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Advocating for wellbeing, prosperity and success. 

VCEL provides support and opportunities for voluntary organisations, social enterprises, individuals and volunteers across the wonderful region of East Lothian.

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Are you worried that an adult could be at risk of harm?
Are you worried that an adult could be at risk of harm?

Residents across East Lothian and Midlothian are being asked to be alert to vulnerable adults in their communities who may be at risk of harm. Harm can take many forms, including financial, physical abuse, neglect, self-neglect, self-harm, emotional abuse, and gender-based violence. Risk of being harmed can be greater due to factors such as ill health, trauma and physical or mental health conditions.

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | February 2024
VCEL Monthly Funding Update | February 2024

Welcome to the latest funding update from Volunteer Centre East Lothian.

State of the Sector Questionnaire – Your Voice Matters!
State of the Sector Questionnaire – Your Voice Matters!

We need your help! As East Lothian’s Third Sector Interface (TSI) and representative body, we are regularly asked for insights on the health and challenges of the third sector by public authorities, including the council, NHS Lothian, and the Scottish Government.

ESS: Introduction to the Basics of Self-Evaluation Training
ESS: Introduction to the Basics of Self-Evaluation Training

Now, more than ever, third sector organisations need to demonstrate their impact. To support you, VCEL has commissioned Evaluation Support Scotland (ESS) to deliver their ‘Introduction to the Basics of Self-Evaluation’ training.

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Introduction to the Basics of Self-Evaluation

The ‘Introduction to the Basics workshop’ is designed to help you to get started with simple evaluation systems. It is most useful for practitioners who are new to self-evaluation and will also help those who wish to further develop their existing evaluation systems.

ESS: Introduction to the Basics of Self-Evaluation Training

Now, more than ever, third sector organisations need to demonstrate their impact. To support you, VCEL has commissioned Evaluation Support Scotland (ESS) to deliver their ‘Introduction to the Basics of Self-Evaluation’ training.

Distressed Not 'Difficult' - Supporting Distressed Behaviour in Children (Online/Zoom)

Make sense of children's 'challenging' behaviour through the lens of distress and discover practical ways to support them.

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Social Enterprises

Social enterprises are businesses which use 100% of their profit from commercial success to achieve real social and environmental impact.

Representing a better way of doing business, social enterprises are a valuable part of the third sector VCEL supports. If you’re looking for information or advice on social enterprise, use the links below to find out more.