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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Respite care at the foot of the Campsies 
Nestled at the foot of the stunning Campsie Hills, Calico House Respite Service in Lennoxtown offers a sanctuary of care and tranquility
OPINION 18 June 2024 by David Reilly
 
A major milestone for a remarkable part of our network 
Celebrating 10 years of going that bit extra to help people with energy bills
OPINION 17 June 2024 by Natasha Gilmour
 
Some people thought lockdown would change the way citizens access services - they were wrong
We recognise that different people want different channels and offering choice is paramount to what we do
OPINION 10 June 2024 by Derek Mitchell
 
Fair Funding is essential for sustainable volunteering
Volunteers Week: we need a clear commitment to Fair Funding says Sarah Latto
OPINION 3 June 2024 by Sarah Latto
 
Setting sail for a brighter future
Volunteers Week: CHAS on the success of its volunteering strategy since the dark days of the pandemic
OPINION 3 June 2024 by Fiona Harvey
 
The value of being a social (policy) network
Volunteers Week: Citizen's Advice Scotland's volunteers come in many forms - and all are vital
OPINION 3 June 2024 by Gillian Fyfe
 
New podcast launches for the voluntary sector: ‘Listening and Learning Together’
Sponsored content: The Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR) have launched ‘Listening and Learning Together – the IVAR podcast’.
OPINION 21 May 2024 Sponsored content
 
Epilepsy Scotland Highlights Need For Fair Funding As It Launches #BeyondSeizure Campaign
In National Epilepsy Week (20-26 May), Epilepsy Scotland has launched its #BeyondSeizure campaign
OPINION 20 May 2024 by Andrew Lindsay
 
The never-ending story of Citizens Advice
For five years I’ve had the privilege to help tell the stories of Citizens Advice in Scotland. As I prepare to move on to a new role, I’ve been reflecting on the stories that will stay with me.
OPINION 20 May 2024 by Kieron Higgins
 
Supporting people before, during and after residential rehabilitation
Our Prehab service helps people to change harmful behaviours and make healthier choices
OPINION 16 May 2024 by Louise Stewart
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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