Now online: Equality Bulletin Issue 15: Vibrant Glasgow: http://enf.org.uk/blog/?p=532
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GLASGOW NEWS
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From GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL:
Women’s Safety Public Meeting
Wednesday, 10 September, 6.30 – 8.30pm, Woodside Halls, Glenfarg Street, Glasgow. Are you concerned about women and girls’ personal safety in Glasgow? Come along and raise your concerns. Agenda: Women’s safety issues: an overview by Glasgow Community Safety Services; Women’s Personal Safety and Confidence Building from Wise Women; Questions and Discussion on key issues and concerns; Ideas and Actions to take forward. Contact: Councillor Martha Wardrop, Ward 11 – Hillhead Tel: 0141 287 0226, Email: martha.wardrop@councillors.glasgow.gov.uk
Alcohol, Drugs And Violence Against Women: Exploring Links And Challenging Myths:
Thursday 18th September, 9am – 12.30pm, Scottish Youth Theatre, 105 Brunswick Street, Glasgow G1 1TF. This half-day seminar aims to expand knowledge and challenge myths around the complex relationships between alcohol and drug use and violence against women. Speakers will include Cath Campbell (Glasgow Rape Crisis Centre), Kathryn Sharp (Tayside Domestic Abuse & Substance Misuse Project) and David Shaw (Alcohol, Crime & Education Project) as well as panel and audience discussions. The event is free of charge and open to all. If you are interested in attending please return a registration form as soon as possible in order to secure a place (email wsproject@btconnect.com for a Registration Form). This event has been funded by the Communities Subgroup of Glasgow City Alcohol & Drugs Planning & Implementation Group, as part of GRAND 2008 Women’s Support Project.
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From GLASGOW DISABILITY ALLIANCE:
Would You Like To Learn How To Use A Computer To Send Emails And Go On The Internet? Free One Day Course For Disabled People:
27th August or 17th Sept or 22nd October, 10am – 3pm, TIn partnership with Momentum who offer a range of assistive technology. They will contact individuals to help identify their needs. More info and to book: contact Linda or Shirley on 0141 556 7103, email lindaalgie@gdaonline.co.uk
Would You Like To Learn More About Numbers In A FUN Way? Free Three Day Course For Disabled People – Delivered By The WEA:
9th, 16th and 23rd September, 10am – 3pm. More info and to book: contact Linda or Shirley on 0141 556 7103, email lindaalgie@gdaonline.co.uk
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From INCLUSION SCOTLAND:
Seminar On Disability Issues In The Workplace:
Thursday, 11 September, 1pm – 4pm (Registration and light lunch from 12.30) Glasgow City Unison, 18 Albion St, Glasgow. We are delighted that delegates will be able to hear from Susan Achibald, who took a disability discrimination case to the House of Lords with DRC support and won. To join her, we have invited representatives of the Equality and Human Rights Commission and the STUC Disability Committee. Presentations by the speakers will be followed by questions and open discussion. For more information or to book a contact Kathy Jenkins, Secretary, Scottish Hazards Campaign, kajenkins@blueyonder.co.uk, 0131 477 0817 This seminar is being offered free of charge.
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From SITE (SUPPORTED INTEGRATION TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT):
Visually Impaired Organisation Seeks Members:
SITE, the Glasgow based user group for blind and visually impaired people are seeking new members to participate on its Management Committee. “Exciting times lie ahead in terns of individual and family support within the visually impaired community in Glasgow and SITE is determined to play an effective part in future developments.” said John Murphy, Chairman of SITE. Murphy commented, “We are actively involved in promoting training and employment for visually impaired people and will concentrate on providing additional services that meet the needs and demands of visually impaired residents of Glasgow. We are embarking on new areas of development and seek individuals to help us reach our goals.” In order to achieve this the organisation wishes to encourage people from a wide variety of backgrounds to lend their support to the group. If you think you have something to offer or simply wish to find out more about SITE then you can contact John Turley on 0141 771 0517 or e-mail jj.turley@btinternet.com
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From POSITIVE ACTION IN HOUSING:
Community Engagement Training - Working With Communities, Including BME Groups:
10th September, 9.30am – 4.30pm, at PAiH, 98 West George St, Glasgow. This course explores the important area of engagement with BME communities. It considers issues of connecting up, consultation and participation with communities in general, and BME groups in particular. Full info at
http://www.paih.org/users/training/community-engagement-training.htm
Racial Harassment - What It Is And How To Deal With It:
Thursday 11th September, 9.30am - 4.30pm, PAiH, 98 West George St, Glasgow. PAiH has recently been involved in producing new guidance on tackling racial harassment. To complement this work, this training course looks at issues around racial harassment and how to tackle them in detail, with practical examples. Full info at
