Cost of Living , Equality and Opportunity: Creating Inclusive Solutions

This year's Annual Conference will bring together individuals, community organisations, public sector representatives, policymakers, political leaders, academics, and people with lived experience to explore the impact of the cost-of-living crisis and the importance of equality and opportunity in building inclusive communities. While recognising that rising living costs affect everyone, the conference will pay particular attention to the disproportionate challenges experienced by ethnic minority communities and other marginalised groups, especially women.

The conference will also mark a significant milestone for ANYiSO as we celebrate our 10th anniversary, recognising a decade of supporting and empowering ethnic minority communities across Glasgow and beyond. This celebration provides an opportunity to reflect on the achievements made over the past ten years, share learning, and strengthen partnerships to address current and future challenges.

This event will provide a platform to amplify lived experiences, encourage collaboration, and influence service planning and delivery at local, national, and governmental levels.

Conference Aims

The conference aims to:

• Explore the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on individuals, families, communities, and organisations, with particular consideration of the experiences of ethnic minority communities and women.
• Examine the role of equality and opportunity in reducing inequalities and creating pathways for social and economic inclusion.
• Highlight the voices and lived experiences of people directly affected by poverty, financial hardship, and other barriers to participation.
• Showcase good practice and innovative approaches that promote fairness, inclusion, and community resilience.
• Encourage collaboration between communities, policymakers, public bodies, and the voluntary sector to develop practical and sustainable solutions.
• Celebrate ANYiSO's 10 years of service and its contribution to empowering and supporting people including ethnic minority communities across Glasgow.
• Inspire collective action towards building a more equal, inclusive, and opportunity-rich society where everyone can thrive.

· 📅 Date: 6th August 2026

· 🕓 Time: from 10am to 2pm

· 📍 Venue: In-person at Bridge Garden Centre, 60 Washington Street, Glasgow. G3 8AZ

· Due to limited space and to help us planning various round tables discussion ahead of time and for catering purpose, we request that you reserve your space as soon and advise that spaces are limited and we operate first come first served ticket.