Care Tech Unplugged 2

Care Tech Unplugged 2

Tuesday 21 April, 10:00–16:00 
The Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1TQ
Places: 30 available (curated group)
Link to register: https://luma.com/z63rkwuu  

A space to step away and explore what it actually takes for change to stick – not just to pilot or inspire, but to embed and endure. 

About the event 

Big challenges in care need fresh perspectives. But they also need something harder to find: an understanding of what it takes for change to endure in complex, real-world systems.   

Care Tech Unplugged 2 brings together a small group for a different kind of experience. Facilitated by the Glasgow School of Art, we’ll spend an immersive day exploring what actually makes change stick – the systems thinking, the human dimensions, the practical steps that turn pilots into embedded, sustainable work.   

Dr Amal Al Sayegh, Consultant Psychiatrist at NHS Lothian and QI Lead for Psychiatry in West Lothian, will ground our conversation in real-world system dynamics. She works every day within complex, high-pressure environments. Her insights will help us see where change is possible and what it takes to sustain it. 

Who should attend? 

If you’re working on implementation, wrestling with how to embed change, or trying to sustain something you’ve started – this is for you.  We’re curating a balance of voices: operational, strategic, and policy perspectives from across social care, housing, health, and related sectors. We’re keen to hear voices from across teams and roles. 

What you’ll take away 

You’ll be encouraged to think differently, and rediscover play as a route to serious work. You’ll come away with: 

  • Fresh ideas and new perspectives on what it takes to embed change 
  • New connections with people working across the sector  
  • A deeper understanding of systems thinking and your role within it 

Practicalities 

Date: 21 April 2026, 10:00–16:00 (arrivals from 09:30)
Location: The Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1TQ
Places: 30 available (curated group)
Food: Lunch and refreshments provided (dietary requirements accommodated)
Accessibility: The venue is accessible and has quiet spaces if you need to step out for a call. Please let us know if you need any support. 

To register 

Register your interest: https://luma.com/z63rkwuu  

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