http://www.paih.org/users/training/racial-harrassment-training.htm
Diversity & Equality Planning Workshop - Developing & Implementing Your Approachl:
Wednesday 1st October, 9.30am - 12.30pm, at PAiH, 98 West George St, Glasgow. This learning event explores the issue of equality and diversity. It gives an opportunity to understand what is meant by the terms, provides exercises to explore personal feelings and issues, and explores what and how diversity/equality concepts can be developed and progressed practically in organisations. Full info at
http://www.paih.org/users/training/diversity-equality-workshop.htm
Diversity & Equality Training - The Legislation & Human Rights:
Thursday 2nd October, 9.30am - 12.30pm, at PAiH, 98 West George St, Glasgow. The legislative background for equality and diversity has expanded and increased over the last two years, with new and amended legislation to all equality strands, including race and ethnicity, age, disability, gender, faith and belief, and sexual orientation, as well as Human Rights. Full info at
http://www.paih.org/users/training/diversity-equality-training.htm
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From SAMH:
Respect, Protect, Fulfil: SAMH Forum:
Glasgow, 10th October (World Mental Health Day). This event will focus on human rights and what this means in relation to mental health. The opening session will see us launch our new human rights campaign (Respect, Protect, Fulfil), and will feature guest speaker Professor Alan Miller, Chair of the new Scottish Commission for Human Rights. Following this you will be able to customise your day by choosing from a range of training sessions, workshops, debates, seminars and presentations. Attendance at this event is FREE for SAMH Members (there’s still time to join!!!) and costs just £30 for non-members. For more information email aidan.collins@samh.org.uk or go to http://www.samh.org.uk/frontend/index.cfm?page=30&newsid=124 There shall also be a number of stands on the day providing information about mental health, and related issues. If you are interested in hosting a stand at this event please contact us.
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From GREATER GLASGOW NETWORK OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT (GGNSE):
Employer Equality & Diversity Training In Conjunction With Glasgow Business Diversity Awards:
The GGNSE in partnership with Glasgow Works and the Glasgow Employers Coalition are hosting this years Glasgow Business Diversity Awards on Friday 3rd October at the Hilton Hotel, William St, Glasgow. In conjunction with this we will be offering free Equality & Diversity Training to SME employers on the business benefits of employing a diverse workforce.
Glasgow Business Diversity Awards: These awards recognize employers who have demonstrated good practice in recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce. Last years winners include Borders Books, Midland Valley Geologists, CMM Architects, MLG Print and Celtic FC. Nominations can be made by an employer, employee or provider agency. Closing dates for nominations is Friday 16th September 08.
Equality & Diversity: Threat or Opportunity? How do your employers see Equality & Diversity, as a threat or an opportunity, a legislative minefield or the opportunity to develop their workforce and business opportunities? This training seminar is aimed at SME employers and is being delivered by Law at Work. It hopes to answer some of the questions and myths surrounding Equality & Diversity in the workplace. The seminar lasts 90 minutes and is followed by the Business Diversity Awards. Places are limited for the Equality Training so if you have an employer who would be interested in attending please let Margaret Borland know as soon as possible.
For further information contact Margaret Linton, Communications & Diversity Manager, Equal Access to Employment Glasgow, Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Rd, Glasgow G5 0PQ Direct: 0141 418 1048 Office: 0141 429 2518
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From GLASGOW WOMEN’S LIBRARY:
Introduction To Women’s Studies:
Starts 3 September and runs till December 2008 (contact if you are interested in a late enrolment)
An Evening With Jackie Kay & Suzanne Bonnar:
Thursday 25 September, 7pm to 9pm. The award winning author Jackie Kay makes a welcome return to GWL to launch her newest work “The Lamplighter” with readings from the play, a Q&A session, and music from the fantastic Suzanne Bonnar. There will be wine, soft drinks and nibbles available. While this event is free of charge a donation towards the library’s costs would be most appreciated. This event is women only, please contact the library to book your place
Glasgow’s Women And The Abolition Movement: Merchant City Historic Walking Tour:
Sunday 26 October, 10am to 12pm. Part of Black History Month, come and join a walking tour round Glasgow City, learn the hidden history about the presence and contributions of local women and/or families in the abolition movement and find out the history behind some of the buildings that we all know and love. Free (though a donation towards the library’s costs would be most appreciated or, if you feel like tipping the tour guide, that too would be most welcome. Please contact the library to book your place.
