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Scotland's Census
Scotland’s next census will be held in March 2022. This census will be a digital first census and we want to encourage as many households in Scotland as possible to complete it online. We would like to invite you to one or more of the online events listed below, to give you information on how the census will be delivered and how you can help get messages and support to those groups you already support in other ways, to ensure they can take part in the census and be counted.
Each online event will last no longer than 30 minutes and we invite you to register for the relevant event by clicking on the link below.
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Following our first session, our team reconvened to reflect on what we could do to improve future sessions for stakeholders.
To ensure maximum opportunity for attendance and that all stakeholders are receiving the same information, we will deliver a series of general awareness sessions about Scotland’s Census 2022. The forthcoming sessions will share information about the benefits of the census, important timelines and the help and support that will be available for all stakeholders and their users.
We will have a Q&A at each session and if you have any further questions around Scotland’s Census specific to your audiences, please do not get hesitate to get in touch at scotlandscensus@nrscotland.gov.uk and we will respond as quickly as possible.
If you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to get in touch – Scotlandscensus@nrscotland.gov.uk.
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Climate Emergency Training for Youth Workers
Registration is open for free climate emergency training to give Scotland’s youth workers and those working with young people an understanding of the climate emergency and equip them with skills and tools to help young people turn their concerns about climate change into positive action. Participants who successfully complete the three modules can apply to gain Carbon Literacy accreditation through the Carbon Literacy Project.
The training is part of the Scottish Government funded COP26 Youth Climate Programme and is being delivered by Keep Scotland Beautiful and YouthLink Scotland.
Find out more and register at https://www.keepscotlandbeautiful.org/cop26-scottish-youth-climate-programme/
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Apply now for free support to develop a Community Climate Action Plan
Keep Scotland Beautiful are delighted to offer a free package of support to help several communities across Scotland to develop their own Community Climate Action Plan (find out more and hear from two communities who have been through the process in our recorded Q&A session here).
The successful applicants will receive support from our experienced community climate facilitator, to help their community to develop its own unique plan to address the climate emergency. In addition, we’ll highlight inspiring ideas from across Scotland and beyond, and signpost to potential funding and further technical advice. Apply by 17:00 on 12th November here
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Planning and Writing Successful Funding Applications
Wednesday, 17 November 2021, 11am to 12pm
Writing funding applications can often be a daunting prospect. Whether you are new to applying for funding or this is something that you have done previously and would like to gain some foundational knowledge, join us for this information workshop on how to plan for and apply for funding. This session, hosted by DVVA and delivered, pro-bono, by Fiona Scott from Inspiring Scotland, will focus on key elements to take into account when looking and applying for funding for your project.
This is a free event which will be held via Zoom. To book a place, register via Eventbrite.
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Developing Dundee’s Community Wellbeing Centre
Following discussions including our Mental Health and Substance Use Engagement and Involvement Team we have answered some Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Wellbeing Centre for Dundee which is due to open in Spring 2022.
Read the Community Wellbeing Centre FAQ
How can I get involved? We are creating a stakeholder group to help shape the developments. The first meeting will be on Wed 17th Nov from 2pm until 3.30pm on Microsoft Teams. If you have experienced distress, or have supported someone else who has, we’d like to hear from you.
To find out more or to express interest in the stakeholder group, please Email: mhengagement@dvva.scot
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Community Collectives
Community Collective events will be held across the city and will provide the means by which people can discuss the findings of recent surveys and consultations in Dundee.
More information will follow about sessions in each of the eight Dundee wards across November and December 2021.
Coldside kicks off and will be first in hosting 2 Collectives, the first one is on Wednesday 17th at 6.30pm in Hilltown Community Centre. The second will be held via Zoom on Wednesday 9th December at 6.00pm.
The findings from the surveys will be provided to participants prior to the events, once they have confirmed attendance. The findings cover various aspects of community life and include travel, green space, facilities etc. We are hoping to identify key issues from these and from the discussions at the Collectives.
As you will appreciate, numbers will be limited. If you would like to attend could you please get back in touch, specifying which event.
If you would like further information please get in touch:elaine.pratt@dundeecity.gov.uk
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I write to invite you to take part in the forthcoming West End Community Collective event which will take place online on Thursday 18th November at 6pm.
