Join us in Edinburgh for this practical, interactive, policy and influencing workshop event!

This is a free, in-person only event - exclusively for SES members. We’ve hosted online versions of this event and will do so again in the near future.

Understand Scotland’s post-election political landscape.

Learn how to engage and influence policy-makers to benefit your social enterprise.

Brainstorm your own real policy challenge with peers and the policy team.

After lunch we’ll go to parliament for our Festival of Politics event Scotland’s economy – why can’t we own more?

Important note: At checkout, you will be asked to confirm if you are attending the Festival of Politics event. SES will cover your ticket for this (£7.50), but availability is strictly limited and we need to ensure we don’t deny anyone a place.

AGENDA

10:30 Arrival, refreshments and networking.

11:00 Welcome, the global policy context and introductions.

11:15 SES policy team - the new parliament, policy priorities and opportunities, including Q&A.

11:45 SES policy team - How to get your voice heard with policy-makers - a practical guide, including Q&A.

12:15 Break

12:25 Identifying your own policy challenge and what to do about it - small group exercise:

Think about a policy challenge you’re currently facing or something that you might face in future - clearly identify the specific issue, the barriers and the potential solutions.

Who do you think you need to talk to in order to solve it?

Where do you think the power lies to make the necessary changes?

Is it local or national?

Do you need some particular skill or knowledge?

Who could you partner with to make your voice louder?

Would a campaign be a good idea? What about local or national media?

We’ll discuss each issue in small groups and offer advice on solutions. Each group will then select one issue for wider group discussion.

13:15 Lunch break - please note a short a short journey to parliament for the Festival of Politics event will be necessary. Arrival at parliament should be no later than 14:15.

14:45 Scotland’s economy – why can’t we own more? event begins.

16:00 End

Please note this event is for Social Enterprise Scotland members only. Not a member (or are not sure if you’re a member)? Please get in touch with our friendly membership team.

Please also take a look at our Shared Agreement to help ensure the session feels welcoming, supportive, and safe for everyone to take part.

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