Hello, Changemakers!

Welcome to the third edition of our newsletter!

 

Supported by the Scottish Government, Dundee Changemakers Hub is part of a new network of regional Climate Hubs around the country. We aim to offer practical support, events, workshops and micro-grants to connect and amplify collective community action, working hand in hand to drive positive change for Dundee’s communities and the environment.

Dundee Changemakers Manifesto

One of Dundee Changemakers Hub’s main objectives is to create a joint vision to build a movement for a sustainable, creative, diverse and resilient future for Dundee’s communities and environment. We want to place local people and organisations’ needs and rights, and hopes and dreams at its core. Take a look at the Changemakers Manifesto here.

Update: Manyways -

Co-designing Inclusive, Sustainable Spaces

 

Manyways is one of Dundee Changemakers' pilot projects and includes organisations who support or work with individuals facing barriers. One aspect of the Manyways project is creating pop-up urban green spaces. We’re excited to announce the first garden is set up, and organisations are already getting green fingered! Head over to our latest blog to find out more.

Upcoming: Hub Events

 

Join us at our future Changemakers gatherings!

Follow the links to find out more & to book your free tickets. 

 

Climate Week: Film Screening -

'Why Not Scotland?'

 Documentary about rewilding/ ecological restoration, followed by space for discussion.

Friday 27th September

Hapworks

6pm - 8.15pm

 

Climate Week:

Cycle & Lunch!

Guided trips to Broughty Ferry with Dundee Cycle Hub + lunch -

bicycles & helmets also provided.

Saturday 28th September

Dundee Cycle Hub

Morning & Afternoon Slots

 

Skillshare:

SafeTalk Training

 Join us on World Mental Health Day for SafeTalk Suicide Alertness Training - be alert to suicide, it could save lives.

Wednesday 10th October

Feeling Strong

12.30pm - 5pm

 

Sharing & Gathering:

Social Media Skillshare

By popular request, at this Sharing & Gathering session we'll be looking at managing a digital presence with limited resources.

Wednesday 13th November

ScrapAntics, Wellgate

10am - 12.30pm

Upcoming: Across The Changemakers Network

 

Dundee Climate Fund 3.0 - Applications Close 30th September

For projects focused on energy, transport, waste, resilience, and community engagement. With available grants ranging from £2,000 to £25,000, this fund supports both new initiatives and the continuation of impactful projects.

 

Dundee City Council Community Wishes Portal

Community Groups: Get support for small projects, maintenance, clean ups or more. Gather and publicise small project requests from local community groups.

 

NEED SOMEWHERE TO PARK YOUR BIKE?

Please email Russell at russell.pepper@dundeecity.gov.uk if you have a request for bicycle parking areas in any areas of the city where they may be needed.

 

Changeworks - 'Energy For All' Volunteers Needed

Energy & environmental charity Changeworks are looking for Energy Advice & Energy Saving For All volunteers.

 

Urban ReLeaf - Public Engagement Volunteers Needed

 Urban ReLeaf is a city-wide citizen-science initiative that engages the community to share their observations and perceptions of greenspaces across Dundee, seeking volunteers to support its public engagement activities throughout Dundee. 

 

Shoutout: Uniting For Uniforms

Uniting for Uniforms do an incredible job of making sure that pre-loved school uniforms get to kids who need them. Thank you!

 

ARTABILITY - New Creativity & Nature Group

Join a group of people in Dundee creating art, connecting with nature, gardening and painting a mural all about disability in Dundee! Open to all adults in Dundee with a disability. Thursdays, 10am - 12pm. Location: Uppertunity at Dudhope Castle. For more information and to register please email: artabilitydundee@gmail.com

 

Grab A Grant Now – Going Fast!
Volunteering Matters Action Earth has now awarded over half our 2024 grants. If you are looking to Make Space For Nature anytime this year, now is the time to apply for one of our £250 grants.

 

☀︎ Events ☀︎

 

LandxSea: Environmental Film Festival

Scotland's premier environmental film festival returns 13-15 September 2024 at the Montrose Playhouse with an exciting programme of inspiring films, filmmaker Q&As, lively discussions, and family-friendly events!


THE BIG GARDEN PARTY!

Celebrate 10 years of the Maxwell Garden.

Food, plants, workshops & fun for everyone.

14th September - 11am-1.30pm

 

Collective Imagination Practices Toolkit: Launch Webinar

The event is an opportunity to learn about a variety of practices and frameworks, sourced from across the world, that will give people a doorway into collective imagination practice. Both the toolkit and this event are for anyone working to build a more just and flourishing world.

 

Fairmuir Community Garden - HARVEST FESTIVAL 2024

There will be some children’s activities and games, a ukulele band, a treasure hunt for all and various other things, including a free lunch.

Please come along with family and friends to enjoy a day in the garden and take away some produce.

21st September - 12pm-3pm

 

University of Dundee: Green Careers Week

Green Careers week aims to showcase what organisations across different sectors are doing in a bid to become more sustainable and meet Net Zero targets.

 

Adaptation Scotland: Tayside Workshops

Developing a new Regional Adaptation Partnership. At this early stage, we want to involve people & organisations across the region in defining a shared vision and priorities for the new partnership.

Workshops running August to October

 

 

Do you have something you’d like to share with the Changemakers network? Are you hosting an event, workshop, or other opportunity?

Please get in touch! hello@dundee-changemakers.net
 

Follow Along!

 

You can follow the Hub on

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Come and say hello! ☀︎

 

...And that's a wrap for this month! Send us your events, news, and opportunities to be highlighted in upcoming Hub Newsletters, and be sure to share with your friends and networks. Thank you!

— Dundee Changemakers Hub Team

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