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Inspiring Scotland
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We identify and solve problems on a national scale, working together for a Scotland without poverty or disadvantage.
https://inspiringscotland.org.uk/
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Closing 5th October, don't miss out apply now to the Changing Places Toilets Scotland Fund.

Find out more:
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A changing places toilet with adult changing bench and ceiling track hoist. Overlaid text reads: closing 5th October, don't miss out apply now to the Changing Places Toilets Scotland Fund.
September 25, 2026 at 9:20 AM
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On #ScottishEmployabilityDay, we're sharing the latest impact of Our Future Now Fund. Since 2019, almost 30,000 young people have been supported to build confidence, develop skills and move towards positive futures.

Learn more here 👇
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A perfect storm: why employability support matters more than ever – Inspiring Scotland
Our Future Now's latest impact report highlights a growing challenge for Scotland's young people, as rising support needs collide with an increasingly difficult
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September 10, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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Join us on 24 September for a webinar exploring insights from our new report, Improving Life Chances: Investing in Scotland's babies, children and young people.

24 September | 2pm to 3pm
Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9a1873...
Three smiling children play a parachute game. Text reads: Improving Life Chances webinar with Inspiring Scotland, 24th September 2-3pm
September 8, 2026 at 12:40 PM
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Do you have an idea that could restore nature in your area? 🌱

The Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund is open on a rolling basis and supports grassroots community organisations across Scotland to develop ambitious ecosystem restoration projects.

Learn more: inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/neighbo...
August 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Join Inspiring Scotland on Thursday 1 October for our Babies in Scotland 2026 webinar, marking the third anniversary of the publication of the Voice of the Infant: Best Practice Guidelines and Infant Pledge.

Pre-register: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...
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August 24, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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The #ChangingPlacesToilets Scotland Fund is now open for applications. Supporting organisations to create accessible facilities so more people with complex disabilities can participate in community life with dignity and confidence. Find out more here👇
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August 10, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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We're proud to contribute to SCVO's new Fair Funding resource, which brings together evidence and experiences from across the sector to strengthen the case for a funding system that is fair, flexible and sustainable.

Find out more here 👇

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A woman is holding up a baby and smiling at them. Text reads: "SCVO’s Fair Funding work closely aligns with our own long standing calls for stability, trust, and fairness. Together, we make a clear case that fair multi-year funding is not merely good practice but essential to the future resilience and effectiveness of Scotland’s voluntary sector. Celia Tennant, Chief Executive Inspiring Scotland.
August 7, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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A mentoring match through our Specialist Volunteer Network grew into a five-year partnership that built confidence, strengthened leadership and created lasting impact across Scotland's charity sector.

Read Maureen and Clare's inspiring story 👇
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The Power of a Good Match: Maureen and Clare’s Mentoring Journey – Inspiring Scotland
At Inspiring Scotland, the strength of our Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN) lies not just in the expertise volunteers bring, but in the relationships they bui
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August 4, 2026 at 12:53 PM
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As we mark the 20th anniversary of Changing Places Awareness Day, we're delighted to see one of the first projects supported through the Changing Places Toilets Scotland Fund nearing completion and preparing to welcome visitors soon.

#CPAD2026 #Inclusion
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Photo of flamingo's paddling in the pond at the Bird garden. Text reads: Projects opening soon! The Changing Places Toilets Scotland Fund has funded new facilities across Scotland, including Bird Gardens Scotland in Lauder.
July 20, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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Community-led action is driving nature restoration in Scotland 🌿

Our Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund (NEF) has invested nearly £400k in 35 projects — helping turn early ideas into investment-ready initiatives.

Learn more: inspiringscotland.org.uk/news/helping...
A person holds a tape measure around the trunk of a tree. Over it, text reads 'helping communities lead nature recovery with the Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund' with the Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund logo below, in grey and green.
June 30, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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1 in 5 women experience a perinatal mental health illness, such as anxiety or depression. It can affect anyone, at any stage of pregnancy or early parenthood, and accessing the right support can be life‑changing.

