Moving from dialogue to true collaboration can feel like climbing a double helix; it isn't a straight path. Emma Abbott, Communications Manager at Charity Finance Group (CFG), shares the lessons learned from a recent collaboration between the charity sector and some of the UK's biggest … [Read more...] about Emma’s Blog: Less talk, more action…But how?

With attendance at external events slowing down, I’ve found myself wondering: Did the people I spoke to really understand what I meant when I talked about the Third Sector — and the jobs available in it? It’s easy to assume understanding when you’re surrounded by people who “get it.” But outside … [Read more...] about Mairi’s Blog: How do I communicate beyond the Third Sector bubble?  

Innovation is essential in improving health and wellbeing in Scotland. Paula Reid, Transformation Service Manager, discusses Public Health Scotland’s (PHS) approach to innovation and the opportunities for a more collaboration to tackle health inequalities by working with partners across public, … [Read more...] about Paula’s Blog: Innovation at PHS – Turning Ambition into Action for a Healthier Scotland

Work in partnership with Home Energy Scotland At Home Energy Scotland, we offer free advice and support to help make homes warmer, reduce energy bills, and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. Funded by the Scottish Government and managed by Energy Saving Trust, our primary focus is … [Read more...] about Home Energy Scotland Blog: Working together to reach those who need it most

Nurturing the wellbeing of the third sector workforce in times of Challenge I have worked in the third sector since 1991. In fact, with local residents in Drumchapel we established what went on to be COPE Scotland. Prior to that I worked as a mental health nurse. I left the NHS because I could … [Read more...] about Hilda’s Blog: Keeping Going Against the Odds