Women Make History:
Come to GWL and get involved with our Women Make History team. Develop short and informal Mystery History Walks for Women. Assist with research and evaluation of our new tour The Missing Women of the Merchant City. Help us fill in the gaps about women’s history with The Missing Women of Glasgow. Develop a training DVD and handbook and help us Make History (no experience necessary). Bring together everything that we have learnt and researched in Publications on Women’s History. Become a Tour Guide or Assistant on one of our many tours! If you are interested in getting involved in any of the above areas, or would like more information, please contact Laura or Adele at the library.
Have A Go – Taster Workshops:
Have you ever thought you might like to learn something new but not sure where to start or what to do? Or had an idea of what you want to do but worried you might not like it after you have started? The GWL has realised that sometimes it’s better to “try before you buy” so to speak, and are offering a range of different taster workshops to give you the opportunity to Have a Go at a something new in a friendly, relaxed and informal way. To find out what tasters we are running, register you interest, find out more information please contact GWL on 0141 552 8345 or info@womenslibrary.org.uk
Adult Literacy And Numeracy Support:
- one to one support to women within a group setting. These small groups are fun and relaxed learning situations. Each woman is assisted to develop an individual learning plan, to determine their need and help to provide them with appropriate support to achieve their goal. The learning and tutor then work together towards these learning goals. Women can join the sessions at any time and leave whenever they feel they have achieved their goals.
For further details or information of any of these events please contact the Glasgow Women’s Library on 0141 552 8345 or email at: info@womenslibrary.org.uk
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From SCOTTISH MARRIAGE CARE:
COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate: Glasgow And Edinburgh:
Enhancing Communication and People Skills; Supporting Work Relationships; Assisting Effective Listening; Developing Self-Awareness and Reflection. 120 hour training programme, 4 modules of 30 hours. A professionally recognised qualification - 40 SCQF credits at Level 7. 4 elements: Skills, Knowledge, Self-Awareness, Ethics. Helps develop staff skills in working with people. The course is delivered by skilled trainers who are also experienced counsellors. This course is also the first step for people wanting to pursue a Diploma in Counselling.
Glasgow COSCA course starts 15th October 2008, 8 Wednesdays 6-9pm and 1 Saturday, 10-5pm per Module
Edinburgh COSCA course starts 30th September 2008, 5 Tuesdays 10am- 4pm per Module.
For more information: Tel: 0141 222 2166 info@scottishmarriagecare.org
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From NORTH GLASGOW HEALTHY LIVING COMMUNITY:
Free Training Course For Action On Community Health Issues In Scotland: ‘Health Issues In The Community’:
Starting Date: Mid September 2008, Venue: North Glasgow (TBC). This training course could prove very useful for local staff or local group members that currently live within the North Community Health & Care Partnership boundaries. Health Issues in the Community is a successful national training initiative developed by NHS Health Scotland, the University of Edinburgh and CHEX (Community Health Exchange). This initiative is based around a community training course that aims to increase understanding of, and capacity to take action on, local health issues The assessment/certification is provided by the University of Edinburgh; and course development, tutor training, support and networking provided by CHEX. The course is delivered by tutors (a range of workers from health, local authority, community and voluntary sector) in local settings with community groups and individuals. It helps to equip local people for the real challenges that they face in developing community responses to health issues and becoming more active citizens. It should be of particular interest to agencies that have a remit for tackling health inequalities, promoting community development approaches to health and developing community participation around health. Health Issues in the Community can certainly provide a good starting point for local people or workers who want to tackle health inequalities at community level. To find out more, please visit our website: www.healthynorthglasgow.co.uk Contact: Janette McCormick, Development Officer, North Glasgow Healthy Living Community, 0141 336 7000 janette@healthynorthglasgow.co.uk
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From GLASGAY!:
Festival Launch Party:
Fri 12 Sep, 8pm, Tron Theatre, 63 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HB
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From GREATER GLASGOW NETWORK OF SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT:
General Meeting: Wednesday 8th October:
10.30am - 1pm, Venue is to be confirmed. The theme will be around the DWP green paper: No one written off: reforming welfare to reward responsibility. This will provide an opportunity to consult with the membership and consolidate a response on behalf of GGNSE and to hear about the exciting future we have planned. If you require any further information, please contact Donna Thompson (Chair), Manager of Operations and Development, Glasgow, ENABLE Scotland (LTW), Glasgow Services, Unit 7, The Claremont Centre, 15-39 Durham Street, Kinning Park, Glasgow G41 1BS Tel: 0141 419 4152 Fax: 0141 419 4151 donna.thompson@enable.org.uk
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From SCOTTISH URBAN REGENERATION FORUM:
Sustainable Communities And Regeneration: A Half-Day Open Forum And Networking Lunch:
