If you want to see your college to stop being complacent in its role in injustice, this training is for you!
Cambridge’s 31 colleges collectively hold investments totalling a massive £5.58 billion. Yet, despite 73% of UK universities having divested from fossil fuels, only 6 colleges have taken this step, and only 4 have divested from arms. Is your college one of them?
Join us for Ethical Finance Training delivered by SOS-UK to learn about divestment, ethical investment and driving positive change in your college’s financial strategies.
Date: Wednesday, 29th January 2025
Time: 4pm-7pm
Location: Cambridge Students Union - SU Lounge
Empower yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to advocate for responsible and impactful financial decisions. Sign up today!
Who should attend?
This training is tailored for anyone who is already involved or wants to be involved ensuring your colleges investments are generating an ethical and sustainable present and future for all. Whether you're planning a campaign for this year or just looking to learn more, this training will provide valuable insight into the financial systems of colleges and responsible investment practices.
What you'll gain
This training not only presents you with core ethical finance knowledge, it's also a great way to get the tools necessary to kickstart your own divestment or reinvestment campaign. Find out how the regional trainings went!
Participants will:
- Build basic financial literacy: understand the fundamentals of Higher Education investments and how universities manage their funds.
- Develop confidence: gain the skills to engage confidently in discussions about ethical investment and divestment at committee level.
- Learn about sustainability advocacy: give you the tools to advocate for investments that align with ethical values and promote sustainability.
- Meet peers and join our network: meet like-minded JCRs and students, sharing experiences and strategies for creating positive change both in your colleges and collectively for the University of Cambridge.
How to apply
To apply for a place at a training session, from 4pm - 7pm on Wednesday the 29th of January 2025, please complete this application form. We will confirm your place as soon as possible. Feel free to apply and only attend a part of the training.
Join us in learning, networking and making a difference. Let's work together to ensure our colleges invest sustainably and ethically!
If you have any questions about the training please contact me at jo.campling@sos-uk.org.