An autistic adult is working with Autism Network Scotland on a project aiming to improve the travel experience for autistic people in Scotland. Cal McFarlane is seeking help in making autistic voices heard in a report for the Scottish Government … read more
Volunteer Scotland and the Scottish Volunteering Forum have launched a major new report ‘The Contribution of Volunteering to Scotland’s Health and Wellbeing’. It reveals how volunteering can help Scottish society face some of its biggest challenges: an aging population, labour … read more
NHS Dumfries and Galloway is seeking to recruit more volunteers to join a team of over 200 people already providing a valued and respected service at hospitals throughout the region. On Monday in Stranraer and Wednesday in Kirkconnel and Sanquhar, … read more
Three groups from Dumfries and Galloway have been successful in the latest round of Awards for All. Alcohol and Drugs Support South West Scotland have received £2850 from The National Lottery Community Fund to run cookery workshops for people who … read more
An exciting new opportunity has arisen to work for Dumfries and Galloway Advocacy Service. They are seeking an organised and motivated individual to join the team to support its Independent Advocates, Co-ordinate referrals, assist the Chief Executive and carry a … read more
A new women’s service in Scotland has been launched to support women who are involved in selling or exchanging sexual activity online. The Click service’s approach is harm reduction therefore hoping to support women to access sexual health services, advice … read more
The Board of Trustees of Better Lives Partnership is recruiting a Bridge to Business Employability Support Assistant (Temporary) (Fixed Term Initial Contract for 1 year subject to funding) Starting salary: £11 per hour for 16 hours/week (FTE: £9,152 pa) Better … read more
Third sector organisations and volunteers in the Langholm area can now get access to Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway’s advice and support on their doorstep the first Thursday of every month. Selina McMorran, Engagement Officer for Annandale and Eskdale, is … read more
People in disadvantaged communities are set to benefit from a range of projects to tackle poverty, inequality and rural disadvantage. About 250 community groups, social enterprises and charities across the country will receive a share of £11.5 million in 2019-20 … read more
Over 11,000 young people have had a boost in confidence after being involved with Youth Work in Dumfries and Galloway. Just over 24,000 have attended Youth Work events, with 439 volunteers supporting the work the team do. And, a report … read more