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...Creative communities Scotland fund opens 11 Aug 2025 Scottish Government has launched the Creative communities Scotland fund, an initiative bringing £320,000 of support to charities and grassroots organisations delivering activities such as...

...such as empathy, accountability, and problem-solving. By working together, families, schools, and communities, we can create places where kindness and respect are part of everyday life, where restorative approaches help conflicts become...

...poor oral health is significantly associated with higher levels of school absence and poorer communities are suffering the most. The lesson time lost is not negligible. This can translate into significant gaps in learning and social...

...am pleased that Getting it Right for Play has been shaped by extensive engagement with families, communities, and organisations, with a strong focus on the voices and experiences of children and young people with additional support needs. This...

...said: "This new facility marks a major milestone not only for A-ND, but for neurodivergent communities across the Highlands. It demonstrates what can be achieved through collaboration of all sectors, community spirit, and a shared vision...

...access, provide a quiet space for study, get disadvantage people back on their feet, and for rural communities. This access and support are vital for empowering children to engage with the digital world confidently and equitably, setting them up...

...on health, relationships, and finances - and to celebrate everything that carers contribute to our communities and families. This year’s theme is ‘Caring About Equality’, and focuses on creating an equal society where carers are valued,...

...of the toll decades of funding cuts and closures are taking on both the library service and the communities they serve. Published by the Scottish Book Trust, The value and impact of Scotland’s public libraries report shares the findings from...

... Third sector services 'must mobilise' to give children and communities support in the fight against Covid-19 20 March 2020 Children in Scotland has responded to yesterday’s statement by the Cabinet Secretary for Education (click to read),...

...communities don’t just need access to school kitchens. They need access to the whole school 26 Sep 2019 School buildings are a vital part of local life, but parents face big barriers in being able to use them. Responding to Call 18 of 25...

... £26m funding boost for Cashback for communities Sector News 27 May 2025 Projects supporting young people at risk of being drawn into criminal activities are to receive up to £26 million over the next three years. The Scottish...

...If we want to tackle food insecurity, we need to get serious about family support in our communities 11 March 2019 Neil Orr, an Associate with Children in Scotland, responds to Call 18 of our 25 Calls campaign. Call 18: "Take the...

...to get messy and to have fun exploring their creativity! Bringing creative arts to deprived communities in Govan We’re planning to deliver a free 5-week summer programme of Outdoor Creative Play in Elder Park, for up to 60 children from...

...sector has a vital role in providing services to children, young people, and families in their communities. As a result, the third sector has key insights into the needs of the local population and is therefore uniquely placed to identify what...

...Zero Tolerance. Online hate and disinformation are growing, increasingly targeted at marginalised communities with dehumanising narratives and dangerous rhetoric that can lead to violence, bullying, and discrimination offline. As a user of social...

...I was not expecting. It was an honour and a privilege to be there to represent people and their communities. Although I didn’t plan for it, it is still good to have an idea of what you want to do and look for opportunities as they come. Never...

...Government is a strong supporter of Scotland’s indigenous languages and encourages bodies and communities to work together to support and promote Gaelic language and culture.” Shona Cormack, Head of Teacher Education at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig,...

...society, however Scotland is still very much on a journey to embedding children’s rights. Many communities of children struggle to have their ‘voices’ heard and their needs met – this includes babies and infants who communicate in unique...

...focus on grants connected to tackling child poverty and the delivery of frontline services to our communities will maximise the impact of longer-term funding and support the delivery of our number one priority, eradicating child...

...justice, equality, self-determination, shared society, mutual understanding, and peace among their communities. They seek support for their advocacy work and peace-building programmes via their website. Learn more: ALLMEP Sense Scotland:...

...able to go more regularly. You can’t put a value on that.” Convener of Children, Families and communities Stewart Hunter said: “We have been working closely with The Yard to help them secure their building premises via an asset transfer and...

...in 1994, Befriending Networks has over thirty years of experience in supporting and connecting communities. Our vision is of a society where quality befriending support is available to everyone who needs it and the importance of meaningful...

...Families want to live in a Scotland where Alcohol Free Spaces are the norm for our families and communities, and this would be a step in the right direction.” Judith Turbyne, CEO of Children in Scotland, said: “As outlined in the United...

...sets out the commitment to children and young people being cared for within their own families and communities wherever this is possible. “This is the first time data from different sources has been linked together to give a clearer...

...disadvantage Challenge Poverty Week 2024 | blog 9 Oct 2024 Circle works at the heart of communities across central Scotland supporting families facing multiple disadvantage. On Challenge Poverty Week, Fundraising Officer, Rachel...

...in Scotland? They are both organisations that are working to improve the lives of individuals and communities across Scotland. We accomplish our work in different ways but there are great similarities in what we are trying to achieve. In many...