If you live in the West End, we’re keen to hear what you think about community living, community spaces, community spirit, community support and community travel. Get involved, share your voice and take action in your community.
Due to ongoing concerns about the number of positive Covid cases within the community, the event can be accessed via teams at shorturl.at/jrKY4
Either click the link, which will take you into the teams meeting when it is running or copy and paste into your browser.
We are keen to ensure that information about this event is shared widely so please, if you can, print and display the poster if appropriate and/or share this email and attached publicity with your networks and on social media platforms where you have a presence.
If you have any queries about the event, please do not hesitate to contact: natalie.mackland@dundeecity.gov.uk
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Foster Carer Information Session - Open Day
We are opening our Head Office for an afternoon and serving fresh coffee and cake to people who are interested in learning more about fostering with Carolina House Trust. Whether it's a new notion, or something you have thought about for a long time, you are welcome to come along on Tuesday 18th November between 1.30pm and 4.30pm.
This event will be a drop-in and you can come at any point in the afternoon. Just register to let us know you are coming and we will save you some cake.
Register via Eventbrite.
We have on-site free parking. Our office is in the Dundee Technology Park at 7 Luna Place, Dundee, DD2 1TP.
(We are holding another session at 10am on 18th November. This will be online for those who live further away or are unavailable for the first event.)
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Suicide Prevention is Everybody’s Business
Tayside Wellbeing and Suicide Prevention - Virtual Learning & Development Event
Tuesday 23 November 2021 :- 09:00 – 12:30
Who is the event for : Its inclusive and aimed at ALL Tayside organisations and partners, whether you have any knowledge around suicide or not.
Its an opportunity to hear about, National and Local Suicide Prevention work including current research, learning and outcomes that are specific to suicide prevention.
Additionally its an opportunity to contribute to future plans and shape suicide prevention work within Tayside.
What needs to be done/ what would help you contribute/ what support is needed for change?
The Program :
• Details of current research on the affects of suicide on society, friends and family.
• Update from the National Suicide Prevention Team
• COVID-19, wellbeing and suicide in 2021 - what do we know?
• What works to prevent suicide?
There will be facilitated discussion to capture feedback and views that reflect the changes we can make in our communities and organisations.
How to book and access : Please email :- alan.clark2@nhs.scot and you will be provided with a link to access the event.
Suicide is preventable : to reduce suicide deaths in Tayside EVERYONE must play their part.
Visit the website or Download the free app: www.sucididehelp.co.uk
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Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action Strategic Consultation
This consultation is primarily intended for Key Stakeholders and partners that are engaged with or have a direct interest in the current strategy. Alongside this consultation, we will also hold discussions to further explore views on the strategy. These activities will directly inform the approach to the new strategy.
Read the Executive Draft Summary of the Strategy: DVVA Draft Strategic Plan
Ensuring that stakeholders and partners have the opportunity to contribute to this review process is vital to the success of the new strategy. The objective of this engagement exercise is to learn what has worked well and identify areas for improvement, and to assess what changes in approach to the strategy might be necessary, by seeking views on:
· The current vision, mission statement, priorities and principles;
· The impact of the current strategy; and
· The future priorities for Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action.
Thank you for your time
Complete the Strategy Consultation online here: https://forms.office.com/r/ucwGCp4wgZ
You can download the questions to print here: Strategy Consultation questions
Copies of the DVVA Draft Strategic Plan and the Strategy Consultation questions can be collected from:
Number Ten, 10 Constitution Road, DD1 1LL
This survey will close on Monday 15th November 12noon.
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Dundee City Council Budget Consultation 22/23
Members of the public are being encouraged to have their say on the council’s spending priorities ahead of the next budget being set.
Dundee City Council’s budget consultation for 2022-23 has launched and can be found via this link.
The launch of the consultation comes as the city continues its journey of recovery and renewal, whilst still responding to the Covid-19 pandemic, all against a backdrop of increasing pressures on council budgets.
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Thrive in Five
We are pleased to tell you that Go-Gym has received some funding to provide exercise courses for people living with chronic illnesses.
The course is free to participate in. They are called Thrive in Five. We have 6 courses planned to include exercise, nutrition, support group and mindfulness all designed specifically for each condition.
Each course lasts five days, it’s from home so as long as the person has access to a Computer or similar and WiFi. There are 20 places on each course and open to anyone in Scotland.
