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SUMMARY:SCLWN: Knowledge Exchange March 2026
DESCRIPTION:** This event is for Programme Leads and Community Link Workers in primary care settings in Scotland. ** \nOur regular Scottish Community Link Worker Network Knowledge Exchanges offer Community Link Workers the opportunity to hear from organisations and services that can support them and their clients. \nOur March event will feature presentations and discussion from Epilepsy Scotland as well as the team behind two NHS Digital Therapies – Sleepio and Daylight – which support people struggling with poor sleep\, ongoing worry\, or anxiety. We will also hear from Sleep Action which helps families and professionals to improve sleep through tailored support and training. \nFind out more and book your place. \nFor more information about Network events please contact the Network’s Project Manager Roisin Hurst.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/sclwn-knowledge-exchange-march-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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ORGANIZER;CN="VHS":MAILTO:mail@vhscotland.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
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SUMMARY:SCLWN: Cruse Training in Compassionate Conversations
DESCRIPTION:** This event is for CLWs and Programme Leads in primary care settings in Scotland.** \nThis training event\, in partnership with Cruse Scotland \, will focus on how to talk compassionately about death\, dying and bereavement. The course is designed to build CLWs’ confidence and insight on the differing expressions of grief responses following bereavement. It will support CLWs to convey compassionate responses\, whilst demonstrating genuine understanding and support. \nThe course will support CLWs to: \n\nbuild confidence to communicate with compassion to those who are grieving\, following a bereavement\nhelp them to consider grief in the context of their role\ndevelop an understanding of compassionate conversations which in turn increase confidence in discussing grief themes\nconsider the impact of working with grief themes and how to manage individual self-care and wellbeing.\n\nPlease note that the number of places will be restricted to facilitate discussion. \nFor more information and to book your place\, please click here. \nFor more information about the event please contact Network Project Manager Roisin Hurst.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/sclwn-cruse-training-in-compassionate-conversations/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T163000
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SUMMARY:*Online* Anti-racism Workshop with CEMVO
DESCRIPTION:What areas of equality work does your organisation want to focus on most? \nAt our Annual Conference in October\, CEMVO Scotland asked this question across our network. Two themes stood out clearly: workforce diversity and community engagement strategy. \nTo build on this\, we’re hosting an interactive online session that begins with a grounding in key anti-racism concepts—including race\, racism and anti-racism\, intersectionality\, privilege\, microaggressions\, and effective allyship. This shared foundation will support our ongoing work to address racialised health inequalities across the sector. \nIn the second half of the session\, we’ll move into group discussions to identify practical anti-racist actions\, highlight good practice\, and explore areas for development. This is where we’ll dig deeper into the themes of workforce diversity and community engagement. \nAnyone who attends either introductory session (January or February) will also be invited to an online workshop in March\, where participants will help co-create anti-racism guidance for the sector. \nWe welcome staff in any role\, at any stage of their learning journey—no prior knowledge needed. \nReserve your spot in this workshop here. 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/online-anti-racism-workshop-with-cemvo/
LOCATION:online via Teams\, .\, .\, .\, .
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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ORGANIZER;CN="VHS":MAILTO:mail@vhscotland.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T160000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
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SUMMARY:SCLWN: Cruse Scotland Training in Compassionate Conversations
DESCRIPTION:**This event is for Primary Care CLWs and CLW Programme Leads.**  \nThis training event\, in partnership with Cruse Scotland\, will focus on how to talk compassionately about death\, dying and bereavement. The course is designed to build CLWs’ confidence and insight on the differing expressions of grief responses following bereavement. It will support CLWs to convey compassionate responses\, whilst demonstrating genuine understanding and support. \nThe course will support CLWs to: \n\nbuild confidence to communicate with compassion to those who are grieving\, following a bereavement\nhelp them to consider grief in the context of their role\ndevelop an understanding of compassionate conversations which in turn increase confidence in discussing grief themes\nconsider the impact of working with grief themes and how to manage individual self-care and wellbeing.\n\nPlease note that places will be restricted to a small number to facilitate discussion. \nTo book your place\, please click here. \nFor more information about the Network\, contact Roisin Hurst.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/sclwn-cruse-scotland-training-in-compassionate-conversations-2/
LOCATION:online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T123000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20251218T122540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T122540Z
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SUMMARY:*In-Person* Anti-racism Workshop with CEMVO
DESCRIPTION:What areas of equality work does your organisation want to focus on most? \nAt our Annual Conference in October\, CEMVO Scotland asked this question across our network. Two themes stood out clearly: workforce diversity and community engagement strategy. \nTo build on this\, we’re hosting an interactive session that begins with a grounding in key anti-racism concepts—including race\, racism and anti-racism\, intersectionality\, privilege\, microaggressions\, and effective allyship. This shared foundation will support our ongoing work to address racialised health inequalities across the sector. \nIn the second half of the session\, we’ll move into group discussions to identify practical anti-racist actions\, highlight good practice\, and explore areas for development. This is where we’ll dig deeper into the themes of workforce diversity and community engagement. \nAnyone who attends either introductory session (January or February) will also be invited to an online workshop on the 25 March\, where participants will help co-create anti-racism guidance for the sector. \nWe welcome staff in any role\, at any stage of their learning journey—no prior knowledge needed. \nReserve your spot in this workshop here.\nA light lunch will be provided after the training. \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/in-person-anti-racism-workshop-with-cemvo/
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20251006T140430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T141149Z
