Forthcoming events
Scottish Union Learning organises and attends many events throughout the year.
Events and conferences are aimed at Union Learning Reps, union officials, partners and others interested in lifelong learning and everyday skills. In this section, you can also access booking forms, directions, and contact details.
During the Covid-19 pandemic we ran a series of webinars to support trade unions in accessing skills and lifelong learning. Get in touch at learning@stuc.org.uk if you would like to view any of the webinar recordings.
We hope to see you soon!
Scottish Union Learning’s Highlands and Islands 2026 Week of Learning
June 15, 2026 – June 19, 2026
Various locations, online and in person
Scottish Union learning’s Highlands and Islands 2026 Week of Learning will take place from 15 to 19 June 2026.
Working in the Gàidhealtachd - What does Gaelic culture mean to us? Ag Obair air a’ Ghàidhealtachd - Dè tha cultar Gàidhlig a’ ciallachadh dhuinn?
June 16, 2026, 11.00 – 13.00
Online event, contact organiser for details
Following on from Scottish Artists Union's recent successful programme, this session is for anyone interested in Gaelic roots and culture.
Find your voice through Zine making
June 16, 2026, 14.30 – 16.30
Circus Artspace at Unit 8, Inverness,
"Zines" are self-published booklets that can be made by anyone. Come along to find out more with Highland Zine Bothy
Memoir Writing with Meghan Flaherty (NUJ Event)
June 16, 2026, 18.30 – 20.30
Online event, contact organiser for details
This a part of a series of genre workshops offered by the NUJ.
Improve Your Writing at Work Using AI with Digital Skills Education (UNISON event)
June 17, 2026, 09.30 – 12.30
Online event, contact organiser for details
Facilitated by Digital Skills Education
SVQ Celebratory Lunch (UNISON Event)
June 17, 2026, 13.00 – 14.00
In-person event, Inverness
UNISON H&i supported a group of social care workers in achieving the SVQ 2 Qualification. This event celebrates the significant achievement of everyone involved - workers, employers and our learning providers, Highland Home Cares
Are the kids okay? And what can we do if they aren’t?
June 17, 2026, 16.00 – 17.30
Online event, via Microsoft Teams
James McTaggart, an educational psychologist and trauma specialist, takes us through some of the reasons life may be harder than usual for children and teens – and those who support them in different ways. And how we can all have a role in responding, as well as why union action can offer hope in pressing for just and adequately resourced services.
Understanding Diabetes (UNISON Event)
June 18, 2026, 09.30 – 12.30
Online event, contact organiser for details
This session develops understanding of diabetes and helps us to support each other at work to promote better workplaces for everyone.
Challenging Racism and Discrimination at Work with Show Racism the Red Card
June 18, 2026, 10.00 – 14.00
In-person event, Inverness
Facilitated by Show Racism the Red Card, this session explores important issues impacting on workplaces and communities.
Panel Discussion - Building Inclusive Communities Through Adult Learning
June 19, 2026, 10.30 – 13.30
In-person, Inverness
This is one of many events being held during Scottish Union Learning’s Highlands and Islands 2026 Week of Learning.
Freedom of Information Masterclass (NUJ Event)
June 19, 2026, 14.00 – 16.00
Online event, contact organiser for details
This class is specifically for the journalistic use of FoI requests to generate news stories. The NUJ has developed the course using specialist tutors who are industry experts.
