place, on Thursday 16th November from 6pm.

Papua Merdeka: Towards Freedom in West Papua

2nd October 2017, 19:00 to 21:00

Benny Wenda, Nobel Peace nominee will talk about the West Papuan struggle for independence, and the 5 year plan to make merdeka (freedom) a reality.

Crossing boundaries for sustainability

3rd October 2017, 18:30

The University of Edinburgh invites you to join them for the Our Changing World Lecture, "Crossing boundaries for sustainability", with Michelle Brown.

Ceilidh for Education for South Sudan

7th October 2017, 19:00 to 23:00

Local people of all ages from diverse backgrounds come together once a year to support the event, which has a life-changing effect on the lives of young South Sudanese refugees. All funds raised by the ceilidh go towards educational programmes, run by self-help organisation MADEF.

Bond’s new online Theory of change course (suitable for those in Europe, Africa and Asia)

16th November 2017, 09:30 - 30th November 2017, 13:00

BOND created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London, are unable to take time away from the office or simply prefer online learning. As a member of Scotland’s International Development Alliance/CADA/Hub Cymru they are pleased to offer you a reduced price of £100 (over 30% discount on the standard price for small Bond members). To claim your discount use code UKA1 at the checkout.

Bond’s new online Theory of change course (suitable for those in Europe, Africa and the Americas)

17th January 2018, 14:00 - 31st October 2017, 17:30

BOND created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London, are unable to take time away from the office or simply prefer online learning. As a member of Scotland’s International Development Alliance/CADA/Hub Cymru they are pleased to offer you a reduced price of £100 (over 30% discount on the standard price for small Bond members). To claim your discount use code UKA1 at the checkout.

Ann Pettifor - "The Production of Money" by Jubilee Scotland

10th October 2017, 18:00 to 20:00

Leading political economist and one of the leaders of the Jubilee 2000 campaign, Ann Pettifor talks about her new book: “The Production of Money”.

Gender and Enslavement in Atlantic Africa Seminar and John Akomfrah Exhibition

1st November 2017, 16:00 to 19:30

This presentation both syntheses existing studies and draws on primary accounts to consider these two aspects of the enslavement of women for forced export from West Africa.

Sick of Corporate Greed: It’s time to put people before profit in the global drug industry

7th November 2017, 19:00 to 21:00

In spite of medical advances, millions of people around the world suffer and die from treatable conditions because they cannot afford to pay for expensive medicine.

Mellow Ability Launch Event

3rd November 2017, 10:30

Mellow Parenting is launching their new programme Mellow Ability with Minister for Childcare and Early Years, Mark McDonald MSP.

"What is the role of universities in international development?" by Glasgow Centre for International Development

15th November 2017, 15:00 to 18:00

The Glasgow Centre for International Development (GCID) are holding an interactive panel discussion to explore the role of the universities in international development.

Turcan Connell Charity Trustee Training in Glasgow

16th November 2017, 08:30 to 10:30

Turcan Connell are running a free induction and refresher course on charity trustee duties.

Turcan Connell Charity Trustee Training in Edinburgh

25th January 2018, 16:30 to 18:30

Turcan Connell are running a free induction and refresher course on charity trustee duties.

"Taking action on the SDGs across communities and schools" by Learning for Sustainability Scotland

6th November 2017, 10:30 to 15:00

Learning for Sustainability Scotland welcome anyone working in or with communities to explore how to effectively embed the Sustainable Development Goals into their work.

VIP Visitor - Diarmuid O’Neill, Senior Policy Advisor Civil Society, DFID

26th October 2017, 13:00

Diarmuid O’Neill, Senior Policy Advisor Civil Society, DFID is coming to meet with us in Hayweight House. We want to open up the meeting to a small get-together with refreshments. If you are interested in joining us, please register as quick as you can. Numbers are strictly limited and its ‘first come first served.’

VIP Visitor - Enoch Chisale, Link Community Development International

27th October 2017, 12:30

Enoch Chisale from Link Community Development International is coming to meet with us in Hayweight House. We are opening up the meeting to a small get-together with refreshments. If you are interested in joining us, please register as quick as you can. Numbers are strictly limited and its ‘first come first served.’

Public Attitudes to International Development in the UK and Funding for UK-based Development NGOs: Trends, Patterns and New Data

13th November 2017, 15:00 to 17:00

A gathering that will bring together three unique and novel pieces of research that explore this problem from three different angles, as well as an excellent audience to interrogate the findings.

Keynote St Andrew's Day Lecture: The New Scots: Immigrant Communities since c.1950

30th November 2017, 18:00 to 20:00

With special guest Professor Tom Devine. Part of the ‘Scotland’s Diverse History’ Series. Minority Community considerations and discussions celebrating Scotland’s 2017 Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology.

Scottish Government Malawi Development Programme Information Day

29th November 2017, 09:45 to 13:45

Information day for the 2018 Scottish Government Malawi Development Programme Information Day

UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report Launch - Scotland

29th November 2017, 17:00 to 19:00

The launch of UNESCO's 2017/18 Global Education Monitoring Report ‘Accountability in education: Meeting our commitments’.

Come and Sing - Fauré Requiem Music for Malawi by The Soko Fund

3rd February 2018, 14:00 to 19:00

Following on from the success of our 2017 Come and Sing, Music for Malawi is hosting Faure's Requiem on Saturday 3rd February 2018 at St Cuthbert's Church, Edinburgh. Last year, nearly £4000 was raised towards women's education in Malawi and we hope our 2018 Come and Sing will be just as successful.

