GLASGOW NEWS
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From RAPE CRISIS CENTRE GLASGOW:
Rape Crisis Centre Online Survey On Intimate Partner Sexual Violence:
It’s been 20 years since rape in marriage became a crime in Scotland (it did not become a criminal offence until 1991 in England and Wales) but 20 years on, intimate partner sexual violence remains a very hidden and unspoken of aspect of domestic abuse. Glasgow Rape Crisis Centre is undertaking an online survey on intimate partner sexual violence, asking women to look at the questionnaire and complete it as far as they can and to cascade it down to others within their organizations and networks in the hope that as many women as possible across the UK will participate. More info at http://enf.org.uk/blog/?p=760
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From SCOTTISH WOMEN’S CONVENTION:
An Evening With Thabitha:
Monday 9 March, 6pm – 8.30pm, at STUC, 333 Woodlands Road, Glasgow. Thabitha Khumalo is a member of the newly elected democratic government of Zimbabwe. She has been an active member of the Women’s Labour Movement for many years and has led the ‘Dignity Period Campaign’. If you would like to come and meet her and hear about the plight of women in Zimbabwe please contact: isabelle.gray@scottishwomensconvention.org or 0141 248 818.
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From GLASGOW WOMEN’S LIBRARY:
‘Women On The Shelf’:
What have women ever done for Scotland? Nothing! Or at least that’s the conclusion that we might draw if we look around our cities and towns. Our great men are celebrated and commemorated everywhere - in street names, buildings, civic squares and statues. So where are Scotland’s great women? Glasgow Women’s Library is aiming to redress this balance through its new ‘Women on the Shelf’ fundraising initiative. Read on at http://digbig.com/4yhdm
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From SAMH:
An Invitation To The SAMH Forum:
SAMH will hold a Forum in Glasgow on 7 April, and would like to invite you to attend. This event will focus on mental health in Scotland today, where we would like to be in the future and how we might get there. With a variety of speakers, you can customise your day by choosing from a range of parallel sessions exploring topics such as human rights, assisted suicide, employment, stigma, child and adolescent mental health and the effects of the ‘credit crunch’ and debt. Attendance at this event is FREE for SAMH Members (there’s still time to join!) and costs just £30 for non-members. A buffet lunch will also be provided. More information at http://www.samh.org.uk/frontend/index.cfm?page=30&newsid=148
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From GLASGOW COUNCIL FOR THE VOLUNTARY SECTOR:
Is The Voluntary Sector In Recession?:
If you work for a voluntary organisation in Glasgow, we would like to hear how your organisation is coping with the recession. Are you working longer hours to meet growing demand? Or have your staff numbers been reduced in response to funding cuts? Please take a few moments to contribute to the survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=ELz2xJFP2j7YrOtRP7SJ_2bA_3d_3d GCVS works to represent the views of large and small voluntary organisations both locally and nationally. The results of this survey will inform our negotiations with policy-makers, funders and government representatives over the coming months. If you have any queries about the survey, please contact Leanne Clelland by phone on 0141 332 2444 or email leanne.clelland@gcvs.org.uk
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From BRITISH DEAF ASSOCIATION - SCOTLAND:
BSL Taster Session:
Participants will learn a bit about Deaf Culture, basic BSL and some everyday signs such as how to say their name and where they live and work. Each BSL taster is an enjoyable and welcoming introduction to BSL and participants will also be given further information about forthcoming courses. The cost of the 2-hour taster session will be £25 per person, which includes tuition, a certificate and a BSL product.
