Edinburgh Local

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[Ruthanne Baxter @ruthannebaxter]

Do you have #stories of #livestock markets? Are you at home & free on Wednesday (5th) 7pm? Is so, why not pop along (via Zoom) to our #GladdenVillage Mart session, ‘A Lens on Livestock Marts, 1978-now’. Email [email protected] for link @CountyTimes @AbiReader @WCFAlumni

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

🚀 @EdinburghUni is hosting loads of events at this years' Research Festival, shining a spotlight on the digital world. Discover how research is transforming our lives. Events are open to all + FREE

UoE events: https://t.co/NT7TNzL42M

#ResearchFestival2024 #DigitalInnovation

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

📣 The University's Community Grant Scheme is open!

Orgs can apply for a grant of up to £5k - deadline 13 Oct.

These grants help the development of projects & community activities. We support local people's vision for a better Edinburgh.

Apply: https://t.co/Js90wR9bDv

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

Take part in some UoE research!

UoE researchers are looking to recruit parents who are interested in discussing their experiences of family life post separation/divorce. We are looking for parents of 4–8 year olds.

Are you a fit? Apply through the link: https://t.co/OAyZOV5Aye

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

New and returning students, a massive WELCOME to your university community!

Subscribe to our newsletter for a chance to win 1 of 16 £25 vouchers: https://t.co/PNFY1FOc68

Spot us around campus and grab your free sweets!

#EdinburghWelcomeWeek #UoETakeAction #communityengagement

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

@Cyrenians1968 @DadsRockOrg @northedinarts @TollcrossCC @WHALE_Arts @Cuttingedgethea @SimonCommScot @PoliceScotland @thewelcomingpro @heavysoundCIC @TeamShrub @Cutting_EdgeX @ScotParl

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

(1/3) We were thrilled to host two events over the last week that have brought together many public and third sector organisations.

Lots of discussions about how to work together to benefit the lives of those living in Edinburgh and the wider southeast Scotland region.

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

(3/3) Thanks to everyone who gave up their time to be here, including inspiring opening comments from Ewan Aitken, Cyrenians and Lorraine McGrath from Simon Community Scotland, and for local organisation Goodies who provided a delicious spread!

[Archaeology Scotland @ArchScot]

🎥 Our latest video showcases the recent 'Big Dig' at Newbattle Abbey College, Dalkeith!

Hear from New Scots as they share their experiences on site and discover how archaeology connects people from all backgrounds.🌍🏛️

👉https://t.co/FU3ZFxbEyV

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

@DadsRockOrg Thanks for coming and being part of the discussion!

[Dads Rock @DadsRockOrg]

Great to be part of the conversation about the community plan for @EdinUniLocal and advocate for the third sector 💪🤘

[Edinburgh Futures Institute @UoE_EFI]

Join our upcoming free event that commemorates the 'Edinburgh Conversations' - groundbreaking meetings that @EdinburghUni academics convened between KGB agents and Pentagon officials in a bid to end the Cold War.

🗓 18 Sept, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
📍@UoE_EFI
🎟 https://t.co/suB1NbSRZJ

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

There's still time to catch some of the brilliant events at this year's @edbookfest - held for the first time in the UoE's historic building Edinburgh Future's Institute!

Get yourself down (there's lots of family friendly stuff too) + have a nosey: https://t.co/pFrlsTANT3

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

Anyone need a little pick-me-up for Hump Day?

Julie Ann, a student at UoE talks about the importance of intergenerational relationships and shows how little acts of kindness can go a long way. 🥰

https://t.co/WL8NMMpInt

[University of Edinburgh Museums @EdinUniMuseums]

Shout out to 14-18 years olds in #Edinburgh & #Lothians - enjoy #design, feel you have a head for #business? Enjoy creating & pitching with peers for a week @StCeciliasHall Book now @EdinUniLocal @GCP_Edinburgh @ESskills @MindroomInform @createedinburgh
https://t.co/d1GYAW7BIf

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

👋🏼 Introducing our new Social Impact Manager, Aidan!

Aidan brings a range of expertise to the team. He'll be working with local orgs, residents and community groups to maximise positive impact from UoE resources.

Find out more + feel free to reach out: https://t.co/6jttCIOKw3

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

There's a stunning new exhibition in the UoE's Talbot Rice Gallery.
Entry is always free to everyone and is open Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm until 29 Sept

Ghanaian artist El Anatsui uses his art to engage with the complex legacies of colonialism in Africa.

Visit: https://t.co/GIQw7kUJ4a

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

🏡📢 Through @edinburghuni's Social Investment Fund, we've invested a further £1million to support social housing across the UK.

@SASCapital's Social & Sustainable Housing Fund enables organisations to purchase and lease properties to their service users.
https://t.co/5po8Qh5wre

[Edinburgh Local @EdinUniLocal]

🌍 Celebrating #RefugeeWeek at UoE. We're proud of our diverse and inclusive community, and we were the 1st university in Scotland to be accredited as a University of Sanctuary.

This week we'll celebrate some local orgs doing important work supporting New Scots. #OurHome