Past Events

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

SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group – October

SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group – October

Focus for October – The ethical use of AI – member experiences/discussion 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…

Event Starts
October 5th, 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
September 7th, 2026 at 13:00
Location
Online
A straw hat sits on a vibrant green grass field, adorned with dandelions, under the summer sun.

SWIDN Summer Social

Join us in person to celebrate the long days and (hopefully!) warm summer weather! We are pleased to hold this in person meet up for the SWIDN community and look forward to connecting with you all. This networking event will offer you the opportunity to meet the SWIDN team, chat to other like minded international…

Event Starts
July 17th, 2026 at 17:00
Location
The Watershed, Bristol
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
A smartphone screen displaying popular social media applications like Instagram and Twitter.

Social Media Made Simple: A Practical Guide for Small Charities

Duration:1 hour (online) During our Fundraising Working Group in April, we spoke a lot about social media and using our online presence as a tool to build relationships with donors. This practical, no-jargon workshop is a follow up session designed specifically for individuals, small charities and organisations with limited time, resources, or expertise. In just…

Event Starts
June 26th, 2026 at 13:00
Location
Online
Taking Action on Decolonisation: An informal discussion space

Taking Action on Decolonisation: An informal discussion space

Join us for an informal, online working group discussion to engage with themes of decolonisation in international development. Over the years, SWIDN has been working to tackle coloniality and colonialism in international development. Like most, we are on a journey of continuous learning around what decolonisation is and what it means for us and our…

Event Starts
June 25th, 2026 at 13:00
Location
Online
Uganda Sovereignty Bill: Implications and Considerations for UK-based INGOs

Uganda Sovereignty Bill: Implications and Considerations for UK-based INGOs

The aim of this panel event is to bring together UK-based INGOs working in Uganda, to better understand the implications of the recent legislation and to reflect on their role going forward. In light of the recent Sovereignty Bill (2026), this session will explore: – How we can continue to support Ugandan partners in ways…

Event Starts
June 4th, 2026 at 11:00
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
Group holding hands

SWIDN Women’s Leadership Circle – information evening

Leadership is something that many of us strive to achieve, yet for those working within small organisations and non-profits, professional training can feel out of reach – or out of budget. Working within international development, in a landscape where funding pots are closing and budgets are being squeezed, self-development can easily fall to the bottom…

Event Starts
May 6th, 2026 at 18:30
Location
Zoom