Are you driven to create lasting, positive change?

Sparking Change is an enterprise programme designed by the University of Aberdeen in collaboration with Converge to empower residents of Aberdeen City to make a positive change in society.

Open to members of the local community (not currently in work) and students (including those in part-time employment) with limited to no entrepreneurial experience, this FREE programme offers a blend of bespoke activities to equip participants with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take the first step towards social entrepreneurship, with a focus on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You might even explore a new business venture and could win a cash prize to get it off the ground!

Eligibility: Participants must reside in Aberdeen City, however students throughout Aberdeenshire are also eligible if enrolled on a course and studying at one of the following institutions – University of Aberdeen, Robert Gordon University and North East Scotland College. Economically-inactive is defined as not currently in work and not actively seeking work in the last four weeks. If you have any questions about your eligibility, please email sparkingchange@abdn.ac.uk.

For more information on the programme and how to sign up, see below:

Workshop Details

Participants can choose to attend one two-day workshop within the series which will take place at the Science Teaching Hub, University of Aberdeen.

You’ll hear from a diverse panel of experts, work together to identify problems in society, brainstorm ideas and present your solutions - all while sharpening your entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

"GreenSpark for Change" is dedicated to climate action (SDG 13) and life on land (SDG 15). We will focus on ways we could tackle climate change and preserve our planet's biodiversity.

Full catering will be provided at workshops and you can claim your travel expenses.

Sign up here