Thursday 18th September, 9.30am-1.30pm, The Teacher Building, Glasgow. There is currently much discussion and a diversity of views on what constitutes sustainable communities and sustainable development. Perspectives that can be taken include those from economics, community development, planning, culture and the natural environment. This debate is relevant to growing interest in the concept, policy and practice around developing mixed communities that will be sustainable and vibrant in the longer-run. The aims of this event will be to hear about current Scottish Government policy, particularly from the aspect of mixed communities, and to learn more about others’ perspectives on how we can better link up policy and practice on sustainable development for community regeneration. This presents a timely opportunity to exchange and learn around these issues. The event will include plenary presentations from two expert speakers followed by a plenary panel session with specially invited guests. Places at the Forum are free – but must be pre-booked. Contact events@scotregen.co.uk
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From GLASGAY!:
David Trullo Artworks:
Opening on Mon 8 Sep, 7-9pm, all welcome, Q! Gallery, 87-89 Saltmarket, Glasgow G1 5LE An exhibition by Spanish Artist DAVID TRULLO. David Trullo (Madrid 1969) is one of the most promising young artists in Spain and has had numerous exhibitions both in his own country and all over Europe. He was artist in residence in the Museum of Modern Art in Dublin in 2002 and selected for the last Photography Triennial in Tampere, Finland in 2005. His artwork deals with the iconographical representation of beauty. In all of Trullo’s photographic work there is a connection with history, with the culture and belief of the Western world, where subjects such as prejudice, intolerance, religion, masculinity, desire, beauty or pain look into the past with a contemporary eye. http://www.davidtrullo.com/
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From PROJECT ABILITY:
Lost In Music: An Exhibition By Project Ability Artists:
Exhibition open until 26 September, Project Ability Gallery 10am-5pm weekdays, free. Throughout history, artists have explored the relationship between art and music. Leonardo Da Vinci referred to music and painting as being like sisters, with painting being the greater of the two as ’it does not fade away immediately after it is created like unfortunate music, but remains alive, and so something that in reality is nothing but a surface shows itself to be a living thing’.
Traces: An Exhibition By Project Ability Artists:
Exhibition open until 26 September, Project Ability Gallery 10am-5pm weekdays, free. Earlier this year, a group of artists from Project Ability took part in an archaeology project investigating how rural communities lived in Scotland’s past. Working with archaeologists from The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland (RCAHMS), the group visited sites of interest and making drawings in the form of their own artworks and using skills taught to them by the archaeology team. This exhibition is a selection of the work produced.
Colours Around The Glens:
Friday 15 August- 24 August, East Dunbartonshire Campus. An Art Trek exhibition inspired by the rich environmental heritage of East Dunbartonshire.
For more information: 0141 552 2822 www.project.ability.co.uk
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SCOTTISH NEWS
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From DEPARTEMENT FOR TRANSPORT:
Improving Accessibility On The Railways (21/08/08):
Rail Minister Tom Harris MP visits Glasgow’s Mount Florida station today (Thursday 21 August) to announce five more stations in Scotland are set to benefit from the Government’s £370m Access for All scheme. Read on at http://digbig.com/4xjwm
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From GENERAL REGISTER OFFICE FOR SCOTLAND:
Population By Country Of Birth And Nationality, 2004-2007:
Estimates of population numbers for 2004 to 2007 by country of birth and nationality from the Annual Population Survey (APS) have been published by the Office for National Statistics. These include Scotland level estimates and can be found at http://www.statistics.gov.uk/StatBase/Product.asp?vlnk=15147 They show that the number of people living in Scotland who were born abroad grew to 255,000 in 2007. This is an increase of 51,000 on 2004 when it was 204,000. The 5 most common overseas countries of birth for people living in Scotland in 2007 were Poland (28,000), Germany (22,000), Republic of Ireland (19,000), India (18,000) and the United States of America (14,000). Equivalent data on nationality is also available. Council area level estimates can be found on the GROS website: http://www.gro-scotland.gov.uk/
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From PINK NEWS:
Dumfries Pride Demonstrates Support For LGBT Equality (19/08/08):
An estimated 600 people showed their colours in Dumfries and Galloway’s first ever LGBT Pride event last Saturday. http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-8736.html
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From SCOTTISH TRAVELLER EDUCATION PROGRAMME (STEP):
Report: Moving On – Again? A Survey Of Gypsies/Travellers’ Views In The North East Of Scotland:
http://www.scottishtravellered.net/news.html#movingonagain
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From STONEWALL SCOTLAND:
Would You Like To Share Your Views On Mental Health Services?:
Stonewall Scotland have been asked by Audit Scotland to get together a group of LGBT people with experience of mental illness and using mental health services, whether from the NHS, social work departments and other council services, voluntary organisations and any other services you may have had contact with. Audit Scotland would like to hear about: Your good and bad experiences using mental health services; Your treatment and care from the NHS, social work departments and other council services, voluntary organisations and any other services you may have had contact with; What happened when you were diagnosed; Your treatment after diagnosis; Any improvements you would like to see made to services. Please see the attached document for more information (access the document at http://enf.org.uk/blog/?p=538) The group discussion will take place in September. If you would like to take part or have any further questions please contact kevin.morris@stonewallscotland.org.uk Audit Scotland will reimburse your travel expenses and provide a £15 voucher as a token of their appreciation for giving up your time.