Explore our directory of PIMH services: inspiringscotland.org.uk/perinatal-me...
A clean, minimal graphic from the Perinatal & Infant Mental Health Fund features line illustrations of caregivers holding babies on the left and right sides. At the top centre, a teal icon with an exclamation mark accompanies a highlighted message reading: “Did you know that 1 in 5 women experience poor mental health after having a baby?” Below, a large heading reads “Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Third Sector Service Directory,” followed by a search bar icon. Supporting text explains that over 100 third sector services across Scotland offer support for women, babies, and families during the perinatal period. The design uses soft colours, including teal, purple, and grey.
May 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Nominations now open for the Tenacious Campaigner Awards🏆

Our philanthropic partner Changing Ideas are supporting campaigners to be more effective and impactful.

Winners receive £20k funding and development support.

Nominations close 15 May.

Find out more: www.tenaciousawards.org/about-the-ca...
About the campaigner award — Tenacious Awards
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April 28, 2026 at 10:14 AM
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We're hiring a Communications Assistant!
You will work with colleagues across the organisation and policy areas to deliver purposeful, creative, and engaging communications materials.
- Office-based
- £26k pa, 35 hpw
- Deadline: 5 May 12pm
Apply here: inspiringscotland.org.uk/about/vacanc...
Vacancies – Inspiring Scotland
Our aim is to create a happy and healthy workforce. Vacancies Communications Assistant Core Team We are looking for a Communications Assistant to support the sm
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April 14, 2026 at 10:32 AM
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Young people tell us that poverty, mental health, trauma, disrupted education, caring responsibilities, disability, or instability at home are some of the main reasons.

Our evidence on what works to help young people move into education, training and work 👇 inspiringscotland.org.uk/breaking-bar...
Graphic with purple background and bold text: "Youth unemployment statistics alone don’t paint the full picture. The reasons for young people not being in education, employment or training are complex, interlinked, and often rooted in disadvantage." Below are two quotes: "“I didn't know what career pathways were out there and wasn't sure which options would be suitable due to my disability.” “My mental health was rubbish, and I feel like I didn’t get supported well from the staff at school.”
February 26, 2026 at 12:16 PM
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We support the @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social and partners’ Manifesto for Babies in Scotland which was recently published and makes strong recommendations on what Scotland’s youngest children need, and what must change to support them.

Read more in our blog: inspiringscotland.org.uk/supporting-t...
Quote text by Kaylie Allen, Director of Funds at Inspiring Scotland: "“The manifesto reflects what we’ve heard and seen through the Perinatal and Infant Mental Health (PIMH) Fund, which Inspiring Scotland has managed for the Scottish Government since 2020. Third sector organisations delivering perinatal and infant mental health support are making a remarkable difference every day—reducing parental isolation, strengthening early relationships, and helping families with increasingly complex needs—but they’re also under real pressure." Quote text continues: “Our report, Under Pressure but Full of Potential, shows that organisations are experiencing rising referrals, often involving moderate to severe mental health concerns, and growing waiting lists for community support. Demand is increasing faster than resources, and services are filling the gaps left by overstretched statutory provision. These charities are essential, but many operate in a fragile funding landscape that doesn’t match the scale or seriousness of what families are facing. Quote text continues: “We strongly support the manifesto’s recommendation for greater investment in integrated, whole-family support. The third sector is uniquely placed to provide it—they’re trusted, embedded in communities, and able to build the kind of relationships that help parents and babies thrive. But they need sustainable investment to keep doing what works.”
February 18, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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We're hiring!

Communications and Impact Officer – Intandem

Play a pivotal role in the Intandem team in the years ahead, shaping our communications, coordinating events, and supporting fund management.

35 hpw, £28k – £34k pa
Deadline: 9 March 2026

Apply 👇
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We are recruiting! Join Inspiring Scotland's team!
Inspiring Scotland is recruiting for new members of staff to join the team.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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Our children and young people deserve nothing less than the chance to grow, play, explore and feel safe.

Read about recent efforts to tackle online harm and how Inspiring Scotland is taking action:

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An update: Reducing Online Harm for children and young people in Scotland  - Inspiring Scotland
Yesterday (5th February 25), Inspiring Scotland joined a group of campaigners at the Scottish Parliament for a meeting with the Cabinet Secretary for Education to make the case for more support to ban...
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February 6, 2026 at 10:35 AM
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We're hiring!
Campaigning for Social Justice - Fund Manager

Manage a portfolio of funded organisations working towards social justice reform in Scotland.

