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SUMMARY:A Weekend of Yoga with Donna Noble
DESCRIPTION:Join Donna to explore misconceptions about yoga and discover a broader\, more accessible understanding of the practice. \nDates: 26th and 27th September 2026. \nOpen to all levels of experience\, come along to a whole weekend (2 full days)\, 1 full day (either date) or any half day sessions. \nEvent cost: GYA members £110 for the whole weekend\, Non members £140.  1 full day GYA members £63\, non members £75\, half day sessions GYA members £35\, non members £40
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/a-weekend-of-yoga-with-donna-noble/
LOCATION:Cults Kirk Centre\, 404 North Deeside Road\, Cults\, Aberdeen\, AB15 9TD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grampian Yoga Association":MAILTO:gyaseminar@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen September Beach Clean
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the ACA September Beach Clean and help make our local beach sparkle again. It’s an awesome in-person event where we roll up our sleeves\, collect trash and enjoy some fresh sea breeze together. Whether you’re a regular or new to beach cleanups\, everyone’s welcome to pitch in and have some fun while protecting our planet. Don’t miss out – let’s keep the beach beautiful! \nSCHEDULE \n10:30 – Welcome & safety briefing: Please arrive on time so we can brief everyone\, explain how the event works\, and hand out equipment. \n10:45 – Beach clean: We’ll spread out in pairs or small groups to collect litter along the beach and nearby paths. \n12:00 – Wrap-up & social time. We’ll meet back at the start point to return equipment\, tally up what we’ve found\, and take a group photo. \nPlease plan to stay until 12:30 if you can – this is a great time to meet like-minded people\, ask questions\, and enjoy a relaxed moment together after the clean-up. Bring a flask\, a snack\, or just yourself \nEQUIPMENT: Tongs\, gloves\, and bin bags will be provided – feel free to bring your own if you have it. \nMEETING POINT: Footdee Public Toilets \nWe’ll meet at 10:30 at the Footdee Public Toilets. To find the exact spot: What Three Words: atom.vows.hopes https://w3w.co/atom.vows.hopes Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/saFjuPjsvGb2gk1D8 Coordinates: 57.14439654862394\, -2.0722969249717025 \nABOUT ACA: Aberdeen Climate Action is a volunteer-led community group working for a just and liveable future for Aberdeen. Our beach cleans are part of our regular action programme – find out more at www.aberdeenclimateaction.org.uk. \nQuestions? Get in touch via our website or social media. We look forward to seeing you on the beach!
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/aberdeen-september-beach-clean/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Beach\, Footdee Public Toilets\, North Square\, Aberdeen\, AB11 5DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Facilitation Training - Tools and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Our Facilitation Training course gives you the practical tools and techniques to make your meetings engaging and productive\, both online and face-to-face. \nEvent cost: \nFees per person: £199 – Smaller charities (under 15 staff) and self-funded individuals £299 – Large charities\, public sector and small businesses £399 – Corporate rate (over 15 staff).
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/facilitation-training-tools-and-techniques/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:SEMTA 2026 – Aberdeen Edition | ESG\, Energy Transition & Diverse Talent
DESCRIPTION:SEMTA 2026 is coming to Aberdeen! \nJoin us on Monday 5 October at the University of Aberdeen as the Scottish Ethnic Minority Talent Summit & Festival Scotland’s national platform for diverse talent\, inclusion and inclusive economic growth opens its four-city 2026 tour in the Granite City. \nThe Aberdeen edition brings together diverse professionals\, graduates\, employers\, entrepreneurs and community leaders for a day of connection and opportunity focused on ESG\, Energy & Diverse Talent themes at the heart of the North East’s economy and its future workforce. \nATTENDEES – BOOK YOUR FREE TICKET \nWhether you are an experienced professional\, a graduate\, an emerging talent or simply curious about what’s next for your career\, SEMTA Aberdeen is your seat at the table. Meet leading employers\, join powerful conversations and connect with a community that opens doors. Places are limited book your free ticket today. \nEXHIBITORS – SECURE YOUR STAND \nVisibility alone is no longer enough. The organisations leading on inclusion are building real relationships\, creating genuine access and investing in communities. As an exhibitor you will: \n• Engage directly with diverse professionals\, graduates and emerging talent\n• Showcase your careers\, services and opportunities to a highly targeted audience\n• Strengthen your ESG\, DEI and community engagement objectives\n• Reach communities that traditional engagement channels consistently miss \nExhibition packages range from £500 to £2\,500\, with options to suit organisations of every size. Spaces are deliberately limited to protect the quality of engagement early expressions of interest are strongly encouraged. \nThe momentum is already there: SEMTA 2025 was a resounding success\, with outstanding feedback from attendees. \n \nBook tickets & exhibition enquiries: www.scottishtalentsummit.com | info@thedatakirk.org.uk | +44 7792 012713
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/semta-2026/