How do I join?
Joining is easy! All you need to do is email us: support@gogym.uk or call Jay on: 07784924036
There are 4 more courses listed below and we would really appreciate it if you could let people know who may benefit from these courses.
Fibromyalgia - 22nd November 2021
MS - 6th December 2021
Diabetes - 13th December 2021
Contact support@gogym.uk for more information
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Dundee Employer Survey - Skills Need and Recruitment
The All in Dundee Partnership are currently undertaking research with employers and organisations in the Dundee City area to explore their needs in the local employment market and we would like to invite you to take part.
The survey seeks explore current gaps in the Dundee employment market, particularly the skills and knowledge that you are looking for in your potential employees, and those that you struggle to find in the local area.
Your participation, along with other employers and organisations in the Dundee area will allow us to better prepare candidates for your organisation in the future and ensure that you find the candidates with the knowledge and skills you are seeking.
The survey will take 15 minutes to complete and will be accessible until Sunday 14th November 2021. You can access the survey here
If you have any questions or queries in regard to the survey, or do not wish to be contacted again, please email David.Gardener@enable.org.uk, or phone 07593 130391.
Thank you in advance for your participation and we look forward to sharing the results of the survey later in the year.
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HaVeN Strategy Day External Survey
We at the HaVeN are looking for assistance in reaching out to citywide voluntary and community organisations to complete a short survey in relation to our services in time for our Strategy Day on Friday, 26 November 2021.
The Hearing Voices Network has been providing mental health support services within Dundee for near 25 years to some of the most vulnerable people across the city.
We are holding our Strategy Day on Friday, 26 November 2021 and are looking for feedback on our Services from other external local organisations.
We would really appreciate a response to hearingvoices@havendundee.co.uk by the deadline day of Friday, 19 November 2021.
View the survey to download and complete here: External survey Nov 2021
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Regional Transport Strategy Consultation
Tactran, the regional transport partnership covering the Angus, Dundee, Perth & Kinross and Stirling Council areas, has started work on a new Regional Transport Strategy (RTS) and would welcome your views to inform its development. The RTS provides a complementary role to the Council’s Local Transport Strategy, helping identify and bring forward regionally significant transport developments, for example, those transport issues that apply across local authority boundaries.
The process will be ongoing for over a year, with three principal consultation phases planned (i.e. issues, options, strategy). The first stage of this work is to seek views on the problems, opportunities, issues and constraints that should be considered, and we would be grateful if you could assist by answering the questions posed at the end of the Main Issues Consultation Report.
Input will be captured from stakeholders throughout the whole process, so if your group or organisation is willing to provide input collectively, please advise by contacting info@dvva.scot, and we can discuss how and when we can best help capture your input during the process
For any further information, please contact: jonathanpadmore@tactran.gov.uk.
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Scottish Third Sector Tracker
SCVO has partnered with a range of stakeholders to build a Scotland-focused voluntary sector research community called the Scottish Third Sector Tracker. SCVO is looking for 800 representatives from third sector organisations based across Scotland who are willing to share their experiences, views, and concerns, as the sector emerges from the pandemic.
Find out more at https://bddy.me/3hD3hDe or register your interest in joining at https://bddy.me/3jNQGju
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A single point of contact internet portal at www.taysidecares.co.uk to help provide a joined-up response in the wider Tayside local resilience partnership area, which includes Angus and Perth & Kinross.
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Lochee Community Hub: Test of Change 2021
Lochee Community Hub have shared an extensive report of their work to develop links within the community & service providers to work with others around the areas highlighted by the 2019 Drug Commission Report.
Based on the evidence received, Lochee Hub developed links with services to expand on what they were delivering. For this, further questionnaires and discussions with clients were completed regarding what services they would like to see, groups etc. within the building.
This enabled us to have a greater understanding of the need and provide the services based on a needs basis. Discussions and meetings with services were completed and group work sessions and one-to-one support from Lochee Hub began.
This in turn developed a greater multi agency approach and a holistic approach to the provision delivered from Lochee Hub. Read more here
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Developing Dundee’s Community Wellbeing Centre
Following discussions including our Mental Health and Substance Use Engagement and Involvement Team we have answered some Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Wellbeing Centre for Dundee which is due to open in Spring 2022.
