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EVENTS: Scotland and UK wide
In this post you will find a selection of up and coming events and programmes relating to gender equality and women's participation in the labour market.
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Women in Renewable Energy Scotland (WiRES)
WiRES is a network for women working, or who would like to work, in the renewable energy sector in Scotland. Our aim is to support women's participation in the sector through information, education, and networking opportunities. WiRES is currently hosted by Close the Gap.
Edinburgh Meet-up for Women in Renewable Energy
The Newsroom, Edinburgh
February 26, 6.30pm-8.30pm
*No registration necessary*
WiRES members Claire Addison, Sarah Caraher, and Gail Watt are organising a series of meet-ups in Edinburgh. These events will give WiRES members the opportunity to meet and network with other women working in renewable energy on a regular and informal basis.
The next Edinburgh meet-up is being held at The Newsroom in Edinburgh on Thursday 26 February 2015 at 6.30pm.
The meet-ups are open to women working, or who would like to work, in the renewable industry in Scotland, from all sectors, occupations, and career levels. Please note that WiRES does not provide any food or drinks at these meet-ups.
If you are interested in starting WiRES meet-ups in your own city or region, do get in touch at info@wirescotland.com.
EQUATE SCOTLAND
5 February 2015 - 18:30
Equate Scotland
Equate Scotland and the Women's Engineering Society are delighted to invite you to an upbeat event that will explore how coaching and mentoring can help you to develop your career and fulfil your ambitions.
Want to improve your work /life balance?
10 February 2015 - 12:00
FREE
Your Computer
Equate Scotland
We understand it’s difficult to make time to attend workshops in person so we hope we can sneak into your work space for 60 minutes to create some ‘me’ time!
CVs, applications and interviews
21 February 2015 - 10:00
FREE
Abertay University, Dundee
Equate Scotland
Thinking about a change of job or looking to get back into a career in SET?
What employers want with Babcock Rail
4 March 2015 - 17:30
FREE
University of Strathclyde
Interconnect
This is an Interconnect event for female engineering students giving you a fantastic insight into the graduate recruitment process.
10 March 2015 - 10:00
FREE
Seminar Room - Equate Scotland
Equate Scotland
Get SET become an entrepreneur. Do you dream of running your own business and being your own boss or have you got an idea for a business, but just need help in seeing your ideas come to fruition?
See more at: http://www.equatescotland.org.uk/events#sthash.D8SztpEE.dpuf
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WISE - Women in Science and Engineering
A wide range of events across the UK from small workshops through training courses to major conferences. See more information
Career Development Programme for Women in STEM
Four day course spread over 3 months starting in February 2015
Delivered by Skills 4
Support for women in middle management to move on to the next level. The programme equips participants with the tools and confidence to showcase and achieve their potential. Find out more
FREE Discovery Workshops for Teachers
'Creating a Future in Engineering'
Manchester - Wednesday 11 February 2015
Hull - Tuesday 24 February 2015
Leeds - Wednesday 25 February 2015
Are you finding it difficult to persuade students, particularly girls and BME students, to study maths and sciences after GCSE? Join WISE for an informative event to find out about exciting careers opportunities in the Engineering, Technology and Construction sectors.
The Challenge & Future of Big Data
Wednesday 25 February
WISE Knowledge Sharing Event Hosted by Winton Capital, Hammersmith, London
We will be looking at how to fully exploit the potential of big data across the full range of STEM disciplines. We have some great speakers who will cover the Science Perspective, the Technology Perspective and the Maths Perspective. Find out more and book your free place
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Women in Renewable Energy Scotland (WiRES)
WiRES is a network for women working, or who would like to work, in the renewable energy sector in Scotland. Our aim is to support women's participation in the sector through information, education, and networking opportunities. WiRES is currently hosted by Close the Gap.
Edinburgh Meet-up for Women in Renewable Energy
The Newsroom, Edinburgh
February 26, 6.30pm-8.30pm
*No registration necessary*
WiRES members Claire Addison, Sarah Caraher, and Gail Watt are organising a series of meet-ups in Edinburgh. These events will give WiRES members the opportunity to meet and network with other women working in renewable energy on a regular and informal basis.
The next Edinburgh meet-up is being held at The Newsroom in Edinburgh on Thursday 26 February 2015 at 6.30pm.
The meet-ups are open to women working, or who would like to work, in the renewable industry in Scotland, from all sectors, occupations, and career levels. Please note that WiRES does not provide any food or drinks at these meet-ups.
If you are interested in starting WiRES meet-ups in your own city or region, do get in touch at info@wirescotland.com.
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Equality Updates
March Of Women On the eve of International Women’s Day
7th March, GLASGOW, 2pm
March from Glasgow Women’s Library to Glasgow Green to celebrate the achievements of Scottish women from past and present. This is a public art event and everyone is welcome to join us and take part. Find out more about March of Women here: http://womenslibrary.org.uk/discover-our-projects/march-of-women/ https://www.facebook.com/events/988474134514911/ - See more at: http://enf.org.uk/blog/?page_id=362#sthash.9ID9SH4o.dpuf
Women in Employment: Advancing Equal Opportunities
24th March, GLASGOW, 9.30am – 1pm
This free conference, featuring a range of guest speakers and workshops, will discuss and explore issues regarding equality and quality of access to employment in Scotland for women. For more information and to register your interest please go to www.bemis.org.uk/events or email events@bemis.org.uk This conference is brought to you by BEMIS Scotland in partnership with STUC, Scottish Refugee Council, Scottish Women’s Convention and GRAMNet.
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Scottish Women's Convention International Women’s Day 2015
The SWC International Women’s Day event
Saturday 7th March 2015 in the Scottish Parliament
12.30pm - registration and lunch
If you wish to register your interest in attending this free event please do so either by emailing: info@scottishwomensconvention.org or telephoning 0141 339 4797
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