Living Wage Week 2024
the real Living Wage movement
This year the Living Wage network came together to celebrate its fantastic work across the 4-10th November.
Below you can see some of the highlights, all made possible by our amazing network of employers and supporters.
You can also download our Living Wage Week Guide for ideas on how to join in and show your support for a real Living Wage. Get in touch with us if you have an idea for celebrating your commitment.
During the week, we welcomed new employers and shared blogs and articles related to the campaign. We also visited accredited employers with Scottish Government Ministers and local councillors to highlight their commitment. With your help, we got our social media channels buzzing!
Don't forget to download our Living Wage Week Guide and look out for your digital pack from the Living Wage Foundation.
LIVING WAGE WEEK EVENTS
Become an employer of choice - Tues 5 November, Glasgow Caledonian University
Learn how to attract top talent, create a positive work culture, and stand out as a desirable employer in this interactive workshop!
A range of experts will showcase examples of good practice in the workplace focusing on flexible working, the 4-day working week, employee health and wellbeing and the benefits of Living Wage accreditation and the associated Living Hours and Living Pension schemes.
This free event will include group discussions and a networking lunch. This event is open to any organisation that employs people in Scotland. Find out more by following the booking link.
Welcome to the living wage foundation - Tues 5 November
This is an online event open to recently accredited Living Wage employers, running from 3pm.
Join us for an inspiring and engaging session designed for newly accredited Living Wage employers. This event will highlight the value of your accreditation, showcase success stories from businesses and provide you with a roadmap for deepening your engagement with the Living Wage movement.
Scottish Borders Living Wage Week Business Breakfast - Wed 6 November
Members of the Scottish Borders Living Wage Action Group are delighted to invite you to an exclusive Business Breakfast Event from 8 am - 10 am.
Hosted by the Convener of Scottish Borders Council and held in celebration of Living Wage Week 2024 at Inspire Learning: Tweedbank - this promises to be a lively and informative morning.
Living Hours: Good for Business, Good for Workers, Good for Society
- Wed 6 November
Join us on Wednesday 6th November at 1 pm - 2pm to learn more about why Living Hours accreditation is good for business, good for workers and good for society.
In this webinar, attendees will learn why Living Hours matter with statistical input and expert speakers, followed by a Q&A.
Celebrate Living Wage Week in Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire - Thurs 7 November
This event is open to all employers in the area to celebrate the progress of the movement and to find out more about accreditation and the benefits of the real Living Wage. Join a range of speakers from 10am till 11.30am at the offices of AAB in Kingswell.
The event offers a Q&A opportunity and is followed by a networking session. Refreshments on arrival.
Living Wage Information Session for EVH Members - Fri 8 November
EVH members are invited to an information session to learn more on the methodology of the real Living Wage calculation and the benefits of Living Wage accreditation. The panel of speakers includes accredited employers who will discuss their experiences of the real Living Wage
This is a hybrid event offering EVH members the chance to join by Zoom or attend in person. Refreshments from 8.30am.
Dundee celebrates Living Wage Week - Fri 8 November
The Dundee Living Wage Action Group welcomes you to this drop-in session hosted by Alison at Social Security Scotland. This event is aimed at all Living Wage accredited employers in Dundee who would like to learn more about Living Hours initiative.
Both Living Hours accredited employers, Social Security Scotland and CAB will be present to provide information and answer any questions. Come along and join in, 12pm – 2pm.