The New Politics of Giving
Thursday 21 August 16:30 - 18:00
Scottish Parliament, Committee Room 3
Free Ticketed Event - available in advance or on the day (subject to booking fee).
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Philanthropy is becoming increasingly important, both globally and within the UK, with a growing number of 'new' philanthropists, such as Bill Gates, complimenting the work of established charitable foundations. But what political influence is the new breed of philanthropist and 'philanthrocapital-ists' having upon public policy agendas both nationally and internationally?
Join Mike Edwards, The Ford Foundation, philanthropist Sigrid Rausing, and Lenka Setkova, Carnegie UK Trust, as they debate the new politics of giving. Chaired by Magnus Linklater, editor of The Times (Scotland).
*Courtesy of Third Sector Magazine and Newscast.
Power to the People
Friday 22 August 16:30 - 18:00
Scottish Parliament, Committee Room 1
Free Ticketed Event - available in advance or on the day (subject to booking fee)
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Can citizens, working through civil society organisations, influence the decisions which impact on our lives? Do the State, the media, the super-wealthy and multinational corporations have too much influence upon society?
Rajiv Joshi, Non-Executive Director of Civicus, Dave Morris, Director of Ramblers Scotland, Stuart Etherington, Director of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO), and Diane Leat, Consultant to the Carnegie UK Trust, discuss who holds the power and how civil society organisations can have influence. Chaired by Geoff Mulgan, Chair of the Carnegie Commission on the Future of Civil Society, Director of the Young Foundation and former Head of Policy at 10 Downing Street.
Youth Politics Festival: Think Global; Speak LocaL
Saturday 23 August 10:30 - 16:00
Carnegie College Conference Centre, Dunfermline and at Committee Room 3, Scottish Parliament. Free. If you would like to participate contact
info@carnegiefestival.com Please note places for this event will be limited
What's the most important global issue for young people in Scotland today? Human rights? Poverty? Climate change? Are you between 12 and 25* and want your opinions heard? Then come along to this unique event, make your views known and tell the Scottish Parliament what you think. This isn't for those who want to sit quietly and just listen to politicians - your participation is essential! Look out for e-voting, speed info-dating, satellite link-up with young people in other locations, and a special guest speaker. In association with YouthLink Scotland, Scottish Youth Parliament, Scotland's Commissioner for Children and Young People and Young Scot.
*If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Carnegie Question Time
Friday 22 August 19:00 - 21:00
The Glen Pavilion, Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline
Free unticketed Event
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Celebrating the 120th anniversary of the UK publication of Andrew Carnegie's book Triumphant Democracy, this special Carnegie Question Time will focus upon the issue of 'the special relationship' between the UK and the USA. What will be the impact of the US Presidential elections? Is the special relationship still important? What would be the implications of Scottish independence on this? How important is the legacy of Carnegie globally today - from peace to philanthropy?
The Rt. Hon George Reid, former Presiding Officer, will be joined in debate by Robert Kagan, Author and Senior Associate, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Charlie Whelan, Gordon Brown's former 'spin doctor' and Political Director, Unite and Lesley Riddoch, award winning writer, commentator and broadcaster.
A life in Politics: George Galloway
Saturday 23 August 19:30 - 21:00
Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline
Tickets £5 (subject to booking fee) - available from Carnegie Hall Box Office
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George Galloway inspires a remarkable mix of emotions. One of the most visible backbenchers in the House of Commons, with a reputation as a snappy dresser, a teetotaller and a pugnacious orator, he has sparked controversy throughout his political life in Scotland, London's East End and Westminster.
Join BBC Today programme presenter and former BBC Economic's Editor Evan Davis as he explores the colourful political career of George Galloway from his time as the youngest constituency party secretary in Dundee in 1972, and then the youngest Chairman of the Scottish Labour Party to his famous expulsion from the Labour Party in October 2003 and now as the Respect Member of Parliament for the London constituency of Bethnal Green and Bow.