...and ultimately there will be a significant impact on the children, young people, families and communities that benefit from these organisations.” A shift to longer-term funding, of three years or more, would help the third sector to plan for...

...Families want to live in a Scotland where Alcohol Free Spaces are the norm for our families and communities, and restricting how alcohol is marketed would be a step in the right direction.” Ewan Carmichael, youth advocate and AFS Board member...

...delivery partner ScrapAntics Playday provides a wonderful opportunity for children, families and communities to plan to play together. Scotland is well on its way to becoming a play-friendly country with play at the heart of our culture of...

...the experience. Play is about exploration and activity and that is as equally valid for the SEN communities as it is for everyone.” For more information about The Super Swing, visit caledoniaplay.com Our membership...

...the minds of decision makers on the delivery of The Promise for children across Scotland, and help communities in their ongoing fight for fairness. "The third sector can only do so much with the limited resources it has, however, this Act presents...

...this week. But the Extra Time Programme is a reminder that local football clubs are supporting communities here at home – providing valuable services beyond matchday. They understand the value of that support for local families, and they are...

...and difficult. Thus, it’s imperative we start asking questions in our organisations, services, communities and families. what are we doing well for dads? What’s not working well? What are the barriers and opportunities to...

...to have the freedom to grow and learn, safe from serious harm. However, in many disadvantaged communities, families have less opportunities to learn about safety, meaning children are at greater risk of a serious accident. Sadly, one Scottish...

...reduces the release of cortisol, all without adult direction. With Kids runs projects in different communities, including a 13-year project in the East End of Glasgow and two projects in Wester Hailes and the South West of Edinburgh. Why is it...

...prevention and education.  We encourage anyone working with young people, families and communities to consider using the toolkit as it offers valuable support on the topic.  Content can be selected to provide initial support,...

...an independent report into support and services by the Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP). The communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults, and the Children and Young People’s Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Supports funds...

...young people are experts in their own lives, and they have great ideas about how to improve their communities and the opportunities that are available to them. We know that there are rising rates of poor mental health and wellbeing among children...

...await further detail from experts in this sector on whether these plans are ambitious enough.” communities: 20-minute scheme a plus if holistic needs are part of the plan “We are pleased to see the commitment to improving the neighbourhoods...

... social issue: food insecurity and its links with wellbeing and education. Working with families, communities and businesses, FFF supported after-school and holiday provision projects across Scotland, including in Glasgow, West Dunbartonshire,...

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...services, we work with children, young people and families, providing services and support in communities across Scotland which help families to overcome the challenges they face. Alcohol Focus Scotland Email | Website | Facebook |...

...2E – Bearsden Suite (upstairs 8th floor) Building inclusive, active communities: Supporting wellbeing through junior parkrun parkrun Junior parkrun supports the physical and mental health of children and young people...

...Alcohol & Drugs Bearsden Suite (upstairs 8th floor) Workshop E: Building inclusive, active communities: Supporting wellbeing through junior parkrun Workshop E: Parkrun Building inclusive, active communities: Supporting wellbeing through...

...was Chief Executive of the Corra Foundation, a philanthropic organisation supporting people and communities experiencing disadvantage. Fiona regularly contributes to conferences, events and journals on a range of issues. Co-Chair, Thursday...

...Care Experienced Young People at Morgan Academy, Dundee; Laurie Goldie, Project Manager: Creating communities that Care at Who Cares? Scotland; alongside Beth-Anne McDowall, Senior Development Officer at Includem. The panel will be moderated by Dr...

...pupils Start learning Module 3 – Creating positive care experienced communities within schools This module is aimed at those who are confident in their practice supporting care experienced learners (see Module 2)...

...and employability, substance use and advocacy. Our services are firmly embedded in their local communities, united by a common focus; improving outcomes for the most vulnerable children. Keeping children safe making sure your...

...them, to find and share information on resources, services, groups, and support in their local communities and online. ALISS is funded by the Scottish Government and is part of the wider Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (the...

...care experience. Nicola has spent most of her career supporting children and young people from communities facing particular challenges and disadvantages. Nicola was founding Chief Executive Officer of the charity, Sistema Scotland. She oversaw...

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... Call 18: Take the next step in participation and food education: give communities the keys to school kitchens By Donna Borokinni I've been working in the Glasgow community since 2005 and over the last five years I've observed food poverty...

...the draft guidance for Improving Educational Outcomes for Children and Young People from Traveller communities...

...and how these – and the contributions they make to their schools, colleges, families or communities – influence what they choose to do next. The Scottish Diploma of Achievement may be new to Scotland, but many other countries have...

...alternative school provision (exclusion) and the social and sociality affecting individuals and communities. His published work held a rating of world leading, with a priority to engage in research with a right’s based and/or strong social...

...social history project to capture young people’s stories Posted 27.04.23 by Alice Hinds communities equality LGBT young people A new community archive project has been announced to document the lives of LGBTQ+ young people living in...