At Charity Leadership Scotland, we bring together the people leading change across Scotland’s voluntary sector. Formerly known as ACOSVO, we’ve spent 25 years supporting, connecting, and celebrating those who dedicate their work to strengthening communities. Today, our growing network of around 700 leaders represents every corner of the sector – from small, community-based organisations to…
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British Deaf Association
Founded in 1890, the British Deaf Association (BDA) is the UK’s only official national representative organisation of British Sign Language (BSL) and Irish Sign Language (ISL) also used in Northern Ireland. We hold international status as an Ordinary Member of the World Federation of the Deaf (a United Nations consultative organisation) since 1957 and a…
RADAR Key Company
Description of service: The RADAR Key Company is a commercial organisation for the supply of the genuine National Key Scheme (RADAR) keys, mechanical and electronic locks and toilet guide apps. Order any quantity online at http://www.radarkey.org Free toilet finding guides at http://www.loo.org
Meningitis Now
Aims: To ensure that every community is aware of the signs and symptoms of meningitis and that anyone affected has access to support following their experience. Services provided Helpline available Monday- Thursday 9-5p.m and Friday 9-1pm. 0808 801 0388 or email the helpline on helpline@meningitisnow.org Individual support from a local Community Support officer- through home…
RNIB Scotland
Aims: To provide a wide range of national services to blind and partially sighted people. Services provided: Welfare rights service Haggeye, the forum for blind and partially sighted young people RNIB Connect Radio Employment and student support network Education/Technology/Resource centre Information and advice Volunteering opportunities.
Audio Description Association (Scotland)
Aims: To promote the inclusion of blind and partially sighted people at theatre, cinema, sport and cultural events by offering a commentary, which is received through a headset, and which does not obtrude on dialogue. Services provided: Campaigns to raise the profile and standards of audio description nationwide Offers training for audio describers to a…