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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.

Evidence library

Racial Inequality in Scotland: State of the Nation Volume 1

This new reference guide from the Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights (CRER) delivers evidence-based insights into the impacts of systemic racism on the lives of Black and minority ethnic communities across Scotland.

As the conversation around anti-racism continues to evolve, this publication offers a foundation for informed action. Whether you're working in government, the public sector, academia, community activism, trade unionism or in corporate responsibility, you’ll find the evidence that you need in State of the Nation Volume 1.

This first volume sets out key statistics and trends across crucial policy areas:
·        Terminology and language
·        Demographics of ethnicity in Scotland
·        Employment
·        Housing
·        Mental health
·        Criminal justice
·        Community cohesion

Last modified on 4 December 2025