Join SCVO for this Meet the Funder webinar with Tracy Thomson, Loan Officer from Social and Community Capital - a charity funded by the Royal Bank of Scotland that supports social enterprises, charities and community organisations who can’t access mainstream finance.

To increase the skills and confidence of workers in managing disclosures related to selling or exchanging sex, CSE Aware is providing a free online training session for frontline practitioners.

This webinar explores what young people in Scotland say about wellbeing, care, and the structural constraints shaping their everyday lives and considers what these insights mean for youth justice practice and policy. Drawing on participatory research using photovoice and dialogue, the session will highlight how young people understand safety, belonging, stigma, poverty, participation, and trust, and how these experiences intersect with the systems around them.

A webinar to provide new entrants of the Strengthening Communities Programme with an overview of the Programme and associated requirements.

You are invited to the second module in our Fundraising Training offering.

'Agile working' has become somewhat of a buzz phrase in recent years. We know agile methodology can be used to create adaptable teams that are faster to respond and quicker to adapt to change. Creating teams that learn as they go enables organisations to provide the best service they can and adjust to ever-changing dynamics. But what does agile actually mean, can it be transferred to non-technical teams and organisations, and how do you do that? 

Flexible Childcare Services Scotland (FCSS) was established to challenge the inflexibility of current childcare provision across Scotland with the goal of improving parental employment while simultaneously reducing child poverty. Their mission is to empower children, families, and communities to work, rest or learn by creating access to flexible, affordable and responsive childcare, education, children’s services and wraparound support. 

Agile working’ has become somewhat of a buzz phrase in recent years. We know agile methodology can be used to create adaptable teams that are faster to respond and quicker to adapt to change. Creating teams that learn as they go enables organisations to provide the best service they can and adjust to ever-changing dynamics. 

We look forward to welcoming Gurdeep Kaur from The Robertson Trust to host a presentation about who The Robertson Trust are, what they do and what funding opportunities are available with them.

Does data protection and/or the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) leave you feeling worried, unsure or confused? If it does, this online course will be a great base upon which to build your knowledge in the area of data protection and the way it might impact your organisation.

These in-person workshops use research, lived experience and creative practice to strengthen professional understanding of, and responses to, domestic abuse and sexual violence affecting men in same sex male intimate relationships. Research shows that around 1 in 3 Scottish men in same-sex relationships have experienced some form of abuse, yet many face significant barriers to disclosure and access to culturally safe support from services, including shame, stigma and prejudice.

People management is often the biggest concern of team leaders, supervisors and managers, which is understandable given that it is a fundamental to being a great manager. This course with Mark Douglas from Blue Ptarmigan identifies what it means to be a great people manager, exploring the roles, responsibilities and skill sets required. 

Advice and guidance on how to effectively complete a risk assessment for your community facility. This event is part of DTAS’s Facility Management guidance series which aims to help Community Organisations better manage their Community Facilities.

This is a chance to connect with others through meaningful conversation, share powerful stories about when sport or activity helped you feel part of something bigger and discover the common threads that bring people together. Using Appreciative Inquiry techniques and working in small breakout groups of three, everyone will have the opportunity to contribute, listen and reflect in a structured but welcoming format that draws out the ‘bits of magic’ from each story. Together, we’ll uncover key themes and enabling factors that can strengthen connection and impact across our social enterprises

The direction and challenges of addressing domestic abuse in Scotland: Findings from three doctoral projects. In this seminar three social workers will present the findings of their cutting edge doctoral research projects on different aspects of working with domestic abuse in Scotland.

Can someone take the minutes? How often do you avoid eye contact when this question is asked in meetings? Attend this interactive online SCVO course, which is packed full of tips and strategies for minute taking in online meetings, look them in the eye and say “I’ll be happy to do it!”

This learning session explores these questions through the perspectives of those who purchase sex. Drawing on sex buyer reviews, it discusses the dynamics of commercial sexual transactions and considers how unequal power between buyers and sellers contributes to the asymmetrical risks faced by women.