CPG International Development and CPG Malawi Joint Event: 'Global Citizenship in the Scottish Health Service'

7th February 2018, 18:00

Scotland's International Development Alliance and Scotland Malawi Partnership are bringing together two Cross Party Groups on Malawi and International Development to explore Scotland's global health work and hear about actions taking place since the launch of the report: 'Global Citizenship in the Scottish Health Service: the value of international volunteering'.

Make Scotland Fossil Free: Divestment Training Day

20th January 2018, 10:30 to 16:30

Join the fight to free Scotland from its harmful investments and relationships with fossil fuel companies! This FREE training day is your opportunity to learn how to lobby your MP, MSP, Councillor or university on climate change and divestment. We'll be learning and putting into practice the best techniques, tricks and strategies to convince your top targets to get behind a clean energy future and divest funds from fossil fuels.

Management Training – Edinburgh

7th February 2018, 10:00 - 7th December 2017, 16:30

This is a leadership & management training for managers.

BOND's new Theory of Change course

17th January 2018, 14:00 - 31st January 2018, 17:30

BOND have created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London, are unable to take time away from the office or simply prefer online learning.

Bond’s new online Theory of change course

19th April 2018, 09:30 - 3rd May 2018, 13:00

BOND have created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London or internationally and are unable to take time away from the office.

Upcoming NFP Workshops - Bid Writing: Basics and Advanced

16th March 2018, 09:00 to 11:30

NFP is running affordable training courses for charities, schools, associations and social enterprises that can enhance your capacity in Bid Writing. Courses run all over the UK at two levels: Basics and Advanced skills.

Upcoming NFP Workshops - Bid Writing: Basics and Advanced

8th June 2018, 09:00 to 11:30

NFP is running affordable training courses for charities, schools, associations and social enterprises that can enhance your capacity in Bid Writing. Courses run all over the UK at two levels: Basics and Advanced skills.

Mary Robinson Masterclass - Glasgow Caledonian University

14th February 2018, 14:00 to 16:00

In Conversation with Mary Robinson on the 14th Feb 2018 from 2-4 pm at Glasgow Caledonian university.

Workshop for NGOs and social enterprises to get free legal support

15th March 2018, 12:00 to 14:00

An interactive workshop where you will have the opportunity to speak directly with lawyers about your organisation's legal needs. The workshop will also highlight the most common legal problems faced by charities and social enterprises and explain how legal research can help you with your advocacy.

The Blue Water Tea Party

18th March 2018, 13:30 to 16:30

A signpost International fundraising afternoon of tea and live jazz raising cash for Signpost International's Water Projects…

UN House Scotland - Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery Conditions

23rd March 2018, 10:00 to 17:00

United Nations House Scotland is organising a conference on ‘Human trafficking and modern slavery in Scotland’, sponsored by Christina McKelvie MSP. The aim of their event is to raise awareness and strengthen collaboration among Scotland’s public, private and third sector to break the chains of modern slavery.

Miles for Malawi - Cycle for girls’ education

6th May 2018, 08:30 to 11:00

The Mamie Martin Fund is teaming up with The Soko Fund to have some cycling fun and to raise funds for their important work.

Cross Party Group on International Development: Role of media and perceptions of aid in Scotland

24th April 2018, 18:00 to 20:00

On 24 April 2018 in Committee Room 6 at the Scottish Parliament, the Cross Party Group on International Development will bring together representatives from the media and the international development sector to discuss the role of the media and perceptions of aid and international development in Scotland.

Oikocredit drop in session

15th March 2018, 12:00 to 14:00

Oikocredit is a unique international co-operative and leading worldwide social impact investor with a 42-year track record. Join this event to find out more about Oikocredit and investing ethically.

Empowering Young African Women

17th March 2018, 12:30 to 16:30

KWISA has organised an event for young African women to address critical issues that affect the lives of African women across the world.

Scottish Fair Trade Nation Lecture 2018

30th April 2018, 18:00

Scottish Fair Trade Forum invites you to a lecture about Fair Trade Coffee with Ewan Reid, Director of Coffee at Glasgow-based, Matthew Algie.

Climate Justice Innovation Fund information session

29th May 2018, 10:00 to 12:00

An information session on the Climate Justice Innovation Fund (CJIF) that is open to any Scottish-based organisation, working in partnership with in-country partner(s), to support the delivery of climate justice-related projects which demonstrate innovation in the field.

Bond’s online Theory of change course

27th June 2018, 09:30 - 11th July 2018, 13:00

BOND have created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London or internationally and are unable to take time away from the office.

Through the eyes of refugees in Scotland - An Exhibition

21st June 2018 (all day)

'Through the eyes of refugees in Scotland' is an art exhibition that creates a platform for refugees in Scotland to share their voice.

Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders Awards

24th April 2018 (all day) - 12th June 2018 (all day)

Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders are the global awards for local peacebuilding. Awarded annually, they offer international recognition for grassroots peace activists in conflict-affected countries worldwide. Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders are inspiring individuals working together to build a better tomorrow in some of the world’s most fragile areas.

Sustainable Development Goals and You!

11th May 2018, 09:00 to 15:30

The aim of this conference is to enhance the practice of those working within Sustainable Development Goals and Learning for Sustainability across all forms of education.

