It’s Lifelong Learning Week!

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The Open University is supporting Lifelong Learning Week, which is a celebration of the power of learning to transform peoples’ lives.

Coordinated by Festival of Learning, Lifelong Learning Week runs over 2-6 November 2020, and will be an annual event. The Campaign’s partners are also running online events and lectures that all are invited to participate in during the week.

If you’ve been inspired by Lifelong Learning week, why not start your new learning journey with free, online courses on the OU’s platform OpenLearn? Try something new or refresh your past learning today and see where it takes you.

Upcoming Events

May 21

CVSL Conference 2026: Voluntary Sector Leadership - what next?

Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 10:00 to 16:00

The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA

Join us at this year’s annual conference as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of CVSL. Together we’ll reflect on a decade of impact and look ahead to the next ten years, featuring insights and reflections from former CVSL directors.

Jun 2

Technology, Inclusion and Esports: Opening Up New Spaces of Participation

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - 10:30 to 12:30

Online and and in person at The Open University, Kents Hill, MK7 6BB

This event explores the relationship between technology, inclusion, and esports, examining how digital gaming environments can create new opportunities for participation, connection, and belonging in society and organisations.

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