Scotland's Annual Human Rights Conference: Our Rights. Your Move.
Scotland's Annual Human Rights Conference 2026, titled "Our Rights. Your Move.", is organized by the Human Rights Consortium Scotland. This event aims to influence Scotland's law, policy, practice, and culture ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in May 2026.
The conference will cover key topics such as human rights priorities for the devolved nations, international mechanisms and monitoring, the Scottish public sector response, migrants' rights, children's rights, and UK human rights priorities. Sessions will include workshops, discussions on cultural rights, updates on the Scottish National Action Plan 2, and political hustings.
Attendees will have opportunities for networking, engaging with notable speakers, and participating in workshops designed to address pressing human rights issues in Scotland. The event is expected to gather 200–250 delegates from civil society organizations, community groups, government, public authorities, the legal profession, the private sector, and academia.
This conference is ideal for individuals and organizations committed to advancing human rights in Scotland. Participants will gain insights into current challenges, contribute to shaping future policies, and connect with a diverse network of professionals dedicated to human rights advocacy.
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Speakers(9)
Alan Miller
Professor of Practice in Human Rights at University of Strathclyde
Alan Miller is a Professor of Practice in Human Rights at the University of Strathclyde, contributing to human rights education and advocacy.
Angela O'Hagan
Chair at Scottish Commission for Human Rights
Angela O'Hagan serves as the Chair of the Scottish Commission for Human Rights, leading efforts to protect and promote human rights in Scotland.
Gil Long
Chair at Human Rights Consortium Scotland
Gil Long is the Chair of the Human Rights Consortium Scotland, leading efforts to promote and defend human rights across the nation.
Helen Trew
Representative at Art27
Helen Trew represents Art27, an organization dedicated to promoting cultural rights and artistic expression as fundamental human rights.
Hussein Patwa
Co-Chair at SNAP 2
Hussein Patwa serves as co-chair of SNAP 2, focusing on advancing human rights initiatives in Scotland.
Kaukab Stewart
Minister for Equalities at Scottish Government
Kaukab Stewart MSP is the Minister for Equalities in the Scottish Government, focusing on policies to promote equality and human rights.
Nick Bland
Co-Chair at SNAP 2
Nick Bland co-chairs SNAP 2, leading efforts to implement Scotland's National Action Plan for Human Rights.
Professor Alan Miller
Professor at University of Strathclyde
Professor Alan Miller is a faculty member at the University of Strathclyde, specializing in human rights law and international justice.
Professor Angela O’Hagan
Chair at Scottish Human Rights Commission
Professor Angela O’Hagan serves as the Chair of the Scottish Human Rights Commission, overseeing initiatives to uphold human rights standards in Scotland.
Event Details
- Date
- February 3, 2026
- Location
- 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Technology and Innovation Centre, University of Strathclyde
- Pricing
- Unknown
- Audience
- Civil society organizations, community groups, government officials, public authorities, legal professionals, private sector representatives, academics
- Attendees
- 200–250 delegates