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IN-Ren Community Knowledge Festival

Saturday 30 May
10:00am – 4:30pm
Lagoon Leisure Centre, Paisley

A welcoming space to connect, share knowledge and access information on health, housing, wellbeing, rights and more.

Free event | Open to all
 

We’d love to invite your organisation to take part once again in DigiKnowVember, taking place again across the month of November.
 
Ready to get involved?
 
Email digital-inclusion@renfrewshire.gov.uk with a simple ‘yes – count me in’ in the subject heading.

At this moment we’re just looking to gauge initial interest for early planning purposes, there is no need to supply details of any events at this stage.

If you have any questions or queries, please email our mailbox at digital-inclusion@renfrewshire.gov.uk

Help us make an impact during DigiKnowVember 2026 – let’s work together to make digital inclusion a reality for everyone in Renfrewshire.

Renfrewshire Climate Action Network

Tuesday 2nd June, 9:30am - 12:00pm

The Wynd Centre, Paisley, PA1 2DB

Join us for the next gathering of Renfrewshire Climate Action Network as we shine a spotlight on the amazing work made possible by the Small Grants Fund.

Book your space here

Not yet a RenCAN member but want to find out more about the network? You're very welcome to join us at the gathering!

Find out more

Online Harms e‑learning

Online Harms e‑learning module has been updated and is now available on TURAS Learn and LearnPro.

This refreshed version reflects the rapidly changing digital landscape and includes information on emerging online harms, alongside new case studies and practical guidance to support effective responses. This includes updated content on newer issues such as the use of AI in image-based abuse.

The module has also been shared with all locality learning platforms and should be updated there in due course.

What does the module cover?

• Understanding online harms and different types of harm
• The current policy landscape
• The impact of online harms
• Practical responses and sources of support

Who is it for?
This module is relevant to all staff groups, and may be of particular interest to those working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults. It’s also open to the general public.

Whatever your role, this short course is designed to build confidence and awareness in navigating and responding effectively to online harm.

How to access the module
The module is available on TURAS via the following link: Online Harms | Turas | Learn

Register Today!
Reserve your spot and be part of an uplifting and informative event. Tickets are free, but spaces are limited. Book your place using the links below early to avoid disappointment!
Saturday 27 June, 10am to 11.30am
Thursday 19 November, 6.30pm to 8pm
If you are unable to attend the event but still want to learn more about us, please do let me know by emailing sarah.mckean@caninepartners.org.uk

Bee Friendly

With just two weeks until The Big Help Out, people across Scotland are being encouraged to Bee Friendly and do something simple but powerful for nature: sowing seeds of friendship and give local wildlife a lift.

To help everyone get started, environmental charity Eden Project is giving away 100 wildflower seed starter packs, offering an easy way for individuals, neighbours and community groups to take part.

Whether it’s a pot on a windowsill, a corner of a close, a coastal clean-up or shared community space we can all lean in and help out Scottish wildlife to thrive.

Taking part doesn’t need to be complicated says Grainne McCloskey Eden Project Scotland manager. She said “From 5–8 June, The Big Lunch and The Big Help Out are coming together for one big do - helping people connect, share food and lend a hand locally.

“It’s a simple, flexible opportunity for neighbours, organisations, businesses and charities to strengthen community connections and encourage social action.

“Nature plays a huge part in our community wellbeing so as an environmental charity we thought why not help out  nature  when we are all getting together for our community celebrations. The Big Help Out is all about people coming together to do something positive, and planting for pollinators is a lovely way to start.”

With free seeds available and plenty of ideas at thebigdo.com, people across Scotland are invited to give nature a helping hand.

To find out more and receive a packet of seeds register your details here at thebigdo.com and email gmccloskey@edenproject.com with SEEDS as the subject.