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SUMMARY:SCLWN: Cruse Scotland Training in Compassionate Conversations
DESCRIPTION:**This event is for Primary Care CLWs and CLW Programme Leads.**  \nThis training event\, in partnership with Cruse Scotland\, will focus on how to talk compassionately about death\, dying and bereavement. The course is designed to build CLWs’ confidence and insight on the differing expressions of grief responses following bereavement. It will support CLWs to convey compassionate responses\, whilst demonstrating genuine understanding and support. \nThe course will support CLWs to: \n\nbuild confidence to communicate with compassion to those who are grieving\, following a bereavement\nhelp them to consider grief in the context of their role\ndevelop an understanding of compassionate conversations which in turn increase confidence in discussing grief themes\nconsider the impact of working with grief themes and how to manage individual self-care and wellbeing.\n\nPlease note that places will be restricted to 15 to facilitate discussion. \nTo book your place\, please click here. \nFor more information about the Network\, contact Roisin Hurst. \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/sclwn-cruse-scotland-training-in-compassionate-conversations/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20250923T072856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T072856Z
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SUMMARY:SCLWN: Gaming and Gambling Harm Prevention Training
DESCRIPTION:***This event is aimed specifically at Community Link Workers who are working directly within a primary care setting in Scotland. Managers/Programme Leads for Community Link Workers are also welcome to attend.*** \nFollowing a successful training event in June\, The Scottish Community Link Worker Network is working again with award-winning charity Ygam to offer CLWs City and Guilds Gaming and Gambling Harm Prevention Training in November.  The timing of this training is particularly pertinent with the recent release of the Public Health Scotland Healthcare Needs Assessment of Gambling Harm in Scotland. This document also recommends the new NICE Guidelines on this topic\, which say the following: \n“Health and social care professionals should consider asking people about gambling (even if they have no obvious risk factors for gambling-related harm) when asking them about smoking\, alcohol consumption or use of other substances (for example\, as part of a holistic assessment or health check\, when registering for a service such as with a GP or in contacts with social services).” \nIn addition\, 83% of 8-25-year-olds game at least three times a week (with 58% gaming every single day)\, and there was a 3-fold increase in referrals for support for gaming disorder between 2019 and 2020. \nYgam’s workshop will help CLWs to open up conversations on these topics (which can be tricky to do due to the shame and stigma associated with them)\, as well as providing guidance on how to support and signpost a patient who is experiencing gaming or gambling harm. \nBook your place here.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/sclwn-gaming-and-gambling-harm-prevention-training-2/
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20250702T072742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T072742Z
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SUMMARY:Scottish Community Link Worker Network and Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey Networking  Event
DESCRIPTION:*This event is for SCLWN members and ICJ Link Workers* \nThe Scottish Community Link Worker Network and Macmillan Cancer Support are excited to host the first online event for link workers from Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey and the Scottish Community Link Worker Network. The event will bring the two networks and communities of practice together for the first time to share learning and good practice. \nThe morning will include speakers from Scottish Government’s Cancer and Primary Care Policy Teams\, National Education for Scotland (NES) training. There will also be breakout sessions to give CLWs and ICJ link workers the opportunity to spend time together and find out more about each other’s work and practice. \nBook your place here. \nFor more information\, please contact SCLWN Project Manager Roisin Hurst. \n \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/scottish-community-link-worker-network-and-macmillan-improving-the-cancer-journey-networking-event/
LOCATION:online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220523T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220523T143000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20220413T161319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131927Z
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SUMMARY:Health Inequalities Inquiry Engagement Event: Equalities and Human Rights
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Parliament’s Health\, Social Care & Sport Committee is holding an inquiry into what can be done about health inequalities. The Parliament’s Community & Participation Team are hosting four informal engagement events as part of their scrutiny of the wider determinants of health inequalities. \nThis online engagement event will focus on equalities and human rights. It will give organisations the chance to engage with parliamentarians about the wider determinants of health. \nSocial injustice can create conditions that can negatively affect the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. \n\nSome individuals and groups\, most often those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged\, have poorer health outcomes than others.\nThese individuals and groups can experience barriers accessing health and care\, these can be physical\, financial\, mental or social related to stigma/discrimination.\nHuman rights violations can contribute to and exacerbate poor health.\n\nIn the context of equalities and human rights we would like participants to consider: \n\nWhat do you think are the key factors which have negative impact upon people’s health?\nWhat do you think are the main barriers to people improving their health?\nWhat change(s) would you like to see which would help improve people’s health?\n\nVoluntary Health Scotland is helping facilitate each of the engagement events and we are looking for expressions of interest from those wanting to take part. If you are interested in contributing to this session we would be grateful if you could contact Kimberley with your expression of interest.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/health-inequalities-inquiry-engagement-event-equalities-and-human-rights/
CATEGORIES:Event with VHS input,VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220523T113000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20220413T161329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131926Z
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SUMMARY:Health Inequalities Inquiry Engagement Event: Economy and Employment