Trauma is something many people experience, even if we don’t always see it. It can affect health, relationships, confidence, learning, and how safe we feel in everyday situations. Because reminders of trauma can appear in many settings, people can face hidden barriers when trying to access support or services. A trauma‑informed approach helps us recognise these impacts and respond in ways that support safety, trust, and recovery

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.

This webinar is for professionals who work alongside the Children’s Hearings System. It will introduce you to the Children’s Hearings System, the process of referrals to SCRA and the principles upon which the system operates. The webinar will further progress to guiding your understanding of making a referral to SCRA and factors which you should consider when doing so.

A new SCRA induction webinar is now available for our partners in the Children’s Hearings System. The sign-up link is available below with a brief description of the sessions. This webinar is for professionals who work alongside the Children’s Hearings System. It will introduce you to the Children’s Hearings System, the process of referrals to SCRA and the principles upon which the system operates. The webinar will further progress to guiding your understanding of making a referral to SCRA and factors which you should consider when doing so

Migrants and their families are disproportionately affected by financial disadvantage and their children experience particularly high rates of child poverty. Research suggests this is caused by a range of intersecting issues from legal structures around access to benefits; language barriers; and a lack of connection between specialist and mainstream support services.

You are invited to the third module in our Fundraising Training offering.

safeTALK is intended as "suicide alertness" training. safeTALK teaches you to recognise persons with thoughts of suicide and to connect them to suicide intervention resources. It is designed for communities or organisations that already have ASIST trained helpers in place to maximise intervention as the main suicide prevention focus.

During this free SCVO webinar, attendees will hear directly from Andres Hitches Davies, Investment Manager and Gordon Barr, Development Manager, from the Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF), about their funding programmes and how they support community‑led organisations to explore, develop, and bring new life to historic buildings across Scotland.

‘Agile working’ has become somewhat of a buzz phrase in recent years. We know agile methodology can be used to create adaptable teams that are faster to respond and quicker to adapt to change. Creating teams that learn as they go enables organisations to provide the best service they can and adjust to ever-changing dynamics. 

Trauma is something many people experience, even if we don’t always see it. It can affect health, relationships, confidence, learning, and how safe we feel in everyday situations. Because reminders of trauma can appear in many settings, people can face hidden barriers when trying to access support or services. A trauma‑informed approach helps us recognise these impacts and respond in ways that support safety, trust, and recovery

These in-person workshops use research, lived experience and creative practice to strengthen professional understanding of, and responses to, domestic abuse and sexual violence affecting men in same sex male intimate relationships. Research shows that around 1 in 3 Scottish men in same-sex relationships have experienced some form of abuse, yet many face significant barriers to disclosure and access to culturally safe support from services, including shame, stigma and prejudice.

You are invited to the third module in our Fundraising Training offering.

‘Agile working’ has become somewhat of a buzz phrase in recent years. We know agile methodology can be used to create adaptable teams that are faster to respond and quicker to adapt to change. Creating teams that learn as they go enables organisations to provide the best service they can and adjust to ever-changing dynamics. 

This Level 3 course is for multi-agency operational staff and managers working within East Lothian and Midlothian who are in regular contact or carry out direct work with vulnerable adults and who have a requirement to learn more about Adult Support and Protection for their role. Applicants must have previously completed an introductory course to Adult Support and Protection or familiarised themselves with the EMPPC information on EMPPC website page on Adult Support and Protection.

Time management is about making the best use of your time. However this is easier said than done – particularly when organisations are being required to do more with less. If you think time management approaches will help you keep control of your workload then this interactive and participative online course is for you!

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. This course is a refresher and suitable for staff who have previously completed the full Child Protection and Risk Assessment Training.

Volunteering can play a vital role at all stages of people’s lives.  Whether you’re taking your first step into work, returning after time away, navigating additional support needs, changing careers or looking to stay connected in retirement - there is good reason to volunteer for everyone. For people facing barriers to employment, volunteering can offer more than experience — it can provide structure, confidence, skills development and trusted networks.

