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We’re thrilled to feature another brilliant speaker for our upcoming Sparking Change: Urban Spark for Change workshop on 27-28 January. There’s still time to join us—register your interest now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eWqdqNp5 Today’s speaker spotlight is: Fiona McIntyre, PhD 🐬 Fiona McIntyre is the founder of Greyhope Bay, a unique community space connecting people with Aberdeen’s marine environment and heritage. Starting in 2012 with a vision to engage communities, Fiona led the transformation of a historic site at Torry into an off-grid centre powered by solar energy and rainwater. Since opening in 2022, the Centre has welcomed over 100,000 visitors, offering coastal views, ethical coffee, and opportunities to spot dolphins in the bay.    🌊 Greyhope Bay has become a hub for education, arts, and sustainability, fostering collaboration and co-creation with the local community. Drawing on her background as a marine scientist, Fiona continues to inspire others to find practical and imaginative ways to connect with their environment and each other.    ✨ Hear from Fiona at our Sparking Change workshop, where she’ll share her journey and insights on social entrepreneurship. If you’re in Aberdeen, currently not working, and eager to explore your own entrepreneurial path, or simply learn new skills and network, don’t miss this opportunity. You could even launch a new venture and win a cash prize to help make it happen! 📢 Sign up now to take the first step towards your social entrepreneurship journey: https://lnkd.in/eWqdqNp5 #Entrepreneurship #SparkingChange #SocialEntrepreneur #LearnNewSkills University of Aberdeen Converge Aberdeen City Council

⏰ Our next ECITB approved #UoADecomIntro course runs online from 7th February 2025. ✏️ Register now at https://lnkd.in/eT84D5ru to secure your place or register your interest to hear about future date announcements. #decommissioning #oilandgas #oilandgasdecommissioning #cpd #onlinelearning Net Zero Technology Centre The National Decommissioning Centre University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen University Engineering Society - EngSoc

⏰️Submission deadline now extended to this Sunday 19th January - https://lnkd.in/e2UhiqVm Arnar Arnason Vikki Entwistle Susan Buckham #DeathInScotland2025 #scottishdeath #deathresearch

Today we are featuring another of our speakers from our upcoming Sparking Change 'UrbanSpark for Change' workshop for budding social entrepreneurs. 🌟 Today’s speaker spotlight is Starkeeper Morton 🌟   Starkeeper Morton is a serial social entrepreneur (creating 4 in 10 years). Her journey began in a maximum security prison volunteering. She is passionate about wellbeing for social change. As the founder of The Haven in Stonehaven, and author of a book on self-advocacy, "How to Survive When Society Lets you Down". Starkeeper demonstrates how purpose-driven entrepreneurship can transform lives.      Through inclusive projects and bold ideas, she inspires others to align their ventures with values, proving that small actions create big impacts. 👇 Want to take part? Starkeeper will be speaking at our upcoming Sparking Change workshop on the 27-28 January. If you live in Aberdeen, are currently not working and want to take the first steps towards becoming a social entrepreneur, or simply learn new skills and network with like-minded individuals, then simply visit: https://lnkd.in/eWqdqNp5 to find out more about registering for the Sparking Change programme and hearing from Starkeeper and other speakers. Who knows, you might even explore a new business venture and win a cash prize to get it off the ground! University of Aberdeen Converge Aberdeen City Council #entrepreneurship #learnnewskills #sparkingchange #socialentrepreneur

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be spotlighting some of the incredible speakers joining us for the upcoming UrbanSpark for Change workshop, taking place on the 27-28 January 2025. This event is the second cohort of the Sparking Change entrepreneurship programme, and we can't wait for it! ✨ Our speaker spotlight today is Karis Gill ✨ Karis is the co-founder of Social Stories Club, a sustainable gift hamper company on a mission to introduce the world to incredible social enterprises through the power of storytelling. Over the past seven years, her work has:  🌟 Provided nearly 6,000 hours of Living Wage employment to individuals with barriers to work   🌟 Invested over £450k in the Social Enterprise Economy   🌟 Sent sustainable corporate gifts to hundreds of businesses worldwide   🌟 Garnered hundreds of five-star reviews for ethical gifting   🌟 Introduced over 1 million people to the inspiring work of social enterprises  Now, Karis travels the UK delivering interactive storytelling workshops that focus on marketing, sales, and pitching. These high-energy sessions provide entrepreneurs and teams with practical strategies to drive growth and build meaningful connections.  Karis is passionate about equipping others to craft and share their unique stories, helping them create meaningful impact through the art of storytelling. ✔️ Interested in hearing from Karis and joining the programme? If you live in Aberdeen, are currently not working, or a student (who can be in work) and want to take the first steps towards becoming a social entrepreneur and gain invaluable skills, please go to https://lnkd.in/eWqdqNp5 to find out more about registering your interest. 💡 Who knows, you might even explore a new business venture and win a cash prize to get it off the ground! University of Aberdeen Converge Aberdeen City Council #sparkingchange #entrepreneurship #learnnewskills #workshop

