Published on:
29
September 2025
The Council is working with our partners to plan a week of events and activities to mark Challenge Poverty Week 2025.
The Clackmannanshire Tackling Poverty Partnership’s ambition is for all people in Clackmannanshire to live longer in good health by reducing inequalities and child poverty.
The aim of the week, which is a national campaign led by the Poverty Alliance, is to raise awareness of the impacts of poverty and to share information on the local projects and services which support individuals and families.
Here in Clackmannanshire there are a number of events being held, for professionals looking to network and boost their knowledge and for the public seeking advice and information.
These include a knowledge exchange for professionals, which will look to raise awareness about organisations in Clackmannanshire supporting people to access life's essentials. Tickets are available here
There is also an invite-only event hosted by the Council and Financially Included themed around the links between violence against women and girls and poverty.
Events open to the public include a Young People & Families One Stop Shop at The Hive, Alloa, from 10am – noon on Monday, 6 October; the ‘Community Visions’ Art Exhibition launch at the Spiers Centre, Alloa from 2pm to 3pm on Thursday, 9 October and climate themed activities for young people and families are running throughout the week at Gartmorn Dam.
Council Leader and Chair of the Clackmannanshire Alliance, Councillor Ellen Forson said: "In Clackmannanshire, we are committed to tackling the injustice of poverty and helping to make sure everyone has the chance to thrive and look forward to a brighter future.
“I’m really pleased to be working with our partners at the Knowledge Exchange so we can join forces and take action together to end poverty in our communities.
“I’d love to see as many local people as possible getting involved in Challenge Poverty Week activities. It’s a great chance to find out about the support that’s out there and to come together to build a fairer, stronger Clackmannanshire for everyone.”
Please keep an eye on our socials and website for details on Challenge Poverty Week events and information.