Pupil Conference
Scotland in the 21st Century: A Changing Nation?
Wednesday 12th June 2013
10.30 – 15.00
Hosted by the National Museum of Scotland and supported by the Scottish Parliament Education Service this will be an exciting opportunity for senior pupils (S4-6) to take part in discussion, activities and debate.
How is Scotland changing? What effects will the changes have on our culture, economy, communities
and the very landscape we inhabit? Find out about the issues and get involved in this big debate.
Speakers:
Chair: Lesley Riddoch
Speakers/ workshop leaders:
Gerry Hassan, writer and political commentatorwww.gerryhassan.com
Andy Wightman, writer and land rights campaigner
Michael Keating, Professor of Politics, University of Aberdeen; recently published, The Independence of Scotland: Self-government and the Shifting Politics of Union.
Emily Sharp, MSYP for Shetland
The event will include workshop sessions, pupil interaction, Q&A with panel and the opportunity for pupils to think about how changes in Scotland might affect their own lives.
This free event is open to all Scottish Schools.
Please book by emailing schools@nms.ac.uk or phoning 0131 247 4041
Places are limited to 200 pupils so please book promptly to avoid disappointment.
Too far to travel?
Let us know and we will use new media to ensure your voice is heard.
