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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, 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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Growing up in Pollok made me a campaigner
Stephen Logie grew up campaigning for better housing in one of Scotland's biggest estates. He believes the experience made him what he is today
OPINION 9 July 2018 by Robert Armour
 
Charities must account for market impact on investments
Lynne Lamont stresses the importance of keeping track of any investments
OPINION 6 July 2018 Guest post
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What is a modern charity anyway - and do you care?
Susan Smith is confused about what a modern charity is, which is why TFN is asking for your help working it out
OPINION 6 July 2018 by Susan Smith
 
10 years of social enterprise
Dr Mairi Mackay looks back 10 years to the first Social Enterprise World Forum as she prepares to attend this year's event in Edinburgh
OPINION 5 July 2018 Guest post
 
Chief Encounters: Carl Hodson, Fife Society for the Blind
The charity boss does not like surprises at work but believes being scared can deliver positive energy
OPINION 5 July 2018 Guest post
 
There is something different about working in the voluntary sector
Martin Crewe examines why charities still have a key role to play in society
OPINION 5 July 2018 Guest post
 
New approach to tackling drugs is urgently needed
Justina Murray says we need a new strengths-based approach to drug-related deaths
OPINION 5 July 2018 Guest post
 
There from the start – the Royal Voluntary Service has shaped the NHS for 70 years
Catherine Johnstone on how RVS volunteers shifted their efforts from war to supporting the newly formed NHS, and are still there 70 years later
OPINION 5 July 2018 Guest post
 
TFN Poll: Should all schools stay open over the summer?
POLL 5 July 2018 by Susan Smith
 
We can turn the tide of Scotland’s drug death shame
David Liddell, Scottish Drugs Forum CEO, says Scotland's record number of drug-related deaths can be addressed through better support and resources
OPINION 3 July 2018 by Robert Armour
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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