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Parliament’s Health\, Social Care & Sport Committee is holding an inquiry into what can be done about health inequalities. The Parliament’s Community & Participation Team are hosting four informal engagement events as part of their scrutiny of the wider determinants of health inequalities. \nThis online engagement event will focus on economy and employment. It will give organisations the chance to engage with parliamentarians about the wider determinants of health. \nIncome and employment status are strongly associated with health and wellbeing. \n\n\n\nPoor health can limit access to employment.\nUnemployment and job insecurity can lead to poor health and wellbeing.\nLow incomes can prevent people from participating in social life and day to day activities.\nFood poverty and insecurity can lead to poor health.\nIncome can be related to life expectancy\, with those on higher salaries expected to live longer.\nMany physical and mental health outcomes improve as income rises.\n\n\n\nIn the context of economy and employment we would like participants to consider: \n\nWhat do you think are the key factors which have negative impact upon people’s health?\nWhat do you think are the main barriers to people improving their health?\nWhat change(s) would you like to see which would help improve people’s health?\n\nVoluntary Health Scotland is helping facilitate each of the engagement events and we are looking for expressions of interest from those wanting to take part. If you are interested in contributing to this session we would be grateful if you could contact Kimberley with your expression of interest.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/health-inequalities-inquiry-engagement-event-economy-and-employment/
CATEGORIES:Event with VHS input,VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220520T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220520T143000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20220413T161306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T113258Z
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SUMMARY:Health Inequalities Inquiry Engagement Event: Local Government\, Housing and Planning
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Parliament’s Health\, Social Care & Sport Committee is holding an inquiry into what can be done about health inequalities. The Parliament’s Community & Participation Team are hosting four informal engagement events as part of their scrutiny of the wider determinants of health inequalities. \nThis online engagement event will focus on local government\, housing and planning. It will give organisations the chance to engage with parliamentarians about the wider determinants of health. \nCommunity life\, social connections and having a voice in local decisions can affect health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. \n\nAccess to housing\, local amenities and how local environments are planned and laid out can all have an impact on an individual’s health.\nLiving in poor housing – a cold\, damp home – can lead to poor physical health and respiratory problems.\nHigh housing costs and increasing bills may place a strain on people’s finances\, forcing individuals to make a choice between heating and good quality food.\nPoor town planning can limit an individual’s access to community assets and services\, especially those with ill health.\nPoor health can impact on educational outcomes\, and education has an impact on our health outcomes.\nAccess to social care can make a difference to health and wellbeing\, including helping individuals participate in society and improving mental health\, enabling rehabilitation and improving community connections.\n\nIn the context of local government\, housing and planning we would like participants to consider: \n\nWhat do you think are the key factors which have negative impact upon people’s health?\nWhat do you think are the main barriers to people improving their health?\nWhat change(s) would you like to see which would help improve people’s health?\n\nVoluntary Health Scotland is helping facilitate each of the engagement events and we are looking for expressions of interest from those wanting to take part. If you are interested in contributing to this session we would be grateful if you could contact Kimberley with your expression of interest.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/health-inequalities-inquiry-engagement-event-local-government-housing-and-planning/
CATEGORIES:Event with VHS input,VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220520T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220520T113000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20220413T161251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T113410Z
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SUMMARY:Health Inequalities Inquiry Engagement Event: Social Justice and Social Security
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Parliament’s Health\, Social Care & Sport Committee is holding an inquiry into what can be done about health inequalities. The Parliament’s Community & Participation Team are hosting four informal engagement events as part of their scrutiny of the wider determinants of health inequalities. \nThis online engagement event will focus on social justice and social security. It will give organisations the chance to engage with parliamentarians about the wider determinants of health. \nChanges in social security policies can have significant effects on health and wellbeing. \n\nAusterity\, cuts to benefits and tax credits can have an impact on health and wellbeing\, and life expectancy\, this can often have the worst impact in the most deprived areas.\nImprovements in social security benefits can improve mental health outcomes and reductions can have a negative impact on mental health outcomes.\nSome groups and individuals do not have the capacity to engage appropriately or have someone that can advocate for them on the circumstances and decisions that can affect them\, or to appeal decisions they feel are unfair. This can impact on health and wellbeing.\n\nIn the context of social justice and social security we would like participants to consider: \n\nWhat do you think are the key factors which have negative impact upon people’s health?\nWhat do you think are the main barriers to people improving their health?\nWhat change(s) would you like to see which would help improve people’s health?\n\nVoluntary Health Scotland is helping facilitate each of the engagement events and we are looking for expressions of interest from those wanting to take part. If you are interested in contributing to this session we would be grateful if you could contact Kimberley with your expression of interest.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/health-inequalities-inquiry-engagement-event-social-justice-and-social-security/
CATEGORIES:Event with VHS input,VHS joint event with partners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211209T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211209T123000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20211015T091418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131914Z
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SUMMARY:Community Link Workers – Demonstrating Impact on Health Inequalities
