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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.

Alison Gildea - Grey Matters Active Ageing

Alison Gildea is the Founder and Manager of Grey Matters Active Ageing where she is redefining what it means to grow older. Her work tackles loneliness and isolation for people aged 60 plus by creating opportunities that challenge outdated stereotypes and unlock confidence connection and joy. As the charity’s sole employee she leads every aspect from funding and programme design and delivery to volunteer coordination and member support. Her approach goes beyond activities by shifting mindsets and helping older people rediscover purpose and possibility while empowering them to live boldly with confidence, independence and a renewed sense of belonging.

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