Hear from others within the industry about the positive business impacts they’ve seen after taking steps to improve their own welfare. Afterwards there will be discussion of a number of practical ways you can start making a change, as well as an introduction to different tools that are available to help you live well while farming and crofting.
The Crowdfund Scotland team are running a workshop on Wednesday the 31st July in association with their partners at LEADER.
This will be an introductory session suitable for anyone who wants to find out more about this method of fundraising and the potential uses for local projects, and is also a chance to meet a crowdfund coach who gives direct support on crowdfunding projects. Anyone with a project idea requiring funding is invited to attend.
This workshop is for anyone looking for a greater understanding of social investment, and time to explore the opportunities and challenges in relation their own particular scenario. Come and find out:
The 2017-18 Rural Leadership programme is now open for applications.
The programme is aimed at business managers and employees from rural businesses who want to develop their leadership skills and grow their business. It is delivered on behalf of Scottish Enterprise by SAC Consulting.
SAC Consulting are looking to recruit 45 applicants for 13 days of activities between late October 2017 and March 2018.
Scattered across the landscape of West Lothian is evidence of the Shale Oil industry, a physical reminder of the industry that very much shaped the area. This fascinating heritage was captured in a film, first broadcast on BBC2 in May 2016, and the Heritage Lottery Fund are now offering the local community the chance to watch it again at a special screening.
Find out more about the industry, your community’s Shale connections, hear from local experts on the history of the oil, and discover how you can access funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund to run your own project.
A number of local drop-in information sessions have been organised around the county which will provide more information on West Lothian LEADER and how to apply.
West Lothian LEADER will be funding projects under the following themes:
Theme 1: Well-Connected Communities
Theme 2: Stronger Communities
Theme 3: Improved Local Environment
A series of local drop-in sessions will also take place in coming weeks.
A number of local drop-in information sessions have been organised around the county which will provide more information on West Lothian LEADER and how to apply.
West Lothian LEADER will be funding projects under the following themes:
Theme 1: Well-Connected Communities
Theme 2: Stronger Communities
Theme 3: Improved Local Environment
A series of local drop-in sessions will also take place in coming weeks.
A number of local drop-in information sessions have been organised around the county which will provide more information on West Lothian LEADER and how to apply.
West Lothian LEADER will be funding projects under the following themes:
Theme 1: Well-Connected Communities
Theme 2: Stronger Communities
Theme 3: Improved Local Environment
A series of local drop-in sessions will also take place in coming weeks.
