What is esoc
ESOC is Scotland’s leading multicultural network, built to bring young people together through culture, community and opportunity.
At its core, ESOC operates through three connected pillars:
ESOC Schools, where student leaders create inclusive spaces within their schools
ESOC Opportunities, which connects young people to real pathways across industries
ESOC Community, where culture is celebrated through events, shared experiences and collaboration.
More than an organisation, ESOC is a growing movement - a family of cultures united by the belief that by understanding one another, we can build stronger communities and shape future leaders across Scotland.
1st ever ESOC (formerly ASOC) meeting and members
circa October 2023
ESOC’s History
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ESOC began as a simple idea between two students - Zibusiso Lujika Dube and Adam Nanabhay - shaped by their own experiences growing up in Scotland with Southern African roots.
At school, they recognised a gap: while diversity existed, there were few spaces where cultures could be openly shared, understood and celebrated.
What started as a conversation became a commitment - to create something that would bring people together, not just in theory, but in practice.
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Originally launched as ASOC (Africa Scotland Opportunities Committee), the initiative started within their own school, with a small group of students coming together to share cultures, host discussions and build a sense of belonging.
Early meetings were simple but powerful - students connecting, learning and realising they were not alone.
What began as a local effort quickly showed its potential to grow beyond a single school.
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As the vision expanded, so did the scope.
ASOC evolved into ESOC - Ethnic Scotland Opportunities Committee - reflecting a broader mission to represent and unite cultures from all backgrounds across Scotland.
With this shift came structure: ESOC Schools, ESOC Opportunities and ESOC Community.
What started in one school is now growing into a national network - connecting students, creating opportunities and building a movement rooted in culture, collaboration and leadership.
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