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From EQUALITY NETWORK:
Flush Away Transphobia:
Find out how you can support the new Scottish Transgender Alliance / Polygender Scotland awareness-raising initiative to let people pee in peace. “Most transgender people in Scotland have worried at some point about using a public toilet. Gendered toilets in public venues and workplaces are often used as an excuse for verbal and physical transphobic attacks on anyone who seems masculine in the Ladies or feminine in the Gents. Even something as minor as the length of someone’s hair can result in the humiliating and scary experience of strangers trying to throw them out of a public toilet! This is despite the fact that there is actually no law in Scotland about which toilet people should use” Read on at www.scottishtrans.org/news
LGBT Islam: Imaan Welfare Service:
The Welfare Advice Service is available to assist all LGBT Muslims with any problem they may be experiencing. The free service aims to provide appropriate, confidential and effective advice to aid in the resolution process. LGBT Muslims must also take responsibility for their part in this process. Imaan is here to support anyone requiring support around asylum, domestic violence, forced marriage, and sexuality among other issues. Please email welfare@imaan.org.uk for details.
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From SCOTTISH ACCESSIBLE INFORMATION FORUM:
Local Accessible Information Within Local Authorities And Health Boards:
SAIF commissioned research to investigate the progress of Local Authorities and Health Boards in making their information accessible. The research focused on whether or not organisations had an accessible information strategy in place, the processes involved in developing the strategy, barriers to producing accessible information and some good practice case studies. Using the findings we have produced a summary report and made some key recommendations to improve accessible information within Local Authorities and Health Boards…A copy of the report and more information about the key recommendations can be obtained by contacting us or from the SAIF website www.saifscotland.org.uk
New SAIF Publications:
Information and advice: This booklet is an easy-to-understand version of SAIF’s booklet Information and Advice services: what disabled people should expect and receive. A practical guide for disabled people; it tells you what standard of service you should get from information or advice providers.
SAIF Poster Pack: These checklist posters provide a range of basic tips to help you make some small changes to ensure accessible information and e-communication. With the completion of the latest poster (Making PowerPoint accessible for the Web), a series of 6 posters are now available: Making information accessible; Making Word documents accessible; Making websites accessible; Making email accessible; Converting Word documents into portable document format; Making PowerPoint accessible for the Web. All of SAIF’s publications are free. Hard copies and alternative formats of the easy-to-understand booklet and Poster Packs are available by contacting SAIF. Word and PDF versions are available to download from the SAIF website www.saifscotland.org.uk.
Raising Awareness Workshops:
One of SAIF’s targets this year is to raise awareness across the NHS in Scotland about accessible information. Our new information brochure aimed at the NHS highlights the importance and benefits of accessible information and services on offer from SAIF (available in hard copy by contacting us or can be downloaded from the SAIF website www.saifscotland.org.uk). Also available on our website (training page) is an outline of our Raising Awareness Workshops. The workshops can contribute to equalities training and help to meet staff knowledge and skills frameworks.
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From ROCK TRUST:
Inaugural Lecture: Professor Mike Stein: Promoting The Resilience Of Vulnerable Young People: Messages From Research:
6pm, Tuesday 14th October, City Chambers, City of Edinburgh Council, High Street, Edinburgh. For the past 25 years Professor Stein has been researching the problems and challenges faced by young people leaving substitute care (foster and residential care) and, recently, the experiences of children and young people living on the streets, running away from care and vulnerable adolescents. He has been consulted by government, local authorities and voluntary organisations on the development of leaving care services nationally and internationally. RSVP: 55 Albany Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3QY admin@rocktrust.org By Monday 29th September. There will be a reception after the lecture
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From INCLUSION SCOTLAND:
Homes for Life:
Inclusion Scotland will be having a showing of their film ‘Homes for Life’ in the Scottish Parliament (Committee Room 1) on Thursday 11th September 12.30pm – 1pm followed by a short discussion on accessible homes for disabled people. If you would like to attend and support our film please contact Bill Scott, Policy Officer, on 0131 555 6887 or e-mail policy@inclusionscotland.org by Friday 5th September.
