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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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The long and winding road to recovery
Susan Smith reflects on why Scotland's voluntary sector is #NeverMoreNeeded as a glimmer of light starts to appear at the end of the lockdown tunnel
OPINION 6 July 2020 by Susan Smith
 
All I’m asking… is for a little respect
Annie Gunner Logan demands respect for third sector partners as we begin to rebuild society
OPINION 2 July 2020 Guest post
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How volunteering in the NHS has changed during Covid-19
Alan Bigham details the seismic changes in NHS volunteering since the outbreak of the coronavirus
OPINION 4 June 2020 Guest post
 
Dialogue around death can create comfort
Julie Lang said it is even more important that people talk about death at challenging times
OPINION 14 May 2020 Guest post
 
We must invest in communication for all
Janis McDonald says we need to treat deafness through a new inclusive communication strategy
OPINION 1 May 2020 Guest post
 
Third sector care and support: building a different future
After the Covid crisis, let's build a better social care system
OPINION 28 April 2020 Guest post
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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
 
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
 
Covid-19: a journey from despair to hope
Rory Mair is in one of the Covid-19 highest risk groups - he tells how he fought despair by seeking solace in the efforts of his community
OPINION 3 April 2020 Guest post
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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