DESCRIPTION:***This event is aimed specifically at Community Link Workers who are working directly within a Primary Care setting in Scotland and who would be interested in understanding how to demonstrate their impact on tackling health inequalities.*** \nEvaluation Support Scotland (ESS) and Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) are holding a joint learning workshop to help Community Link Workers explain and measure their work by drawing on the ESS resource Recognising our rich tapestry. \nBook your place here.\nThis session may appeal to you if you are keen to review how you currently evaluate your work. Perhaps you are wondering: \n\n“How can I show that my work has stopped someone going into crisis?”\n“Counting the number of people we help doesn’t show the full picture of our impact. How can I show the breadth of my impact?”\n“What kind of evidence should I collect to show our contribution to health inequalities?”\n“How can I help others better understand what difference we make?”\n\nAt this event we will:  \n\nShare with you some key steps from our resource: “Recognising our rich tapestry: measuring the contribution of third sector organisations to tackling health inequalities”\nProvide an opportunity to reflect on what this means in relation to your work\nCreate space to share experiences of evaluation with other Community Link Workers\n\nWe think this will help you:  \n\nFeel more confident to take steps to evaluate your work\nBetter understand where to go for more information/support\nBetter understand how to demonstrate your impact on health inequalities\n\nThis is a joint event run by Evaluation Support Scotland (ESS) and Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS). \n@VHSComms   \n@EvalSupScot \nPlease contact Lauren Blair if you have any questions. \nThis event is for the the Scottish Community Link Worker Network please contact Roisin Hurst  if you have any questions on the network.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/community-link-workers-demonstrating-impact-on-health-inequalities/
LOCATION:online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211209T123000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20211015T091418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T091418Z
UID:16430-1639044000-1639053000@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Link Workers – Demonstrating Impact on Health Inequalities
DESCRIPTION:***This event is aimed specifically at Community Link Workers who are working directly within a Primary Care setting in Scotland and who would be interested in understanding how to demonstrate their impact on tackling health inequalities.*** \nEvaluation Support Scotland (ESS) and Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) are holding a joint learning workshop to help Community Link Workers explain and measure their work by drawing on the ESS resource Recognising our rich tapestry. \nBook your place here.\nThis session may appeal to you if you are keen to review how you currently evaluate your work. Perhaps you are wondering: \n\n“How can I show that my work has stopped someone going into crisis?”\n“Counting the number of people we help doesn’t show the full picture of our impact. How can I show the breadth of my impact?”\n“What kind of evidence should I collect to show our contribution to health inequalities?”\n“How can I help others better understand what difference we make?”\n\nAt this event we will:  \n\nShare with you some key steps from our resource: “Recognising our rich tapestry: measuring the contribution of third sector organisations to tackling health inequalities”\nProvide an opportunity to reflect on what this means in relation to your work\nCreate space to share experiences of evaluation with other Community Link Workers\n\nWe think this will help you:  \n\nFeel more confident to take steps to evaluate your work\nBetter understand where to go for more information/support\nBetter understand how to demonstrate your impact on health inequalities\n\nThis is a joint event run by Evaluation Support Scotland (ESS) and Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS). \n@VHSComms   \n@EvalSupScot \nPlease contact Lauren Blair if you have any questions. \nThis event is for the the Scottish Community Link Worker Network please contact Roisin Hurst  if you have any questions on the network.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/community-link-workers-demonstrating-impact-on-health-inequalities-2/
LOCATION:online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210324T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20210217T162619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T162619Z
UID:16417-1616580000-1616587200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Evidencing the Change
DESCRIPTION:**** This event is now fully booked**** \nThis is a joint event run by Evaluation Support Scotland (ESS)\, Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) and the Community Health Exchange (CHEX). This work is funded by Public Health Scotland. \nOur event is for any third sector organisation or commissioning body interested in exploring the type of evidence third sector organisations typically collect to show how they contribute to tackling inequalities. \nAt this event we will:\n\nShare with you some key steps from our resource: “Recognising our rich tapestry: measuring the contribution of third sector organisations to tackling health inequalities”\nShare and discuss examples of organisations who have used this resource to prove how their work contributes to tackling health inequalities\nProvide an opportunity to reflect on what this means in relation to your work\n\nWe think this will help you:\n\nGain more awareness of the kind of evidence that shows third sector organisations are making a difference to inequalities\nBetter understand how you can apply this model to your work (whether you are in the third sector or commissioning third sector organisations)\n\nThis participative session will be a mix of presentations\, discussions in small groups and Q&A. \nThis session is free to attend but booking is required as places are limited. \nPlease book at ESS website here.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/evidencing-the-change-2/
LOCATION:online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210324T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20210217T162619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131822Z
UID:14393-1616580000-1616587200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Evidencing the Change
DESCRIPTION:**** This event is now fully booked**** \nThis is a joint event run by Evaluation Support Scotland (ESS)\, Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) and the Community Health Exchange (CHEX). This work is funded by Public Health Scotland. \nOur event is for any third sector organisation or commissioning body interested in exploring the type of evidence third sector organisations typically collect to show how they contribute to tackling inequalities. \nAt this event we will:\n\nShare with you some key steps from our resource: “Recognising our rich tapestry: measuring the contribution of third sector organisations to tackling health inequalities”\nShare and discuss examples of organisations who have used this resource to prove how their work contributes to tackling health inequalities\nProvide an opportunity to reflect on what this means in relation to your work\n\nWe think this will help you:\n\nGain more awareness of the kind of evidence that shows third sector organisations are making a difference to inequalities\nBetter understand how you can apply this model to your work (whether you are in the third sector or commissioning third sector organisations)\n\nThis participative session will be a mix of presentations\, discussions in small groups and Q&A. \nThis session is free to attend but booking is required as places are limited. \nPlease book at ESS website here.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/evidencing-the-change/
