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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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Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023

discuss our calls in more detail, or believe you have evidence, resources, or experiences that could support

https://scvo.scot/policy/better-regulation/charities-bill

The role of the Digital Champion

We help our family, friends and colleagues and those we care about and support make the most of the online,Think of a time when you've supported someone to do something online or when you've shown someone how,It can also feel like a big responsibility and this guide is here to help support you.,You may have most of the digital skills to offer support to others, but if you’re not sure, it’s important,It can be someone helping a parent use video calling on their phone, a support worker helping someone

https://scvo.scot/support/digital/inclusion/doing-digital-inclusion/approach/digital-champions/the-role-of-the-digital-champion

Fair Funding in Scotland

We’re keen to ensure that we continue to build support for our calls and keep the urgent need for Fair,This document has been developed to support organisations across the sector who wish to echo our calls,discuss our calls in more detail, or believe you have evidence, resources, or experiences that could support

https://scvo.scot/policy/fair-funding-procurement/fair-funding

Building fabric

One of the challenges of running a village or community hall is looking after the building itself. You might be looking after an old building that needs repairs, a new building that has issues or even a heritage building that means there are restrictions on what you can do. This...

https://scvo.scot/support/village-community-halls/facilities-management/building-fabric

Partnership

discuss our calls in more detail, or believe you have evidence, resources, or experiences that could support

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

The Economy

organisational closures are becoming more common. https://youtu.be/00_zQvQdmGI Prompts for planning Sources of support,For support with financial management, visit the SCVO web pages on Finance and Business Management If,they are impacting on organisations across the sector Third sector organisations can seek emergency support,Enterprise, Scottish Community Alliance, Development Trust Association Scotland and CEIS using the crisis support

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

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

21st Century governance: trustees' week conference

Photographs: While delegates are posting on social media, they may also capture the day with photographs,Event hosts and partners We're grateful to CCLA and Foundation Scotland whose support made this conference,Join us with your questions and access practical support and information.,paying trustees would help with recruitment What we can do to make governance more accessible and support,David McNeill David provides strategic leadership for SCVO to support and promote Scotland’s vibrant

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/21st-century-governance-trustees-week-conference

Letter to John Swinney, First Minister: Autumn Budget 2024 – employers’ National Insurance contributions

I welcome the support of your government in calling for the UK Government to meet the costs of the policy,As you will be aware, many voluntary organisations deliver essential services and support for people,For example: Four Square (Scotland) is a local Edinburgh charity supporting people who face homelessness,they can afford a cost of living salary increase for staff in April 2025; or whether they need to cut posts,, rehabilitates and releases wild animals, works in communities providing pet food and veterinary support

https://scvo.scot/p/95038/2024/11/12/letter-to-john-swinney-first-minister-autumn-budget-2024-employers-national-insurance-contributions

Sector's role in the economy

We bring innovative solutions, uphold human rights, support the most vulnerable, engage in prevention,discuss our calls in more detail, or believe you have evidence, resources, or experiences that could support

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