East Renfrewshire Disability Workers Network In Partnership With Inclusion Scotland Roadshow:
20th October, 10.30am – 3.30pm, Eastwood House, Giffnock. The aim of the roadshow is to bring disabled people in East Renfrewshire (and surrounding areas) together with the local authority, health board, councilors etc. The issues being discussed on the day include: Access to information and communications; Employability; Accessible homes for disabled people. The event is FREE with lunch and reasonable travel expenses being provided. Bookings will be on a first come, first served basis. If you would like to attend, please fill out a Booking Form (available from Donna McSwiggan donna@inclusionscotland.org) and return the attached booking form by 3rd October .
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From SENSE SCOTLAND:
8th Helen Keller International Award Launches:
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall new venue for unique art competition. Sense Scotland has just announced the launch of the 8th Helen Keller International Award. The competition aims to challenge the perceptions of deafblindness. This is interpreted in many different ways, eliciting a diverse array of artwork in a broad range of media. It also includes the submission of work by artists who are deafblind themselves.
http://www.sensescotland.org.uk/news/8th-helen-keller-launch.php
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From CHILDREN 1ST:
Children 1st Conference: Relatively Important? Kinship Care In Scotland Today:
4 November, Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre. CHILDREN 1ST and Aberdeen City Council are holding a national conference on kinship care in Scotland. For more information contact CHILDREN 1ST, 83 Whitehouse Loan, Edinburgh EH9 1AT Tel: 0131 446 2300
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From FIFE CONSTABULARY:
Fife Constabulary Multicultural Event:
Sunday 31st August, 12pm – 4pm, at Fife Constabulary Police Headquarters, Detroit Road, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2RJ. Performances & Exhibits to include: Dance Ihayami (South Indian Classical Dance) - Tribal Drumming - Filipino Dancing - Travelling Tales from Jess Smith - Muslim Exhibit - Henna Painting - Polish Paper Cutting - Egyptian Exhibit - Frae Fife – NHS - Fife Fire & Rescue Service - Territorial Army - Fife Constabulary Pipe Band - Police Dog Demonstrations, Patrol Vehicles & Recruitment - Puddledub Buffalo Barbeque (many others still to be confirmed at time of print!) For further information contact Force Diversity Officer, Audrey Laird on 01592 418414 or by email audrey.laird@fife.pnn.police.uk
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From POSITIVE ACTION IN HOUSING:
Migrant Rights And Information Day – Edinburgh:
Friday 3rd October, 10am - 6pm, Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh. The New Migrants Action Project at PAiH is working in partnership with City of Edinburgh Council and migrant community groups to organise a Migrant Rights and Information Day. The day will be an opportunity for new migrants in Edinburgh to meet representatives from a range of different organisations and get information and advice on their employment rights, housing rights and options, welfare benefits entitlements, healthcare rights, education rights and on a wide range of other topics. For more information, see the event invitation at www.paih.org/NMAPFILES/Edinburghmigrantinfoeventagencyinvitation.pdf If your organisation works in Edinburgh and you would like to attend the event to provide information and advice to new migrants, please fill in a booking form which you get from migrantaction@paih.org, or email migrantaction@paih.org for further information about the event.