Partnerships: strong evidence for practice - Institute for Global Health & Development, Queen Margaret University

29th May 2018, 13:00 to 17:00

How can practitioners and academics work in partnerships to build strong evidence for practice? Institute for Global Health & Development, Queen Margaret University, are organising this half-day conference which will bring together Scottish practitioners, policy makers and academics to learn from new research emerging from IGHD.

DEC Summer Reception - Engagement Event

26th June 2018, 18:30

Disasters Emergency Committee invites you to a Summer reception to thank you for your support for the Disasters Emergency Committee’s work over the past year.

The Development Studies Association meeting - University of Glasgow

1st June 2018, 10:00 to 17:45

The overall theme of this conference is Contemporary Approaches to Development Policy. The programme includes a keynote address by Dr Sandra Sequeira (London School of Economics), presentations and discussion relating to research on international development by established academics based in Scotland as well as by doctoral research students, and a Round Table on the subject of "The Future of Aid".

Leadership and Action in Global Health - Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

5th June 2018, 17:15 to 20:00

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow organises The President’s leadership lectures which are a series of events exploring the concept of modern leadership in the context of current and future challenges in healthcare. The first event in the series will focus on global health leadership.

Global Disability Summit, 24 July 2018

24th July 2018 (all day)

To galvanise the global effort to address disability inclusion in the poorest countries in the world and act as the start point for major change on this neglected issue, the UK will host a Global Disability Summit in July this year, at the London Olympic Park.

‘Edinburgh’s best-kept secrets’ Community Big Lunch - By Scottish Love in Action

1st June 2018, 12:00 to 14:00

Climate Action Now: Campaign Workshop & Film Screening Edinburgh

3rd June 2018, 14:00 to 16:30

This is a big year for tackling climate change in Scotland as the Scottish Government prepares to introduce a new Climate Bill. In 2017, over 19,000 members of the public supported our calls for an ambitious Bill with the policies for Scotland to do its share in limiting climate change. Join Stop Climate Chaos Scotland & Christian Aid for a workshop at the Grassmarket Community Project to share knowledge and plan action on the Bill.

Faith Links Conference

16th June 2018, 10:00 to 15:00

Scotland Malawi Partnership are delighted to invite you to register now for their next Faith Links Conference which will take place 16th of June in Edinburgh!

Just Festival 2018

3rd August 2018 (all day) - 26th August 2018 (all day)

Just Festival is Edinburgh's socially-conscious festival. The 2018 Just Festival Programme of Performing and Visual Arts, Conversations and Talks is now available!

Nelson Mandela Centenary - 18th July - Special Concert

18th July 2018, 19:30 to 21:30

Free concert to mark the Nelson Mandela Centenary taking place in Glasgow St. George's Tron church at 7.30pm on 18th July.

What is happening in Nicaragua?

10th July 2018, 17:00 to 19:00

Madelaine Caracas is a 20-year Nicaraguan activist who is travelling through Europe to denounce the Ortega massacre as part of an informational caravan of solidarity. Hear her speak about the situation in her country.

Mass Climate Lobby of the Scottish Parliament

19th September 2018, 10:30 to 15:00

Join people from across Scotland at the Scottish Parliament to ask your MSPs to push for a strong Climate Change Bill.

Sense Scotland's Festival of fun

28th July 2018, 11:00 to 16:00

Join Sense Scotland in Lochgelly for a fun and fully accessible day out for the whole family.

Power Walk with Christian Aid

25th August 2018, 09:30 to 15:00

Walk with Church of Scotland Moderator, Right Rev Susan Brown, around the UK’s largest onshore windfarm. Whether you take the three-mile or seven-mile route, you’ll hear powerful stories about the people who Christian Aid works with.

Government of Malawi Ministry of Gender Roundtable

7th August 2018, 10:00 to 12:00

Scotland Malawi Partnership invites members to attend a roundtable meeting with a senior delegation from the Government of Malawi, discussing gender, children, disability and social welfare.

New charity governance in Scotland

6th September 2018, 16:30 to 18:45

Turcan Connell and Standard Life Wealth are delighted to join forces to present a seminar for charity trustees, chief executives, finance officers and others involved in Scottish charities.

Every Girl Matters - a Panel Discussion

21st August 2018, 19:15

Join EMMS International at Just Festival for a short film screening of India’s Girl Child and a panel discussion with a focus on girls in Malawi, Zambia, Nepal and India.

Friends of the Earth Scotland's Autumn Activist Gathering

15th September 2018, 10:00 to 16:00

Join Friends of the Earth Scotland in Edinburgh for their Autumn Activist Gathering. Whether you’re new to activism or a seasoned campaigner, join us to help map the way ahead to a Fossil Free Scotland.

Fundraising Ceilidh for Friends of The Earth & Refugee Survival Trust

20th October 2018, 19:00 to 00:00

Ceilidh Collective are raising funds for Refugee Survival Trust and Friends of the Earth Scotland in an evening of twirling dancing, soaring music and hearty companionship. Saturday 20 October 2018 at Greyfriars Kirk.

Screening of "Hippocratic: 18 Experiments in Gently Shaking the World"

8th October 2018, 18:00 to 20:30

Join EMMS International for the Scottish premier screening of "Hippocratic:18 Experiments in Gently Shaking the World", a must-see documentary for all those interested in the power of the human spirit, human rights and social justice.

International Development Small Grants Programme information session

7th September 2018, 10:00 to 13:00

Corra Foundation are organising an information session is for International Development Organisations based in Scotland who are looking to apply for funding through the Scottish Government’s International Development Small Grants Programme.

