Orkney Isles Network
Alison's Next Visit to Orkney – 2nd & 3rd November 2026
Alison’s next visit to Orkney will take place over two days, 2nd and 3rd November 2026, providing more time to connect with local organisations, host a network meeting, and facilitate a reflective learning session in Stromness for early years and care home staff.
As agreed, Alison has created a survey and would encourage everyone with an interest in intergenerational work to take 5–10 minutes to share their views. The survey can be found here.
Further details will be shared after the summer. Current plans include:
- Network Meeting – Monday 2nd November 2026, 10:00am–12:00 noon (venue to be confirmed) – in person however online will also be available
- Reflective Learning Session – Tuesday 3rd November 2026, afternoon (Stromness) – in person only
If you plan to attend either in person or online please do remember to register below.
We continue our search for a new volunteer Community Coordinator to help support our the Orkney Intergenerational Network. across the country. If you feel passionate about intergenerational work and have a few hours each month to donate time to help grow and support intergenerational work across the Isles, please get in touch with Alison.
Events
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Orkney Isles Intergenerational Network Meeting
Monday 2nd November 2026, 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Live Intergenerational Learning Event
Tuesday 3rd November 2026, 1:10pm - 5:00pm
Latest News
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Befriending Networks launches free Dementia and Social Connection CPD training for third sector
5 August 2026
Booking is now live for the Connected Lives training programme, with events in 20 locations across Scotland and online.
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Showcase your work, connect with global delegates, and be part of the Global Intergenerational Congress exhibition.
31 July 2026
Our exhibition stalls offer a unique opportunity to showcase your work, share resources, and connect with an international audience of practitioners, policymakers, researchers and change makers during Day 1 and 2 of the Congress.
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Advertising space available in the official Congress programme, offering lasting visibility before, during and after the event
31 July 2026
Our official Congress Programme, available both online and in print, will be seen by more than 200 delegates from over 18 countries, including policymakers, practitioners, researchers, charities and community leaders. Advertising offers a valuable opportunity to raise your profile, showcase your work, and gain visibility before, during and after the event.
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Policy and Campaign Officer (21 hours per week)
31 July 2026
Generations Working Together is looking for a passionate and motivated Officer to help shape policy, influence decision-makers, and raise awareness of the power of intergenerational practice across Scotland.
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Generations need to work together and not seen as separate entities
30 July 2026
Intergenerational practice brings people of different age groups together in mutually beneficial activities. It fosters reciprocal learning relationships, helps tackle ageism, and reduces social isolation by creating stronger, more cohesive communities. GWT's Policy and Campaign Officer, Kshitija Singh spoke to the Third force News (TFN)
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Volunteer Trustee Opportunities
26 June 2026
Generations Working Together is seeking to appoint two committed, proactive, and passionate volunteer Trustees to join our Board at an exciting and influential time for intergenerational work in Scotland.
Case Studies
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Home-Start
Support, friendship and practical help to families in their own homes.