Positive Change Week 2026

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Monday 2 - Friday 6 March 2026

We are excited to present, the annual Positive Change Week, the University’s biggest celebration of diversity, sustainability and positive impact. This year, the week will run from Monday 2 March – Friday 6 March 2026 and features an exciting programme of events led by staff and students, to celebrate our diverse community and showcase positive change at our campuses and beyond!

Positive Change Week is focused on the theme of sustainability, with each of our events linked to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals; showcasing our commitment to addressing global challenges.

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Sustainability in Research Forum

On 3 March 2026, Dr Seth Robinson and the Wellcome Trust Reimaging Research Practices Team, are hosting an interdisciplinary forum on Sustainability in Research across Lancaster University.

By the end of the day, you will leave with a renewed sense of incorporating environmental sustainability in research and a network of cross-departmental connections to support sustainable practices in research.

Book your free place on the event webpage.

Positive Change Week events

Take a look at ways you can get involved with our dedicated events calendar below.

2nd Feb

Wellbeing Woodland Walk

Monday 2 February 2026, 12:15pm to 12:45pm
9th Feb

Wellbeing Woodland Walk

Monday 9 February 2026, 12:15pm to 12:45pm
16th Feb

Wellbeing Woodland Walk

Monday 16 February 2026, 12:15pm to 12:45pm
23rd Feb

The World is Not Enough: Accounting for Environmental Externalities in the New Space Economy

Monday 23 February 2026, 11:00am to 12:00pm
23rd Feb

Wellbeing Woodland Walk

Monday 23 February 2026, 12:15pm to 12:45pm
2nd Mar

Wellbeing Woodland Walk

Monday 2 March 2026, 12:15pm to 12:45pm
3rd Mar

Sustainability in Research Forum

Tuesday 3 March 2026, 10:00am to 3:00pm
9th Mar

Wellbeing Woodland Walk

Monday 9 March 2026, 12:15pm to 12:45pm
16th Mar

Wellbeing Woodland Walk

Monday 16 March 2026, 12:15pm to 12:45pm

More Events

Other activities...

In addition to the many events happening, there will be other activities helping to create Positive Change around campus.

Foodbank collection

Lancaster University Conferences and Events team are hosting a foodbank collection for Morecambe Bay Foodbank. Donations can be dropped off at the Conferences and Events office (next door to Subway on campus).

Sustainability masterclass for businesses

The Pentland Centre for Sustainability in Business are running a Transforming Tomorrow Masterclass with Dr Paul Young on Wednesday 4 March, designed for businesses in NW England to gain insights and understanding on key sustainability topics from leading professionals.

Library collection

Lancaster University Library have curated a selection of sustainability books and resources for Global Positive Change Week and these will be displayed in the library foyer during the week.

Positive Change Week captures the spirit of Lancaster University’s commitment to shaping a more sustainable future. It’s inspiring to see our students and staff working together to turn bold ideas into real-world impact. The creativity and determination remind us that meaningful change begins within our own community.

A quote from Professor Simon Guy - Pro-Vice-Chancellor Global (Digital, International and Sustainability)

Previous years

Find out more about some of the activities that have taken place in previous years.

  • COP26 Week

    Learn more about our COP26 at Lancaster Festival where we brought together leading voices on climate change issues.

  • COP27 Week

    Learn more about what we did to celebrate COP27 - and the research and insight from our world-leading academic experts.

  • Positive Change Week 2023

    Learn more about our Positive Change Week 2023, a week of celebrating positive impact and sustainability on campus.

  • Positive Change Week 2025

    Discover the events and sustainable projects that took place during Positive Change Week 2025.