Conference, Scots

The Oor Vyce Gaitherin

(Fri 7 Nov: 9:45am)

Jyne us for a powerful day where the Scots-speaking community comes thegither at Edinburgh’s Scottish Storytelling Centre. This year’s Gaitherin will shine a licht on fostering connections, breaking doon barriers, and celebrating creativity and representation in Scots. Community voices, especially those fae hard-to-reach areas and new learners o the leid, will be front and centre, and every dialect and background will be amplified.

With representatives from the Scottish Government playin an active role throughout the day, this is a rare and timely opportunity for community voices tae shape the ongoing national strategy for Scots language policy. Jyne us and help drive practical action, share ideas, and mak yer ain vyce heard as we shape the future of Scots together.

Whether ye’re fluent, learning, or passionate aboot oor Leid, help us celebrate the vitality an diversity of Scots through inspiring keynote talks, dynamic workshops, performances - and open dialogue wi government, artists, and grassroots campaigners.

What's Happenin Fan...

09:30–10:10 Registration and networking with tea and coffee
10:15–10:45 Welcome and opening addresses, including Kate Forbes MSP
10:45–11:05 Keynote: Wullie Hershaw
11:10–11:40 Performance: Grace Skinner
11:45–12:30 Morning workshops
12:30–13:30 Lunch break and networking
13:35–13:55 Performance: Jimmy Williamson
14:00–14:25 Keynote: Davie Donaldson
14:30–15:15 Afternoon workshops
15:30–16:00 Panel event: Looking at the role of Scots and indigenous languages in community identity
16:05–16:25 Performance: Musician to be announced
16:25–16:40 Closing remarks

Notes: the agenda is subject tae change, as we firm things up! Tea & coffee throughout the day is includit wi yer ticket. Denner isna includit, but ye can buy fae the Haggis Box café, or bring yer ain wi ye.

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Pit on in pairtnership wi TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland), wi support fae the Scottish Government and the Open University.

• Conference
• £0.00
• 7 November 2025
• 420 minutes
• 09:45
• Scottish Storytelling Centre
• Multiple Spaces
• 14+