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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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Men’s Shed produces vital equipment
Kinross and District Men’s Shed is producing face masks to help support key workers during the coronavirus pandemic
NEWS 14 April 2020 by Gareth Jones
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Care workers PPE agreement reached
Unions have come to an agreement with the government that staff will be able to wear whatever they feel is necessary
NEWS 9 April 2020 by Gareth Jones
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Top tips for hosting a virtual board meeting
David Sole OBE and Dr Helen Rippon share their tips for hosting and attending virtual board meetings
OPINION 9 April 2020 Guest post
 
We shouldn’t pretend we aren’t human
Pat Armstrong reflects on how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting her personally and stresses the importance of thinking about your wellbeing
OPINION 9 April 2020 Guest post
 
Anxiety charities face surge in demand
Anxiety UK and OCD-UK call for more support for people with mental health difficulties.
NEWS 8 April 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
Grim figures show threat virus poses to older people
Age Scotland has reacted to the news that more than 60% of Covid-19 related deaths were people aged over 75
NEWS 8 April 2020 by Gareth Jones
 
Charities launch post-Covid support hub
Service launched after studies suggest Covid can have long-term health impacts.
NEWS 7 April 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
Experiences like coronavirus change you forever
Nicola Welsh reflects on a feeling that the world is in hibernation as it copes with the pandemic, and hopes we all come out the other side stronger
OPINION 7 April 2020 Guest post
 
Age Scotland launches urgent fundraising appeal
The charity has seen calls to its helpline soar during the Covid-19 outbreak.
NEWS 6 April 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
Cancer charities complete merger
Pancreatic Cancer Scotland and Pancreatic Cancer Action have officially joined forces as they look to lead support for those affected by the condition
NEWS 6 April 2020 by Gareth Jones
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a look at how the sector is progressing in inclusion, diversity, equality and environmentalism - what more can be done to further these aims, featuring a wealth of expert opinion, advice and reflection.

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