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SUMMARY:Freelance Education Framework Live Launch
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Freelance Education Framework launch with keynotes\, workshops\, practical insights and networking over drinks.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is designed exclusively for individuals working within Further and Higher Education\, including both strategic and operational staff\, as well as freelance champions leading or supporting this agenda within their institutions.\n\nIt brings together those who are actively shaping how freelance careers are recognised\, supported\, and embedded across the education sector. Whether you’re influencing strategy\, delivering programmes\, or exploring how to strengthen provision\, this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of what effective freelance support looks like in practice.\n\nWe’ll be bringing together some of the leading minds in freelance support to share insights\, approaches\, and real-world experiences. Through keynote perspectives\, practical workshops\, and open discussion\, you’ll gain inspiration and tangible ideas to support implementation within your own context.\n\nBeyond the sessions\, the event creates space to connect with peers across institutions\, exchange ideas\, and build meaningful relationships. It’s a chance to align around a shared vision\, form new alliances\, and be part of a growing movement shaping the future of freelance support in education.\n\nDress code: smart casual.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/freelance-education-framework-live-launch/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Birmingham\, 3 Centenary Sq\, Birmingham\, B1 2DR
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Freelancer Club":MAILTO:support@thefreelancerclub.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Soft launch of the Freelancers' Education Framework
DESCRIPTION:CHEAD\, NAHEMI\, Enterprise Educators and the Freelancer Club will launch an important new framework for freelancers’ education this Summer. \nThe Freelance Education Framework (FEF) was developed to help institutions respond strategically to the growing number of graduates entering self-employment and portfolio careers. Co-created through a national Think Tank of senior leaders\, educators and sector bodies\, the Framework provides a structured\, institution-wide approach to embedding freelance capability into curricula\, careers provision and enterprise strategy.\n\nThis soft launch is designed for educators who want to move early\, shape internal conversations\, and position their institution at the forefront of freelance education ahead of the 2026 live launch. \nThis session is open to all CHEAD members and colleagues across the creative and wider HE/FE sector.\n\nParticipants will: \n\n\n 	Gain early access to the full Freelance Education Framework\n 	Understand the research\, consultation and methodology underpinning it\n 	Explore headline recommendations that will influence teaching\, employability and enterprise strategy\n 	Learn which senior stakeholders need to be engaged (PVCs\, Deans\, Careers\, Enterprise\, Finance)\n 	Consider practical budgeting and resourcing implications\n 	Access an action plan to begin implementation before the next academic year\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n 	Welcome & Context (Sandra Booth) Why freelance education matters now and the strategic opportunity for institutions.\n 	Origins & Methodology (Matthew Dowling) The Think Tank process\, consultation model and how the Framework was developed.\n 	Headline Outcomes & Institutional Implications (Matthew Dowling) Key recommendations and what they mean for curriculum design\, careers support and graduate outcomes.\n 	Influence & Internal Alignment (Prof. Catherine Dormor) Who needs to be in the room? Securing senior buy-in and cross-department collaboration.\n 	Budget & Resource Planning (Prof. Catherine Dormor) Embedding freelance capability within existing structures and funding frameworks.\n 	Q&A with Advisory Board & Co-Authors\n 	Next Steps (Matthew Dowling) Accessing the Framework\, signing the declaration of intent\, implementation resources\, and preview of the live launch.\n\nEarly Access Includes: \n\n\n 	Full Freelance Education Framework (digital copy)\n 	Institutional action plan template\n 	Stakeholder mapping guide and budget alignment advice\n 	Declaration of intent for early adopters\n 	Exclusive invitation to the national live launch\n\n\nFor institutions serious about graduate futures\, this is an opportunity to get ahead of the curve and help shape a sector-wide movement.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/soft-launch-of-the-freelancers-education-framework/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="CHEAD":MAILTO:matt@thefreelancerclub.co.uk
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