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The Expert Group on Mediation in Civil Justice in Scotland has launched a report which argues more disputes could be

Scottish charities working with disabled people and former addicts to receive share of National Lottery cash.

Poppyscotland has expanded the help it offers to former members of the armed forces with welfare

Data points to 2018 being a one off year

The charity hopes to raise more awareness

Scottish LGBT charity Time for Inclusive Education (TIE) has launched a national fundraising campaign

Organisations from across the UK have signed up to an app that allows users to send a thoughtful message to

Hunger stalks the school holidays as foodbank use could hit record levels

Contact the Elderly is celebrating the launch of its 25th group in Edinburgh

Police forces across the UK show astounding rise in reporting of the crime

A new income supplement for Scotland’s poorest families has been hailed as a game changer

The UK government has published a report on its progress towards implementing the Sustainable Development Goals

One Digital has been recognised for its work helping people get online.

Some 104 more Scots took their own lives lin 2018 than the previous year

A new vehicle will enable Bethany Christian Trust to support more homeless people in Edinburgh.

Good Call offers low-cost mobile handsets and contracts to third sector organisations.

Myeloma is the second most common form of blood cancer in the UK, affecting around 17,500 people.

The Robertson Trust is entering the final stages of development of a new £5 million facility in Stirling

The Scottish Government is set to respond to a plea made by civil society for instant support to be made

Mardi Gla is taking over the Merchant City for two days in August.

St Andrew’s First Aid will provide support for more than 230,000 music fans this summer

The new Access to Childcare Fund will provide equal opportunities for children to benefit from play-based experiences which can often

Study shows how often Scots face difficulties

Conference brings together city’s disabled people who want input into how services are run

Coalition of medical experts call for urgent legislation to tackle obesity epidemic.

MSPs have paid tribute to Paul Kelly, a Big issue vendor allegedly murdered in Glasgow.

A new report casts light on risks facing charities in the short, medium and long term.

A new charter seeks to improve support for children who experience sexual violence.

An advice line run by a Scottish charity is set to see more than a 200% increase in the amount

Poverty campaigners have said it is vital that support is made immediately to help Scotland’s poorest families

The LGBTI community marched in solidarity for trans rights at the event in Edinburgh this weekend

New advice from Citizens Advice Scotland has shown 47% of Scots often struggle to make ends meet

Enable Gaming CIC aims to make the world of online gaming open to all

OSCR makes apology as member of the public goes to Holyrood

Worldwide Cancer Research is remembering its inspirational founder to mark its 40th anniversary

Schools from across Scotland have been rewarded for creating innovative ideas which aim to deliver social good

An annual study on the charity sector has revealed income rose for charities, but donations are falling and government grants

A vigil will be held for popular Big Issue vendor Paul Kelly who died in a violent incident at the

Councils are not advertising a fund to help the most vulnerable Scots – because they fear being swamped by applicants

The Young People Entrepreneurship Engagement Programme (YPEEP) aims to equip young people with the skills to build successful social enterprises

Almost a million meals have been made from food that was set for the bin thanks to a charity initiative

The annual YPI Scotland took place in Perth this week, with pupils from across Scotland in attendance

The Scottish Government’s 2019 Climate Justice Innovation Fund aims to support a sustainable climate agenda

Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland has helped to develop new technology that can dramatically improve the lives of those living

The cost of transport is putting significant pressures on those on lower incomes, and poor services can leave people isolated

A new £1.3 million project has been launched which aims to give communities new digital skills

Chief executive got quite emotional

Technology will help them keep safe as well as promote good sexual health

Knife crime has dropped dramatically since No Knives Better Lives was introduced 10 years ago

Police are unwilling to share information about perpetrators of domestic abuse, due to fears over data protection

Grants are available for organisations that face new requirements under the Carers (Scotland) Act

Charities are benefitting from almost £72 million a year through legacy gifts – with income in Scotland growing faster than

Figures show the impact minimum pricing has had since it was introduced last year

Whistleblower says chief executive allowed staff member to resign

Cancer Research UK and the Brain Tumour Charity have backed scientists to develop new groundbreaking treatments

Three Scottish companies have posted amongst the best in the UK for raising funds during Will Aid

Charity says they were providing office space and admin support – not mounting a legal challenge

Caring Soles, operated by the Eric Liddell Centre, faced an uncertain future after being knocked back for funding last year

Entrepreneurs in Scotland are being given the chance to expand into African markets

Petition is in reaction to Scottish Government

Nil by Mouth has called for a report which details the extent of incidents which have taken place at football

Mermaids has said some service users could be identified by the emails in question, but denied intimate details were leaked

Drake Music Scotland is named Charity of the Year, with a record amount of votes polled for the People’s Choice

A special event was held for former members of the Armed Forces to ensure they are supported within the community

Sir Stuart Etherington steps down after 25 years

They urge the fund managers to divest from companies creating climate change

The latest graduates from the Good Ideas Marketplace initiative have been revealed

CHAS is asking for donations to help provide support to parents who face losing a child

The pace of digital change within the charity sector is slow, an annual report on digital skills has shown

A study by See Me has shown young Scots are concerned what consequences speaking about their mental health will have

Folk supergroup The Walnuts will play a concert in Edinburgh this weekend to raise funds for the Eric Liddell Centre

Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland has launched a new initiative in one of Glasgow’s most deprived areas