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Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Is Scotland facing a rent arrears crisis? 
It’s clear even being in work is not enough for people to feel secure about their ability to pay the rent. 
OPINION 13 November 2023 by Aoife Deery
 
What makes a charity CEO effective? 
Prioritisation of time and personal energy is essential for effectiveness, says Martin Crewe
OPINION 10 November 2023 by Martin Crewe
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Amplifying impact: the power of strategic storytelling for voluntary organisations  
"It is time for charities to embrace the power of their stories"
OPINION 10 November 2023 by Marina Ramsay
 
Every trustee has a voice - how you use it matters 
Charities need to ensure they have the right expertise at the table, an environment in which trustees can shine - and the training they need to do the job, writes Helen Kidd
OPINION 9 November 2023 by Helen Kidd
 
It’s good to talk. Especially about money 
Today sees the start of this year’s Talk Money week.  
OPINION 6 November 2023 by Isabella Williams
 
Educational reform presents major opportunity for equality  
Dr Mhairi Crawford says that inclusivity expands beyond the boundaries of a textbook 
OPINION 3 November 2023 by Dr Mhairi Crawford
 
Scotland at the Social Enterprise World Forum  
Duncan Thorp on the Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF) 2023
OPINION 3 November 2023 by Duncan Thorp
 
Blueprint for workplace equality: Scottish employers invited to flagship conference 
Scotland is gearing up to host a major conference shining a light on workplace equality and diversity, highlighting the potential advantages of these forward-thinking strategies
OPINION 30 October 2023 Sponsored content
 
Thank goodness you’re here!   
June Pennykid celebrates the sector on her return to the Gathering
OPINION 27 October 2023 by June Pennykid
 
Injustice, inequality and intersections  
Emma Hutton on why intersectionality is more than just an academic buzzword – it needs to become a way of life
OPINION 19 October 2023 by Emma Hutton
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a look at how the sector is progressing in inclusion, diversity, equality and environmentalism - what more can be done to further these aims, featuring a wealth of expert opinion, advice and reflection.

Read it here
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