Thursday 19th March, 10am to 12pm, BDA Office, Hope St
Thursday 23rd April, 10am to 12pm, BDA Office, Hope St
For more information / to book contact Diane at dianem@bda.org.uk or call on 0141 248 5554
Deaf Equality Sessions:
Thursday 26th March, 10am - 1pm; Thursday 30th April 10am - 1pm. Enable your organisation to project a positive attitude towards your deaf customers & staff. By now we’re all aware of The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Public bodies, private and voluntary service providers, and businesses now have new statutory duties to promote disability equality. Have you considered your obligations toward your Deaf Customers & Staff? Deaf Equality Training, which is a certificated course, will: Facilitate understanding of Deaf Culture; Allow professionals to meet their obligations to provide equality in their services; Know the two types of d/Deaf people; Understand that Deaf BSL users don’t have ‘needs’; Learn about the Deaf Community & their language: British Sign Language (BSL); Consider the background of Deaf people; Recognise the three ways of looking at ‘Deaf’ in different perspectives; Identify unnecessary barriers to Deaf people. Alternatively BDA ~ Scotland will attend your place of work and deliver Deaf Equality Training at a time convenient to your working environment. If you are interested in any of these courses or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Diane McCabe at your BDA, Scottish Office, Suite 58, 1st Floor, Central Chambers, 93 Hope St, Glasgow G2 6LD Tel: 0141 248 5554 Email: dianem@bda.org.uk
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From JARCS:
Safeguarding Seniors! An Interactive Event For Older People About The Adults Support & Protection (Scotland) Act 2007:
Tuesday 24th March, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11.15am to 4pm
Wednesday 25th March, Glasgow, Cathcart Trinity Church, 11.15am – 4pm
Thursday 26th March, Inverness, Ramada Jarvis Hotel, 11.15am – 4pm
Friday 27th March, Aberdeen Arts centre, 11.15am – 4 pm
This FREE event will include a live theatre performance with professional actors. It will raise issues of different types of mistreatment that older people can face. It will give the audience the chance to discuss how to deal with such issues. It will give information about the ASP Act. Open to anyone over 65 living at home, in sheltered housing or in care. Booking is essential. For further information please contact Jean Alcock, JARCS, 2 Midlothian Drive, Glasgow G41 3RE Tel: 0141 649 1521 Fax: 0141 632 1703 Mobile: 07909588197 email jean@jarcs.co.uk Website:www.jarcs.co.uk
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From CULTURE AND SPORT GLASGOW: ST MUNGO MUSEUM OF RELIGIOUS LIFE AND ART:
sh(OUT): GoMA Social Justice Initiative 2009: Proposed LGBT Faith Discussions At The St Mungo Museum Of Religious Life And Art: Call For Speakers / Partners:
To support sh(OUT) the St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art would like to include one or more public talks through Sept - Nov 2009. We propose to hold these workshop forums on one Sunday in each month at 2pm. The format of the talks will be designed to provide an informal opportunity for participants to listen, debate and discuss issues relating to their experience of religion in Scotland from an LGBT perspective. Read on at: http://enf.org.uk/blog/?p=766
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From CONFAB:
What Is The Sound Of The War On The Poor?:
Ultra-red @ Instal Festival are looking for artists and arts organisations working with issues and/ or in communities affected by issues of poverty, migration, homelessness; government, charitable and community organisations directly working with those same issues (they need not have any ‘art’ interests); any organisations that work with families and/ or young people who would themselves be affected by the issues of poverty; to develop a performance on the 21st March at the CCA, Glasgow. For further info contact: http://www.ultrared.org robert.sember@gmail.com
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From ARCHWAY GLASGOW:
Unique Training Opportunity:
Archway Glasgow is Scotland’s first Sexual Assault Referral Centre. It provides forensic and medical assistance, as well as support and counselling for anyone who has recently been raped or sexually assaulted. We are offering an opportunity to take part in a training event June 2009 at The Campanile Hotel Glasgow, 10 Tunnel St G3 8HL. The training will explore the following: Background to Archway / Equalities & Diversity / Impact of Rape and Sexual Assault / Gender Based Violence / Sexual Offences Legislation / Interpretation of Injuries / Forensic Evidence and Examination / Adolescents/Practical case studies. DATES: For External Agencies: 22, 23, and 25 June*; For individuals interested in working at Archway: 22, 23, 24 and 25 June. *24 June is very specific to Archway Staff but External Agencies can come to this day if they wish. Places are limited. Cost: £130 per day (£100 per day for voluntary organisations); £350 for 3 days (£300 for voluntary organisations); £480 for 4 days (£430 for voluntary organisation) There are a small number of free places available for individuals interested in working for Archway. For further information / booking form please contact Archway on: 0141 211 8175 or email archway@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
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From BRITISH RED CROSS:
Addressing Vulnerability With Skin Camouflage:
