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Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB.

DigiShift 68: Using technology to promote access to justice

Date
10:00-11:00, 24 May 2023
This event took place 12 months ago
Attendance
Online
Contact
John Fitzgerald
0131 474 8000
Topic
Digital
Overview

Are you interested in the intersection of technology and justice? Do you want to learn about how tech can help increase access to legal services for marginalised communities? 

Join us for a stimulating discussion about tech solutions that can democratise access to justice. We have an amazing lineup of speakers who will be sharing their experiences and insights on how technology can be leveraged to address the challenges of legal access. We will be exploring law, technology and social justice - with our expert speakers offering a range of perspectives on this important topic. 

Throughout the event, you'll have the opportunity to engage with our speakers and other attendees, share your own experiences and insights, and learn about some of the latest innovations in this field. Whether you're a charity professional, a legal professional, a tech enthusiast, or simply someone who cares about social justice, you'll find come away with new ideas. 

Danae Shell is the CEO and co-founder of Valla, a startup dedicated to providing accessible and affordable legal support to individuals. With over 17 years of experience in Scotland's startup community, Danae's background ranges from development to marketing. 

Aaliya Seyal is the Chief Executive of Legal Services Agency - an organisation embracing digital as a tool to democratise access to legal advice and support. A seasoned leader with over 18 years of management experience in the voluntary sector, Aaliya's previous roles include managing positions with Citizens Advice Scotland, Airdrie CAB, and the Ethnic Minorities Law Centre. 

Jen Ang is a Director at JustRight Scotland, and the social enterprise, JRS Knowhow responsible for their strategy and development. She will be talking about how their FollowITApp and other initiatives have helped people use digital to exercise their rights more effectively.

Who was the event aimed at?

This Digishift is for anyone that creates, delivers or supports third sector policy or frontline services.

Cost
Free
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