If you’re starting out as a welfare rights adviser in Scotland or need a good understanding of the benefits system, this is essential training for you – are there are places available to book. It introduces you to the social security system and gives you a detailed knowledge of the core benefits and assessments involved […]
Join our Sensory Awareness Training to boost your awareness, skills and confidence communicating with and supporting people who are living with a significant sensory impairment, that is people who are blind or partially sighted, people who are Deaf, hard of hearing or deafblind. Learn what sight loss and hearing loss is, explore communication and sighted […]
At your service: Explore objects from our collection that tell the story of Aberdeen's services including Police, Fire, Royal Mail, trams and buses. About Our Aberdeen Stay well, stay connected and learn something new about the history of the North East through objects in the city’s collection. These relaxed and sociable sessions are led by […]
Would you like to enhance your team's ability to communicate health and well-being choices to their service users? Would your staff like to interact smoothly with their service users, enabling everyone to express their thoughts and feelings about their well-being choices with confidence? Makaton is a communication programme that combines speech, signs, and symbols to empower […]
We’re beyond excited to announce that We Too! Is offering you the chance to take part in a once in a lifetime incredible adventure! Get ready to be one of the FIRST people EVER to abseil down the world’s tallest whisky distillery! 🍷💥 🗓 Date: 10th May 2025 📍 Location: Port of Leith Distillery, 11 […]
Over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or as a way to support speech. Makaton is used by children and adults with communication and learning difficulties. It's therefore also used by teachers, health professionals, friends, public service bodies etc. It is handy for the general […]
This course equips you with the knowledge and skills you need to prepare an effective submission. Using case studies, discussion and practice, you will gain confidence in making a good case for clients whose adult disability payment (ADP) claims are turned down or who lose ADP on review. Submissions are not just for appeals. A […]
Connecting communities - sessions designed to upskill people in the community to feel more comfortable, confident and compassionate when talking about death and bereavement.
As part of the Circuit programme, Mhor Collective are offering free training to anyone who supports young people with care experience. Click to find out more and book a space https://forms.gle/tbkfGSxX2SBft6n3A
The GEF Safari Series of races, licensed by Scottish Athletics, gives runners the chance to compete over 3 different distances whilst also receiving a unique Kenyan safari animal medal at each event. RACE ONE: Duthie Park 5k and kids 1k sponsored by neospace - Sunday 18th May. - Kids 1k, for those aged under 11 […]
Make sure you are up to date with how recent benefit changes and current issues impact on kinship carers. This course is for advisers with a good working knowledge of the benefits system as it applies to kinship carers in Scotland. It provides an opportunity to think about some of the more tricky issues and […]
Online Lunch & Learn There are now many social investment programmes and products being offered to social enterprises, developed to support growth and deliver positive social impact. The Scottish Government, Firstport, Foundation Scotland and Scottish Edge are social investment organisations in Scotland that are occupying this space, offering grants, loans, start-up support and mentoring to […]
Child disability payment (CDP) is a Scottish benefit that helps with the extra costs of looking after a disabled child. Getting an award of CDP can significantly increase income so it is a crucial benefit for advisers and support workers to understand. This course gives a practical insight into the main rules and helps you […]
If you want to feel more comfortable serving on a committee then there will be something in this session for you. This 2 hour session led by ACVO Development Officer Sandy Mathers is designed to make your more confident as a committee member.
In-person event Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the third sector’s priorities ahead of the Scottish Parliament election in May 2026. Should there be a manifesto for Aberdeen’s Third Sector? At this session with Maggie Hepburn and Alasdair Ross we will: Explore our shared values and principles Identify key challenges and opportunities facing the […]
Over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or as a way to support speech. Makaton is used by children and adults with communication and learning difficulties. It's therefore also used by teachers, health professionals, friends, public service bodies etc. It is handy for the general […]
Please note, this course is being run over two evenings with the first session taking place on the 28th May and the second at the same time the following week on the 4th of June Over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or as a […]