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.
Confirmed events are listed here with contact details for more information or to register.
Additional events will be added to this page over the coming weeks.
Events Programme
Working in the Gàidhealtachd - What does Gaelic culture mean to us? Ag Obair air a’ Ghàidhealtachd - Dè tha cultar Gàidhlig a’ ciallachadh dhuinn?
Tuesday, 16th June, 11am-1pm
Online
Led by Rhona NicDhùghaill (a creative producer, community arts worker and Gaelic speaker from Oban) and Alice Stillman (an artist and new resident of Mull who grew up in Norfolk), we’ll explore the Gaelic term Gàidhealtachd (as opposed to Highlands) and reflect on our own roots and routes in and to the region. We’ll look at different cultural approaches to “introductions” or “sowing familiarity” and experiment with some of our own. Originally delivered as the first of a series of three sessions, this participatory taster workshop gives those with or without Gaelic heritage an opportunity to explore a deeper understanding of what Gaelic culture means for working and workplaces in the contemporary Gàidhealtachd.
Supported by CHARTS (Culture Heritage and Arts Assembly, Argyll and Isles), the Scottish Artists Union and Scottish Union Learning.
Registration page coming soon. Email SULevents@stuc.org.uk in the meantime to express your interest.
Memoir Writing with Meghan Flaherty (NUJ Event)
Tuesday, 16th June, 6.30-8.30pm
Online
This a part of a series of genre workshops offered by the National Union of Journalists. This series has been put together working with carefully selected tutors with appropriate backgrounds.
CURRENTLY FULLY BOOKED. For more details, contact Catherine Deveney, NUJ.
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Improve Your Writing at Work Using AI with Digital Skills Education (UNISON Event)
Wednesday, 17th June, 9.30am-12.30pm
Online
This session focuses on AI tools and resources for writing at work to help public sector workers communicate clearly, save time, and reduce language barriers. It improves accuracy, professionalism, and consistency in documentation. Facilitated by Digital Skills Education.
For details, including registration, contact Marta Chaba, UNISON Regional Learning and Development Organiser in the H&I.
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SVQ Celebratory Lunch (UNISON Event)
Wednesday, 17th June, 1-2pm
In-person, Inverness
UNISON H&I Learning Project supported six social care practitioners across Highland to achieve the SVQ 2 Qualification. This event brings together everyone who made this possible to – employers, learning providers and candidates co celebrate this successful programme with a view to supporting a new intake of learners for 2026.
To express your interest please complete this form: 17 June Chat GPT and Copilot – Fill in form
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Journalist Catherine Deveney interviews James McTaggart, Educational Psychologist
Wednesday, 17th June, 4-5.30pm
Online via Teams
For Early Years Practitioners, educators and ALL with an interest in psychology and wellbeing.
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Understanding Diabetes (UNISON Event)
Thursday, 18th June, 9.30am-12.30pm
Online
This session develops understanding of diabetes and helps colleagues support each other at work to reduce stress, build awareness, improve communication, and promote a healthier workplace environment. Specific topic covered include:
- Understanding of the Condition Diabetes
- The Different Types of Diabetes
- Signs and Symptoms
- Understanding of Hypoglycaemic and Hyperglycaemic Attacks
- Complications of Diabetes
- Diet and Healthy Lifestyle
To express your interest please complete this form: 18 June Diabetes Awareness – Fill in form
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Challenging Racism and Discrimination at Work with Show Racism the Red Card
Thursday, 18th June, 10am-2pm
In-person, Inverness
Show Racism the Red Card will facilitate this popular workshop which explores three key issues which impact on workplace and communities:
- where misinformation comes from
- the negative impact of racism and discrimination
- how discrimination can be challenged though positive and respectful actions discussion at work and beyond.
Spaces are limited. Book a space here.
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Freedom of Information Masterclass (NUJ Event)
Friday, 19th June, 10am-12pm (Online)
Spaces are limited. For more details, contact Catherine Deveney, NUJ.
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Panel Discussion - Building Inclusive Communities Through Adult Learning
Friday, 19th June, 10.30am-1.30pm
In-person, Inverness
To bring our Week of Learning to a close, this event invites learners, organisations, services and practitioners to take part in an open discussion which
- Recognises the vital role adult learning continues to make in challenging times
- Explore ways in which our diverse partner network can work together in Highlands for the benefit of workplaces, communities and individuals
- Build links for future collaboration in recognition of our shared goals and values.
Stakeholders from all areas of adult learning in Highlands are very welcome to came along and share their ideas and experiences with a view to building on another successful SUL Week of Learning in Highland and Islands.
Spaces are limited. Express your interest here.
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Freedom of Information Masterclass (NUJ Event)
Friday, 19th June,2-4pm
Online
Spaces are limited. For more details, contact Catherine Deveney, NUJ.
If you have any queries please contact SULEvents@stuc.org.uk.