We currently offer a skin camouflage service in the dermatology clinic at Glasgow Royal Infirmary … The clinic is open to people of all ages and with a range of conditions including vitiligo, rosacea, acne, scarring, burns and birth marks. The current route to service begins with a referral from GPs and dermatology consultants. …A recent consultation revealed the medical route to services at the Royal Infirmary means we struggle to reach the most vulnerable people in our society who we aim to target at out pilot clinics, which include: People who self harm; Users of intravenous drugs; Victims of Violent Attack; Victims of domestic abuse. The pilot clinic will target theses groups and will be part of a care package provided by partner organisations addressing the psychological issues associated with it. The service objectives are: To make a difference to the lives of individuals with disfiguring scars, brought about by self harm, domestic abuse, violent attack or the use of intravenous drugs; To teach individuals to apply skin camouflage creams effectively to disguise disfiguring scarring; To promote social inclusion by increasing the confidence of individuals with disfiguring scarring; To reach individuals who may not access our service elsewhere, and for whom the established medical route to service is a barrier to seeking treatment; To provide information on support services, first aid and alternative coping methods for service users; To promote an effective volunteer run service through initial and ongoing training and support. The pilot clinic will work with partner organisations to target these groups in various ways, either by hosting a mobile clinic, points of referral or points of reference. The project is currently under way and I am trying to make links with potential partner organisations. For more info contact Helen Irvine, Skin Camouflage Project Officer Tel 0141 891 4000 hirvine@redcross.org.uk
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SCOTTISH NEWS
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From SCOTTISH TRANSGENDER ALLIANCE:
STA And Stonewall Scotland Partnership Work Creates New Trans Guide For Employers (11/02/09):
The Scottish Transgender Alliance Project Coordinator and volunteers launched ‘Changing for the Better’ - a new guide for employers on transgender inclusion - as part of Stonewall Scotland’s annual Workplace Conference on Wednesday 11th February. The development of this new guide is an excellent example of partnership work and was warmly received by conference participants. The guide can be downloaded by clicking on the following link: www.scottishtrans.org/Uploads/Resources/changing_for_the_better.pdf Printed copies of the guide are available from Stonewall Scotland Telephone: 0131 557 3679 or email: info@stonewallscotland.org.uk
Updated And Expanded STA Transgender Monitoring Guidance (02/02/09):
The Scottish Transgender Alliance webpage on Transgender Equality Monitoring within the Good Practice section of this website has just been expanded and updated. It includes the Scottish Transgender Alliance’s recommendations in regard to monitoring questions for transgender service users or staff. It can be found at: http://www.scottishtrans.org/Page/Equality_Monitoring.aspx
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From CAPABILITY SCOTLAND:
Equipment & Adaptations Consultation Event:
11th March, 10.30am - 3pm, Edinburgh Marriott Hotel, 111 Glasgow Rd, Edinburgh EH12 8NF. Do you represent people who need special equipment or adaptations so that they can stay at home? Do you provide health, education or social care services to people who use equipment or adaptations? Equipment and adaptations are proving vital in enabling people to live well and comfortably in their own homes. Following the recommendations of Adapting to the Future, Audit Scotland’s report into the management of community equipment and adaptations, new guidance has been developed by the Scottish Government to help local health and social care partnerships create a more consistent approach to providing equipment and adaptations across Scotland. We are keen to hear the views of people who use equipment and adaptations, providers of health and social care services and other stakeholders about this new guidance and so are holding a consultation event in Edinburgh. This free event is open to anyone who is interested in making the system work – those who work with equipment and adaptations, the people who need them and carers and supporters of disabled people. To book a place please contact Amy Phillips, Partnership Improvement and Outcomes Division, 3-ER, St Andrew’s House, Edinburgh EH1 3DG. Tel: 0131 244 4041 or email amy.phillips@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
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From EQUALITY NETWORK:
Out & Safe:
Saturday 28th February, 10am-3.45pm, Elgin. Out & Safe, now in its second year, promotes wellbeing and safety in our communities and offers support in building new relationships between the police and LGBT people. …The Out & Safe event will outline what support is available for LGBT people and what the police do to combat hate crime, in particular homophobic/transphobic hate crime. This event will give the LGBT communities an opportunity to voice fears or concerns about crime, personal safety and the police. Research shows many LGBT people do not report homophobic and transphobic crime to the police. We feel that building sustainable and meaningful relationships between the police and LGBT communities is the most important way of ensuring that crimes are reported. Out & Safe is one step along that road. The event includes workshops on community policing and domestic abuse as well as information and advice. For further information or to register, contact Scott Cuthbertson scott@equality-network.org Refreshments and lunch provided.
