In reality, public trust in charities is still high in Scotland – 73% of those questioned in an SCVO,As a sector that embraces human rights and campaigns for equality, we should celebrate and embrace this,So, at SCVO, we took the bull by the horns and launched the ‘I Love Charity’ campaign in February to,It is also underpinned by ongoing SCVO work.,In the coming months, we’ll release more detail about the programme and keep you posted on opportunities

SCVO is governed by a board of trustees.,On this page, you'll find more information about our Board members.,role in promoting equal opportunities and human rights through her work at the West of Scotland Regional,and Human Rights policies.,Passionate about the potential of SCVO and our members, Kim is committed to playing her part in positioning

About our response SCVO welcomes the opportunity to respond to questions 5 and 7 of the Equalities, Human,Equalities and Human Rights Committee.,, inclusion, and human rights for people across Scotland.,In October 2021, SCVO gave evidence to the Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee.,During pre-Budget scrutiny last year, the Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee recommended

About our response SCVO welcomes the opportunity to give evidence to the Social Justice and Social Security,The Equalities, Human Rights, and Civil Justice Committee recommended that the budget process should,align with the core principles of human rights budgeting, encompassing data transparency, participation,However, we are increasingly alarmed about the uncertain outlook for voluntary organisations as we approach,They are crucial in advancing equality, inclusion, and human rights for people across Scotland.

Both the Black Lives Matter Movement and the #CharitySoWhite campaign sparked reflections about power,So, with help from Third Sector Human Rights and Equalities we’ve strengthened the language and detail,Governance evolves, so we want to know if we’re getting it right and how you’re using both the Code and,SCVO’s Good Governance Checkup.,Join us on 16 January for a free lunchtime Good Governance webinar to hear more about the Code update

The winners are: Cracking campaign – The Coalition for Equal Protection (Barnardo’s Scotland, Children,A spokesperson for the Coalition for Equal Protection – Barnardo’s Scotland, Children 1st & NSPCC Scotland,While our campaign delivered an important change in legislation, it was also about driving a positive,Winning this award is testament that we are heading in the right direction. Thank you.”,support are amazing in so many ways and on so many days and it is their compassion, commitment and humanity

Are you a community group, social enterprise or third sector organisation really worried about your future,Development Trusts Association Scotland | (dtascot.org.uk) Funding Scotland SCVO's funding database which,Disclosure Scotland - mygov.scot Equality and Human Rights Commission Britain’s independent equality,and human rights regulator.,HSE: Information about health and safety at work Office of Scottish Charities Regulator (OSCR) The Scottish

About Scotland’s voluntary sector Scotland’s voluntary sector plays a central role in achieving the three,, and human rights themes to both reveal trends and account for portfolio changes.,In the current challenging financial context providing the right information at the right time to the,and human rights outcomes, and that public bodies need to be held accountable for their spending decisions,Since this inquiry was published by the former Equality and Human Rights Committee, the voluntary sector

SCVO Board member Adam Lang invited questions from the audience.,do more to become anti-racist and provide insight and inspiration on race equality in Scotland.,the largest voluntary sector event in the UK, delegates said they could have heard a pin drop when human,rights activist Sir Geoffrey was speaking.,the programme of events and that it's free for delegates to attend We know we didn't get everything right

However, a fair deal on funding is about more than additional money.,Equality: Tackling poverty and protecting people from harm Voluntary organisations provide practical,Other similar calls from committees of the Scottish Parliament include: The Equalities, Human Rights,,Committee recommending the alignment of the Scottish Government’s approach with core principles of human,rights budgeting, encompassing data transparency, participation, and accountability.