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EIS learning rep receives Helen Dowie Award for championing inclusive education
The recipient of the Helen Dowie Award: Union Learning Rep of the Year 2026 is Liz Russell, Union Learning Rep (ULR) with EIS.
Liz is a secondary teacher of English employed by Glasgow City Council, an active member of EIS Glasgow’s Local Association, and an EIS Learning Representative. In her role as a teacher in Glasgow’s virtual school and hospital education service, Liz is faced with limited facility time. However, she strives to ensure EIS members in the Glasgow Local Association have meaningful union-led opportunities to develop their professional learning.
Learner of the Year 2026 awarded to BECTU member and sustainability pioneer
The recipient of the Scottish Union Learning Learner of the Year Award 2026 is Sara Hamilton, a member of Bectu (a sector of Prospect).
Trade union-led learning has the power to change lives in ways that extend far beyond the completion of any single course. At its best, it provides individuals with the confidence, support, and skills they need to unlock new career pathways, transform their working lives, and inspire others. Few journeys illustrate this more clearly than the learning path taken by Sara Hamilton, whose determination, resilience, and commitment to her craft make her an outstanding candidate for this award.
Highlands and Islands Week of Learning - June 2026
Scottish Union Learning’s annual Highlands and Islands Week of Learning took place from June 16th to 19th, celebrating work-based learning and skills, and empowering workplace reps across the region.
This year’s programme was our most ambitious yet with 11 learning events delivered over the four days reaching well over 100 learners.
Money Advice Scotland June update
Money Advice Scotland’s schedule of upcoming events and updates are listed below. You can also keep up to date with Money Advice Scotland news and events through their website, TikTok, Eventbrite page and by subscribing to their newsletter.
All sessions are free of charge.
Upcoming events and webinars
- Wednesday 8 July, 9.30am - 12.30pm - An Introduction to Financial Wellbeing for Third Sector Practitioners
- Tuesday 14 July, 12pm - 1pm - Financial Wellbeing Webinar: Summer Holiday Scams
- Thursday 30 July, 9.30am - 12.30pm - An Introduction to Financial Wellbeing for Third Sector Practitioners
Ask the Expert - Recorded Webinars
National Numeracy Day 20 May 2026
Message from National Numeracy:
Get ready for National Numeracy Day with us!
National Numeracy Day 2026 is on Wednesday 20 May - just two weeks away, but don’t panic!
With this year’s ‘Count on Your Community’ theme, we’ve hatched the perfect plan to help you feel prepared for the big day. Our Training Manager, Bryony, will be leading a 1-hour webinar for any and every adult in need of an extra confidence boost on the big day!
Adults across the UK have told us their experience with numbers and maths has been less than positive. National Numeracy Day 2026 is all about the power and positive impact that support from our community can have. Plus, Bryony isn’t just a friendly face; as part of our Training Team, she’s an expert with thousands of hours of inspiring and helping others under her belt.
To join Bryony at 12.30pm on 20 May, bookmark the page below or take part via Zoom!
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