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From SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT PUBLIC INFORMATION SERVICE:
New Publication: ‘Information For Disabled Visitors’:
This publication aims to ensure that people with disabilities who plan to visit the Parliament have access to clear and relevant information about the Holyrood building. It contains travel details, maps of the building and an extensive section on services and facilities, such as wheelchair loans and induction loops. The PDF version of the leaflet is available on our website at the following link: www.scottish.parliament.uk/vli/visitingHolyrood/documents/IFDV-Eng.pdf and the text of the leaflet is available in large print, Braille, audio CD and audio cassette. In addition, a British Sign Language DVD will be available soon. You can order copies in any format by contacting the Publication Information Service www.scottish.parliament.uk/vli/publicInfo/index.htm
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From SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT:
More Support For Parents (28/08/08):
Funding to safeguard advocacy services for parents of children with additional support needs (ASN)
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2008/08/28094159
Tackling Domestic Abuse (27/08/08):
Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary for Scotland (HMICS) report.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2008/08/26093652
Support For Vulnerable Witnesses (22/08/08):
Justice chiefs to discuss work to support vulnerable witnesses.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2008/08/21135655
Girls’ Anti-Cancer Vaccine Roadshow In Borders (22/08/08):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2008/08/22115913
Improvements To Train Stations (21/08/08):
Five stations to benefit from share of a major GB-wide scheme to improve access to rail services.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2008/08/21123807
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Free Personal And Nursing Care, Scotland, 2006-07 (26/08/08):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/08/25160542
Scottish Social Attitudes Survey 2007: Core Module Report 2 - Subjective Perceptions Of Well-Being In Scotland? (14/08/08):
The report discusses the topline findings on subjective well-being levels in Scotland and compares the findings with other countries across Europe. It also explores the relationship between socio-demographic data and well-being.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/08/12162152
Exploring The Links Between Transport And Culture (11/08/08):
This research explores the role of transport as a barrier to participation in cultural activities i
n Scotland, and makes recommendations on how accessibility by public transport could be improved.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/08/08123433
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The Adoption Agencies (Scotland) Regulations 2009: Deadline: 29th August
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/07/01141306
Consultation Into Marches And Parades In Scotland: Deadline: 29 August
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/06/04103028/0
Consultation on Alcohol Misuse: Deadline 9th September:
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/06/16084348
Homeless Persons (Provision of Non-permanent accommodation) (Scotland) Regulations: Deadline 19th September
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/06/20080300
Wheelchair and Seating Services Action Plan: Deadline: 31st October
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/08/04102245
Strengthening For The Future – A Consultation On The Reform Of The Children’s Hearings System: Deadline: 24th October
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/08/01110537
Gypsy/Travellers - Review Of Progress: http://tinyurl.com/4pva7
Removing Barriers & Creating Opportunities: Parliamentary Inquiry Into Disability: http://digbig.com/4wqce
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UK NEWS
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From EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION:
Have Your Say On The Home Front:
Caring for children, earning money, looking after the house – who does what, what’s best for children, and what do parents really want and need? Have your say in our national survey and help us make a difference for families: http://digbig.com/4xjxk
UK Ratification Of UN Convention On The Rights Of Persons With Disabilities (06/08/08):
This summer our Disability Committee has been considering the Government’s likely intention to ‘express reservations’ when it ratifies the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities later this year. The Committee believes that the UK should ratify the Convention promptly and without reservation.
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From MINISTRY OF JUSTICE:
Early Evaluation Of The Domestic Violence, Crime And Victims Act 2004 (14/08/08):
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From GOVERNMENT EQUALITIES OFFICE:
Equality Experts, Business And Unions To Help Make Britain Fairer (22/08/08):
The Government Equalities Office (GEO) today announced a new senior stakeholder group to support development of a new equality framework which will help make Britain a fairer and more equal place. The group will provide advice to the GEO and its Ministers on how to further strengthen equality protection and to streamline the law. This will include both those measures to be included in the Equality Bill and accompanying non-legislative measures. Read on at http://www.equalities.gov.uk/news/prpage13.htm
Board Announced For Government Equalities Office (21/08/08):
http://www.equalities.gov.uk/news/prpage12.htm
New Drive Towards Social Enterprise For Women From Ethnic Minority Backgrounds (20/08/08):
Social enterprise, a form of business with primarily social or environmental objectives, can be a useful tool to alleviate poverty amongst the most marginalised in society and has a role to play in regenerating neighbourhoods and increasing community cohesion.
http://www.equalities.gov.uk/news/prpage11.htm
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From INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH:
UK Employers Should Make The Most Of Diversity Dividend, Says ippr (26/08/08):
Government, local authorities and employers have underestimated the economic benefits that migrants bring to local economies, according to a new report to be published by the ippr in September……
http://www.ippr.org.uk/pressreleases/?id=3234
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From RUNNYMEDE TRUST:
Soldiers, Migrants And Citizens - The Nepalese In Britain (14/08/08):
This Community Studies report explores the experiences of the UK Nepalese population.