Disasters Emergency Committee, Scotland - Are you a community champion?

16th August 2018, 18:00 to 21:00

Come along to this free event to hear more about the Disaster Emergency Committee and their plans for community champions.

Nelson Mandela Centenary Gala Dinner

24th August 2018, 18:30 to 00:30

The Nelson Mandela Scottish Memorial Foundation is holding a fundraising gala dinner to celebrate the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela in this centenary year of his birth, and to raise funds both for a permanent memorial in Nelson Mandela Place, Glasgow and for the educational activities which the statue is designed to promote.

Scottish Fair Trade Campaigner Conference 2018

8th September 2018, 12:00 to 16:30

The 2018 Scottish Fair Trade Campaigner Conference will take place on Saturday 8 September 2018 at Gracefield Arts Centre, Dumfries. The year's conference will focus on partnerships for Fair Trade.

Mamie Martin Fund AGM and 25th Birthday Celebration

7th September 2018, 16:30 to 19:30

Join The Mamie Martin Fund's Annual General Meeting on Friday, September 7th. The special guest for the day will be the Mamie Martin Fund Manager in Malawi Mrs Mercy Sibande, who is, courtesy of a Scottish Government grant, in Scotland for the September meeting.

CPG on International Development: Climate Justice - Why the Climate Bill must be bold

26th September 2018, 13:00

On 26 September 2018, the Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on International Development is welcoming people from across the world to comment on how Climate Change is affecting their country and why urgent and bold action is needed from high-emitting countries like Scotland.

Book Launch: Who's Reporting Africa Now?

17th October 2018, 16:00

A seminar looking at the University of Edinburgh's Dr Kate Wright's new book - Who's Reporting Africa Now?

Just Water - Scotland's role in climate justice and water management in Malawi

28th September 2018, 16:00

Water Witness International are co-organising this exciting event as part of the Edinburgh World Justice Festival.

Mellow Parenting information session on Mellow Ready

20th September 2018, 14:00 to 16:00

Mellow Parenting are hosting a free, open information session on Mellow Ready: a 10-week programme for young people aged between 14 and 18, our parents of the future.

Navigating fragility: lessons from health system research and practice - IGHD

5th October 2018, 11:00 to 15:30

The Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD), at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh are having a workshop where Professor Alastair Ager (Director of IGHD), Professor Sophie Witter and other speakers from Sierra Leone, will be presenting insights into health systems and fragility.

Humanitarian #MeToo Event - The University of Edinburgh

8th October 2018, 16:15 to 18:15

The UK Select Committee on International Development has found that sexual exploitation and abuse is endemic in the aid sector. The University of Edinburgh will host an expert panel to discuss this topic in an evening event open to practitioners and members of the public, as well as university staff and students across all disciplines.

Reimagining the Economy - Jubilee Scotland & Edinburgh World Justice Festival

29th September 2018, 09:45 to 17:30

Reimagining the economy brings together thinkers, activists, politicians and citizens to explore the huge range of options available to us to take action at a global and local level, to create an economy that puts people first.

Past Events

29th September 2018, 09:45 to 17:30

Descriptions, resources, links and photos from past events.

Global Palliative Care Day: Healing the Nations; Leaving None Behind

29th November 2018, 09:00 to 16:00

The University of Edinburgh, Cairdeas International Palliative Care Trust and the International Children’s Palliative Care Network invite you to a global palliative care day on Thursday, November 29th.

Closing Years of the British Empire in Africa - Friends of Chitambo

18th October 2018, 13:00

Alliance members Friends of Chitambo are pleased to invite you to a talk and networking lunch with author Callum Christie exploring the closing years of the British Empire in Africa.

Glasgow Autumn Charity Governance and Finance Seminar - Turcan Connell

6th November 2018, 08:30 to 10:30

Turcan Connell and Hardie Caldwell are delighted to join forces to present a seminar for charity trustees, chief executives, finance officers and others involved in Scottish charities.

Scotland's national review on the SDGs

16th October 2018, 13:00 to 16:00

Join Scotland’s Sustainable Development Goals Network (hosted by SCVO), Glasgow Caledonian University and the Scottish Government to hear an update on the UK and Scottish Government’s plans to submit a Voluntary National Review on SDG progress to the UN in July 2019 and play your part in shaping the engagement process and content.

Water stewardship in Africa - Water Witness International & the Alliance for Water Stewardship

29th October 2018, 17:30 to 19:30

Showcasing Scottish contributions to climate resilient and pro-poor growth.

Christmas Carol Concert - Feed the Minds

12th December 2018, 19:00 to 21:00

Join Feed the Minds for a magical evening in Edinburgh of classic singalong carols and beautiful performances by the joyful Edinburgh Telephone Choir. All profits will support Feed the Minds’ work overseas, helping people living in some of the poorest communities around the world to rebuild their lives.

Climate Justice Knowledge Exchange Event

30th November 2018, 09:30 to 15:00

This first Climate Justice Education Knowledge Exchange Event is an opportunity for teachers, policy makers, academics, activists and learners who have an interest in climate justice education to come together in a friendly environment to share their perspectives and to engage in conversation on the future of climate justice and sustainability across the education sector.

Christmas Carols - Feed the Minds

13th December 2018, 19:00 to 21:00

Come along to this magical carol concert in the enchanting setting of Wellington Church in Glasgow. The concert includes a mix of singalong carols and stunning choral performances by the Scottish Opera Community Choir to get everyone into the festive spirit.

