CVS Falkirk Third Sector Conference “Towards a Fairer Scotland”

Posted on December 17, 2015

Tickets are now available for our free Third Sector Conference on Wednesday 10th February 2016 at Forth Valley College, Falkirk Campus.

Join us as we look at ways to help community groups, charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises to flourish and develop in an ever changing landscape. We’ll also be looking at the important role the third sector plays in driving us “Towards a Fairer Scotland”.

There will be workshops, stalls and guest speakers, all designed to highlight the activities and role of the third sector in Falkirk.

This event is free to attend; to book your place, please visit the Conference’s Eventbrite page.

For more information, please contact us by email info@cvsfalkirk.org.uk, or by phone on 01324 692000.

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