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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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Come on Kezia: put your own house in order first
Graham Martin on Kezia Dugdale's challenge to civil society
OPINION 21 August 2015 by Graham Martin
3 comments
 
The collapse of Kids Company – a lesson in prudence
Calum Munro argues prudence shouldn't be dismissed as a Victorian concept in charity governance – trustees must ensure their charity is viable
OPINION 21 August 2015 Guest post
 
Poll: should prostitution be fully decriminalised?
POLL 21 August 2015 by Graham Martin
29 comments
 
In defence of Amnesty’s stance: sex workers need rights
Molly Smith of SCOT-PEP on why she believes Amnesty's position on the sex trade is a step forward
OPINION 19 August 2015 Guest post
2 comments
 
Why do we need a third sector anyway?
Susan Smith argues that creating a fairer society requires a third sector willing to mount a challenge to growing external criticism
OPINION 19 August 2015 by Susan Smith
7 comments
 
Why is Amnesty International colluding with women’s exploitation?
No Amnesty for men who exploit women, argues Catriona Grant
OPINION 19 August 2015 Guest post
5 comments
 
A revolution in local decision making
Calum Irving from Voluntary Action Scotland on re-energising local decision making
OPINION 18 August 2015 Guest post
 
Fundraising: top tips for avoiding illegal bad practice
Daradjeet Jagpal outlines exactly where the law falls in relation to fundraising
OPINION 18 August 2015 Guest post
 
RNIB Group should change its restructuring plans
Ian Welsh argues RNIB Group's restructuring plans are disempowering service users and underestimating the substance of post-referendum Scotland
OPINION 18 August 2015 Guest post
 
Using a creative approach to mental health
Instead of trying to change people, present opportunities which give them options in life, says StArt Again's founder Mhairi Sloan
OPINION 18 August 2015 Guest post
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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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