CPG on Malawi- Scotland Malawi Partnership

22nd November 2018, 18:00 to 20:00

This CPG will discuss the major Malawi Scotland Conference in September, with a visiting Malawian Human Rights Defender speaking on Albinism

Edinburgh & Lothian Fair Trade Information & Networking Session - Scottish Fair Trade Forum

26th November 2018, 18:00 to 20:00

The Scottish Fair Trade Forum is facilitating a meeting for any organisation or person in the Edinburgh & Lothian area with an interest in Fair Trade - whether you are a school, faith group, business, not-for-profit organisation, charity, established Fair Trade group, or just someone who’d like to know more.

Coffee That Cares Acoustic Night - Signpost International

17th November 2018, 19:00

Join Signpost International for a chilled acoustic night at Henry's Coffee House in Dundee to celebrate the launch of #coffeethatcares!

Wild Namibia Photo Exhibition - Friends of Chitambo

24th November 2018, 12:00 to 14:00

Alliance members Friends of Chitambo warmly invites you to join them for this special fundraising event in Penicuik.

Webinar on new report on use of translation and interpretation in development NGOs

6th December 2018, 14:00

Join this free webinar on a new report on the use of translation and interpretation in development NGOs published by The Universities of Portsmouth and Reading, in partnership with INTRAC.

Visions for Change: Spotlight on palm oil - University of Edinburgh

26th February 2019, 18:00

This event run in collaboration with the Global Academy of Agriculture and Food Security will be part of the Department For Social Responsibility And Sustainability’s Visions for Change series.

Further and Higher Education Forum - Scotland Malawi Partnership

29th November 2018, 14:00 to 17:00

SMP invite members with Further Education or Higher Education (FEHE) links to take part in a discussion chaired by Dr Yonah Matemba of the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and guest speaker Mostafa Al-Mossallami from DFID.

UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report Launch Scotland

22nd November 2018, 17:30

UN House Scotland are hosting the Scottish launch of UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring report- Migration, Displacement and Education: Building Bridges not Walls.

Webinar on Bridge 47 Partnerships

5th December 2018, 14:00

The Bridge 47 Partnerships Team will lead a webinar on the gains we are making in developing partnerships and the lessons we are learning on how to develop GCE partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders including private sector, parliamentarians, government entities, academia and more.

World Forum on Climate Justice - GCU

19th June 2019 (all day) - 21st June 2019 (all day)

This inaugural World Forum on Climate Justice will bring together leading civil society groups, academics, business representatives, members of the public, and policymakers to foster new thinking and explore pressing topics in climate justice advocacy, research, policy and practice as we adapt to reach the 1.5°C goal.

Megatrends in development: the role of health and education

3rd December 2018, 13:15

As part of the Global Health Academy Special Lecture Series 2018, Mark Dybul will give the talk ‘Megatrends in development: the role of health and education’.

Psychosocial Interventions for Displaced Populations - IGHD

25th February 2019 (all day) - 5th April 2019 (all day)

This online course reviews recent developments in the field of psychosocial programming in humanitarian contexts and examines the evidence-base for effective, quality programming.

Wee Box 6K Family Fun Run with SCIAF

4th May 2019, 10:00 to 16:00

Whether you’re old or young, running or walking, with family, friends or going solo, SCIAF’s Wee Box 6K Family Fun Run can help raise money so the poorest can survive and thrive.

Book Café- Scottish Love in Action

2nd March 2019, 10:30 to 14:30

Come and browse a great selection of books and support Scottish Love in Action's work.

Scotland Malawi Partnership Youth Congress 2019

28th February 2019 (all day)

The 2019 Youth Congress will be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the heritage and cultural links between young people in Scotland and Malawi.

Power of Community Summit, Climate Change and Consciousness - Global Ecovillage Network

1st February 2019 (all day) - 10th February 2019 (all day)

The Summit takes place online in your home. From Feb 1-10, 2019 you will receive an email every day with links to the respective interviews.

Auction of Promises - Mamie Martin Fund

17th January 2019 (all day) - 1st February 2019 (all day)

Proceeds from this auction of promises will support girls in secondary schools in North Malawi.

Open conversation event: Equalities and the Sustainable Development Goals

27th February 2019, 10:00 to 16:00

Join this open conversation event about Equalities and the SDGs in Edinburgh on 27 of February.

Film Screening: Mishwar's Children

9th February 2019, 19:00 to 22:00

Charities Music Broth and Mishwar have joined up to raise funds to support young people in their communities by organising a film screening of a documentary on the life in Lebanese Refugee camps for young people.

The Discovery Tea Party - Signpost International

10th March 2019, 13:30 to 16:30

Afternoon Tea & Live Jazz Fundraiser in Dundee for Signpost International.

Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow: The Legacy of David Livingstone

14th March 2019, 12:30

Join Friends of Chitambo for this unique fundraising event at the Lister Learning and Teaching Centre, University of Edinburgh.

CBM Scotland presents: Cairo to Cape Town – an evening with Mark Beaumont

29th April 2019, 19:00 to 21:00

Mark Beaumont will share the story of his 10,000 Km world record ride from Cairo to Cape Town. The aim of the evening is to raise funds for both CBM and the Arclight Tandem Africa Project.

