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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.

Latest News & Updates

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16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls in East Lothian and Midlothian: Calendar of Events
16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls in East Lothian and Midlothian: Calendar of Events

Find the full schedule for 16 days of activism to end violence against women and girls.

Third Sector Annual Conference (Event Schedule)
Third Sector Annual Conference (Event Schedule)
East Lothian Third Sector Update | 12/11/2024
East Lothian Third Sector Update | 12/11/2024

Welcome to the latest Third Sector Update for East Lothian.

One Council Partnership Fund is Now Open to Applicants for the Financial Year 2025/26
One Council Partnership Fund is Now Open to Applicants for the Financial Year 2025/26

Find out how to apply for the One Council Partnership Fund, now open for 2025/26

Upcoming Events

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Online Briefing - Equally Safe in Midlothian: What Does This Mean?

Find out more about Equally Safe in Midlothian, the local strategy for preventing and eradicating violence against women and girls.

Inter-Agency Child Protection Risk Assessment and Processes (Level 2)

This course is for multi-agency operational staff and managers who are in regular contact or carry out direct work with children, young people and/or their parents or carers, and who have a requirement to learn more about child protection for their role.

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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.