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Information Session: Access to Elected Office Fund Scotland

A digital invitation banner from Inclusion Scotland. At the top right is the Inclusion Scotland logo with the text “Disabled People’s Organisation.” The main heading reads “You’re Invited.” Subheading: “Information Session: Access to Elected Office Fund Scotland for disabled people.” The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 6th May 2025, from 10:30am to 2:30pm at Raddison Blu, Glasgow. On the left is a photo of a young person in a campaign setting, celebrating with raised arms and wearing a rosette, surrounded by smiling adults. On the right is an image of a "Polling Station" sign fixed to a brick wall. At the bottom is a blue link: “Visit https://bit.ly/AEOFS-Launch to book your place.”

You’re Invited

Are you interested in Scottish politics or thinking about standing for election? Join us on 6 May for the launch of the Access to Elected Office Fund, which supports disabled people to run for elected office. Find out how the Fund works and help shape our Manifesto for Inclusion ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.

📍 Radisson Blu, Glasgow

🕥 10.30am–2.30pm

Register by 25 April: https://bit.ly/AEOFS-Launch

What to Expect

What is the Access to Elected Office Fund?
Find out how this vital fund supports disabled people to stand for elected office — including what support is available, how it works, and how to apply.

Launching Our Manifesto for Inclusion
Be among the first to see our draft manifesto and help shape its priorities for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.

Interactive Workshop
Join a dynamic session exploring key issues, challenges and solutions facing disabled people seeking elected office. Your input will help shape real change.

Lunch & Networking
Enjoy a relaxed lunch, get to know other disabled people and stakeholders, and build connections that support your political journey.

 

Access & Support

Radisson Blu is wheelchair accessible. You can learn more about the venue here: Hotels in Glasgow near SSE Hydro | Radisson Blu Hotel Glasgow

  • Live captioning will be provided
  • Personal assistants will be available on the day
  • Seating and breaks are built into the programme
  • Refreshments will be provided on arrival, with lunch provided
  • This is a hybrid event so attendees will be able to join online. More information will be provided in due course.

Let us know any additional access needs when you register and we’ll do everything we can to support you.

Masks will be provided for those who would like to use them. We ask that event attendees refrain from attending the in-person event if they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 and other airborne illnesses such as colds and flu.

Travel & Expenses

We can reimburse reasonable travel costs. If you have questions about this, get in touch with us at: members@inclusionscotland.org

 

For more information and to book your place visit: https://bit.ly/AEOFS-Launch

Inclusion Scotland
Robertson House
152 Bath St
Glasgow
G2 4TB
Charity Number SC031619

info@inclusionscotland.org
0131 370 6700