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Partnership deal for social care aids

Respite Now CIC and WellScot have entered into a partnership agreement to market and sell social care aids.

Risk management guide for small charities launches

The small charities guide by PolicyBee signposts help in areas such as GDPR, health and safety and fundraising.

Passion4Social C.I.C is a newly established Creative Agency with a difference!

Operating out of the Greater Glasgow area, their aim is to help create an equal, understanding and inclusive society, in which the potential of people with disabilities is realised.

Deaf Connections are looking for new trustees

Deaf Connections, formerly known as the Glasgow and West of Scotland Society for the Deaf, was founded in 1822 and is Scotland’s oldest charity for the Deaf.

Festive Events from Deaf Connections

Deaf Connections are delighted to bring to you a range of festive events:

Council approves Digital Glasgow Strategy to bring city social and economic benefits from the digital revolution

The Digital Glasgow Strategy was today (29 November) approved by Glasgow City Council.

Local SENs: What Are They?

Local Social Enterprise Networks (SENs) have been and continue to be established across Scotland – providing grassroots social enterprises with the support they need to connect, collaborate and grow at a local level.

Potential in Me seeking partners for new families programme

Potential in Me are delighted to confirm that they've received funding to deliver their new families programme called 'Potential in Families' in the Southside of Glasgow over the course of 2019.

Theatre Nemo Christmas Fair

Nearly that time again “Christmas” and Theatre Nemo are having their Christmas Fair once again, come along see what great unusual very reasonable things you can pick up. Most between £2 and £5

Don't let your Christmas party be a TURKEY, order your catering from Milk Cafe instead!

Fresh, seasonal and ethically sourced, and they're even doing free delivery because it's what Santa would want!

Job Vacancy: Engagement Officer with Urban Roots

Urban Roots are looking to appoint an Engagement Officer to support the delivery of community engagement and consultation sessions around proposed green space and active travel improvements.

SVQ Training from Heart for the City

News from Music Broth

Music Broth have launched their Christmas Crowdfunder Campaign to encourage people to pay towards their Hardship Fund to subsidise the cost of library memberships for people in the community who need them most, to repair instruments, or support organisations and the people they represent. All going to a good cause and meetingaims to improve access to musical instruments and equipment for everyone. Find out more here.

Wasps Artist and Makers Market

Wasps are thrilled to announce, for the second year running, their Wasps Artist and Makers Market taking place this December. Join them in the beautiful Briggait for this free one day event showcasing work from our studio holders from across Scotland. This unique market is the perfect way to do your Christmas shopping whilst supporting artists, makers and independent businesses at the same time. All work will be for sale, bought directly from the artists, ranging from fine art to design and crafts.

Job Vacancies: Wasps

Wasps are currently recruiting for a Property Maintenance Officer and South Block Receptionist. Find out more information below.

The Senior Centre – Castlemilk played host to 18 delegates from the People’s Republic of China

On the 23^rd of November, The Senior Centre – Castlemilk played host to 18 delegates from the People’s Republic of China. The work of the officials, who were Directors and Deputy Directors from China’s Ministry of Civil Affairs, includes the creation and implementation of policy in areas such as social welfare development and the monitoring of social groups.

Consultation on Scottish Hate Crime Legislation

You may be aware that the launch of the Scottish Government’s Hate Crime Consultation took place on the 14th November at the 6VT Youth Cate in Edinburgh.

Associate Member News - Free Branding Workshops from Adam Piggot

Every month from January, Glasgow-based Designer & Branding Specialist, Adam Piggot, will reserve one free slot for GSEN members on his Brand Definition Programme. The programme consists of two half-day workshops, delivered one week apart. The workshops will take place at your office or another venue of your choice, for up to six people from your team.

Volunteer Opportunity at Arkbound Foundation

Arkbound is a publishing social enterprise that seeks to support people from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds get published. We are looking for someone who is interested in helping with the intricate side of BOOK EDITING.