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From HOLYROOD MAGAZINE:
Sexual Health In Scotland: Improving Communication, Education And Associated Outcomes:
Tuesday 21 April, Edinburgh. This conference will examine the key areas which need to be addressed in order to develop and improve the sexual health of Scotland as a nation. The event will discuss and debate the need for more dialogue with and amongst all age groups, facilitating more discussion between families, the over 35 age group as well as the promotion of abstinence as an option.
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From SCOTTISH GYPSY TRAVELLER LAW REFORM COALITION:
Consultation: Scottish Gypsy Traveller (Discrimination) Bill:
“Securing legal recognition for ethnic minority status of Scottish Gypsy Travellers has always been a high priority for the Scottish Gypsy Traveller Law Reform Coalition because of the legal protection that it could provide. It was often asked by Scottish Gypsy Travellers: “If English Romani Gypsies and Irish Travellers have legal protection against racism and discrimination why don’t we?” Read on at http://enf.org.uk/blog/?p=762
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From HOLYROOD TODAY:
DNA Monitoring Of Violent Children Proposed By Macaskill:
Children guilty of serious violent and sexual assaults are to have their DNA information recorded and stored for three years, if proposals from Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill are approved by Parliament. The monitoring period could be extended, and would be the first time the DNA database has applied to the children’s hearings system rather than just the courts. The Scotsman http://digbig.com/4yhhh
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From MENS HEALTH FORUM SCOTLAND:
Men, Masculinity And Health: Communicating Clear Health Messages And Men’s Response To Illness:
MHFS Advisory Group Seminar, Friday 20th March, Glasgow
http://www.mhfs.org.uk/PC_AG_Seminar.php
What Do Asian Men Consider As Important Masculinity Attributes? Findings From The Asian Men’s Attitude To Live Events And Sexuality (MALES) Study
http://www.jmhjournal.org/article/S1875-6867(08)00210-8/abstract
Gay Men And Prostate Cancer: Voicing The Concerns Of A Hidden Population:
http://www.jmhjournal.org/article/S1875-6867(08)00189-9/abstract
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From SCOTTISH-ISLAMIC FOUNDATION:
Country Mobilising For Scottish-Islamic Investment (25/02/09):
A major expo is being organised this year to build trade links between Scotland and the Muslim world.
http://www.scottishislamic.org/index.php?go=news&id=314
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From INCLUSION SCOTLAND:
Disability Sport - Excluded From PE Training (Herald 25/05/09):
Disabled school children are being further excluded by the education system and a well-meaning drive for inclusion. Kids with additional support needs in mainstream secondaries are receiving physical education but much of this is from teachers whose university courses give minimal training in delivery to disabled pupils. Read on at: http://digbig.com/4yhrq
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From LGBT YOUTH SCOTLAND:
Challenging Homophobia Together (23/02/09):
The Challenging Homophobia Together campaign for schools was launched at LGBT Youth Scotland’s conference on the 5th February. Over 180 professionals working with young people in schools attended the first ever Scottish conference to focus on homophobia and homophobic bullying in schools.
http://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk/news/challenging-homophobia-together.htm
Challenging Homophobia Together (24/02/09):
The Equality and Human Rights Commission in Scotland is delighted to support LGBT Youth Scotland’s schools campaign Challenging Homophobia Together along with respectme, Scotland’s Anti Bullying Service, and the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS): http://digbig.com/4yhsa
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From SCOTTISH COUNCIL FOR VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS (SCVO), LIFELONG LEARNING UK, SKILLS FOR JUSTICE and LEARNING LINK SCOTLAND:
Use Your NOS!:
Monday 9 March, 10am - 1pm (followed by a sandwich lunch), The Albany Centre, 44 Ashley St, Glasgow G3 6DS. A joint event for third sector organisations about new support for recruiting, training and developing the workforce. The seminar will provide information and help to use handy new forms of support - called National Occupational Standards - for developing your workforce, including an interactive session demonstrating new toolkits and guidelines. You will hear about how best to plan an effective induction programme, develop your performance management and appraisal system and plan and evaluate your training programmes. Find out how to make the best use of NOS when you are managing volunteers, carrying out your role on a voluntary management committee or fundraising. Specific information about new community justice NOS and support for organisations in their learning provider roles will also be available. For further details and to book a place please contact celia.carson@scvo.org.uk Tel: 0131 474 8017
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From SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT: SCOTTISH CENTRE FOR REGENERATION:
Better Community Engagement
