The Gathering 2015

Posted on January 23, 2015

The Gathering is the sector’s flagship event where people can learn, network and share their views. It is the most important date in the third sector diary.

This year sees the largest ever event programme at The Gathering, and they would like your help to make this the biggest Gathering yet.
What you can do to support The Gathering:

Go along! Book your free place now.
talk about The Gathering on social media. Use #G2015 on twitter.

You can also get in touch with Alex Thomson, events manager on 0131 474 6150 to discuss any ideas and opportunities you have around supporting The Gathering.

Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park Authority Media and Campaigns Manager Vacancy

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Volunteer Scotland Online Webinars

Volunteer Scotland is holding several online webinars in the coming months, covering topics usually included in their face to face training courses, including: Developing Volunteer Strategy (next session: Thursday 3rd December, 10am – 12pm); Volunteers Mental Wellbeing (next session: Tuesday 8th December, 2pm – 4pm); and Volunteer Induction (next session: Wednesday 16th December, 10am – 12pm). The webinars are free and will each last 2 hours, delivered online through Zoom.

12 Days of Giving Christmas Funding Boost

Ecclesiastical Insurance’s annual 12 days of giving Christmas campaign offers nominated organisations the opportunity to win a £1,000 festive financial boost. Through Movement for Good, Ecclesiastical Insurance will give 120 different registered charities, not-for-profit organisations and community interest companies (CICs) a £1,000 donation, with 10 winners announced each weekday from Monday 7th December – Tuesday 22nd December. Nominations are now live, and people can nominate their preferred group or organisation; the deadline for nominations is Monday 21st December.

My World My Health: Online Workshops

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