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: When you register, 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.