Shetland Isles

Welcome to the Shetland Isles Network

After two successful face-to-face network meetings held in May & Sept 2022 the first in over two years, Alison will be back in Lerwick with Denise for another catch up on Wednesday 29th March 2023. We are also delighted to announce that Lorraine George will deliver our one day Intergenerational Training Course for Trainers and Practitioners on Thursday 3rd November 2022 from 10am – 4pm.

If you would like to know more about intergenerational work on the Isles you can speak with Denise Nicolson our volunteer coordinator. Denise works closely with Alison and members from across Shetland to raise awareness of the benefits of intergenerational work and of GWT. Denise can be contacted on the link below.

The agenda will be circulated nearer the time however if you have anything you which to highlight or share at the meeting then please do get in touch.

Don’t forget that GWT have many more events and sessions programmed throughout the year, check out our events page and keep an eye out for our thematic networks, conference and Global Intergenerational Week Campaign all detailed in our electronic newsletter which can be found here.

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  • Women in Intergenerational Practice

    21 March 2023

    A celebration of women in intergenerational practice to mark International Women's Day.

  • Social Isolation and Loneliness Fund Launch

    14 March 2023

    The Minister for Equalities and Older People has announced the launch of the Social Isolation and Loneliness Fund.

  • Sages and Seekers

    2 December 2022

    A Los Angeles project is pairing older people and teenagers to increase empathy, reduce ageism (in both directions) and improve mental health.

  • Intergenerational Friendships

    24 November 2022

    Have a read about having a friend from a different generation and the difference it can make to your life, and maybe you can share your own IG story with us.

  • Spread Christmas cheer this year

    24 November 2022

    For many, it’s a busy time of year, and for some it can feel quite lonely. Taking time to chat with neighbours over mince pies, or enjoying a shared meal is a great way to keep connected, which is why Eden are launching The Big Lunch at Christmas this year. Its a good time to bring generations together too.

  • GWT and partners celebrate after receiving £499,600 for a multi-year project

    16 November 2022

    Generations Working Together is delighted to announce that we have been awarded funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.