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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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Wave eleven - Autumn 2025

Introduction This report presents the key findings from the eleventh wave of the Scottish third sector tracker, data for which was collected in September-October 2025. The Tracker collects panel data from Scottish third sector organisations to give current insights into the...

https://scvo.scot/research/scottish-third-sector-tracker/wave-eleven-autumn-2025

Statement from Anna Fowlie: We need to stand together in solidarity against violence and hate speech

As well as voicing our unwavering support, we at SCVO want to provide whatever practical support we can,Support Here are some links to a range of information and support that we hope will be helpful: Supporting,Victim support Scotland offers support for identifying hate crime and reporting it.,Solidarity in action There are a host of posts across social media platforms, voicing support for those,Here is an post by the CEO of an English charity.

https://scvo.scot/p/93298/2024/08/13/stand-together-against-racism-and-hate

Scotland's Digital Inclusion Charter - Approach

People sometimes feel they are passed from pillar to post – never getting the support they actually require,Explore the five pillars of digital inclusion – how can they relate to the support you do or want to,of digital exclusion, but all of them depend on the circumstances of the person you’re looking to support,people don’t feel comfortable engaging with the learning environment, you need to adjust how you support,You can always check out the Resources page of Scotland’s Digital Inclusion Charter for more support.

https://scvo.scot/p/95493/2024/12/02/scotlands-digital-inclusion-charter-approach

Wave ten - spring 2025

Introduction This paper presents the key findings from the ten wave of the Scottish third sector tracker, data for which was collected in February-March 2025. The Tracker collects panel data from Scottish third sector organisations to give current insights into the health of the...

https://scvo.scot/research/scottish-third-sector-tracker/wave-10

Policy network

SCVO’s policy network connects voluntary sector professionals in Scotland with an interest in policy and public affairs. Our members have access to a highly valued training and events programme and an online community space designed for collaboration and connection. The network is open to anyone in an SCVO member organisation either working in or with an interest in policy.  

https://scvo.scot/about/networks/policy

Society

inequalities to a rise in societal unrest. https://youtu.be/m5xpv8i9YIs Prompts for planning Sources of support,engagement and culture and inclusive recruitment Flexibility Works provides a range of free resources to support,flexible working For support around volunteering, contact Volunteer Scotland or your local volunteer,centre Goodmoves can support with recruitment of trustees and paid staff William Grant Foundation have,collated sources of support and information on wellbeing in the voluntary sector workforce Join us at

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

Politics

exclusively in relation to funding. https://youtu.be/haWM7rv92eo Prompts for planning Sources of support

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

The Environment

policies and legislation as discussed below https://youtu.be/OcKnKglRJjc Prompts for planning Sources of support,One to one support is also available with a Climate Development Officer The Growing Climate Confidence,can find details of your local hub on the Scottish Government website SCVO partner Utility Aid can support

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

Technology

digital technology as important to their work. https://youtu.be/WkfB_391Iqo Planning prompts Sources of support,AI SCVO’s guide to remote working contains information on digital tools, along with guidance on supporting,social enterprise that empowers third sector organisations to go digital The SCVO Comms Network is a supportive,resources on crisis planning and social media for voluntary organisations SCVO’s managed IT service can support

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

Briefing to MPs: National Insurance Contributions Bill

they can afford a cost-of-living salary increase for staff in April 2025; or whether they need to cut posts,Supporting between 8,000 and 12,000 people at any one time.,Every cut will impact on the number of people we can support, the quality of the support we provide,,and, also, those who work to deliver these much needed support services.,economy, and support people and communities across Scotland.

https://scvo.scot/p/97691/2025/03/12/briefing-to-mps-national-insurance-contributions-bill