Scotland’s top third sector leaders revealed
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Positive feedback as Scottish benefits system rolled out
Over 90% have good experience of Social Security Scotland, a new report has said
Read moreCOP26 Glasgow: daily roundup for third sector
Time is running out for COP26
Read moreUK Charity Activity Tags launch
Dr Christopher Damm is a research fellow at the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research at Sheffield Hallam University.
Read moreSchoolgirl sacked by charity wins unfair dismissal case
Payout for teenager
Read moreConcerns raised over COP26 ‘intimidating policing’
Activists have called on the First Minister to intervene after ‘numerous incidents of abuse of powers’
Read moreCode of Good Governance launched in Trustees’ Week
The revised Code of Good Governance for the voluntary and community sector in NI was officially launched at a special
Read moreWork placement opportunities for charities
The Edinburgh Guarantee is looking for organisations to be paired with people who are keen to gain work experience
Read moreCOP26 Glasgow: daily third sector roundup
Arrests as protesters storm energy HQ
Read moreCharity launches appeal to keep families fed and warm this winter
Fife Gingerbread has unveiled its Heat and Eat campaign
Read moreSir Kenneth Branagh, NICVA President’s first stop, North Belfast.
Kenneth Branagh is back in Belfast for a showing of his new Film Belfast. The new movie goes on release
Read moreResearchers at Queen’s University Belfast seek minority ethnic & migrant community representatives to join advisory group
Researchers from QUB are seeking representatives from community organisations that work with ethnic minority & migrant communities to join the
Read moreBudget 2022-2025: Update from the Finance Minister
Following on from the Spending Review Announcement on Wednesday 27th October, Finance Minister, Conor Murphy joined NICVA members to provide
Read moreThe 2nd annual VCSE Community Conference will take place on 17th November 2021
The VCSE Sectoral Advisory Panel have announced the 2nd annual VCSE Community Conference “Enabling Change: People and Communities at the
Read moreIt’s hip to be square
After providing a lifeline to the community in Barry during the pandemic, family support non-profit CUBE (Community United Barry 4
Read moreJUMP for joy
Emily Dyson, Head of Communications at IVAR and Trustee at The JUMP: At IVAR we often talk about how
Read moreCharity boards are becoming proactive in recruiting more diverse trustees
New survey shows boards are responding to male pale and stale image
Read moreOne in three carers on the breadline as financial plight worsens
Urgent financial help is a must says charity
Read moreCharity trials reduced working week
Staff at the Scottish Men’s Sheds Association will work reduced hours on a Wednesday
Read moreCOP26 Glasgow: daily roundup for the third sector
Wave of protests welcome world leaders
Read moreCharity calls for urgent action for neurology services
MS Society Scotland wants to see better support for those with long term conditions
Read moreWorld leaders should be in the dock over climate catastrophe
Activist group says the system is to blame – and the media is complicit
Read morePlans to spread message about social enterprise at schools across Scotland
There are plans to teach the Social Enterprise Schools programme at every school in the country
Read more2021 Autumn Budget and Spending Review
UK Government didn’t give much away about the Shared Prosperity Fund in the 2021 Autumn Budget and Spending Review, but it
Read moreHow can I stay inspiring and inspired?
This series shares some of the challenges 12 long-term leaders have been exploring together over the past 18 months, in
Read moreCharity launches its own social media platform
The app aims to bring firefighters together to ensure they feel supported
Read moreRainbow crossings could cause accidents say charities
They celebrate diversity – but could put people at risk
Read moreCOP26 Glasgow: daily roundup of news affecting the third sector
No more excuses, no more delays
Read moreUnpaid carers’ physical and mental health suffers significant decline
Survey reveals the increasing stress unpaid carers are facing
Read moreRobotics to improve Scottish stroke care
A new partnership will “kickstart a revolution in stroke care”
Read more#DigitalFundraising Webinar Series 2021
NICVA Fundraising Advice is delighted to present the #DigitalFundraising Webinar Series 2021, 6-10 December.