LOCATION:University Of Aberdeen\, King's College\, Aberdeen\, Aberdeen City\, AB24 3FX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Child Protection Introduction: Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for: \nFor staff who are new to working in Early Years\, and or with school age children\, Childminders\, volunteers\, and families who have not had any child protection training. \nBook before 6pm on 12th July to received a £5 discount on the ticket price. \nCourse Description: \nThis interactive\, online course delivered via MS Teams by an experienced professional will equip you with the knowledge and skills to keep children safe. \nWe will explore your specific responsibilities in safeguarding and child protection with the children you work with. Learn how to identify and respond to any concerns you may have about their well-being. \nGain comprehensive knowledge about the various types of child abuse and neglect. Recognise the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk. \nThis course equips you with the knowledge and skills to effectively report any concerns you may have about a child’s safety. Follow clear procedures to ensure the child receives the necessary support. \nLearning Outcomes: \nGain a clear understanding of your specific duties and role in the safeguarding/child protection of children. \nLearn to identify the various types of child abuse and neglect. \nDevelop the ability to recognise signs and indicators that may suggest a child is being abused or neglected. \nBecome familiar with the correct procedures for reporting any concerns you have about a child’s safety. \nPractice applying your knowledge and skills to real-life scenarios\, ensuring you’re prepared to handle potential situations.
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/child-protection-introduction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aberlour Futures":MAILTO:SafeguardingTraining.Aberdeen@aberlour.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T140000
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SUMMARY:Tenants And Residents Forum
DESCRIPTION:This is the group for tenants and residents who want to be more involved in the housing service. It fosters collaboration between tenants\, residents\, and the Council to ensure meaningful consultation and effective communication. \nMembers gain insight into Council policies and procedures\, connect with others across the city\, discuss housing issues\, and share positive stories.
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/tenants-and-residents-forum-oct-2026/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Town House\, Broad Street\, Aberdeen\, AB10 1AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260903T142824Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T142824Z
UID:478918-1791468000-1791475200@acvo.org.uk
SUMMARY:Duties and Responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees
DESCRIPTION:If you want to find out more about the duties and responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees then this is the session for you. \nA 2 hour online session led by ACVO Development Officer Sandy Mathers designed to make you more confident as a charity trustee. Whether you are a Trustee or thinking about becoming one\, you will find this helpful. \nThe session will cover the following topics; \n\nBackground to the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland ) Act 2005\nWho are Charity Trustees\, and who is disqualified?\nGeneral Duties of Charity Trustees\nSpecific Duties of Charity Trustees\nRemuneration of Charity Trustees\nBreach of duty\n\nThe training also reflects on the changes in charity law brought in by the commencement of the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023\, such as extension of automatic disqualification criteria\, registration of trustees and publication of accounts.
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/charity-trustees-training-october-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ACVO Training Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACVO TSI":MAILTO:enquiries@acvo.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T235900
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SUMMARY:Ceilidh For A Cause - Aberdeen Foyer's 30th Birthday Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Aberdeen Foyer is celebrating its 30th birthday with a special fundraising ceilidh at Aberdeen Music Hall on Friday 16th October. \nOrganised in partnership with Stonehaven Folk Festival\, Aberdeen Performing Arts and Aberdeen Music Hall\, the evening will feature live music from Cabrach Ceilidh Band\, traditional Scottish dancing and a chance to celebrate three decades of supporting people across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. \n£5 from every ticket sold will be donated to Aberdeen Foyer\, helping create opportunities and change lives across local communities.
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/aberdeen-foyer-ceilidh/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Music Hall\, Union Street\, Aberdeen\, Aberdeen City\, AB10 1QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261022T093000
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SUMMARY:Mediation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Why not join us in our 25th year of running our mediation programme. Across six days you will learn how to handle conflict more constructively and the skills necessary to become a qualified mediator. \nWe provide a safe – and fun! – space to learn. Our training will be delivered online using Zoom. \nObjectives \nBy the end of the course\, you can expect the following: \n• to understand your own and others’ responses to conflict\n• to recognize that there are different models and styles of mediation\n• to be aware of the ethics informing mediation practice\n• to appreciate the legal context in which mediation operates\n• to know how current legislation affects mediation practice\n• to understand the role of the mediator at different stages of the mediation process.
