ACVO Insights 
Expert analysis, thought-provoking opinion pieces, and in-depth reflections on the issues shaping Aberdeen’s third sector from the team at ACVO TSI.
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Through ACVO Insights, our team shares expert viewpoints, sector updates, and critical analysis to highlight the stories and developments influencing Aberdeen’s third sector. Whether it’s exploring policy shifts, celebrating grassroots initiatives, or tackling pressing social issues, our blogs provide a platform for informed debate and meaningful reflection. Got a question for the team? Click the button below to find our contact details.
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Emily ShepherdApr 5, 2024As part of this years’ Climate Week North East (15th – 24th March), CFINE delivered an interactive community cooking event with a clear focus on zero food waste. The Zero Waste Cooking Day, hosted in partnership with Granite City Good Food, saw eager cooks of all abilities set foot in CFINE’s Cook in the ‘Nook kitchen on Wednesday 20th March to test their skills on pickling, pancake-baking and soup-making – all with minimising food waste in mind.
Andrew DavidsonMar 14, 2024Sitting in stark contrast to the dark, and often bleak Aberdeen winter, SNUG is a haven of warmth, creativity, and community spirit. Supported by the Scottish Government’s Community Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund, distributed in Aberdeen by ACVO, SNUG offers a unique space where adults can unwind, connect, and explore their artistic talents free of charge.
Alasdair RossMar 6, 2024Community Wealth Building (CWB) has emerged as a realistic alternative to t he traditional economic model aiming to shift power and resources back to local people and organisations.
Andrew DavidsonDec 13, 2023Aberdeen based Rosie’s Social Enterprises, part of Turning Point Scotland, provides vocational training, support & work experience for people who are recovering from acquired brain injuries and mental health issues alongside a range of other conditions.
Alasdair RossDec 5, 202331 representatives of 26 organisations from across the city had their say and asked ACVO to present a summary of their views for consideration by elected members, council officials, and the public. Promoting the voice of the third sector is one of ACVO’s Scottish Government funded objectives.
Alasdair RossSep 5, 2023The aim of the new law is to enhance transparency and accountability among charities and their trustees in order to foster public confidence in Scotland’s charity sector. While many of OSCR’s current powers will remain unchanged, the ‘charity test,’ the role of charity trustees, and other aspects relating to the transparency of information will be strengthened.