03/09/2026
Yesterday, our Chief Bridge Builder, Edward Obi - Working for Aberdeen , TechIOSH, had the privilege of joining a fantastic panel at the Community Cohesion Network – The Aberdeen Conversation, held at King’s Church.
Edward was joined by:
• Isaac Poobalan – Provost and Rector,
St Andrews Cathedral Church and
Chaplain, Robert Gordon University
• Omar Al Hmdan – New Scot
• Andrew Hanton – Vice Chair,
Rosemount and Mile End Community
Council
The conversation centred around an important question:
What are the strengths, values and relationships that make Aberdeen the city it is, and how do we ensure they continue to flourish in the years ahead?
We explored what we should be proud of, what belonging really means, the concerns people have, and importantly, what gives us hope for Aberdeen's future.
For us at Diversity Bridge (SCIO), these conversations matter. Building a stronger Aberdeen isn't about everyone being the same. It's about recognising the different experiences, cultures and perspectives that make our city what it is — and finding ways to bring people together.
Because community cohesion doesn't happen by accident. We all have a role to play in building it. 🌉
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