⏰ Reminder: This Sunday is the deadline for paper submissions! Only 5 days to go. Submit now at https://lnkd.in/e2UhiqVm. Time is ticking ⏳ Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this event. #scottishdeathways #CallForPapers #DeathStudies #SubmitNow #death #death2025scotland Susan Buckham Vikki Entwistle Arnar Arnason

🌟 Kickstart 2025 with Sparking Change 🌟 Check out the highlights from our EcoSpark for Change cohort, which took place on the 4-5 December, in this inspiring video 🎥✨ See how participants collaborated, innovated, and brought their ideas to life, making a meaningful impact on society. 💡 Want to get involved? Learn more below 👇 Sparking Change is a fully funded initiative by Aberdeen City Council, created in partnership with the University of Aberdeen and Converge . This programme empowers residents of Aberdeen City to develop creative solutions that address key challenges in their communities. You might even explore a new business venture and could win a cash prize to get it off the ground! Make 2025 the year you drive change—join one of our upcoming workshops and take the first step toward shaping a better future. 📅 Mark Your Calendar Here’s what’s coming up: 🏙️ UrbanSpark for Change 🗓️ 27 January - 28 January 🍎 LifeSpark for Change 🗓️ 5 February - 6 February 📚 EduSpark for Change 🗓️ 18 February - 19 February 🌎 GreenSpark for Change 🗓️ 25 February - 26 February 🔗 Find out more and register today: https://lnkd.in/eWqdqNp5 📧 Got questions? Email us at: sparkingchange@abdn.ac.uk Be part of the solution. Together, we can make a difference! 🌍✨ #SparkingChange #CommunityImpact #Innovation #entrepreneurship #socialchange #socialenterprise #pitchcompetition Rachel Elliott Jade McGowan Liz Rattray John Barrow Dr Heather May Morgan FHEA FRSA Richard Cormack Corrigan Ijeoma Laila O. Kathryn Slater Bob Keiller Derrick Thomson Fiona McIntyre, PhD Janine Esson Edward Pollock Sarah Wells Cameron Shore Prof Bruce Wood

Not sure if Sparking Change is for you? Check out these brilliant insights from Richard Arowolo, a participant from our first ever Sparking Change cohort, "EcoSpark for Change". Sparking Change is a fully funded Aberdeen City Council enterprise programme designed by the University of Aberdeen and supported by Converge , empowering residents of Aberdeen City to make a positive change in society. It’s wonderful to hear how Sparking Change had an impact on Richard's approach to communication, storytelling, and problem-solving. His reflections capture the heart of what the program is all about—empowering participants to think creatively and pitch ideas with purpose. We’re thrilled to hear he found the sessions valuable and hope they inspire Richard to continue driving change in his endeavours. 📅 Save the dates for our upcoming cohorts and share them with your network—let’s grow the movement together! 🌟 Places limited 🌟 🏙️ Workshop 2: UrbanSpark for Change 27 January - 28 January 🍎 Workshop 3: LifeSpark for Change 5 February - 6 February 📚 Workshop 4: EduSpark for Change 18 February- 19 February 🌎 Workshop 5: GreenSpark for Change 25 February -26 February For more information or to register, go to our website: https://lnkd.in/eWqdqNp5 or email us at sparkingchange@abdn.ac.uk. Let’s keep the momentum going—be part of the change! 🌍✨ #SparkingChange #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Storytelling Richard Cormack Corrigan Dr Heather May Morgan FHEA FRSA John Barrow Peter Edwards Rachel Elliott Jade McGowan Kathryn Slater Ijeoma Laila O. Liz Rattray Prof Bruce Wood Cameron Shore Janine Esson Edward Pollock Sarah Wells Fiona McIntyre, PhD Bob Keiller Derrick Thomson Converge University of Aberdeen Aberdeen City Council

#DeathInScotland2025 📢 Call for Papers - https://lnkd.in/e2UhiqVm. 📢 Registration - https://lnkd.in/eCjG3qia #cpd #death #scotlanddeath #scottishdeath #deathways #deathresearch Vikki Entwistle Arnar Arnason Susan Buckham

Attention, Aberdeen City residents! Are you passionate about social change but new to entrepreneurship? Open to students and economically-inactive members of the local community with limited to no entrepreneurial experience, Sparking Change will equip you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to become part of the next generation of social entrepreneurs. Don’t miss our first 2-day workshop on the 4/5 December –EcoSpark for Change, which will dive into the critical issues of clean water and sanitation and affordable, clean energy. Sparking Change is open to students and economically-inactive residents of the local community. Register your interest to stay informed and take the first step towards social entrepreneurship:  https://lnkd.in/evXeY5rY #SparkingChange #AberdeenCity #SocialEntrepreneurs Richard Cormack Corrigan Converge Lissa Rocha Herron Rachel Elliott Jade McGowan John Barrow Dr Heather May Morgan FHEA FRSA Ijeoma Laila O. Maisie Keogh