LOCATION:online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180302
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20170111T150356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170111T150356Z
UID:16338-1519862400-1519948799@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tomorrow's World Today: New Frontiers in Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Tomorrow’s World Today: new frontiers in mental health \nWE REGRET TO ANNOUNCE THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED/POSTPONED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER WARNINGS. IF YOU ARE A DELEGATE/EXHIBITOR\, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAILS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. \nHow is our technologically enabled\, globalised and digital society changing our understanding of mental health and wellbeing? Can we predict what a society with good mental health will look like in 10\, 20 or 50 years’ time? Is there evidence that we are adapting and developing new attitudes\, strategies and technologies for looking after our mental wellbeing? Or is our uncertain\, unequal and fast changing world putting an intolerable strain on our mental wellbeing? What are the necessary ingredients for developing and maintaining a healthy\, connected mind throughout our lives? \nExpect to be stimulated\, engaged and challenged as we examine the changing state of mental health\, consider the research evidence\, and put technology to the test. \nThis is a collaborative conference\, organised by VHS\, Support in Mind Scotland and the Open University in Scotland. \nBook your place at the event \n\nVHS Member places: £30 plus Eventbrite booking fee\nThird sector non VHS member places: £45 plus Eventbrite booking fee\nPublic Sector/NHS places: £60 plus Eventbrite booking fee\n\nRegistration begins at 9am with the conference due to start at 10am and close at 15.50pm. \nView the full Conference programme and timings: \nTomorrow’s World Today Conference Agenda 2018 \nSpeakers Include: \nConference Chair is Martyn Evans\, CEO of Carnegie UK Trust \nDr Stuart Ritchie\, Postdoctoral Fellow in Cognitive Ageing from the University of Edinburgh \nProfessor Philip Wilson\, Professor of Primary Care and Rural Health\, Centre for Rural Health\, University of Aberdeen \nShirley Cramer CBE\, Chief Executive\, The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) \nDr Valerie Carr\, Project Director\, Snook \nDr Trevor Lakey\, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde \nProfessor Stewart Mercer \, University of Glasgow \nDr Sharon Simpson\, University of Glasgow \nShirley Windsor\, Organisational Lead (Public Mental Health)\, NHS Health Scotland \nAllyson McCollam\, Associate Joint Director of Public Health for NHS Borders and Vice Chair of the Public Mental Health Group \nDr Jonathan Leach\, Faculty of Health and Social Care\, The Open University \nCalum Irving\, Director\, See Me \nJames Jopling\, Director of Scotland\, The Samaritans \nYoung Scot & Communic18 led session \nRead full speaker and contributor biographies here \nSponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities TWT 010318 \nIf you wish to discuss opportunities to exhibit or support the event\, please email Lauren Blair  \n  \nLead Conference Sponsor: \n \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/mental-health-in-scotland-conference-2/
LOCATION:Stirling Court Hotel | Stirling University\, University Road West\, Bridge Of Allan\, Stirling\, FK9 4AE \, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180302
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20170111T150356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131452Z
UID:9028-1519862400-1519948799@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tomorrow's World Today: New Frontiers in Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Tomorrow’s World Today: new frontiers in mental health \nWE REGRET TO ANNOUNCE THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED/POSTPONED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER WARNINGS. IF YOU ARE A DELEGATE/EXHIBITOR\, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAILS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. \nHow is our technologically enabled\, globalised and digital society changing our understanding of mental health and wellbeing? Can we predict what a society with good mental health will look like in 10\, 20 or 50 years’ time? Is there evidence that we are adapting and developing new attitudes\, strategies and technologies for looking after our mental wellbeing? Or is our uncertain\, unequal and fast changing world putting an intolerable strain on our mental wellbeing? What are the necessary ingredients for developing and maintaining a healthy\, connected mind throughout our lives? \nExpect to be stimulated\, engaged and challenged as we examine the changing state of mental health\, consider the research evidence\, and put technology to the test. \nThis is a collaborative conference\, organised by VHS\, Support in Mind Scotland and the Open University in Scotland. \nBook your place at the event \n\nVHS Member places: £30 plus Eventbrite booking fee\nThird sector non VHS member places: £45 plus Eventbrite booking fee\nPublic Sector/NHS places: £60 plus Eventbrite booking fee\n\nRegistration begins at 9am with the conference due to start at 10am and close at 15.50pm. \nView the full Conference programme and timings: \nTomorrow’s World Today Conference Agenda 2018 \nSpeakers Include: \nConference Chair is Martyn Evans\, CEO of Carnegie UK Trust \nDr Stuart Ritchie\, Postdoctoral Fellow in Cognitive Ageing from the University of Edinburgh \nProfessor Philip Wilson\, Professor of Primary Care and Rural Health\, Centre for Rural Health\, University of Aberdeen \nShirley Cramer CBE\, Chief Executive\, The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) \nDr Valerie Carr\, Project Director\, Snook \nDr Trevor Lakey\, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde \nProfessor Stewart Mercer \, University of Glasgow \nDr Sharon Simpson\, University of Glasgow \nShirley Windsor\, Organisational Lead (Public Mental Health)\, NHS Health Scotland \nAllyson McCollam\, Associate Joint Director of Public Health for NHS Borders and Vice Chair of the Public Mental Health Group \nDr Jonathan Leach\, Faculty of Health and Social Care\, The Open University \nCalum Irving\, Director\, See Me \nJames Jopling\, Director of Scotland\, The Samaritans \nYoung Scot & Communic18 led session \nRead full speaker and contributor biographies here \nSponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities TWT 010318 \nIf you wish to discuss opportunities to exhibit or support the event\, please email Lauren Blair  \n  \nLead Conference Sponsor: \n \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/mental-health-in-scotland-conference/
LOCATION:Stirling Court Hotel | Stirling University\, University Road West\, Bridge Of Allan\, Stirling\, FK9 4AE \, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180221T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180221T143000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20171206T092425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171206T092425Z
UID:16351-1519219800-1519223400@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:A weighty issue: Understanding and Action on Obesity and Health at The Gathering
