Simon Fraser Memorial Lecture Series
The Simon Fraser Memorial Lecture
Dynamic Earth Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, United KingdomDynamic Earth, Edinburgh
24 January 2024
The Edinburgh Simon Fraser event featured insights from experts and cultural figures, who highlighted the historic impact of community ownership on communities.
Gigha Day & Simon Fraser Memorial Event
Gigha Hotel Isle of Gigha, United KingdomIsle of Gigha Heritage Trust
Friday 15 March 2024
Gigha marked its 22nd birthday in grand style with a spectacular celebration, featuring a flag-raising ceremony and speeches delving into the profound impact of community wealth building on the local community.
From Laird to Shared: Glasgow’s Landownership and Alternative Futures
Adelaide Place Baptist Church 209 Bath Street, Glasgow, United KingdomAdelaide Place Baptist Church, Glasgow
Wednesday 12 June 2024 * 18:00 - 20:00
The Glasgow Simon Fraser event discussed Glasgow's relationship to community ownership, explored ongoing challenges in land reform, and spotlighted inspiring stories from urban and rural communities. Attendees were treated to live music and spoken word performances.
Why land reform matters: The power of people and place
Clan MacQuarrie Community Centre Borve, Isle of Lewis, United KingdomUrras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn / Galson Estate Trust
Friday 20 September 2024 * 19:00 - 21:00
Simon Fraser Memorial Lecture 2025
Nationwide Building 1 Threadneedle Street, London, United KingdomNationwide Building, London
26 February 2025 * 18:00 - 20:00
The second annual Simon Fraser Memorial Lecture focused on sharing experiences and learning between England, Scotland and Wales about community ownership and the transformational change it can deliver.
Trusting People to be Wild – inspiration from Eigg and beyond
Eigg Community Hall Isle of Eigg, United KingdomIsle of Eigg Heritage Trust
Friday 4 April 2025 * 20:00 - 21:15
Scottish Wildlife Chair Kenny Taylor has been part of Eigg’s community ownership story since the start. In his Simon Fraser lecture he will reflect how community led wildlife conservation creates positive futures for people and planet. How nature, culture and community combined can deliver political change in Scotland and beyond.
Staffin Community Trust – Urras An Taobh Sear * Sùil nam Brà
Staffin Community Hall A855, Staffin, United KingdomSimon Fraser Memorial event Opening of the new Memorial to the Crofters of Staffin The Simon Fraser Memorial Series is part of the Linn an Fhearainn / 100 Years of Community Ownership project. The series focuses on the stories of community owners, the change they created, and how their legacy might shape the future. It… Read More »Staffin Community Trust – Urras An Taobh Sear * Sùil nam Brà