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Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

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 Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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SCVO response to Scottish Labour's Policy Forum

of its policy development process, ahead of the election.,The consultation document is comprehensive, covering a range of policy spheres.,The current and next Scottish Government, post-2026, must prioritise addressing this.,Economy and Fair Work Committee post-legislative scrutiny of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014,: in 2024 the Scottish Parliament’s Economy and Fair Work Committee carried out post-legislative scrutiny

https://scvo.scot/p/96677/2025/01/23/scvo-response-to-scottish-labours-policy-forum

#EUareValued

the3million Read our briefing – ‘EU nationals living and working in Scotland’ Case studies Immigration policy

https://scvo.scot/about/work/campaigns/archive/eu-are-valued

Safeguarding in digital, fundraising and overseas

Safeguarding is something you should consider in all areas of your work, when you're assessing risk and responding to any issues. In this section, we look at some specific areas where you should think about safeguarding, along with pointers of what to think about.

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/safeguarding/safeguarding-in-digital-fundraising-and-overseas

Host an event

Sessions could also cover the key policies and practices that help staff, volunteers and people using,We're looking for examples of positive policy and campaigning work, but also keen to take a deeper look

https://scvo.scot/the-gathering/host-an-event

Sector's role in the economy

Read more Latest briefings & policy papers The latest sector's role in the economy briefings and policy,papers from the policy team.,Latest consultation responses The latest sector's role in the economy consultation responses from the policy,have evidence, resources, or experiences that could support our work, please contact Rachel Le Noan, Policy

https://scvo.scot/policy/transforming-the-economy/economy

Press coverage tips for charities

user-generated content (i.e. staff and volunteers using their phones or contacts to create social media posts,fundingCertain topics – such as animal welfare – can invoke strong opinions and emotions, if your stance or policy

https://scvo.scot/about/work/campaigns/archive/never-more-needed/resources/press-coverage-tips-for-charities

Managing safeguarding concerns

Undertaking safeguarding activities reduces the risk of harm and abuse for your team and all the children and adults you work with. However, there can still be worries that someone in contact with the organisation is struggling or experiencing abuse, neglect or exploitation...

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/safeguarding/concerns

Politics

2025/26 will see the new UK government bed in, and preparations begin for Scottish Parliament elections in 2026 and local government elections in 2027. Heading into 2025/26, there are some signs of strain in relationships between the voluntary sector and governments at all levels...

https://scvo.scot/support/shifting-sands/politics

The Social Economy Pledge

membership and support bodies who passionately believe in the power of these organisations to drive post-lockdown,Policy - To support policies that lead to the growth, success and sustainability of charities, social

https://scvo.scot/about/work/campaigns/archive/social-economy-pledge

The five challenges

Social landlords and telecom providers in particular should examine their policies and practices to make

https://scvo.scot/support/digital/inclusion/roadmap/the-five-challenges-3

Get involved

Collaborate with us and our members to develop and promote voluntary sector policy perspectives for Scotland