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/mediation-skills-october-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Charity Fundraiser - Bonkers Bingo
DESCRIPTION:🎉 BONKERS BINGO NIGHT! 🎉 \nFancy a night of big laughs\, bonkers bingo and brilliant prizes – all while helping two amazing causes? 💜 \nJoin us at East End Social Club on Saturday 24th October for a night you won’t want to miss! 🥳 \n💷 Tickets: £15\n🚪 Doors open: 7pm\n🎱 Eyes down\, let’s get BONKERS! \nWe are raising money for Maggie’s Aberdeen and the NHS Grampian Charity  Cardiac ICU at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary – so every ticket helps make a difference. ❤️ \nBring your friends\, grab a table and come along for a night of fun\, laughter and fundraising! 🎉 \nTickets are selling – don’t leave it too late! 🎟️
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/charity-fundraiser-bonkers-bingo/
LOCATION:East End Social Club\, East End Social Club\, Golf Road\, Aberdeen\, AB24 1RG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T123000
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen October Beach Clean
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the ACA October Beach Clean and help make our local beach sparkle again. It’s an awesome in-person event where we roll up our sleeves\, collect trash and enjoy some fresh sea breeze together. Whether you’re a regular or new to beach cleanups\, everyone’s welcome to pitch in and have some fun while protecting our planet. Don’t miss out – let’s keep the beach beautiful! \nSCHEDULE \n10:30 – Welcome & safety briefing: Please arrive on time so we can brief everyone\, explain how the event works\, and hand out equipment. \n10:45 – Beach clean: We’ll spread out in pairs or small groups to collect litter along the beach and nearby paths. \n12:00 – Wrap-up & social time. We’ll meet back at the start point to return equipment\, tally up what we’ve found\, and take a group photo. \nPlease plan to stay until 12:30 if you can – this is a great time to meet like-minded people\, ask questions\, and enjoy a relaxed moment together after the clean-up. Bring a flask\, a snack\, or just yourself \nEQUIPMENT: Tongs\, gloves\, and bin bags will be provided – feel free to bring your own if you have it. \nMEETING POINT: Footdee Public Toilets \nWe’ll meet at 10:30 at the Footdee Public Toilets. To find the exact spot: What Three Words: atom.vows.hopes https://w3w.co/atom.vows.hopes Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/saFjuPjsvGb2gk1D8 Coordinates: 57.14439654862394\, -2.0722969249717025 \nABOUT ACA: Aberdeen Climate Action is a volunteer-led community group working for a just and liveable future for Aberdeen. Our beach cleans are part of our regular action programme – find out more at www.aberdeenclimateaction.org.uk. \nQuestions? Get in touch via our website or social media. We look forward to seeing you on the beach!
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/aberdeen-october-beach-clean/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Beach\, Footdee Public Toilets\, North Square\, Aberdeen\, AB11 5DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T121500
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SUMMARY:Building a Resilient Social Enterprise: From Foundations to Funding
DESCRIPTION:A 3-part webinar series for changemakers looking to scale their impact \nA Free Webinar for Changemakers focussing on: Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Social Enterprise
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/building-a-resilient-social-enterprise-nov-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Duties and Responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees
DESCRIPTION:If you want to find out more about the duties and responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees then this is the session for you. \nA 2 hour online session led by ACVO Development Officer Sandy Mathers designed to make you more confident as a charity trustee. Whether you are a Trustee or thinking about becoming one\, you will find this helpful. \nThe session will cover the following topics; \n\nBackground to the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland ) Act 2005\nWho are Charity Trustees\, and who is disqualified?\nGeneral Duties of Charity Trustees\nSpecific Duties of Charity Trustees\nRemuneration of Charity Trustees\nBreach of duty\n\nThe training also reflects on the changes in charity law brought in by the commencement of the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023\, such as extension of automatic disqualification criteria\, registration of trustees and publication of accounts.
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/charity-trustees-training-november-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ACVO Training Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACVO TSI":MAILTO:enquiries@acvo.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261216T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261216T120000
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UID:478922-1797415200-1797422400@acvo.org.uk
SUMMARY:Duties and Responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees
DESCRIPTION:If you want to find out more about the duties and responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees then this is the session for you. \nA 2 hour online session led by ACVO Development Officer Sandy Mathers designed to make you more confident as a charity trustee. Whether you are a Trustee or thinking about becoming one\, you will find this helpful. \nThe session will cover the following topics; \n\nBackground to the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland ) Act 2005\nWho are Charity Trustees\, and who is disqualified?\nGeneral Duties of Charity Trustees\nSpecific Duties of Charity Trustees\nRemuneration of Charity Trustees\nBreach of duty\n\nThe training also reflects on the changes in charity law brought in by the commencement of the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023\, such as extension of automatic disqualification criteria\, registration of trustees and publication of accounts.
URL:https://acvo.org.uk/event/charity-trustees-training-december-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ACVO Training Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACVO TSI":MAILTO:enquiries@acvo.org.uk
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