Scottish Recovery Network’s (SRN) new 10 year strategic plan, Catalysts for Change, sets out their vision, role, and ambitions for reshaping Scotland’s mental health system over the next decade.
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“(IN)VISIBLE Gender and Health” Report Launch Event
Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) is holding an event to launch its latest research project report on gender and health, “(IN)VISIBLE Gender and Health”. Taking place on Tuesday 19 May 2026, 1pm – 2pm online, the event will be led by VHS’ Policy and Public Affairs Lead, Sarah Latto, who will give attendees an overview of the report. Attendees will then hear from VHS member organisations who contributed to the research.
Community Food Peer Session
Community Food and Health (Scotland) is hosting its next interactive Community Food Peer Session on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 1pm – 2pm, focusing on how community food work can support and contribute to healthier, stronger, more resilient communities.
Vacancy: Deputy Chief Executive Officer
JOIN OUR TEAM! CVS Falkirk & District is looking for an inspiring and strategic leader to join us as our new Deputy Chief Executive Officer.
Firstport’s Social Enterprise Fund
Firstport’s Social Enterprise Fund is now open for applications. These grants are designed to support social enterprises at different stages of development, from helping new social entrepreneurs test out an initial idea to providing funding which can support turning that idea into a full‑time role. There are with three different funds to apply for: Start It, Community Enterprise Fund and Build It.
Our Next Social Enterprise Breakfast Club!
Our next Social Enterprise Breakfast Club is taking place on Thursday 23 April 2026, 8:45am – 10:45am at the Falkirk Delivers office, 104 High Street, Falkirk, FK1 1NW. Our Social Enterprise Breakfast Club offers a welcoming space for social enterprises across Falkirk & District to network, connect, share ideas, and learn more about the support available from CVS Falkirk & District. Come along to discuss your own social enterprise and hear from others running a diverse range of social enterprises in the area. We’ll also have a selection of hot rolls, plus tea and coffee to keep us going while we chat!
The Big Help Out Returns for 2026
After a year-long break, The Big Help Out will return this Volunteers’ Week 2026, running Friday 5 June 2026 – Monday 8 June 2026.
AVM Scotland Peer Support Networking Group
The Association of Volunteer Managers (AVM) welcomes all volunteer managers to attend the next meeting of its Scotland Peer Support Networking Group, taking place on Thursday 30 April 2026, 10:30am – 3pm, at the Victim Support Scotland office, Granite House, 31-33 Stockwell Street, Glasgow, G1 4RZ.
Upcoming Young Trustees Movement Online Training
Recognising that less than 3% of charity trustees are under 30 years old, the Young Trustees Movement is calling for increased board diversity. As part of this campaign, they are hosting online training, 12pm – 1pm, across multiple dates (via Zoom), focusing on championing diversity within boards: Wednesday 15 April 2026, Wednesday 13 May 2026, and Wednesday 10 June 2026. Tickets are free, although advance booking is required to gain access to the Zoom sessions.
Greenheart Growers CIC Market Garden Volunteer Sessions
Greenheart Growers CIC is hosting volunteer sessions on Thursdays and Fridays, 11am – 4pm, at their market garden at Mavisbank Farm, Shieldhill, FK1 2AZ. The sessions are aimed at anyone who would like to contribute positively and gain practical growing experience and skills at a functioning Organic Market Garden, and make new friends. All abilities and experience levels are welcome to help contribute to the social enterprise’s mission. Teas and coffees will be provided.
