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The voice of Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

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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“The ones who shone through”: First Minister praises third sector
The SNP leader was speaking at SCVO’s the Gathering.
NEWS 8 November 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Edinburgh CIC expands its winter coat exchange across the UK
Having to sacrifice basic necessities such as a winter coat can have a hugely detrimental impact on a person’s dignity and on their mental wellbeing
NEWS 8 November 2023 by Graham Martin
 
Gender imbalance is holding back the charity sector
While women account for more than two-thirds of the workforce, it is men who dominate the most influential decision-making positions
NEWS 8 November 2023 by Graham Martin
 
Charity chief executive joins barristers as affiliate
Johanna Boyd has led the team at Planning Aid Scotland since last year. 
NEWS 8 November 2023 by Niall Christie
 
StepChange: Women bearing brunt of the cost of living crisis
The data shows women are struggling more to keep up with household essentials and bear a greater responsibility for these costs.
NEWS 8 November 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Cash-first future: Making food banks history in Scotland
Campaigners from a number of groups came together at the Gathering.
NEWS 7 November 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Glasgow Islamic centre facing questions over Iran link
The Al-Mahdi Islamic Centre of Glasgow also houses the Al-Mahdi Foundation.
NEWS 7 November 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Capt Tom's family ordered to demolish unauthorised spa building
Family loses appeal
NEWS 7 November 2023 by Rab Armour
 
Young Women’s Movement launches its annual inspirational 30 under 30 list
Campaign seeks to highlight a diverse range of talents, backgrounds and experiences, from campaigners to youth workers, artists, writers and young leaders
NEWS 7 November 2023 by Graham Martin
 
Giving Tuesday 2023: One day to make a world of difference
The global movement is taking place on November 28 for 2023.
NEWS 7 November 2023 by Niall Christie
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.

Read it here
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