This online short course is designed for organisations that want to strengthen their understanding of Individual Giving and Event Fundraising and learn how these approaches can support sustainable income generation.

You will explore all of the different aspects of operational management of your community building, and you will be provided with advice on how to stay on top of this workload any questions you have about managing your own community building.

Why measure social impact? Every organisation can and should measure their social impact, especially in these uncertain times, because evaluation is key to securing both continued and future funding. Indeed, funding often depends on reporting your social impact clearly and concisely to funders who want to know their investment is making a real difference.

Small charity staff often manage social media on top of fundraising, service delivery, admin, events, volunteer support and everything else that lands on their desk. When it’s not your main job, keeping up with Instagram changes, TikTok trends and falling organic reach can feel impossible. The aim of this course is to provide you with realistic tools to work with, and relatable examples from real small charities.

The world we live and work in is changing at an ever increasing pace. Both employees and clients have different expectations and needs to those of 12 months ago, with much going online and remote management becoming a norm. You will have to continue to adapt your ways of working to these new norms, remote working and the increasing pace of change, it is a truth that we are all facing.

This online course with Pamela Redpath will look at financial roles and responsibilities within a voluntary sector organisation, why you need financial information, how to use it and how it impacts on others. It can be studied as a standalone course or in conjunction with the other "All things financial" course Annual accounting, governance and reporting - book both courses, get 10% off the 2nd!

Trauma is something many people experience, even if we don’t always see it. It can affect health, relationships, confidence, learning, and how safe we feel in everyday situations. Because reminders of trauma can appear in many settings, people can face hidden barriers when trying to access support or services. A trauma‑informed approach helps us recognise these impacts and respond in ways that support safety, trust, and recovery

The aim of this training is to highlight the vulnerability of disabled children and support practitioners identify and respond to concerns about neglect and harm. Disability awareness and effective communication are important to ensure children and young people with disabilities are safe.

Trauma is something many people experience, even if we don’t always see it. It can affect health, relationships, confidence, learning, and how safe we feel in everyday situations. Because reminders of trauma can appear in many settings, people can face hidden barriers when trying to access support or services. A trauma‑informed approach helps us recognise these impacts and respond in ways that support safety, trust, and recovery

The aim of this course is to gain a good understanding of the format and purpose of annual accounts and the trustees annual report. It will also consider reserves and to be aware of the statutory requirements for audit/independent examination, filing of accounts and other notifications to regulators.

This online short course is designed for organisations that want to improve how they identify suitable funds and strengthen the quality of their funding applications. The session focuses on choosing the right opportunities, understanding how funders make decisions, and using practical tools, including AI, in a safe and sensible way to support your funding work.

You will gain a basic understanding of health and safety legislation and what you need to do to keep you building compliant and you will be provided with advice and support to help answer any questions you have about managing health and safety.

You will learn how to effectively set and manage an operational budget for your building and you will be provided with advice and support to help answer any questions you have about managing your budget.

Introduction to Fundraising Training - Module 1

You are invited to the first module in our new and improved Fundraising Training offering.

You will be provided with advice and support to help answer any questions you have about Fire Safety and you will be provided with an insight into the legal issues around Fire Safety and what needs to be in place.

Introduction to Fundraising Training - Module 1

You are invited to the first module in our new and improved Fundraising Training offering.

We are returning to Glasgow Caledonian University on Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd September.

This year, DTAS is excited to announce that in lieu of the dinner on day one, we are hosting an evening reception with drinks and canapés! This will be held at Glasgow Caledonian University immediately following day one of the conference. We are excited to offer our delegates this opportunity to socialise and network in such a brilliant venue! The evening reception is included in your conference ticket, no additional purchase required.

You are invited to the second module in our Fundraising Training offering.

You are invited to the second module in our Fundraising Training offering.

You are invited to the third module in our Fundraising Training offering.

You are invited to the third module in our Fundraising Training offering.