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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Fight fuel poverty with Home Energy Scotland
Sponsored content: Home Energy Scotland is looking for third sector partners to help ensure everyone who needs home energy advice gets it
OPINION 12 April 2018 Guest post
 
Young disabled Scots to shadow the First Minister to promote equality at work
Senior leaders across Scotland, including the First Minister, are taking part in a day of action to promote the role of disabled people at work
NEWS 12 April 2018 by Susan Smith
 
I’ve tackled the first of my ten epic challenges
Airdrie mother of three, Ruth Elliot, has just completed a 17 day trek of Mount Everest, the first of ten epic challenges in support of JDRF
OPINION 12 April 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Public support can halt bank closures says charity
​Fears bank closures will cut off the elderly
NEWS 11 April 2018 by Rab Armour
 
Scotland: where we tolerate babies, not love them
Alan Sinclair explains why Scotland is trailing behind much of Europe in child wellbeing
OPINION 10 April 2018 Guest post
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Walk the walk for mental health
The Walk of Hope aims to raise awareness of suicide prevention and mental health awareness
NEWS 10 April 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Junk food ads face social media ban
The UK government is considering the move, with the Scottish Government also considering restrictions to help boost health
NEWS 10 April 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Maximised income can lead to increased alcohol use
Recovery worker Dan Mushens examines the effect of giving increased financial support to those with long-term alcohol problems
OPINION 9 April 2018 Guest post
 
Call for pets to be allowed to live in care homes
Labour has said that the elderly and homeless should be able to take their animals into supported or temporary accommodation
NEWS 9 April 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Neil Lennon urges men to open up about mental health
Hibs boss is backing new project aiming to get men talking about their problems
NEWS 6 April 2018 by Rab Armour
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a special look at what it’s like to work in Scotland’s voluntary sector, featuring the results of in-depth research. It contains a wealth of advice and analysis from experts in their field.

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