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Events
Mon, 13th November, 5.30pm
Edinburgh Communities Climate Action Network (ECCAN) Meeting 5.30pm – 8.30pm Mon 13 Nov
Meet other citizens seeking to tackle climate disruption through practical local action and enjoy a community meal. Vote for the trustees of the voluntary organisation bringing together community led groups in Edinburgh. Book your ticket – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edinburgh-climate-action-networking-event-and-inaugural-members-meeting-tickets-730416574637
A special event at 138-140 Pleasance Edinburgh EH8 9RR full of networking conversations. Learn from each other, collaborate on projects, and strengthen collective efforts.
Inaugural Members’ Meeting starts at 6pm
This meeting will formally vote on adoption of the Draft Constitution as a two-tier charity to be incorporated as a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO).
Constitution of ECCAN (Draft) – https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YdL_sAMM1BQmzlgy9JDHknDa1AvZc9tp/edit
ECCAN Trustee Nominations – https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eCfgW9Y1YRlIYkBJ-Vg-vbT92L-rTKpKZj-2ELEnNBU/edit
Then registered members will elect six of the 12 people who offer to serve as trustees of the charity. Details pasted below.
Useful Links / background docs
Join ECCAN as a member here – https://sccan.scot/edinburghcan/become-an-ecan-member/
See latest ECCAN News just out – https://mailchi.mp/2e455d2ad368/ecan-news-and-more-12805265
SCCAN’s video on how community led works in practice – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSBaK3iaq5s
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Mon, 20th November, 6.30pm
Meeting – Actions
Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge
In a room without religious symbols or images.
Accessibility – Main entrance has four steps with a handrail. A ramp can be placed for access via a door on the right of the building – ring the bell for attention.
Joining Online – on Zoom
Click here to go to a form. After filling it in, an email with the Zoom link will be sent automatically.
Augustine United Church has a wall-mounted screen connected to a camera and microphone.
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