DESCRIPTION:VHS invites you to join this timely discussion at the Gathering 2018\, as we shine a light on the damage that overweight and obesity inflicts on our health\, dissect the Scottish Government’s plans for a national strategy\, and give some serious thought to what we can all do to support people to live happily and well. \nThe Scottish Health Survey 2016 showed that 65% of adults are overweight or obese and 29% of children. Obesity and overweight are linked to 13 different cancers as well as to Type 2 Diabetes\, asthma\, osteoarthritis and cardio-vascular disease. The underlying determinants of obesity and their relationship with inequalities\, as well as potential solutions\, are complex and poorly understood. The estimated cost of obesity and overweight to Scotland’s health\, economy and society is an eye-watering £4.6 billion. \nJoin the debate as our expert panel explains why obesity may be Scotland’s biggest health challenge yet\, presents the evidence about what works (and doesn’t work)\, and calls us all to action on this weighty issue. \nNHS Health Scotland is supporting this event\, through its learning collaborative programme on inequalities. \nThe consultation period on the Scottish Government’s proposed strategy closed on 31st January: A Healthier Future – Action and Ambitions on Diet\, Activity\, and Healthy Weight. \nRead our response here: VHS Consultation Response \nRead our briefing paper here: A Healthy Weight Briefing  \nThe event will be chaired by: \n\nGregor McNie\, ‎Head of External Affairs (Devolved Nations)\, Cancer Research UK\n\nWe will hear from: \n\nDr Drew Walker\, Director of Public Health\, NHS Tayside\nAlison Douglas\, Chief Executive\, Alcohol Focus Scotland\nBella Crowe\, Policy Officer\, Nourish Scotland\nDr Anna Gryka\, Policy Officer\, Obesity Action Scotland\n\nHealthy Weight Agenda 2018 \nBook your place and find out more about the Gathering 2018
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/a-weighty-issue-understanding-and-action-on-obesity-and-health-at-the-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Scottish Event Campus SEC\, Glasgow\, G3 8YW
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180221T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180221T143000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20171206T092425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131530Z
UID:10215-1519219800-1519223400@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:A weighty issue: Understanding and Action on Obesity and Health at The Gathering
DESCRIPTION:VHS invites you to join this timely discussion at the Gathering 2018\, as we shine a light on the damage that overweight and obesity inflicts on our health\, dissect the Scottish Government’s plans for a national strategy\, and give some serious thought to what we can all do to support people to live happily and well. \nThe Scottish Health Survey 2016 showed that 65% of adults are overweight or obese and 29% of children. Obesity and overweight are linked to 13 different cancers as well as to Type 2 Diabetes\, asthma\, osteoarthritis and cardio-vascular disease. The underlying determinants of obesity and their relationship with inequalities\, as well as potential solutions\, are complex and poorly understood. The estimated cost of obesity and overweight to Scotland’s health\, economy and society is an eye-watering £4.6 billion. \nJoin the debate as our expert panel explains why obesity may be Scotland’s biggest health challenge yet\, presents the evidence about what works (and doesn’t work)\, and calls us all to action on this weighty issue. \nNHS Health Scotland is supporting this event\, through its learning collaborative programme on inequalities. \nThe consultation period on the Scottish Government’s proposed strategy closed on 31st January: A Healthier Future – Action and Ambitions on Diet\, Activity\, and Healthy Weight. \nRead our response here: VHS Consultation Response \nRead our briefing paper here: A Healthy Weight Briefing  \nThe event will be chaired by: \n\nGregor McNie\, ‎Head of External Affairs (Devolved Nations)\, Cancer Research UK\n\nWe will hear from: \n\nDr Drew Walker\, Director of Public Health\, NHS Tayside\nAlison Douglas\, Chief Executive\, Alcohol Focus Scotland\nBella Crowe\, Policy Officer\, Nourish Scotland\nDr Anna Gryka\, Policy Officer\, Obesity Action Scotland\n\nHealthy Weight Agenda 2018 \nBook your place and find out more about the Gathering 2018
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/a-weighty-issue-understanding-and-action-on-obesity-and-health-at-the-gathering/
LOCATION:Scottish Event Campus SEC\, Glasgow\, G3 8YW
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20170427T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20170427T150000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20161116T145128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161116T145128Z
UID:16337-1493296200-1493305200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Helensburgh Workshop: Mental Health and Social Support
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Health Scotland\, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. \nThe third workshop in this series will take place in Helensburgh on 27th of April 2017 from 12- 3pm. \nA light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. \nThis event is free to attend\, but places are limited. \nAbout the Event \nSocial support is the everyday assistance offered by family\, friends\, neighbours and colleagues\, as well as the help offered by many charities and support services. It plays a vital role in maintaining mental health and wellbeing. \n\nLack of social support is associated with and feelings of loneliness and isolation\, which have been linked with poorer physical health\, reduced life expectancy and a wide range of mental health problems including anxiety and depression. \nSpeakers  \n\nFrances Simpson\, Chief Executive\, Support in Mind Scotland\nDr Jonathan Leach\, Lecturer in Health and Social Care\, The Open University\n\nIf you have any questions about the seminar please email Lauren Blair  \nHelensburgh Social Support and Mental Health Workshop Presentations
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/oban-seminar-mental-health-and-social-support-2/
LOCATION:Helensburgh Parish Church\, Colquhoun Street\, Helensburgh \, G84 8UP
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20170427T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20170427T150000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20161116T145128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131449Z
UID:8815-1493296200-1493305200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Helensburgh Workshop: Mental Health and Social Support
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Health Scotland\, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. \nThe third workshop in this series will take place in Helensburgh on 27th of April 2017 from 12- 3pm. \nA light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. \nThis event is free to attend\, but places are limited. \nAbout the Event \nSocial support is the everyday assistance offered by family\, friends\, neighbours and colleagues\, as well as the help offered by many charities and support services. It plays a vital role in maintaining mental health and wellbeing. \n\nLack of social support is associated with and feelings of loneliness and isolation\, which have been linked with poorer physical health\, reduced life expectancy and a wide range of mental health problems including anxiety and depression. \nSpeakers  \n\nFrances Simpson\, Chief Executive\, Support in Mind Scotland\nDr Jonathan Leach\, Lecturer in Health and Social Care\, The Open University\n\nIf you have any questions about the seminar please email Lauren Blair  \nHelensburgh Social Support and Mental Health Workshop Presentations