IPCC & ClimateXChange - Climate change action in small countries and regions

3rd April 2019, 18:00 to 20:00

In early April global experts are meeting in Edinburgh as part of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) work on reducing the rate of climate change.

Dulzaina and Organ Concert- Edinburgh Direct Aid

28th April 2019, 19:00 to 21:00

This concert is being put on to raise funds for Edinburgh Direct Aid. The charity works for Syrian refugees in Lebanon who are experiencing the worst winter storms in a decade (Storm Norma).

Climate Rally - we're running out of time!

2nd April 2019, 12:30

Join Christian Aid, Friends of the Earth, Oxfam and WWF Scotland as the Scottish Parliament debates Scotland's Climate Bill for the first time. Together, we will show politicians our support for ambitious, urgent climate action.

Pan-Commonwealth Forum on Open Learning (PCF9)

9th September 2019 (all day) - 12th September 2019, 23:59

Join over 500 thought leaders, practitioners and policy makers from across the Commonwealth and beyond at the world's leading international conference on education and technology-enabled learning.

Scotland Malawi Partnership's Higher and Further Education-Led Health Partnerships Meeting

1st May 2019, 15:30

The SMP is hosting a meeting looking at coordination and collaboration between Scotland’s Higher Education and Further Education led health projects with Malawi.

Cross Party Group on Malawi

1st May 2019, 18:30 to 20:30

The next meeting of the Cross Party Group (CPG) on Malawi.

Business benefits of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

22nd May 2019, 10:00 to 15:00

Despite growing awareness and interest in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) there are few academic or professional courses that provide commercially-focused pragmatic training on the business opportunities to be derived from the Global Goals. We aim to address that gap by offering a unique masterclass, delivered in partnership with UNDP and Scottish Government, that will provide you with the knowledge and tools to determine the role your organisation can play to support the achievement of the UN SDGs.

Good humanitarians? A look at the Scottish Government's Humanitarian Emergency Fund

29th May 2019, 18:00 to 20:00

This meeting of the Cross Party Group on International Development will give attendees a chance to hear about the work of members of Scotland’s Humanitarian Emergency Fund (HEF), as it enters its third year of operation.

Malawian Language and Culture Workshops - Beginners' Course

14th May 2019, 18:00 - 28th May 2019, 19:30

This beginners’ course is ideal for anyone who is starting right from scratch or wants to refresh their basic language skills. They’ll be covering introductions, basic cultural points, and useful language such as bartering and personal information. The lessons will be largely conversational helping you to feel confident in using what you learn outside of the classroom.

Women in Business: a Path out of Poverty

11th June 2019, 19:00 to 21:00

Developing countries have often been hindered by aid that was intended to help. Government to government schemes conceived on the basis of mistaken economic assumptions, and donor driven international programmes have too frequently resulted in unsuitable infrastructures and a culture of dependency. How is this to be avoided? Recent thinking sets its sights on finding paths out of poverty that draw on the knowledge, energy and ingenuity of local people, and especially women. This panel focusses on the developmental potential of women in business and offers a unique opportunity to hear from the experience of two innovators in this field -- Liita Cairney of Kalitasha Ltd, and Isatou Njai of DrinkBaotic.

Honest Accounts: how the West steals Africa's wealth

12th June 2019, 19:00

Join Ghanaian economist Gyekye Tanoh for an honest, inside view of the ways Africa continues to be exploited and robbed by a global economic system rigged in favour of the rich, and with barely disguised continuing colonialism. Hear from Global Justice Now about our campaign work to address the global injustice of the UK government’s aid, trade and climate justice policies and the impact of those policies on the African continent – and how Scotland could do things differently.

2nd Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Yemen

20th June 2019, 10:30 to 19:00

The All Party Parliamentary Group for Yemen presents the 2nd Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Yemen, taking place on June 20th 2019. Parliamentarians, political leaders and charities from across Europe will convene in Edinburgh and Glasgow to address the war that continues unabated in Yemen.

Beyond Borders International Festival 2019

24th August 2019, 10:00 to 19:00

An eclectic festival full of debate, literature, exhibitions, film and music exploring the biggest issues of our time in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Alongside a programme of discussion and debate, the Walled Garden programme features music, yoga, storytelling and workshops. Enjoy food, drink and stimulating conversation in the tranquil grounds of Traquair House. Join the debate at the Beyond Borders International Festival.

Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) Heads of Mission Meeting

2nd July 2019, 14:45

Alliance members are invited to join a meeting of Foreign & Commonwealth Office Heads of Mission, with relevant academic staff at Glasgow University on 2 July, 14.45-16.00. The visiting Heads of Mission are in Scotland for a number of meetings and the FCO would like to offer them the chance to meet with a group of international NGOs based or represented in Scotland. The HOMs are being posted to the following destinations:

Alliance Photo Competition 2019!

1st June 2019 (all day) - 30th August 2019 (all day)

We are delighted to announce the return of the Alliance Photo Competition 2019 and to invite entries for this year’s theme ‘Sustainable development through the lens of gender’.