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From HOME OFFICE:
Migration From Eastern Europe Falls To New Low (21/08/08):
http://press.homeoffice.gov.uk/press-releases/Migration-At-All-time-Low
Tougher Measures For Child Sex Offenders (20/08/08):
http://press.homeoffice.gov.uk/press-releases/Sex-Offences
High-Tech Electric Borders Strengthen Britain’s Security (19/08/08):
A new ‘e-Borders’ electronic border system will ensure that every visitor is counted in and out of the country by 2014.
http://press.homeoffice.gov.uk/press-releases/high-tech-electric-borders
Tackling Knives, Saving Lives - Increased Action To Tackle Knife Crime (18/08/08):
http://press.homeoffice.gov.uk/press-releases/tackling-knives
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From VOLRESOURCE NEWSLETTER:
Disability Information Portal:
Leonard Cheshire Disability is trialling a one-stop-shop for disability related information and advice on the web, the Disability Information Portal. Interested parties can help shape the final site at http://www.dip-online.org
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From FAWCETT:
Reform Lapdance Club Licensing (15/08/08):
Fawcett and Object urge the Government to license lapdancing clubs as Sex Encounter Establishments
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=722
Comment On Working Mothers Study (06/0F8/08):
Fawcett comments on Cambridge University study on attitudes to women in the workplace
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=719
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From MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION:
The Mental Health Foundation Responds To Age Concern’s New Report (12/08/08):
www.mhf.org.uk/media/news-releases/news-releases-2008/12-august-2008/
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From DISABILITY NOW:
Davies Case Ruled Not To Be Hate Crime (26/08/08):
The three criminals responsible for torturing and imprisoning Kevin Davies, will not have their sentences lengthened or the case against them reopened, Disability Now has learned
Police Probe New Deal Firm (26/08/08):
A company tasked with assisting disabled people into work is being investigated by police after allegations of fraud
http://www.disabilitynow.org.uk/latest-news2/police-probe-new-deal-firm
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From SCOPE:
Disability Hate Crime Fuelled By “Casual And Institutional Disablism” (28/08/08):
http://www.scope.org.uk/cgi-bin/np/viewnews.cgi?id=1219917488
Disabled People Won’t Be Left Out In The Cold (22/08/08):
Disabled people will have the opportunity to overcome the current hike in energy prices and help them save money on their gas and electricity bills thanks to a new partnership between charity Scope and Which?…
http://www.scope.org.uk/cgi-bin/np/viewnews.cgi?id=1219392913
DIAL UK And Scope Merger Comes Into Force (18/08/08):
http://www.scope.org.uk/cgi-bin/np/viewnews.cgi?id=1219061463
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From TUC:
Female Migrant Workers Most At Risk Of Not Being Paid Minimum Wage (11/08/08):
Reports of the abuse of migrant workers have become increasingly common and the research – commissioned by the TUC’s Commission on Vulnerable Employment and carried out by the Centre on Migration, Policy and Society (COMPAS) at the University of Oxford – aimed to investigate the available information to uncover the reality of working life for migrant workers.
http://www.tuc.org.uk/newsroom/tuc-15182-f0.cfm
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From IMAAN:
Imaan: National Conference:
Imaan, the national organisation for LGBT Muslims, are holding their national conference on 17-19 October in central London. All are welcome. Email conference@imaan.org.uk for details if you would like to attend.
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From STONEWALL:
Stonewall Awards Set To Honour Champions Of Equality (26/08/08):
http://www.stonewall.org.uk/media/current_releases/2364.asp
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From PINK NEWS:
Same-Sex Partners Of Police Officers To Get Survivor Benefits (26/08/08):
The partners of gay and lesbian police officers who die in the line of duty will be eligible for benefits under new proposals.
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-8811.html
Gay Rights Champion Dies (20/08/08):
The former Labour MP who was instrumental in the passing of the 1967 Sexual Offences Act has died.
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-8748.html
LGBT Domestic Violence Victims Not Catered For, Charity Claims (19/08/08):
Broken Rainbow, the LGBT domestic violence service, has said that few refuges have adequate provisions for LGBT people.
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-8740.html
HIV/AIDS Expert Compares Australian Gay Blood Ban To Racism (12/08/08):
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-8671.html
Book On LGBT Life In Muslim Cultures Published (11/08/08):
The editor of gay Muslim magazine Huriyah has released a book about LGBT people in the Islamic World. Afdhere Jama’s book ‘Illegal Citizens: Queer lives in the Muslim world’ follows the lives of 33 people in 22 countries including Nigeria, Lebanon, Indonesia, Bosnia, China, India, Israel, and Ukraine.
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-8669.html
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
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From EUROPEAN WOMEN’S LOBBY:
Commission Proposes Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Directive - But Without Increased Protection Against Sex-Based Discrimination:
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From ILGA EUROPE:
Latest View Point Of Thomas Hammarberg, The Council Of Europe Commissioner For Human Rights On Hate Crimes (13/08/08):
“Hate crimes – the ugly face of racism, anti-Semitism, anti-Gypsyism, Islamophobia and homophobia”
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