New dates for the ‘Working for Equalities in Scotland’ CPD (Continuing Professional Development) course have been set. This course will start on the 25th April and the period for registration has been extended. This CPD course, organised by the School of Social and Political Science at University of Edinburgh, aims to offer an opportunity to front-line equality practitioners to network … Continue reading Working for Equalities in Scotland
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Let’s Talk About Recovery
Scottish Recovery Network (SRN) is delighted to be launching a refreshed version of their popular 'What is Mental Health Recovery?' animation. This will form part of a suite of specially developed resources aimed at getting people talking about recovery and wellbeing. SRN want to get people talking about recovery but know that it can sometimes … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Recovery
#democracymatters
The way we live our lives is constantly changing; democracy is changing too. Increasingly people want to share in making decisions, or at least have a greater understanding as to why certain decisions have been made on their behalf. In order to make democracy work better for everyone, and especially for those who feel left … Continue reading #democracymatters
Home is where the heart is
ScotPHO have recently published a new Housing section on their website, which aims to highlight the important connection between health and housing. Housing affordability, housing quality, fuel poverty, and the role of housing as a home within a community, all have an impact on health and health inequalities. The section highlights data sources and provides an … Continue reading Home is where the heart is
Community Development and Older People
Kindness, emotions and human relationships: The blind spot in public policy There is growing recognition of the importance of kindness and relationships for societal wellbeing. But talking about kindness does not fit easily within the rational lexicon of public policy. This Carnegie UK report, Kindness, emotions and human relationships: The blind spot in public policy, brings … Continue reading Community Development and Older People
GLOBAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT EXCHANGE 