Rohingya: Health Issues around the Largest Refugee Crisis of the World in Recent Times

1st June 2019 (all day) - 30th August 2019 (all day)

Multiple outbreaks of unrest in the Rakhine State of Myanmar triggered large influxes of Rohingyas crossed into Bangladesh through the borders in Teknaf and Ukhia Upazilas of Coxs Bazar. More than 1000,000 (one million) Rohingyas crossed into Bangladesh in 2017 and are currently living in six makeshift settlements and refugee camps. The organisers will share our experiences from the front-line of this refugee crisis, where they have set up health camps both inside Bangladesh as well as in the no-man’s land, where very few organizations are allowed to operate

Gaia Education SDGs Training for Multipliers

9th September 2019, 10:00 to 17:00

The highly interactive and participatory training engages participants in progressive conversations about the local relevance of the SDGs – based on a set of SDGs Flashcards designed to help structure small group dialogues. By exploring the four dimensions of sustainability (social, ecological, economic and worldview) of each of the 17 SDGs in question-focused small group conversations, participants will collaborate in developing ideas and strategies for local and regional SDGs implementation through a series of demonstration projects. The flashcard based facilitation process will enable participants to replicate these community conversations about the SDGs in their government department, at the university, in schools, businesses, and community groups around the Edinburgh area.

The Global Implementation Conference

16th September 2019, 10:00

The Global Implementation Conference brings around 500 participants together to promote implementation science, practice, and policy and their active use in human services, in order to contribute to demonstrable and socially significant benefits to people and society.

Scottish Fair Trade Campaigner Conference

7th September 2019, 11:00 to 16:00

This event is a chance to:hear about the latest developments in the Fair Trade movement; meet fellow Fair Trade campaigners and businesses from across Scotland; find out more about the North Lanarkshire Fairtrade Zone campaign; find out how you/your group can campaign for Fair Trade.

Scottish Government Small Grants Programme 2020 - Information Session

11th September 2019, 09:30 to 12:00

The Scottish Government’s International Development Small Grants Programme 2020 has opened, offering organisations working in the field of international development a chance to apply for funding for aspects of their work. Corra Foundation will be holding an information day sharing the details of this funding window.

The Rohingya Crisis - What's happening now?

20th September 2019, 18:30 to 20:30

Amnesty International Edinburgh Central group are hosting a talk and round-table discussion on the current situation with the Rohingya refugee crisis, possible future pathways, and other issues relating to Myanmar.

Develop an advocacy strategy

11th September 2019, 09:30 to 17:30

Discover how you can develop and take forward an advocacy strategy that will bring meaningful change to your organisation or area of work.

Scotland Zambia Partnership - Fundraiser Event

21st September 2019, 18:30 to 23:00

Scotland Zambia Partnership (SCOZAP) is organising a fundraiser event, celebrating Scottish and Zambian food and music. The proceeds raised will contribute towards SCOZAP's work to reduce social inequalities and improve peoples’ life chances in Scotland and Zambia.

Cross Party Group on International Development: AGM & Networking Lunch

9th October 2019, 13:00

This meeting of the Cross Party Group on International Development will be relatively informal and give attendees a chance to network with other members and MSPs. Lunch will be provided.

'The far right ate our lunch' - a conversation with Walden Bello

2nd October 2019, 19:00 to 21:00

Walden Bello, co-founder and Executive Director of the activist think-tank Focus on the Global South and winner of the Right Livelihood Award (Alternative Nobel Peace Prize) 2003, has a new book out: 'Counter-revolution and the rise of the far right'. In an evening facilitated by Global Justice Now, hear him talk about the rise of the populist right across the world, and the co-opting of the anti-globalisation movement.

University of Strathclyde Speed-Dating Research Networking

11th October 2019, 10:00 to 13:00

In recognition of the mutual benefit of closer collaboration and sharing of expertise between academics and 3rd sector organisations in identifying aims, methods and pathways to impact for international development interventions, University of Strathclyde is warmly inviting you to a speed-dating event involving our researchers and non-academic organisations.

Postgraduate Education Workshop Invitation

11th November 2019, 13:30 - 5th December 2019, 16:30

The Edinburgh Futures Institute (EFI) will open in 2021, responding to the need for creative, connected and radical responses to a rapidly changing world. Central to the vision of the EFI is the co-creation of the curriculum with external partners that can have real-world impact by addressing challenges and issues faced in different sectors. Join EFI at their two-part workshop where you will learn about the exciting postgraduate programmes currently being created

CPG on International Development: The impact of business and trade on human rights

26th November 2019, 18:00

Big business has a massive role to play in tackling global poverty, but profit often comes first. What can be done?

DFID Webinar about preparing for Brexit

29th October 2019, 12:00 to 01:00

With Brexit approaching, the Department for International Development (DFID) is hosting a webinar for all international aid and development organisations.

Global Concerns Trust Global Gathering 2019

15th November 2019, 19:00 to 10:00

The Global Concerns Trust are hosting a Global Gathering 2019 at the Columcille Centre in Edinburgh on 15th October.

Christmas Carol Concert at Greyfriars Kirk

17th December 2019, 19:30

Celebrate Christmas at Feed the Minds’ magical carol concert in Edinburgh on Tuesday 17th December. It really is an unmissable event that will get you feeling festive and excited for the holidays.

Breaking the 4th Wall of Climate Mitigation: Guest Lecture

9th December 2019, 17:30

Breaking the 4th Wall of Climate Mitigation: Developing an Accountable Climate Justice Curriculum for Scottish Schools a guest lecture by Prof. Ali Watson and Bennett Collins will be held at Glasgow Caledonian University on Monday 9th December

Breaking the 4th Wall of Climate Migration: Developing an Accountable Climate Justice Curriculum for Scottish Schools

9th December 2019, 17:30

Breaking the 4th Wall of Climate Migration is a National Geographic-funded initiative of the Third Generation Project that seeks to combine digital storytelling and the climate crisis in the Horn of Africa into a six-week climate justice workshop series for Scottish Schools.