21 hpw, home-based, £44k – £48k pa.
Deadline for applications: 16 Feb 2026

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We are recruiting! Join Inspiring Scotland's team!
Inspiring Scotland is recruiting for new members of staff to join the team.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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Intandem, Inspiring Scotland’s mentoring programme for children and young people experiencing the care system, will expand significantly over the next five years following an almost £4.5 million investment from @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk.

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Major National Lottery investment to expand Intandem mentoring and strengthen support for Scotland’s kinship care community - Inspiring Scotland
Intandem, Inspiring Scotland’s mentoring programme for children and young people experiencing the care system, will expand significantly over the next five years following an investment of almost £4.5...
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February 3, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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We're hiring!
Participation and Engagement Lead – Intandem

Shape our work over the next 5 years & drive meaningful improvements in support for young people growing up in kinship care and their kinship carers.

35hpw, home-based, £32k – £38k pa

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We are recruiting! Join Inspiring Scotland's team!
Inspiring Scotland is recruiting for new members of staff to join the team.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:53 AM
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We partnered with Morgan Stanley’s Glasgow Women in Tech (WiT) to bring tech experts from the financial sector and charities together to share knowledge, solve real challenges, and build lasting capacity.

Read all about it in our latest blog: inspiringscotland.org.uk/harnessing-t...
Graphic with title Harnessing Tech for Good: The Power of Cross-Sector Mentoring. Specialist Volunteer Network. Quote by participants Ewelina: “The programme helped me develop greater clarity in my role, build stronger decision-making skills, and gain confidence in areas where I previously felt uncertain. It has encouraged me to think more strategically, set clearer goals, and follow through with more discipline.”
January 26, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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The Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Fund works with 16 organisations who provide crucial support services for parents, carers, infants and families who are experiencing mental health difficulties during the perinatal period.

Latest 6-monthly report: inspiringscotland.org.uk/publication/...
Graphic with big bold text on a gradient teal background: Quote reads “I am finally enjoying motherhood.” Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Fund update. Key highlights, outcomes and challenges, April - September 2025 Over 3,500 individuals were supported in the six month period to September 2025. An increase of 20% on the previous reporting period. Photos of baby playing with drums surrounded by two adults, and a mum giving a massage to her baby. This vital work is delivered by 127 members of staff in the 16 funded organisations. They are supported by 319 volunteers who have given over 7,000 hours of their time. Photo of seven mums attending a group with their babies, sitting in a circle giving them a massage Providing support for all family members - bar chart showing that during the reporting period, the fund supported 1568 mums, 1442 infants, 448 dads, and 68 others.
January 20, 2026 at 10:25 AM
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Seven organisations have been selected to receive funding for campaigning projects aimed at improving the lives of people in Scotland.

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Seven Scottish campaigns receive funding to drive social change  - Inspiring Scotland
Seven organisations have been selected to receive funding for campaigning projects aimed at improving the lives of people in Scotland.  Covering a wide range of issues from access to health checks for...
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January 14, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Our Specialist Volunteer Network connects experienced individuals with charities that need specialist support to strengthen their work and create lasting impact.

More on how it works: inspiringscotland.org.uk/start-your-y...
Graphic with bold title text reads "Start your year with purpose: Join the Specialist Volunteer Network" on a light green background. Below are two photos, one of two people working together on laptops and another of someone presenting to a group of people in a conference room. Lastly, there is a quote by Malcolm Dickson, Specialist Volunteer: “Working for these charities has been genuinely inspiring. The dedication of the teams and the scope of what they deliver is incredible. As well as sharing some of my knowledge and time, I have learned a lot from the teams themselves. These charities are serious businesses with excellent management so the opportunities for a mutually beneficial relationship are plentiful.”
January 12, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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📢 We're hiring!

Performance and Impact Advisor,
Delivering Equally Safe Fund

- Home-based with expectation of some travel
- 35 hours pw. We are happy to discuss flexible working.
- £28,000 – £34,000 pa
- Deadline for applications: 26 January

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We are recruiting! Join Inspiring Scotland's team!
Inspiring Scotland is recruiting for new members of staff to join the team.
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January 6, 2026 at 3:43 PM