Thursday 2nd July 2026

Welcome to Day Three of the Conference. On this final day the focus will be on exploring examples of effective collective action founded upon inclusive participatory, and justice-driven practices and connecting across borders to build solidarity.

Community Development & Collective Action - Draft Programme

08:00

 Yoga/Mindfulness/ Campus Walk & Talks (Connect with other delegates)

08:30

 Registration

09:30 – 10:15

Enhancing Public Participation and Diverse Representation in Parliamentary Decision Making Processes, Kate Smith and Ewan Masson, Participation Managers, Participation and Communities Team at the Scottish Parliament.

10:15 – 11:30

Legislative Theatre: Cycle of Migration. A performance blending theatre, lived experience, and policymaking


Dr. Pinar Aksu, Research Associate on the Sustainable Designs for Living and Learning (SDLL) Project, University of Glasgow, theatre maker, and human rights campaigner

11:30 – 11:50

 Tea/Coffee Break

11:50 – 12:50

 Parallel Session 8 and Practice Workshops 8

12:50 – 13:50

Networking Lunch & Poster Presentations

13:50 - 14:50

 Parallel Session 9 and Practice Workshops 9

14:50 – 15:50

 Parallel Session 10 and Practice Workshops 10

16:00 – 16:30

 Closing Plenary