Read the Community Wellbeing Centre FAQ
How can I get involved? We are creating a stakeholder group to help shape the developments. The first meeting will be on Wed 17th Nov from 2pm until 3.30pm on Microsoft Teams. If you have experienced distress, or have supported someone else who has, we’d like to hear from you.
To find out more or to express interest in the stakeholder group, please Email: mhengagement@dvva.scot
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MS Society: Peer Support
What is peer support? Peer support is different to clinical and professional services, because the support comes from a peer volunteer who has MS. A peer volunteer can bring a fresh perspective to your challenges, by offering support based on their own experiences. Currently we offer up to six sessions with a peer volunteer. Sessions are on-line or over the phone initially. If it suits you both, you may be able to meet in person as the sessions continue. Peer support is a free and confidential service. You are matched with your peer volunteer based on what you want from peer support. Examples of the MS issues that people bring to peer support include: impact on work, pain management, exercise, and the need to speak to someone outside of family and friends about MS.
What have people said about the service? Feedback from people who have used the service include: “We had a great first session. I got some tips around pain management and we had lots to chat about.” “Everything was positive for me” “It was really nice to be able to speak to someone about MS who doesn’t know me and is not part of my medical team.” Alison is one of our peer volunteers. She recently gave an interview for the Courier, which explains peer support in her own words. You can read the article here.
Get in touch: To find out more simply call Susan Matthews on 01382 938082 or email mymsmyway@mssociety.org.uk and we will get back to you.
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Get your group on Communities Channel Scotland
Communities Channel Scotland is a website for community groups to find and share information, ideas and inspiration. Scottish Community Development Centre have redeveloped the website and would like to highlight opportunities for groups in and around Dundee to share and promote what they are doing. In particular, groups are invited to share the following:
- Any news, updates or events they would like promoted
- Learning that can be used in the form of case studies or shorter ‘spotlights’
- Resources, tools and ideas they have developed and/or used in their work, and
- Suggestions for additional content and for how the website can be improved.
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Age Scotland: Check in Check Out
Every year, millions of pounds of financial support goes unclaimed by older people in Scotland. If you think you or a family member could be missing out, call the @agescotland helpline for a free entitlement check today on 0800 12 44 222 or visit www.age.scot/CheckInCashOut
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Helm Employability Fund
Are you aged 16-24? Are you looking for support into further education or employment?
Helm currently have spaces available on their Employability Fund programmes and would love to help. Our staff will get to know you, build a relationship, support you to gain SQA qualifications and soft skills such as confidence and communication, and support you in moving to a positive destination. We have partnerships with approximately 50 local Dundee employers and will work together to provide placement opportunities to ensure you have the relevant experience and skills for progressing into further education, an apprenticeship or employment.
If you would like support in any of these areas, please get in touch by calling our office on 01382 224464 or emailing our Deputy Operations Manager at charlene.hay@helmtraining.co.uk
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All in Dundee
All in Dundee is a consortium of local support organisations that specialise in supporting anyone in Dundee with a disability or significance barrier to find work.
For further info on how All in Dundee can support you please contact us info@allindundee.org.uk or call 07714396493
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Dundee Pride Befriending Service 'Reach Out'
Dundee Pride is proud to announce that it’s befriending service, for the local LGBTQ+ community, REACH OUT has been extended, due to funding from Dundee City Council’s Common Good Fund. REACH OUT seeks to reduce isolation, disconnectedness, and loneliness. During this unprecedented time, through the recruitment of a trained and dedicated volunteer team, we will bring together a community aiming to build resilience, connections, and a strengthened support network. REACH OUT is not a counselling service but a hosted community where participants can openly share thoughts and feelings in a safe and protected environment. We can refer them on to other agencies if they need professional support, such as help with food poverty or help with emotional problems.
Dundee Pride have a mission is to take a positive stance against discrimination and violence toward the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, plus (LGBTQ+) community and to progress LGBTQ+ equality, awareness and inclusion within Dundee and the region. Although we have run successful Pride events, we are more than this and as such have created Reach Out. The service is designed to help LGBTQ+ individuals who are feeling isolated and alone and are in need of a friendly ear to speak to.
