Events

In this training participants will develop a deeper understanding of common neurotypes, explore reasonable adjustments in practice…

• UHI Orkney
• Thursday 5 November 2026
• 9:30am to 12:00pm

Thursday 5 November is International Volunteer Managers Day - a global celebration recognising the people behind the volunteer experience and the important work that they do to support volunteering.

• Online
• Thursday 5 November 2026
• 10:00am to 12:00pm

Join the Orkney Local Employability Partnership (LEP) for an introductory neurodiversity awareness session designed to increase understanding…

• UHI Orkney
• Thursday 5 November 2026
• 1:30pm to 2:00pm

This year marks a major milestone as Employability Orkney celebrates it’s 21st Anniversary.

• 62 Junction Road, Kirkwall
• Saturday 7 November 2026
• 9:00am to 4:00pm

Whether you are a new trustee or looking for a refresher…

• Online
• Tuesday 10 November 2026
• 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Explore some of the common challenges and dynamics that can arise in charity boards in this webinar from OSCR. The team will offer advice on how charity trustees can navigate them effectively.

• Online
• Thursday 12 November 2026
• 12:00pm to 1:00pm

The session is focused on child protection awareness for members of the general workforce.

• Online
• Monday 16 November 2026
• 1:00pm to 5:00pm
• Free

This half day Adult Support and Protection training, is aimed at members of the General Workforce in Orkney.

• Online
• Wednesday 18 November 2026
• 9:00am to 1:00pm

Canine Partners is holding a series of online Open Day sessions where you can find our about their life-changing assistance dogs…

• Online
• Thursday 19 November 2026
• 6:30pm to 8:00pm

This one day course will increase staff awareness and confidence in being able to recognise, respond, record and report any Child Protection issues which they may encounter in their role.

• Meeting Room 3, Kirkwall Town Hall
• Wednesday 25 November 2026
• 9:00am to 4:00pm

Join Refuge’s Technology-Facilitated Abuse and Economic Empowerment Team and learn about the growing threat of online misogyny and the manosphere.

• Online
• Wednesday 2 December 2026
• 10:00am to 12:00pm
• £11.55 per person

Through research, case studies and practical advice this Connected Lives, Dementia and Social Connection training will help participants organise and run dementia-friendly events and services.

• Online
• Wednesday 2 December 2026
• 12:30pm to 4:00pm