Introducing the 2025 Producing the Future Cohort
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Introducing the 2025 Producing the Future Cohort

As our Producing the Future programme for 2025 officially launched last week, we are thrilled to introduce the new cohort of seven emerging event producers, who have set out on an exciting journey into the dynamic world of events. A New Chapter for Producing the Future Each year, Producing the Future offers emerging event producers…

Be United – Recruiting a New Chair of Trustees 
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Be United – Recruiting a New Chair of Trustees 

Join Us at a Defining Moment for Be United  This is an exciting time for Be United. Having recently secured £559,829 in Multi-Year Funding from Creative Scotland, we are entering a new phase of growth, and we’re looking for a bold, strategic leader to help shape our next chapter. As Chair of Trustees, you will…

Creative Partnerships Conference 2025: Full Programme Announced!
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Creative Partnerships Conference 2025: Full Programme Announced!

Be United is thrilled to unveil the full programme for the Creative Partnerships Conference 2025, Scotland’s premier networking and professional development event for Black creatives. Taking place on Friday, 21st February 2025, at the Advanced Research Centre, University of Glasgow, this free, day-long event will bring together leading industry professionals, artists, and change-makers to share…

Dr Eunice Olumide to Deliver Keynote at Be United’s Creative Partnerships Conference 2025
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Dr Eunice Olumide to Deliver Keynote at Be United’s Creative Partnerships Conference 2025

We’re beyond excited to announce that Edinburgh born Dr Eunice Olumide, author, supermodel, art curator, actress and recipient of an MBE for services to broadcasting, the arts, and charity, will share her insights and experiences as part of a keynote address at the conference. One of the most influential figures in British arts and culture,…

Be United’s Multi-Year Funding Announcement

Be United’s Multi-Year Funding Announcement

This is a defining moment for Be United. We are incredibly proud and excited to share that we’ve secured £559,829 in Multi-Year Funding from Creative Scotland, an investment that will power the next three years of our work to drive equity, innovation and creativity in Scotland’s arts sector. This moment is more than just a…

Be United End-of-Year Blog Post: Reflecting on a Historic Year

Be United End-of-Year Blog Post: Reflecting on a Historic Year

As 2024, our 10th anniversary year, comes to a close, we are reflecting on an incredible year of growth, milestones, and achievements. Every event we hosted was sold out, demonstrating once again the amazing support we receive from you, our community! Thank you for being part of this journey over the past decade. Together, we…

My Experience as a Media and Communications Intern at Be United
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My Experience as a Media and Communications Intern at Be United

Hello! I’m Mati Namory, a 4th-year PR and Marketing student, and I’d like to share my experience interning as a Media and Communications Assistant at Be United. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’ve learned so much throughout my time with the organisation. From day one, I was welcomed into a team that was amazing….

Celebrating 10 Years of Be United: Trustee Ben Chinchen’s Inspiring Speech

Celebrating 10 Years of Be United: Trustee Ben Chinchen’s Inspiring Speech

Celebrating 10 Years of Be United: Trustee Ben Chinchen’s Inspiring Speech At “Be United Presents: 10 Years of History “ on October 25th at Johnnie Walker Princes Street, Trustee Ben Chinchen delivered a heartfelt speech that expressed the essence of Be United’s mission, growth, and impact over the past decade. Here’s a look into Ben’s…

Be United Welcomes New Treasurer and Non-Executive Director to Strengthen Leadership Team in its 10th Anniversary Year

Be United Welcomes New Treasurer and Non-Executive Director to Strengthen Leadership Team in its 10th Anniversary Year

Be United is proud to announce the appointment of two new key members to its leadership team. As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening the organisation and building a sustainable future, we welcome Zarine Manekshaw as the new Treasurer for Be United (SCIO) and Lara Banjo as the newly appointed Non-Executive Director (NED) for…