Online: Holding Space in Uncertain Times: The Session Design Lab
When: February 11 & 12 10-13:00 UTC & February 18 & 19 16:00-19:00 UTC
Overview: In these times of uncertainty, how we gather and facilitate conversations matters more than ever. FabRiders’ Session Design Lab is a collaborative space where facilitators, trainers, and organisers refine their session design skills to create inclusive, impactful, and responsive gatherings.
Whether you’re navigating shifting priorities, hybrid environments, or emotionally charged discussions, this lab provides a structured yet flexible approach to designing sessions that foster connection, clarity, and action. Join us to strengthen your ability to create spaces that co-power participants, adapt to complexity, and hold the uncertainty with purpose.
You can learn more and register at https://www.fabriders.net/session-design-lab/
Scholarships are available for anyone facing hardship due to the US Foreign Aid Freeze and Stop Work Order or if the registration fee poses a barrier to participation.
Online: How to develop effective campaign strategies (Deep Dive session led by the Sheila McKechnie Foundation)
When: Feb. 25th 10-13:00 UCT
Overview: We know from talking to campaigners and changemakers that there is active demand for training in how to develop impactful campaign strategies. This in-depth session for experienced campaigners and leaders will explore how to do campaign strategy better. Find out more and book here: https://smk.org.uk/what-we-do/how-to-develop-effective-campaign-strategies/
Online: Understanding Local Power (Deep Dive session led by the Sheila McKechnie Foundation)
When: March 6th 10-13:00 UCT
Overview: Understanding Local Power spotlights the devolution agenda. As more power is transferred out of Westminster, we’ll dive deep into understanding where local decisions are made and how to increase your campaigning impact. Find out more and book here https://smk.org.uk/what-we-do/deep-dive-understanding-local-power-insider-perspectives-on-councils-mayors-and-grassroots-impact-6-march/
Online: Theory of Change (Deep Dive session led by the Sheila McKechnie Foundation)
When: This two-part training will take place on: March 5th, 10am-12pm and March 19th, 10-11.30am
Overview: This session will dive deep into the TOC process and equip you with a tried and tested approach to developing impactful theories of change for your campaigns and organisations. Find out more and book here https://smk.org.uk/what-we-do/deep-dive-theory-of-change-a-framework-for-effective-social-change-march-2025/
Get nominating for the SMK National Campaigner Awards 2025! You have until Friday 28 February to nominate yourself or a favourite campaign or changemaker you know. Nominate here: https://smk.org.uk/what-we-do/connect/awards/awards-nominations-2025/
Every year SMK have incredible winners and last year was no exception. Need inspiration watch this video here https://youtu.be/rdNe08jDWyE?feature=shared.
SMK’s interest is in finding those who have made change happen – most effectively, creatively, and courageously. That change might be in law or policy, it might be in attitudes, social norms or behaviour, it could be in how services are provided, or in the protection of a service or asset. A campaign could be aimed at righting a wrong or holding a body to account.