University of Edinburgh 2020 Environment & Society Research Mixer

29th January 2020, 13:45 to 16:30

An opportunity for students to share their own dissertation research ideas with academics and practitioners from different sectors, including international development. Academics and practitioners have the opportunity to share their sector knowledge and explore possible opportunities for collaboration with students (e.g. placements / dissertation support).

Book Launch: Public Alternative to the Privatisation of Life

28th January 2020, 15:30

Jubilee Scotland has the pleasure of hosting Dexter Whitfield (Director, European Services Strategy Unit) to speak about his exciting new book Public Alternative to the Privatisation of Life.The book sets out a radical agenda for decommodification, public ownership and provision, re-municipalisation, reconstructing democracy, public management and public investment.

Rethinking Private Financing of Scottish Public Projects

29th January 2020, 18:00 to 20:00

Jubilee Scotland would love to see you at their event “Rethinking Private Financing of Scottish Public Projects”, hosted at the Scottish Parliament (sponsored by Neil Findlay, MSP). All MSPs and a range of organisations have been invited to join the event. Jubilee Scotland will present findings from their report on private financing of public projects in Scotland.

Workshop: How to make your voice heard

29th February 2020, 10:00 to 12:30

How do you make sure your local politicians know what matters to you and your local community? Throughout 2019 Jubilee Scotland have been working on our campaign against Public Private Partnerships. Now, they want to share their findings in a workshop which will equip you to engage with local politicians and thereby have a say in the matters that affect your community. The workshops will give you life‐long skills that will enable you to engage with the work of local councils and MSPs.

The Gatherings

19th February 2020, 10:00 - 22nd February 2020, 13:00

Join Christian Aid at the Gatherings 2020 to explore how they respond to communities in crisis across the world. Christian Aid commit almost a third of their total income to our humanitarian work. Every year Christian Aid reaches millions of disaster-affected people. At the Gatherings 2020, find out how Christian Aid provide urgent, practical help in times of crisis and beyond.

Campaigner Training in Association with Oxfam and Christian Aid

18th January 2020, 12:30 to 16:30

Join Oxfam and Christian Aid for an afternoon of connection, inspiration and skills building, from grassroots mobilising to political lobbying. Combining panel sessions with hands-on workshops, this inclusive and welcoming event will offer opportunities to meet other campaigners, get to grips with the building blocks of developing an effective campaign and gain the confidence and encouragement to make a real difference.

Climate Justice and Water Security in Malawi and Nigeria

29th January 2020, 12:00

A warmer world with more frequent extreme flooding, droughts and unpredictable rainfall patterns will threaten access to water for the poorest and most vulnerable people across much of Sub-Saharan Africa. The need for climate justice and fair water management is vital to address this growing crisis. Join Glasgow Caledonian University for two presentations and Q&A on climate change and water security in Malawi and Nigeria by experts in this field.

Critical Global Citizenship Education for the Current Climate

24th February 2020, 09:15 to 15:30

This two day workshop from IDEAS (International Development Education Association Scotland) and Bridge 47 will enhance your understanding of Global Citizenship Education (GCE) and the critical perspectives around this field of study. Through interactive sessions this workshop will reflect on the current context, including the climate emergency and the run up to COP26, as a way of ensuring a balance between theoretical discussions and practical applications.

Working in International Development: Heading Humanitarian Projects

20th February 2020, 18:00 to 20:00

How can we ensure affected communities are part of any humanitarian response? Nick Guttmann, Head of Humanitarian at Christian Aid, discusses the importance and challenges of localisation in humanitarian responses and the challenges we face with the global climate emergency.

GCID and Christian Aid present Nick Guttmann

21st February 2020, 14:00 to 16:00

Nick Guttmann, Head of the Humanitarian Division at Christian Aid will speak about Christian Aid’s humanitarian work, how they ensure affected communities are part of any response, the importance and challenges of localisation of humanitarian response and the ever-growing challenges that the global humanitarian system faces with the global climate emergency.

CPG on International development: a positive, lasting impact through local involvement

17th March 2020, 18:00

This meeting of the Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on international development will reflect on why development projects can sometimes lack longevity and inhibit transformative change; and explore how we can ensure positive, sustainable impact through empowering local communities and building capacity to take ownership of development projects.

Skills Sharing in Malawi

5th March 2020, 17:00 to 19:30

Dom and Kate Webb, founders of Orbis Expeditions, are holding an evening event to discuss their skill sharing collaborations in Malawi. It is a chance to learn more about their work with businesses and communities in Malawi and to see how your company can get involved. The evening will be a mix of presentations, networking and Q and A.

Book Launch - An Evening with Camilla Toulmin in conversation with Kenneth King

4th March 2020, 18:30

You are warmly invited to the launch of Land, Investment and Migration: Thirty Five Years of Village Life in Mali. There will be a book signing after the talk. Wine will be served.

Collaboration for COP26

24th March 2020, 12:30 to 15:30

Join Bridge 47 and IDEAS (International Development Education Association of Scotland) in Perth on Tuesday 24th March for an empowering event, ‘Collaboration for COP26’. As Glasgow prepares to host COP26 this November, there is a need for civil society to mobilise. This event will provide a space for organisations and individuals with an interest in or knowledge of the education sector to come together to coordinate their response to COP and the climate emergency.