UPCOMING EVENTS
We host inclusive events, from workshops to community celebrations, that serve as moments of connection, learning, and community care. Every gathering is designed to make everyone feel welcome while empowering and uplifting lives across Scotland.
Safe Steps Alliance – Migrant Empowerment Workshop
Moving to a new country is brave, and you don’t have to do it alone. Join De La Colina’s Safe Steps Alliance for a free, community-driven workshop designed to help migrants and newcomers find their footing, build confidence, and thrive in the UK.
Learn about:
- Applying for jobs & building a UK-standard CV
- Switching visas and understanding your rights
- Starting or growing a small business
- Accessing support networks and local opportunities
- Free Entry | Travel Support Available
- Friday, 15 November 2025
- Glasgow
EmpowerHer – Community Empowerment Day
Join us for a joyful community event celebrating menstrual health and inclusion. Expect engaging workshops, open discussions, and a warm atmosphere filled with music, food, and laughter.
Highlights:
- Menstrual Health Education + PMDD Awareness
- Fun games & community networking
- Free period products and informational resources
- Delicious refreshments & family-friendly activities
- Free Entry | Travel Support Available
- Friday, 15 November 2025
- 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Garthamlock & Craigend Parish Church, G33 5DB, Glasgow.
Our Past Events
Every event, whether in person or online, tells a story of hope, courage, and community.
Here at De La Colina C.I.C., we’ve hosted conversations, workshops, and digital gatherings that have brought people together from all walks of life.
EmpowerHer Online Series – Let’s Talk Periods (July, August, September 2025)
An honest and empowering three-part virtual series where women, girls, and healthcare professionals came together to talk about menstrual health, hygiene, and confidence. The sessions featured open discussions on period stigma, PMDD awareness, and self-care during the cycle.
Highlights:
- Over 30 attendees from across Scotland and Nigeria
- Menstrual Health Q&A with healthcare professionals
- Shared stories from women living with PMDD
- Free digital resource pack on menstrual wellbeing
I learned that periods are not something to hide, but something to understand and embrace.”
– Participant feedback
Safe Steps Virtual Workshop – “Your Future in the UK” (September 2023)
A free online session that guided migrants through employment, visa transition, and community integration in the UK. Speakers included immigration advisors, career coaches, and migrants who shared their personal journeys.
Highlights:
- 100+ participants from 10 different nationalities
- Real-time Q&A with visa experts
- Downloadable employment guide for migrants
- 15 follow-up mentorship sign-ups
“This workshop gave me clarity and confidence to apply for my first job in Scotland.” –
Participant testimonial
Community Wellness Webinar – “Caring for the Carers” (October 2023)
This online wellbeing session focused on supporting caregivers, volunteers, and frontline workers with tools for self-care and emotional resilience. Participants learned relaxation techniques, stress management tips, and how to build peer-to-peer support systems.
Highlights:
- 75 caregivers trained
- Guided mindfulness session with a mental health coach
- Free downloadable “Wellbeing Toolkit”
- Volunteer appreciation certificates
Community Connection Week (December 2024)
A week-long series of online micro-sessions designed to bring people together during the winter months. Each day focused on one theme: gratitude, wellbeing, belonging, and giving back. Participants joined from their homes to reflect, connect, and set intentions for the year ahead.
“Even online, I felt part of something bigger, a community that truly cares.”
– Community member
What We Have Learned So Far
Every event, whether on Zoom, Instagram Live, or in our local community halls, reminds us that compassion travels even through a screen. These gatherings have built friendships, sparked projects, and inspired action that continues to ripple across our community.
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