Read moreNew COVID-19 recovery loan fund supports UK charities & social enterprises
Open now, the Recovery Loan Fund is a new scheme from Social Investment Business and founding investor the Fusion21 Foundation
Read moreScotland’s public bodies must build on community response to Covid-19
Lessons need to be learned from the community response to Covid-19, two Scottish bodies have recommended
Read moreVast majority of Scotland’s veterans endure daily mental-health struggle, charity finds
Almost 80% of veterans and serving personnel with health conditions struggle mentally as well
Read moreLegislation to be created in Scotland to protect NHS charity funds
Follows outcry after NHS Tayside took charity cash to pay for core expenditure
Read moreFamily raise £39k in memory of much-loved Cathrin
It is estimated that 35,000 people are currently living with secondary breast cancer
Read moreToybank service goes nationwide
Aims to give to children missing out this Christmas
Read moreBake Off winner rises to the occasion with charity brownies
Limited edition brownies baked for a good cause
Read moreBetting, Gaming, Lotteries and Amusements (Amendment) Bill – call for evidence
Further to the introduction of this Bill to the Assembly in September, the Committee for Communities has launched its ‘call
Read moreVolunteering round-up: October 2021
In October’s volunteering round-up, we’re sharing the progress made so far on the Vision for Volunteering. First though, a word
Read moreBringing learning agendas to life: What Oak Foundation has learned so far
In our fourth blog from our learning in uncertainty series, Marta Arranz reflects on recent experiences and shares simple and
Read moreThird sector responds to UK budget as chancellor pledges to increase spending
Sunak pledges a “new economy”
Read moreNew report reveals rising trust in Scottish charities
Data from OSCR has given an insight into Scotland’s charity sector
Read moreNew chief executive at Scots charity
Takes up post next month
Read moreAutumn Budget and Comprehensive Spending Review 2021
On Wednesday 27 October, the chancellor delivered the Autumn Statement and three-year Spending Review. The Autumn Statement sets out the
Read moreYoung people with care experience can apply for grants
New fund is launched
Read moreFor wildlife, climate and community: public can help secure massive nature reserve
Second phase of huge community buy-out begins
Read moreEnterprise charity appoints first young board members
Young trustees will bring fresh insight
Read moreCivil society coalition demands first minister condemns Cambo oil plans
Stop Climate Chaos Scotland has written to Nicola Sturgeon asking her to call on Boris Johnson to reject all new
Read moreEatery gives back to the community
Customers will be able to purchase restored columns making up the roof balustrade
Read moreCOP26 running tours will see the best of Glasgow’s sustainable future
Innovative and sustainable initiative
Read moreScottish society delivers big climate solutions
Cooperation is key to ensuring we address the climate emergency, a report has recommended
Read more“Underwhelmed by flat and feeble commitments” – VODG responds to Comprehensive Spending Review and Autumn Budget
In response to today’s (27 October) Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR) and Autumn Budget, Dr Rhidian Hughes, Chief Executive of VODG,
Read moreHuman Resources Manager (maternity cover) HRM’21
NICVA is recruiting a HR Manager for a maternity cover vacancy. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, this varied, stand
Read moreInnovative programme launched to help workers spot domestic abuse
The charity is aiming to update workplace attitudes and cultures towards domestic abuse in all its forms
Read moreInternational first for disabled people at COP 26
Organisations have been cooperating to ensure disabled voices are heard
Read moreMajor climate protest to take place in Glasgow with Greta Thunberg in attendance
Up to 100,000 people are expected to attend
Read moreNew look for anti-poverty charity
The charity’s refreshed look and feel is supported by a new strapline – tackling financial insecurity together
Read moreCOP26 volunteers hit the ground running as they take up roles across Glasgow
The team are getting ready for next week’s summit
Read moreLorraine Kelly returns for extra special awards ceremony
The STV Children’s Appeal 2021 returns later this week
Read moreHow can I adapt my leadership style for a half-remote world?
This series shares some of the challenges 12 long-term leaders have been exploring together over the past 18 months, in
Read moreCommission calls for changes to make Scotland more resilient
The RSE’s Post Covid-19 Futures Commission is making several recommendations for decision-makers
Read moreData breach leads to £10k fine for Scottish charity
A new team and board of trustees have now taken “robust steps” to improve information security
Read moreIncreasing number of Scots unable to pay their energy bills, charity finds
Citizens Advice Scotland has warned that the number of people unable to pay their bills could grow
Read morePoliticians experience blind voting
MSPs and councilllors have been given the chance to see how sight loss affects registering your vote
Read moreScotland leads the way in making cyber security advice accessible to everyone
Advice is now available in 16 alternative formats
Read moreFootball club backs call for £50m MND funding
More cash to fund research urgently needed
Read moreVODG calls for ‘big and bold’ action in 2021 Comprehensive Spending Review
Ahead of this year’s Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR) on 27 October, the Voluntary Organisations Disability Group (VODG) has called on
Read moreDigital Donations with even smarter phones
Cashless transactions were a feature of daily life before COVID, but 2020 forced many charities to offer supporters alternative donation methods.
