beyond came together at Glasgow's SEC to enjoy a packed programme of over 80 workshops, seminars, and training,consumptionProcurement, production, use and circularity of materialsProduction, creation and waste of food,This year at the Gathering, we wanted to provoke conversation and to hear all about the positive work,SCVO’s head of policy, research campaigns, Kirsten Hogg, asked questions of and responded to Nicola Sturgeon,makers and the people they make policy for.
https://scvo.scot/the-gathering/round-up-2022
Research-based charities will have crucial insights to contribute to national discussions.,Whether concerning food distribution, digital inclusion or many other things, the response to the pandemic,Coronavirus will have a further significant impact on training and employability providers in Scotland,Research published by Close the Gap has also found that the coronavirus pandemic is already having a,The pandemic has shown what can be achieved through positive partnerships with statutory partners, regulators
https://scvo.scot/p/38613/2020/05/29/scvo-response-to-the-advisory-group-on-economic-recovery
It is vital we continue to campaign and promote a positive view of welfare – it is what civilised societies,We still need to shift perceptions of “welfare” and promote a more positive view.” ,, sources of information on welfare reform, research, impact studies, case studies and projects/activities,It is vital we all continue to campaign for and promote a positive view of welfare – it is what civilised,The substantial increase in food banks in Scotland (over 20) is a huge concern.
https://scvo.scot/p/2622/2012/12/09/taking-on-welfare-reform-conference-report
Our position
SCVO has always advocated the position that devolution remains a work in progress and that,opportunities 68% felt EU policy priorities had been good for the voluntary sector in Scotland 39% of,Sterling has seen the cost of imports jump – with this being passed on to consumers of everything from food,provides assistance for disabled passengers travelling in the EU - and similar rules for travel by train,found 60% feared losing access to EU research funding.
https://scvo.scot/p/15005/2017/04/07/brexit-and-scottish-independence-a-third-sector-perspective
and support networks (e.g. sanctions on those with caring responsibilities)[v] 73% of referrals to food,situations diverts organisations from delivering preventative support services, as outlined by SCVO’s research,Two evaluations of CJS have shown a range of positive outcomes which far outweigh those achieved by e.g,SCVO works in partnership with the third sector in Scotland to advance our shared values and interests,Our policy is determined by a policy committee elected by our members.[1] Further details about SCVO
https://scvo.scot/p/5184/2014/04/01/sanctions-briefing-scvo-appearance-before-welfare-reform-committee
It is also providing poverty, benefits advice and food training for staff and volunteers to better equip,Organisations are reporting that feedback from service users is positive and the effects of projects,She occasionally has to rely on food banks for top up on her food reserves.,I come here to get food and some help.”,our governance and membership structures are democratic and accountable - with an elected board and policy
https://scvo.scot/p/11825/2016/02/29/community-capacity-resilience-fund-interim-report
people affected by these changes are the very people that the third sector works with every day – at food-banks,a lifetime of learning and training.,However, despite these positive developments, there is no mention of volunteering in the SDS 5-year corporate,Contact
Ruth Boyle
Policy Officer
Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations,
Mansfield Traquair Centre,our governance and membership structures are democratic and accountable - with an elected board and policy
https://scvo.scot/p/13860/2016/08/15/scvo-response-to-scottish-government-enterprise-and-skills-consultation
