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Deutsche Bank / Foundation Scotland – Small Grants Fund
Deutsche Bank and Foundation Scotland are pleased to announce their Small Grants Fund for 2013. Deutsche Bank’s youth engagement programme aims to prevent youth unemployment by supporting exciting opportunities that engage young people – enabling them to fulfill their potential. If you are a local voluntary or community group based and operating in Edinburgh or
OPFS: New training schedule for May, June and July 2013
Training from One Parent Families Scotland Do you work with single parents? April 2013 has seen the implementation of many of the welfare reform changes including the ‘bedroom tax’ and the benefit cap. Never has it been more important for professionals working with families to have an understanding of these changes, how they are likely
Vacancy: Simpson House Training – Course Tutor
Due to continued expansion CrossReach is now recruiting for the Simpson House Training Team. They have a vacancy for a: Self employed Course Tutor on the Diploma in Higher Education Counselling Children & Young People
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Consultations
Moving Around Leith
Moving Around Leith is an opportunity for people in Leith to voice opinions on what they consider to be important roads and transport issues in the area. The idea of the forum is to gather views from local residents and businesses and we hope to see as many local people there as possible. McDonald Road Library Wednesday 29th
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Events
Moving Around Leith
Moving Around Leith is an opportunity for people in Leith to voice opinions on what they consider to be important roads and transport issues in the area. The idea of the forum is to gather views from local residents and businesses and we hope to see as many local people there as possible. McDonald Road Library Wednesday 29th
Elimination and Prevention of all Forms of Violence Against Women and Girls – Bringing it Home
Thursday 6th June 2013 from 11:00 to 15:00, in Edinburgh This event will focus on the priority theme from the UN’s 57th Commission on the Status of Women – the elimination and prevention of all forms of violence against women and girls, and will consider how this affects women and girls in Scotland. FREE event.
Launch Event for New Report: ‘Spending cuts: Mitigating the risks to Scotland’s disadvantaged communities’
Date: Thursday 30 May 2013 at 5pm Venue: The Deeprose Theatre, Govan Mbeki Building, Glasgow Caledonian University, Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow G4 0BA This project – funded by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation – focused on the decision-making practices of five Scottish local authorities when reducing their spending on public services and the social risks arising from
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Freebies
BSL free taster sessions
Please see the flier below for details about British Sign Language Taster Sessions being held by Score Scotland. These are free BSL Awareness Training Sessions for BME Community Groups in the Edinburgh & Lothians area
Elimination and Prevention of all Forms of Violence Against Women and Girls – Bringing it Home
Thursday 6th June 2013 from 11:00 to 15:00, in Edinburgh This event will focus on the priority theme from the UN’s 57th Commission on the Status of Women – the elimination and prevention of all forms of violence against women and girls, and will consider how this affects women and girls in Scotland. FREE event.
Free energy advice from Energy Saving Scotland
Funded by the Scottish Government, the Energy Saving Scotland advice centre offers a full range of sustainable energy advice, covering energy efficiency, water efficiency waste prevention as well as transport and small-scale renewables. We are keen to work with individuals and organisations across Scotland to raise awareness of energy saving, carbon emissions and the grants
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Funding
Deutsche Bank / Foundation Scotland – Small Grants Fund
Deutsche Bank and Foundation Scotland are pleased to announce their Small Grants Fund for 2013. Deutsche Bank’s youth engagement programme aims to prevent youth unemployment by supporting exciting opportunities that engage young people – enabling them to fulfill their potential. If you are a local voluntary or community group based and operating in Edinburgh or
Legacy 2014 Active Places Fund
The Legacy 2014 Active Places Fund supports the Scottish Government’s legacy ambitions to encourage more people to be active and take part in sport. The Fund will do this by providing funding for capital projects which create or improve places in local communities where people can go to get active. Grants of up to 50%
CSV Action Earth 2013 – ‘Grab a Grant’
CSV’s Action Earth 2013 campaign is helping to get people and communities busy outdoors. They have grants available of up to £500 to give to groups of volunteers who are carrying out environmental projects in Scotland. Grants of up to £250 are available for practical activities that involve volunteers in improving outdoor spaces or creating habitats for wildlife. Grants can
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Miscellaneous
WRVS announces change to Royal Voluntary Service
WRVS has announced some important changes: Today we are celebrating 75 years since the founding of this remarkable Charity. Throughout those years, we have provided practical hands on support to communities across England, Scotland and Wales, delivered by our army of volunteers and we are rightly proud of everything that WRVS has achieved in those
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Caring in Craigmillar: Mens Group newsletter
Please see the new Mens Group Newsletter from Caring in Craigmillar.
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Recruitment
CAPS Independent Advocacy: now hiring
CAPS is an independent mental health advocacy organisation. We are recruiting for two new people to work on the following projects: Independent Advocacy Training Development Worker 32 hours per week, SJC scale AP4 point 27; currently £23,232 per annum, (£20,508 pro rata). Lothian wide remit. This is a new post, working for CAPS within the
Vacancy: Simpson House Training – Course Tutor
Due to continued expansion CrossReach is now recruiting for the Simpson House Training Team. They have a vacancy for a: Self employed Course Tutor on the Diploma in Higher Education Counselling Children & Young People
Recruiting now: Local Volunteer at Contact a Family Scotland
About Contact a Family Scotland Contact a Family is the only national charity that exists to support the families of disabled children whatever their condition or disability. With over 30 years of experience, our vision is that families with disabled children are empowered to live the lives they want and achieve their full potential, for
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Resources
SVA independent evaluation published
An independent evaluation of the Supporting Voluntary Action (SVA) programme has been published. SVA was an ambitious programme of change with added complexity due to the number of organisations involved, as well as the challenging and constantly evolving landscape. Despite this, 120 organisations from all 32 local authority areas took part, ensuring that the programme
Caring in Craigmillar: Mens Group newsletter
Please see the new Mens Group Newsletter from Caring in Craigmillar.
YouthLink Scotland launches blog
YouthLink Scotland has launched a new blog site. This is an opportunity for those involved in working with young people to contribute their views, policy ideas and constructive criticism on a regular basis. They are looking for as wide a range of contributors as possible with a diverse mix of views. There are many challenges
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Training
BSL free taster sessions
Please see the flier below for details about British Sign Language Taster Sessions being held by Score Scotland. These are free BSL Awareness Training Sessions for BME Community Groups in the Edinburgh & Lothians area
Cyrenians Good Food: REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene course
Cyrenians Good Food are running REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene courses over the summer at their Leith Street depot – dates as follows: 21st June 19th July 23rd August Please email jeanie@cyrenians.org.uk to find out more or to book a space Thanks
Leading Edge 2013 – 14
Designed to build your leadership skills relating to the unique issues and challenges facing Chief Executives in the third sector, Leading Edge supports you as you deal with a range of staff, client and stakeholder expectations.In the last 6 years, over 70 Chief Executives have experienced this opportunity to join a transformational leadership programme, share
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