The Scottish Government is currently setting up a programme to develop a range of learning materials and programmes based on Better Community Engagement: A Framework for Learning (http://digbig.com/4yhnn) to meet the needs of those delivering community engagement in local areas. This will bring national coherence and ensure quality in training and learning around community engagement practice across Scotland. If you are involved in a project delivering or developing training and learning in community engagement and would like to participate as a pilot project please contact the community engagement team: communityengagement@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
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From SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT:
Motion: S3M-3128 Jackie Baillie: Disabled Persons’ Parking Places (Scotland) Bill (25/02/09):
That the Parliament agrees that the Disabled Persons’ Parking Places (Scotland) Bill be passed. Supported by: Karen Gillon
Motion: S3M-3261 Margaret Mitchell On Behalf Of The Equal Opportunities Committee: Unpaid Carers (25/02/09):
That the Parliament notes evidence gathered by the Equal Opportunities Committee on unpaid carers at its meetings on 25 March and 7 October 2008, which highlighted that there were around 660,000 unpaid carers in Scotland, a figure that represented one in eight of the population; recognises the valuable contribution that unpaid carers make in saving the Scottish economy £7.6 billion a year; further notes that around 40% of unpaid carers surveyed reported that their access to services was poor or that available services did not meet their needs, and calls on the Scottish Government to take into consideration the evidence gathered when developing the forthcoming Scottish Government/COSLA carers strategy. Supported by: Elaine Smith, Hugh Henry, Marlyn Glen, Tom McCabe
Equal Opportunities Committee 24 February 2009 3rd Meeting, 2009:
1. Equal pay in local government; 2. Scottish Government’s Audit of Current Scots Language Provision in Scotland. Proposed future business: Scottish Government’s Race Equality Statement.
http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/s3/committees/equal/index.htm
Justice Committee 24 February 2009 6th Meeting, 2009:
1. Subordinate legislation: The Committee will consider the following negative instruments - the Legal Profession and Legal Aid (Scotland) Act 2007 (Transitional Provision) Order 2009 ; the Justice of the Peace Courts (Sheriffdom of Tayside, Central and Fife) Amendment Order 2009 2. Borders, Citizenship and Immigration Bill (UK Parliament legislation) (in private): The Committee will consider the legislative consent memorandum lodged by Kenny MacAskill MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Justice 3. Coroners and Justice Bill (UK Parliament legislation) (in private) 4. Offences (Aggravation by Prejudice) (Scotland) Bill (in private): The Committee will consider a draft Stage 1 report. Proposed future business: draft report on the Offences (Aggravation by Prejudice) (Scotland) Bill. http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/s3/committees/justice/index.htm
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From SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT:
Care Homes Scotland 2008 (24/02/09)
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2009/02/24094010
Funding For Community Projects (23/02/09):
10 projects across Scotland have been offered a total of £1.2 million to deal with waste at community level.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2009/02/23135225
Healthy Living Centres Given Lifeline (23/02/09):
Extension to transition funding to allow long-term plans to be put in place.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2009/02/23093201
Investing In Debt Advice (23/02/09):
Funding will be spent across Scotland to help hundreds of families with debt problems.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2009/02/23162345
Greater Support For Victims Of Crime (20/02/09):
Criminal Justice Bill to fight crime and support victims.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Releases/2009/02/20095231
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Consultation Into Marches And Parades In Scotland: Analysis Of Consultation Responses (25/02/09):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/02/24150258
Scottish Household Survey Statistics Publication Notice Quarter 3 2008 (25/02/09):
Presents national results on ten key topics including satisfaction with neighbourhood, household tenure, households with bank accounts, internet use, travel to work, car availability and recycling. This notice is supported by a Data Trends section on the SHS website, showing comparative data from previous quarters
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/02/SHSQ32008
Safeguarding Children In Scotland Who May Have Been Trafficked (23/02/09):
Guidance developed to support professionals in identifying, assessing and providing appropriate support for children who may have been victims of trafficking:
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/02/18092546
Analysis of Responses: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/02/18092624
Scottish Government Response to the Consultation Analysis: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/02/18092659
The Adult Support And Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 - What It Means To Me - Report Of The User And Carer Conference (23/02/09):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/02/23160010
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Improving The Lives Of Children In Scotland - Are We There Yet?: Consultation On The Scottish Government’s Response To The 2008 Concluding Observations From The UN Committee On The Rights Of The Child. Ending: Monday, March 02, 2009