Read moreDigital Donations with Smartphones
Cashless transactions were a feature of daily life before COVID, but 2020 forced many charities to offer supporters alternative donation methods.
Read moreDigital Donations – choices for the sector
Cashless transactions were a feature of daily life before COVID, but 2020 forced many charities to offer supporters alternative donation methods.
Read moreTrustees’ Week in Wales Events – 1 – 5 November
What will you be doing to celebrate Trustees’ Week in Wales? Trustees’ Week 2021 is just around the corner and
Read moreGovernance round-up: October 2021 – Trustees’ Week special
Trustees’ Week: 1–5 November 2021 Trustees’ Week is an annual event showcasing the great work of the 700,000 volunteer trustees
Read moreVolunteer to Career
We hear almost daily about the workforce pressures in health and social care. At the same time health and care
Read moreWCVA’s AGM and annual lecture 2021
Our AGM & annual lecture will take place online in November, featuring fantastic guest speakers, networking opportunities, & this year’s
Read moreNew project offers free coaching support for heritage organisations
Heritage organisations or organisations running a heritage project in Wales can apply now for coaching support through the new Catalyst
Read moreWorrying rise in children being groomed online by criminal gangs
Report lays bare how children are being exploited
Read moreCharity writes to Ofcom over Channel 4’s ‘complete dereliction of duty’
Subtitles have been unavailable on the channel since a production fault last month
Read morePen pals break down barriers to create life-shaping cultural connections
The powerful impact of writing project in forging friendships has been highlighted as Renfrewshire Leisure and Ethnic Communities Cultural Steering
Read morePoverty gap widens as low income families shoulder increasing household debts
Cost of living is rising – hitting poorest hardest
Read moreNew series of webinars to support faith-based groups
A comprehensive range of opportunities to develop and learn new skills.
Read moreLearning with intent: How to pay greater attention to how, why and from whom we learn
In our third blog from our learning in uncertainty series, Nikki Wimborne from Cripplegate Foundation reflects on breaking free from
Read moreScotland concerned about impact of climate change on local community
Communities want to take more action to help the planet
Read moreLiquidators called in at one of Scotland’s oldest charities
Lack of referrals and a failed property sell-off blamed
Read moreCivil society organisations back major changes ahead of key climate summit
Scotland’s Civic Charter on Climate has widespread backing
Read moreGlobal vaccine scandal: rich countries and big business deprive the poorest of vital jabs
Scotland’s first minister asked to back call for fair vaccine roll-out
Read moreScotland should have its own environmental court say campaigners
Urgent reforms needed to make legal challenges more affordable
Read moreClimate justice pilgrims enter Scotland after 100 days of walking across Europe
The group has come together ahead of COP26
Read moreTrust in £8m bid to link estates
Ambitious move by conservation charity
Read moreNational plan unveiled to end need for foodbanks in Scotland
The proposals are being supported by the Trussell Trust and Independent Food Aid Network
Read moreClowndoctors back supporting families in Fife
The Clowndoctors are back in Fife supporting families of local charity Nourish Support Centre thanks to funding from ExxonMobil
Read moreVODG responds to the publication of CQC’s State of Care 2020/21 report
In response to today’s publication of the State of Care 2020/21 by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Dr Rhidian Hughes,
Read moreIntroducing Welsh Charities Week
The first Welsh Charities Week will take place 15-19 November 2021. Join us as we celebrate the charities, voluntary organisations,
Read moreUnrestricted funding: Where does it go and what difference does it make?
In early November, IVAR will be publishing research into why and how foundations give unrestricted funding. We’d like to invite
Read moreCampaign to focus on improved perception of mental health in Scotland
Attitudes are changing
Read moreHow rewilding can transform our economy – and fight the climate collapse
Major new report details how nature-based economies can boost jobs and revitalise communities
Read moreWee Forests to be created across Glasgow
The project aims to create a living legacy from COP26
Read moreScots reality TV star shares cancer journey
Tessa Hartmann has battled breast cancer
Read moreScotland sleepwalking into new social care crisis as unpaid carers reach breaking point
Call for urgent intervention
Read morePackham heads up major meeting on grouse moor reform
He will lead the Revive coalition’s meeting in Perth next month
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