Events

The latest online and in-person events relating to global justice and solidarity happening across the South West.

SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group

SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group

This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics and the opportunity to support each other in a confidential, online setting. It is a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers…

Event Starts
July 6th, 2026 at 13:00
Location
Online
SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group

SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group

This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics and the opportunity to support each other in a confidential, online setting. It is a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers…

Event Starts
June 1st, 2026 at 13:00
Location
Online
Regional Twinnings Conference: City Partnerships in a Changing World

Regional Twinnings Conference: City Partnerships in a Changing World

Regional Conference “City Partnerships in a Changing World” organised by Bristol International Twinnings Association. In a world full of conflict, the conference emphasises the value of solidarity between citizens of other countries at grass roots level. Exchange your views, experiences and ideas for the future.

Event Starts
April 29th, 2026 at 11:00
Location
City Hall, Bristol BS1 5TR
Unlocking Invitation-Only Opportunities: A SWIDN Fundraising Working Group

Unlocking Invitation-Only Opportunities: A SWIDN Fundraising Working Group

Increasingly, we are noticing that grantmakers and charitable trusts are adopting a ‘no unsolicited applications’ policy. In an already competitive fundraising landscape, gaining access to invite-only funders can feel like an impossible hurdle to overcome. Join experienced international development fundraiser Jaymie Duke for this informal, lunchtime workshop exploring practical ways to navigate this challenge. We’ll look…

Event Starts
April 23rd, 2026 at 12:00
Location
Online
Bridging the Gap: Student Placements with International Development Charities

Bridging the Gap: Student Placements with International Development Charities

This 45-minute online session is designed specifically for South West charities who are interested in learning how student placement schemes can support their work in a practical, manageable way. The session will introduce student placement opportunities connected to the MA Conflict, Security and Development programme at the University of Exeter. Placements total 75 hours and…

Event Starts
March 12th, 2026 at 13:00
Location
Online
Women by Women: Rooted in Resistance Photography Exhibition

Women by Women: Rooted in Resistance Photography Exhibition

Join us to celebrate the women defending their land, lives and futures from destruction in this unique free photography exhibition.

Event Starts
March 6th, 2026 at 12:00
Location
Positive Lights, Exeter, EX4 6RD
Work that Works: Job Sharing for Justice Work

Work that Works: Job Sharing for Justice Work

Curious about job sharing? Join us for an informal lunchtime event to learn what it is, how it works, and whether it could work for you. This informal, online event is for women workers and all employers, in celebration of International Women’s Day 2026. Job-sharing disrupts the idea that people exist only as workers, an…

Event Starts
March 4th, 2026 at 13:00
Location
Online
Periods around the world: How can we deliver menstrual justice?

Periods around the world: How can we deliver menstrual justice?

Join our expert panel who will explore menstrual justice from a local and global perspective.

Event Starts
February 10th, 2026 at 18:00
Location
The Mission Theatre, Bath, England
SWIDN Directors Working Group

SWIDN Directors Working Group

This informal working group takes place each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics each month and the opportunity to support each other in a confidential, online setting. It is a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers from amongst the…

Event Starts
February 2nd, 2026 at 13:00
Location
In-person