Published: August 17, 2015
‘Scotland – No Place for Prejudice’
Preventing hate crime against people with disabilities is the focus of the first week of a month long Police Scotland campaign, which aims to tackle prejudice in its various forms.…
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Published: August 13, 2015
“Can Do” — volunteer opportunities for disabled people
The Can Do project offers exciting new opportunities for 16- to 35-year-old disabled people to volunteer in their community. They provide the skills and knowledge that enable disabled people to…
Published: August 13, 2015
Boccia Coaching – every Wednesday
Boccia is a sport of intriguing tactics and nail biting tension! It is open to adults, all disabilities and all ability levels. Once you’ve seen it you will be hooked!!!…
Published: July 24, 2015
Open University Course – Foundations for self-directed Support
Did you know that the Open University offers an online course called Foundations for self-directed support in Scotland? If you or someone you know has taken this course, then the…
Published: July 23, 2015
Project Search Edinburgh – final three places
Project Search is a City of Edinburgh Council supported initiative to assist disabled young adults with pathways to employment through work experience placements. It is a partnership between the Council,…
Published: July 7, 2015
ILF Scotland – Recruitment of Chair and Members of the Board of Directors
Do you want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people in Scotland? Independent Living Fund Scotland (ILF Scotland) is the new organisation, established by Scottish Government, responsible…
Published: July 7, 2015
Important Update – Independent Living Fund Scotland
Since 1988, the Independent Living Fund (ILF) provided financial support to disabled people, predominantly to allow them to pay for carers and live independently at home, rather than in residential…
Published: June 30, 2015
Writing Competition – Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival
The Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival is inviting entries to its 2015 Writing Competition. The Festival aims to challenge preconceived ideas about mental health, through literature, film, music…