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/oban-seminar-mental-health-and-social-support/
LOCATION:Helensburgh Parish Church\, Colquhoun Street\, Helensburgh \, G84 8UP
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20161102T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20161102T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20160719T110233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160719T110233Z
UID:16333-1478104200-1478113200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health and Social Support Seminar- Linking Research and Practice
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Health Scotland\, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. \nThe first in this series will take place in Dundee on the 2nd of November from 4.30pm- 7pm. \nA light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. \nThis event is free to attend\, but places are limited. \nAbout the Event \nSocial support is the everyday assistance offered by family\, friends\, neighbours and colleagues\, as well as the help offered by many charities and support services. It plays a vital role in maintaining mental health and wellbeing. \n\nLack of social support is associated with and feelings of loneliness and isolation\, which have been linked with poorer physical health\, reduced life expectancy and a wide range of mental health problems including anxiety and depression. \nSpeakers  \n\nFrances Simpson\, Chief Executive\, Support in Mind Scotland\nDr Jonathan Leach\, Lecturer in Health and Social Care\, The Open University\n\nView the agenda here. \n\nBook your place \nPlease click this link to book your free place \nIf you have any questions about the seminar please email Lauren Blair
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/mental-health-and-peer-support-seminar-2/
LOCATION:The Steeple Church: Dundee\, Nethergate\, Dundee\, DD1 4DG
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20161102T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20161102T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20160719T110233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131438Z
UID:8431-1478104200-1478113200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health and Social Support Seminar- Linking Research and Practice
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Health Scotland\, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. \nThe first in this series will take place in Dundee on the 2nd of November from 4.30pm- 7pm. \nA light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. \nThis event is free to attend\, but places are limited. \nAbout the Event \nSocial support is the everyday assistance offered by family\, friends\, neighbours and colleagues\, as well as the help offered by many charities and support services. It plays a vital role in maintaining mental health and wellbeing. \n\nLack of social support is associated with and feelings of loneliness and isolation\, which have been linked with poorer physical health\, reduced life expectancy and a wide range of mental health problems including anxiety and depression. \nSpeakers  \n\nFrances Simpson\, Chief Executive\, Support in Mind Scotland\nDr Jonathan Leach\, Lecturer in Health and Social Care\, The Open University\n\nView the agenda here. \n\nBook your place \nPlease click this link to book your free place \nIf you have any questions about the seminar please email Lauren Blair
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/mental-health-and-peer-support-seminar/
LOCATION:The Steeple Church: Dundee\, Nethergate\, Dundee\, DD1 4DG
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160229T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160229T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20151210T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151210T153451Z
UID:16310-1456740000-1456747200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities presentation in partnership with CVS Inverclyde
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Health Scotland in partnership with CVS Inverclyde  \n Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities in Scotland – a discussion as part of the Adult Health Network meeting CVS Inverclyde \n29 February 2016  10am – 12 mid-day  \nVenue: CVS Inverclyde \nVoluntary Health Scotland will present the results of Living in the Gap – a voluntary health sector perspective on health inequalities in Scotland \nJoin us for the free event\, in partnership with CVS Inverclyde\, to discuss health inequalities in Scotland. Voluntary Health Scotland launched their report ‘Living in the Gap: a voluntary health sector perspective on health inequalities in Scotland’ earlier this year. \nThe report highlighted the strength and vital work contributed by the sector\, but also highlighted the need for further recognition. We will look to discuss the report findings and the wider issues of health inequalities in Scotland. \nIf you work in the health sector in Inverclyde and would like to know more please contact Lesley Munro \n  \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/living-in-the-gap-health-inequalities-presentation-in-partnership-with-cvs-inverclyde-2/
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160229T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160229T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20151210T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T131358Z
UID:7686-1456740000-1456747200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities presentation in partnership with CVS Inverclyde
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Health Scotland in partnership with CVS Inverclyde  \n Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities in Scotland – a discussion as part of the Adult Health Network meeting CVS Inverclyde \n29 February 2016  10am – 12 mid-day  \nVenue: CVS Inverclyde \nVoluntary Health Scotland will present the results of Living in the Gap – a voluntary health sector perspective on health inequalities in Scotland \nJoin us for the free event\, in partnership with CVS Inverclyde\, to discuss health inequalities in Scotland. Voluntary Health Scotland launched their report ‘Living in the Gap: a voluntary health sector perspective on health inequalities in Scotland’ earlier this year. \nThe report highlighted the strength and vital work contributed by the sector\, but also highlighted the need for further recognition. We will look to discuss the report findings and the wider issues of health inequalities in Scotland. \nIf you work in the health sector in Inverclyde and would like to know more please contact Lesley Munro \n  \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/living-in-the-gap-health-inequalities-presentation-in-partnership-with-cvs-inverclyde/
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160218T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160218T110000
DTSTAMP:20261006T224318
CREATED:20160128T091543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160128T091543Z
