• Human rights and migration issues in Europe

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    This event will look at the European Convention on Human Rights: its origins, its real effects and impacts on European citizens, and its future; along with migration issues and policy, for both the UK and Europe.  Speakers: Sir Tim Eicke KC,(formerly UK judge at European Court of Human Rights), Sunder Katwala (Director, British Future) , Joanna Cherry KC, (former SNP MP). Chair: Sir Ian Forrester KC, (last UK judge on European Court of Justice General […]

  • Europe Day Quiz

    Riverside Tap 5 Friars Vennel , Dumfries

    Come to our Europe Day Quiz, celebrating the strong bonds between Scotland and Europe; rounds include questions on languages, geography, history and in keeping with the venue, even beer themed questions!Venue Website: https://www.beerwithoutborders.co.uk/riverside-tap/     

  • Citizens Rights Project conference

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    What are the current key issues and concerns of EU and other European citizens in Scotland? What is their experience of working, living, and travel in the 10 years since Brexit? How will current debates about immigration policies affect their lives?  This event is for EU/European citizens in Scotland, organisations working with European communities in Scotland – and anyone interested in these issues. Speakers from […]

  • Russia’s campaign against Europe: hybrid war, disinformation, influence

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    This event will feature talks from leading experts from Poland and Germany on this topic, along with a panel discussion led by leading journalist Allan Little, who has had widespread experience and knowledge of Central, Eastern, and South-Eastern Europe. He has won many awards for his work as a journalist. The event will look at the scale of the campaign, and how Europe […]

  • Reconnecting Scotland to Europe through Erasmus+

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Join us for an interactive session on how Scottish schools can reconnect with Europe through Erasmus+ and rebuild meaningful partnerships with EU schools. Led by Richard Tallaron, Director of LFEE Europe, an experienced Erasmus+ training provider supporting schools, local authorities and education professionals across Europe. Register your place via this Eventbrite link.

  • Cockburn Association: Homes or Homecomings? Learning to manage tourism tensions

    Edinburgh City Chambers 253 High Street, Edinburgh

    Hospitality is a core part of Scotland’s culture, but the pressures to meet the demands of high visitor footfall are putting pressures on our capital city. Our session will explore new research into the impact of tourism in Edinburgh and discuss European approaches to managing tourist tensions and balancing the needs of residents and visitors. […]

  • Edinburgh EuroWalk

    Wojtek Soldier Bear Monument

    Edinburgh Central EuroWalk – A free 2-hour guided walk exploring historic links between Edinburgh and Europe. Starting at the Wojtek monument, Princes Street Gardens, the 4km route highlights key landmarks and finishes outside the Scottish Parliament Building. Wednesday, 13 May, 11am – 1pm. Book your free place via this Eventbrite link.            

  • European Partnerships and Ideas into Action

    Glasgow University Glasgow

    Celebrating European cooperation, on topics including Horizon Europe, research, youth mobility programmes, Erasmus+, cultural exchange. Event organised by SAFE (Scottish Advisory Forum on Europe). Thursday, 14th May, 1015-1145. Venue: Glasgow University Research centre in partnership with Glasgow University Centre for study of Public Policy.   For information, contact:  externalaffairs@alliance-scotland.org.uk 

  • European Communities Day

    Out of the Blue Drill Hall 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh

    This vibrant event will celebrate and strengthen links among the many different European communities in Edinburgh, and will seek to enhance community cohesion between those communities and the wider Scottish community.  The day will be free to attend and will feature art workshops, craft demonstrations, films, information and an opportunity for the exchange of experience. […]

  • Stirling EuroWalk

    The Smith Gallery 40 Albert Place, Stirling

    Join a free, family‑friendly 2.3km guided walk with some uphill sections, exploring Stirling’s European connections and led by a historian from the University of Glasgow. Start and end point: The Smith Gallery. All ages welcome, but booking required via this Eventbrite link.  

  • Kirkcaldy EuroWalk

    Come for a stroll through Kirkcaldy to explore the many historic and contemporary links the “Lang Toun” has with other European nations. The online EuroWalk, designed for a mobile device, guides you through the streets, explaining the associations. The website is available HERE. Venue for launch tbc. For more details contact fife4europe@gmail.com