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Consultations/Current
Achieving Smoke-Free Mental Health Health Services in Scotland: A Consultation:
Views are being sought on achieving smoke-free mental health services in Scotland. Ending: 06/04/2009
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Consultations/Current
Forced Marriage: A Civil Remedy?:
The Scottish Government is seeking your views, through the questions included in this consultation document, on whether Scotland should introduce civil legislation on forced marriage. Ending: 27/03/2009
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Consultations/Current
Revised Guidance On The Provision Of Equipment And Adaptations:
To provide the NHS and local authorities with updated guidance on the provision. Ending: 31/03/2009
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Consultations/Current
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UK NEWS
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From EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION:
Make Social Care A Springboard Not A Safety Net, Says Commission Chief Executive (26/02/09):
Commission Calls On Construction Insiders To Submit Evidence To Its Formal Inquiry Into Race Discrimination In The Sector (19/02/09):
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From TUC:
TUC Briefing: ‘Women And Recession’:
http://www.tuc.org.uk/extras/womenandrecession.pdf
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From ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL RESEARCH COUNCIL:
Money May Not Buy Happiness But Neither Does Poverty (24/0/09):
In the past 50 years individual levels of wealth have increased by but so have crime, deprivation, depression and addictions to alcohol and drugs. Most of us believe that more money will make us happier; however, as societies become richer, does that wealth positively impact on our happiness? The ‘Recession: health and happiness’ event on 26th February, may well provide a surprising answer. Lord Professor Richard Layard who has spent years researching the impact of wealth on wellbeing will argue the answer is ‘not necessarily’…. Read on at http://digbig.com/4yhhj
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From COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT:
Tackling Race Inequality: Changing The Terms Of Debate - Speech By Hazel Blears 925/02/09):
http://www.communities.gov.uk/speeches/corporate/raceinequality
Tackling Race Inequalities: A Discussion Document (24/02/09):
We are aiming to consult members of the public and stakeholders for a 12-week period ending on 18 May 2009. We will then publish our planned future approach to achieving race equality later in the year.
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From YWCA:
YWCA Continues To Campaign For A Fair National Minimum Wage (25/02/09):
Following the success of ‘More than one rung’ (http://www.morethanonerung.org/) YWCA continues to campaign on behalf of young women to increase the national minimum wage. We are part of a group whose goals are: to increase the national minimum wage; extend it to cover apprentices; scrap the age bands that discriminate against young workers and make sure workers know about it and employers pay it.
For more information, see the national minimum wage website: http://www.minimumwage.org.uk/
YWCA’s Response To Teen Pregnancy Results (26/02/09):
YWCA has read the latest statistics from the Teenage Pregnancy Unit (TPU) with great interest. There has been an increase in the number of teenage conceptions in the last year but we feel that this is just a blip in the overall downward trend. We don’t feel that there should be any concern that teen pregnancies are on the increase again…….
http://www.ywca-gb.org.uk/newsarticle.asp?ID=257
YWCA Mentioned In Parliament (24/02/09):
Our concerns about young women being moved on by police but not always to an established place of safety were raised in the committee debate on Policing and Crime Bill by James Brokenshire MP, Conservative Shadow Home Affairs Minister. Red on at:
http://www.ywca-gb.org.uk/newsarticle.asp?ID=254
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From Feminist Activist Forum (FAF):
Weekend 24-26th April 2009: Race, Privilege & Identity Gathering
Members of FAF are involved in organising and will be presenting workshops at the Race, Privilege & Identity gathering in Bristol.
http://raceprivilegeidentity.wordpress.com/
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From HOME OFFICE:
Statistics On Immigration And Asylum Released (24/02/09):
Quarterly statistics covering immigration and asylum released
http://press.homeoffice.gov.uk/press-releases/stats-immigration-asylum
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From DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH:
More Cash For Contraception (26/02/09):
£20.5m package to promote contraception Call for action to areas with high teenage pregnancy rates
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From IPPR:
Ippr Reaction To Today’s Migration Figures (24/02/09):
“The more figures we get on immigration into the UK in 2008, the clearer it becomes that migrant numbers are falling.
http://www.ippr.org.uk/pressreleases/?id=3414
Short Term Migration Becoming The New Norm, Says Ippr (23/02/09):
Policymakers must pay greater attention to short-term migration according to a new report published today Monday 23 February 2009 by the Institute for Public Policy Research (ippr).
