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⭐️ Launch of the Community Wealth Building Centre for Excellence ⭐️ EDAS, with support from the Scottish Government, has launched the Community Wealth Building Centre for Excellence - an online hub to guide and inspire action for fairer, stronger local economies. The platform will provide resources, case studies, and events to help communities adopt the CWB model with five key pillars: - Inclusive Ownership - Workforce Development - Financial Empowerment - Land & Property Use - Local Spending Neil McInroy, EDAS Chair, says: 'Community wealth building can transform Scotland's economy - creating a fairer, greener future for all.' The first event, 'Plural Ownership in Action,' is on Dec 10th (2-3:15 PM) Read the article here 👇 https://lnkd.in/e7dxEE4c Neil McInroy Insider.co.uk #CommunityWealthBuilding #EDAS

🚨Key Updates from Skills Development Scotland (SDS)!🚨 Skills Development Scotland (SDS) is pleased to share several important updates that support Scotland’s economic recovery and skills development: ◦ Monthly Labour Market Report  SDS publishes a monthly report offering up-to-date insights on Scotland’s economy, workforce, and skills, with a focus on current challenges like the cost-of-living crisis ◦ COVID-19 Labour Market Insights  SDS’s COVID-19 Labour Market Insights continue to be a valuable resources, providing clarity on the pandemic’s impact on Scotland’s economy, businesses, and workforce. ◦ Updated Regional & Sectoral Skills Assessments  The newly updated Regional and Sectoral Skills Assessments provide in-depth analysis of skills needs across Scotland. SDS is also hosting a series of webinars to explore key findings — be sure to book your place! These resources are crucial for anyone shaping economic policy, workforce strategy, or business development in Scotland. For more information, visit the SDS website 👇 https://lnkd.in/gDaxrSsP 

📣 EDAS, through our new Community Wealth Building (CWB) Centre for Excellence and on behalf of The Scottish Government, is delivering a programme to grow knowledge sharing, build expertise and skills and highlight good practice in CWB. Join us on 10th December for the first event in the series which will focus on a key pillar of CWB - plural ownership. This event will explore the vitally important role that cooperatives, social enterprises, employee-owned businesses and other forms of democratic ownership models, play in developing Scotland's economy. Book your place here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dB3Pbvn9 Neil McInroy Susan Love Michael Roy The Democracy Collaborative

EDAS invites you to join us at our Annual General Meeting for a key discussion on how the budget will impact regional development, funding priorities, and economic growth across the nation. We're thrilled to welcome Professor Graeme Roy, Chair of the Scottish Fiscal Commission, who will share expert insights on Scotland's fiscal outlook and what the budget means for our future. Attendees will also have the chance to participate in live polling and share their perspectives on the budget's implications for regional investment and inclusive growth. This is an important opportunity for EDAS members, partners, and stakeholders to engage with economic leaders and contribute to Scotland's strategic direction. We look forward to seeing you there Book your place here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDeBjKH7

Join the Conversation: A Wellbeing Economy 🌱 🌐 On December 12 from 12:30-1:30 PM, we're hosting the third event in our EDAS Event Series, exploring the future of economic development through the lens of a Wellbeing Economy How can we shift from traditional economic models to one that prioritizes people, place, and planet? This session will explore the challenges and opportunities of making a Wellbeing Economy a reality, and how economic development can drive this change 📈 Our panel features Stuart Black, Chief Executive of Highlands and Islands Enterprise; Gary Gillespie, Chief Economist at the Scottish Government; and Aileen Macleod, Director of WEALL Scotland. Don't miss the chance to hear diverse perspectives and shape the future of Scotland's economy. Register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/enu3SDbc #WellbeingEconomy #EDAS #Sustainability #EventSeries

The South of Scotland has been named Scotland’s Natural Capital Innovation Zone, a key step in building a wellbeing economy. 🌱📈 This recognition highlights the region’s rich natural assets, from stunning landscapes to strong agricultural and forestry sectors, positioning it as a leader in tackling climate change and biodiversity loss. With strong partnerships and a focus on sustainability, the South is set to drive green innovation, attract investment, and create jobs. This designation offers exciting opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs to help turn the region’s natural capital into a global hub for sustainable growth. Read the full post here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eXneZd9N #SouthofScotland #NaturalCapital #InnovationZone #EDAS 

Young Scots Eyeing Careers in Health, Creative Industries & Engineering 💼 Skills Development Scotland (SDS) has released new research revealing that nearly 11,000 young people in Scotland are most interested in careers in Health, Creative Industries, and Engineering. Key Insights: - 18% of young people are interested in healthcare roles like nurses, paramedics, and physiotherapists 🥼 - 17% are drawn to creative fields such as design, photography, and music 📷 - 16% are focused on engineering, with a particular interest in mechanical and electrical roles 🧰 As part of Scottish Careers Week, SDS is highlighting the wealth of career opportunities available to Scotland's youth. Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYvT_Fbx

Scotland’s National Innovation Strategy is unlocking new opportunities for a fairer, greener, and wealthier future. Central to this transformation are the Innovation Centres, evolving into long-term innovation infrastructure that will drive lasting change. A recent collaborative initiative highlighted four key challenges in implementing innovation policies: 🔎 Design - How to identify priorities?  🤝 Mobilisation - How to engage stakeholders?  ⚙️ Implementation - How to deliver?  📈 Evidencing success - How to measure impact? EDAS’ very own board member and Scotland’s Towns Partnership’s non-executive director, Suzanne Hamilton, has been an integral part of the Innovative Strategies for System Level Transformation, contributing valuable insights to shape Scotland’s innovation landscape. Want to learn more? Check out the Innovation Strategies Final Report on our website 👇 https://lnkd.in/eA3zq4Fu #InnovationStrategy #EDAS #ScottishInsight 

📣 Announcing an Exciting Funding Opportunity for Scotland’s Bio-Based Manufacturing Sector 🌱 EDAS wishes to highlight the second round of the Innovate UK Launchpad for Scotland funding programme, now open with up to £5.25 million avaliable to support innovative businesses in Scotland’s bio-based manufacturing industry! What’s on offer?  Grants: £25,000 to £1 million  Focus Areas: Green fuels, polymers, alternative foods, and more  Deadline: 11am, 11 December 2024 This funding aims to accelerate Scotland’s bio-based manufacturing sector and help to achieve the ambitious goals of the Industrial Biotechnology Strategy, targeting £1.2 billion in turnover by 2026. Why Scotland? With a rich supply of natural resources, world-leading research, and a growing cluster of innovative businesses, Scotland is a global leader in bio-based manufacturing. The first round of funding allocated £1.8 million to pioneering companies, and this second round will continue to drive sustainable innovation. Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNyHe7vd #InnovateUK #Sustainability #FundingOpportunity 

Closing the Wealth Divide: Discover Expert Insights on Economic Equity 💷 The recent EDAS event brought together Chair Neil McInroy and distinguished panel, including Peter Kelly (The Poverty Alliance), Stephen Boyd (IPPR Scotland), and Marjorie Kelly (The Democracy Collaborative), to discuss wealth distribution and economic development in Scotland. This enlightening discussion addressed pressing topics such as the stark wealth disparities in the UK, the risks associated with financialisation, and the critical importance of community involvement in shaping economic policy. Curious about the complexities of economic equity and the potential of public ownership? The blog post explores these issues and provides valuable perspectives from leading experts. 🔗 Dive into the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/ewdFjU6D #EconomicEquity #WealthDistribution #EDAS