We are open 24 hours a day, as we have an answering machine and if someone is happy to leave as message, we will call them back
Monday 11:00 – 13:00
Tuesday 11:00 – 13:00, 19:00 – 21:00
Wednesday 11:00 – 13:00
Thursday 10:00 – 12:00
Friday 19:00 – 21:00
Sunday 18:00 – 20:00
The telephone number is 01382 413143 and for texts it is 07397 907 450
REACH OUT is supported by funding from the Dundee City Councils, Common Good Fund. For more information regarding REACH OUT contact Lisa Munro, Outreach Programme Coordinator: lisa.munro@dundeepride.com 01382 413143/07855 471 999
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Volunteering Newsletter
Catch up with new volunteer opportunities and news of volunteer projects and successes by subscribing to the regular Volunteering Newsletter. Catch the latest issue here.
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Do you have good IT skills that you would be willing to share? This is an informal one off and remote volunteering opportunity using our Get Local Support project. Find out more here.
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Recognising Young Volunteers
Young Volunteers aged 12 – 25 can get certificates signed by Scottish Government Ministers in recognition of their volunteering through the Saltire Awards. The certificates help young people demonstrate their achievements when applying for employment, further education or training.
With the Saltire Awards, young volunteers earn certificates when they undertake a Challenge Award or reach 10 hours, 25, 50, 100, 200 or 500 hours of volunteering.
As social restrictions ease, we expect more youth volunteering to take place. So, don’t miss out on the chance to get certificates: saltireawards.scot
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Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund
On Friday 15th October 2021 the Minister for Mental Wellbeing and Social Care, Kevin Stewart MSP, announced that the launch of the new Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund which has been established with £15 million allocated to support mental health and wellbeing in communities across Scotland.
This new fund will be delivered and managed by Third Sector Interfaces (TSIs) in partnership with local integrated health authorities and other partners including Community Planning Partnerships and local authority mental health leads.
The fund aims to support adult community-based initiatives to help address the impact of distress and mental ill health caused by social isolation and loneliness, as well as addressing the mental health inequalities exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Grass roots community groups and third sector organisations will be able to benefit from the funds to deliver activities and programmes to people to reconnect and revitalise communities building on examples of good practice which have emerged throughout the pandemic.
The TSI Scotland Network is delighted to be leading on this new fund. With our reach into local communities across Scotland, TSIs will be able to effectively deliver this funding direct to community-based initiatives that promote and develop good mental health and wellbeing, as well as mitigate the impact of the rising demand for mental health support.
More information about this fund will be made available shortly, with TSIs publishing details of eligibility criteria and the application process on their own respective channels. Prospective applicants are advised that applications will be made via their local TSI.
In Dundee, Dundee TSI will announce the criteria and application process here, in the Dundee TSI Newsletter, and on www.dvva.scot
Read the full announcement from Scottish Government here.
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Common Good Fund
Applications remain open for this year's Common Good Fund, though the remaining funding is limited so smaller applications of £2k-£5k are more likely to be successful. This funding is available for one-off awards that support 'the common good'. Further information and guidance can be found on the application form here.
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The next deadline for applications is the 15th of November, with decisions following in December, making it a good time to plan ahead for activities at the start of 2022.
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Get on board the Introduction to Good Governance
Interested charities can contact us for more information and to request a registration form. Your completed registration form and payment of fee due must be received prior to the induction date.
The Good Governance Award is the quality standard for Scottish charities.
The Award provides a clear, structured approach to assessing and improving a charity’s policies and procedures. Once completed, it provides proof that an organisation is actively engaging in excellent governance through our Award Certification.
The Introduction to Good Governance Programme has been developed to support small charities strengthen their core governance, and is a great precursor to the full Good Governance Award.
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Support Across the Sector
👉 SCVO has helpful information available on its website to help you with running your organisation, from legislation and governance to managing volunteers and funding.
👉 Sign up to the OSCR Reporter to keep informed of the latest developments, news, consultations and forthcoming events for Scottish Charity Regulator updates.
👉 The Scottish Governance Code has been created for the third sector, by the third sector. It is a statement of best practice and has been developed by Scotland’s Third Sector Governance Forum following consultation with over 250 individuals and organisations.
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The Dundee TSI newsletter reaches a readership across all sectors in Dundee. If you have a story, job vacancy or event that represents the great work you are doing we would like to hear and share them. Let us know at communications@dvva.scot or use #DundeeTSI on social media.
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