UID:16314-1455789600-1455793200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Gathering 2016
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with NHS Health Scotland\, VHS is exhibiting and hosting an event as part of this year’s programme for The Gathering  at Glasgow’s SECC.  Register here for our joint workshop:  Delivering a fairer healthier Scotland\, 10.00 am to 11.00 am\, Thursday 18th February 2016.  \nThe workshop is an opportunity to discuss NHS Health Scotland’s future work and how the third sector can help deliver the shared aim of a Fairer Healthier Scotland. NHS Health Scotland is a national Health Board that works with the public\, private and third sectors to reduce health inequalities and improve health. Their vision is a Scotland in which everyone has a fairer share of the opportunities\, resources and confidence to live longer\, healthier lives. \nCome to this workshop to: \n\ngain a better understanding of NHS Health Scotland and its role in tackling health inequalities\nexplore the third sector’s contribution to tackling health inequalities\nshare your views on the priorities for action to deliver a fairer healthier Scotland\n\nAnd remember to visit us at The Gathering market place – we’re at Stand 66 \nThe Gathering 2016 takes place over 17th and 18th February. It is the largest third sector event in the UK! Organised every year by the  Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations it’s  a place for people working in the third sector to network\, showcase what they do and learn from each other. It’s also a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in finding out more about the third sector to come along and get involved. There’s a bustling exhibition and marketplace with over 100 exhibitors\, and a packed programme featuring more than 60 workshops\, seminars and training sessions. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lauren Blair at VHS or telephone 0131 474 6189.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/the-gathering-2016-2/
LOCATION:SECC\, Finnieston Quay\, Glasgow\, G3 8HN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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UID:7707-1455789600-1455793200@vhscotland.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Gathering 2016
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with NHS Health Scotland\, VHS is exhibiting and hosting an event as part of this year’s programme for The Gathering  at Glasgow’s SECC.  Register here for our joint workshop:  Delivering a fairer healthier Scotland\, 10.00 am to 11.00 am\, Thursday 18th February 2016.  \nThe workshop is an opportunity to discuss NHS Health Scotland’s future work and how the third sector can help deliver the shared aim of a Fairer Healthier Scotland. NHS Health Scotland is a national Health Board that works with the public\, private and third sectors to reduce health inequalities and improve health. Their vision is a Scotland in which everyone has a fairer share of the opportunities\, resources and confidence to live longer\, healthier lives. \nCome to this workshop to: \n\ngain a better understanding of NHS Health Scotland and its role in tackling health inequalities\nexplore the third sector’s contribution to tackling health inequalities\nshare your views on the priorities for action to deliver a fairer healthier Scotland\n\nAnd remember to visit us at The Gathering market place – we’re at Stand 66 \nThe Gathering 2016 takes place over 17th and 18th February. It is the largest third sector event in the UK! Organised every year by the  Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations it’s  a place for people working in the third sector to network\, showcase what they do and learn from each other. It’s also a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in finding out more about the third sector to come along and get involved. There’s a bustling exhibition and marketplace with over 100 exhibitors\, and a packed programme featuring more than 60 workshops\, seminars and training sessions. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lauren Blair at VHS or telephone 0131 474 6189.
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/the-gathering-2016/
LOCATION:SECC\, Finnieston Quay\, Glasgow\, G3 8HN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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SUMMARY:Working Towards A Collaborative Culture
DESCRIPTION:A FREE event to connect leaders across public and third sectors\, facilitate dialogue and explore some of the myths of each others’ sectors. Co-produced by  Voluntary Health Scotland\, The Scottish Government Third Sector Unit\, ACOSVO and Children in Scotland. Hosted by The Scottish Government at Victoria Quay\, Edinburgh. \nOur ambition is that this dialogue will build relationships and contribute to the continued understanding\, development and implementation of policy in relevant areas\, including: \n\nAssets-Based Approaches\nCollaborative Learning Environments and Cultures\nWorkforce Empowerment\n\nJoin us in these conversations\, and help strengthen the connections between the third sector and the government. \nAgenda \n10.00   Arrival and Welcome \n10.15   Introduction by Gareth Allen – Scottish Government Third Sector Unit  \n10.30   Keynote Speaker: Nick Wilding – Skilled Workers\, Skilled Citizens \n11:00   Round-Table Discussions \n12:00   Lunch \n12:30   “Authentic Leadership” Live Challenge \n13:15   Round-Table Discussions \n14:15   Closing Remarks \nClick here to register for your FREE place. Inquiries to Lauren Blair  at VHS or Jody Rae at ACOSVO. \n\n \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/working-towards-a-collaborative-culture-2/
LOCATION:The Scottish Government\, Victoria Quay\, Commercial Street\, Edinburgh \, City of Edinburgh\, EH6 6QQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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SUMMARY:Working Towards A Collaborative Culture
DESCRIPTION:A FREE event to connect leaders across public and third sectors\, facilitate dialogue and explore some of the myths of each others’ sectors. Co-produced by  Voluntary Health Scotland\, The Scottish Government Third Sector Unit\, ACOSVO and Children in Scotland. Hosted by The Scottish Government at Victoria Quay\, Edinburgh. \nOur ambition is that this dialogue will build relationships and contribute to the continued understanding\, development and implementation of policy in relevant areas\, including: \n\nAssets-Based Approaches\nCollaborative Learning Environments and Cultures\nWorkforce Empowerment\n\nJoin us in these conversations\, and help strengthen the connections between the third sector and the government. \nAgenda \n10.00   Arrival and Welcome \n10.15   Introduction by Gareth Allen – Scottish Government Third Sector Unit  \n10.30   Keynote Speaker: Nick Wilding – Skilled Workers\, Skilled Citizens \n11:00   Round-Table Discussions \n12:00   Lunch \n12:30   “Authentic Leadership” Live Challenge \n13:15   Round-Table Discussions \n14:15   Closing Remarks \nClick here to register for your FREE place. Inquiries to Lauren Blair  at VHS or Jody Rae at ACOSVO. \n\n \n 
URL:https://vhscotland.org.uk/event/working-towards-a-collaborative-culture/
LOCATION:The Scottish Government\, Victoria Quay\, Commercial Street\, Edinburgh \, City of Edinburgh\, EH6 6QQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:VHS joint event with partners
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