With the number of people volunteering falling, shown in the latest national data, this is my first read of the new year - some challenges to assumptions and a critical eye on the benefits and impacts of volunteering.

#Volunteering #Community

Lang may yer lum reek.

As we prepare to start 2025, we do so with ambition and purpose @thirdsectordg.bsky.social through our BIG THREE.

Wishing for a hope-filled and healthy New Year for you all.

#Community #EssentialSector #Relationships #NewYear #Hogmanay

Last meeting of 2024 was with #DigitalDairyChain. The connection? 60% of our sector is based in our rural communities with links to farming, land mmnt, environment and our rural economy. We talked digital, skills, housing and connectivity. Plus, we thrive on relationships. Lots to explore in 2025.

At this week's Integration Joint Board, I reminded colleagues of the scale and potential of our #EssentialSector across Dumfries and Galloway; the trusted relationships that exist and impacts seen every day. We must start with our communities and invest in what's already working, what's strong.

Thanks to @povertyalliance.org team for hosting time for reflection on the @scottishgovernment.bsky.social budget today. A definite positive is the movement of people across various sectors committed to see change. Always re-charging to hear the passion and energy, despite the huge task ahead.

Living on the exposed west coast of Scotland is unbelievably amazing most of the year. Today, not so much 🫨Take care everyone!

My favourite spot.

“…the overall lack of progress in tackling socioeconomic and health inequalities indicates that policies are not working in the right way or at the scale required to improve outcomes.”
#Inequity #Inequality #Inequalities #Health #Economy #Community

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