http://www.ippr.org.uk/pressreleases/?id=3413
Ippr Reaction To Today’s Announcement To Enforce Stricter Work Rules On Migrants (22/02/09):
It may be reasonable to tighten the system slightly at a time when migrant workers are not likely to be in such high demand during the recession. But it’s important the system remains flexible enough to meet the needs of British industry through the downturn as well as when the upturn comes.
http://www.ippr.org.uk/pressreleases/?id=3415
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From OBJECT:
Object Newsletter:
Continuation funding for Stripping the Illusion: Object is thrilled to have been awarded £18,000 from Esmee Fairbairn Foundation to continue its lap dancing campaign, Stripping The Illusion, over the course of this year. News on this and other campaigns, consultations and events at http://glasgowwomensnetwork.wordpress.com/2009/02/24/100/
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From GENDERED INTELLIGENCE:
Trans Community Conference Report 2008: Our Bodies, Our Minds, Our Environments:
Download the report from http://www.genderedintelligence.co.uk/
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From LEONARD CHESHIRE DISABILITY:
Public Say Social Care Is As Important As NHS (23/02/09):
Four out of five adults (79 per cent) believe that social care is as important as the NHS, reveals a survey out today (23 February) by the UK’s leading disability charity. The Leonard Cheshire Disability survey also reveals that nine in ten (86 per cent) adults would support more public money being used to make sure that everybody who needs social care gets it. Only 16% of people believe they would have to pay for their entire social care costs. Read on at:
http://www.lcdisability.org/?lid=9250
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From JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION:
Poverty, Inequality And Policy Since 1997:
This study examines the impact of policy on poverty and inequality in Britain since 1997.
http://www.jrf.org.uk/publications/poverty-inequality-and-policy-1997
In-Depth Assessment Delivers The Verdict On The Government’s Promise Of A More Equal Society (23/01/09):
Commissioned by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, the study, by a team led by LSE’s Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion, shows sharp contrasts between different policy areas.
Notable success stories include reductions in child and pensioner poverty, improved education outcomes for the poorest children and schools, and narrowing economic and other divides between deprived and other areas.
http://www.jrf.org.uk/node/4314
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From THE OBSERVER:
Cuts Raise Fears For Prostitutes’ Health (22/02/09):
Edinburgh support group loses vital funding. There are fresh fears for the health and safety of sex workers in Edinburgh after cuts in funding to one of the country’s longest-running support groups for prostitutes.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2009/feb/22/sex-workers-scotland
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From MENCAP:
Mencap Welcomes Report On Disabled Parents (24/02/09):
Mark Goldring, chief executive of learning disability charity, Mencap, welcomes CSCI’s focus on parents with a learning disability in the Supporting Disabled Parents: a family or fragmented approach report published today.
http://www.mencap.org.uk/news.asp?id=9495&pageno=&year=&menuId=91
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From HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION ASSOCIATION:
Final Call For Applications For E-Learning Courses For April-June 2009:
Courses: Armed Conflict, Human Rights and Humanitarian Law; Human Rights-Based Programming; Human Rights Monitoring; Le Plaidoyer pour les droits humains; L’Information et la documentation en droits de l’homme; National Human Rights Institutions; Terrorism, Human Rights and Human Security; The United Nations Human Rights System. Please note that the registration deadline for these courses is Sunday, 1 March 2009. Applications can be submitted online. Further information about each course can be found at http://www.hrea.org/courses/
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From RNIB:
Let Blind And Partially Sighted People Enjoy Twice As Much TV (24/02/09):
Today the RNIB is urging broadcasters and the regulator Ofcom to let blind and partially sighted people enjoy twice as much television. RNIB is calling for an increase in the amount of audio description (AD) from 10 to 20 per cent of programme and congratulates one UK broadcaster - Sky - who has already agreed to meet this target…..
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From THIRD SECTOR DAILY:
Women Poorly Represented On Mosque Boards, Survey Finds (20/02/09):
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From PINK NEWS:
Evangelical Christians Call For Acceptance Of Gay People (23/02/09):
A coalition of evangelical Christian groups have called on church organisations condemning an American anti- gay hate group to face up to their own discriminatory policies and behaviour.
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-11293.html
Jacqui Smith Ordered To Bring Gay Asylum Seeker Back To UK (19/02/09):
The Home Secretary Jacqui Smith has been ordered by the High Court to have a gay asylum seeker who was removed from the UK brought back to Britain.
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-11245.html
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From INSTITUTE OF RACE RELATIONS:
Coroners And Justice Bill (26/02/09):
Some provisions in this vast, unwieldy Bill threaten to undermine still further civil rights and protections, particularly for victims of state violence.
http://www.irr.org.uk/2009/february/ha000026.html
Looking Back To Move Forward (19/02/09):
Speech by Rosemary Campbell-Stephens given at the recent London Schools and the Black Child conference.
http://www.irr.org.uk/2009/february/bw000023.html
Conference Highlights Exclusions (19/02/09):
A report on the recent London Schools and the Black Child (LSBC) conference organised annually by Diane Abbott, MP.
http://www.irr.org.uk/2009/february/bw000024.html
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From DISABILITY NOW:
Government Urged To Implement Archer Recommendations (25/02/09):
Alf MorrisCampaigners have welcomed the publication of an independent report into the circumstances surrounding the supply of contaminated blood to people with haemophilia, but say that its recommendations must be implemented by the government.
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From REFUGEE COUNCIL:
Refugee Council Response To Asylum Statistics Out Today (24/02/09):
“These figures demonstrate a very worrying trend: poor decision-making leading to people having their claims refused but who can’t be sent home. Many are left homeless and destitute, without any welfare support or permission to work to support themselves.” Read on at:
http://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/news/press/2009/february/20090224.htm
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From DISABLED PERSONS TRANSPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Annual Report 2007-2008:
http://www.dptac.gov.uk/07report/index.htm
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
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From EUROPEAN WOMEN’S LOBBY:
Reconciliation Of Private And Professional Life – Should Maternity Leave Pay The Price Of The Failure To Engage Men In Their Share Of Care?:
The recent proposal of the European Commission (October 2008) to increase the minimum length of maternity leave and to extend the mandatory period, currently at two weeks, to six weeks, has sparked debate among feminists and others as to whether women should be singled out in this way as this form of leave only relates to women. The main problem is that the maternity leave proposal is just one of three proposals currently on the table part of the European ‘package’ of measures to reconcile private and professional life but those proposals are being dealt with in different ways…. Read on at http://digbig.com/4yhhg
It’s Time For Change In Europe! Sign For More Women In Decision Making:
European elections are rapidly approaching! Sign this Campaign for better representation of women in decision-making in Europe! Simply go to http://www.womenlobby.org/site/form_3.asp and fill in your name. Your signature will enable a strong voice in getting more women to the highest levels of European politics.
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From PINK NEWS:
Asian Countries Urged To Follow China And Decriminalise Gay Sex (20/02/09):
The fight against HIV in Asia could be greatly assisted if countries moved to legalise homosexuality, according to a leading Chinese AIDS activist.
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-11261.html
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From FOR DIVERSITY. AGAINST DISCRIMINATION:
Diversity At Work – Everyone Has Rights:
Aimed at employees as a tool to help with diversity training, this presentation outlines what is discrimination, the EU laws which exist to combat it, and provides some examples of work-place situations to help test understanding. Suggestions on what employees can themselves do to help fight discrimination in the workplace, and where to go for more information and advice are also included. Download PPT (2.134 KB) http://www.stop-discrimination.info/5319.0.html
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From DECADE OF ROMA INCLUSION:
“10 Goals For Improving Access To Education For Roma” (25/02/09):
A new brochure from the Open Society Institute, based on its Equal Access to Quality Education for Roma report series, presents 10 fundamental goals toward securing a brighter future for Roma children in Europe.
http://www.romadecade.org/index.php?content=374
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From EUROPEAN DISABILITY FORUM:
European Day Of People With Disabilities: Final Report Available (24/02/09):
http://www.edf-feph.org/Page_Generale.asp?DocID=13854&thebloc=20526
Commission Shies Away From E-Accessibility (22/02/09):
EDF released its joint response with AGE and ANEC on the Commission’s Communication “Towards an accessible information society”
http://www.edf-feph.org/Page_Generale.asp?DocID=13854&thebloc=20512
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From THE EUROPEAN ROMA RIGHTS CENTRE (ERRC):
Hungary Provides Compensation To Coercively Sterilised Romani Woman (24/02/09):
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