Useful Links
– The Scottish Rural Network (SRN) encourages rural development by sharing information, ideas and good practice. We work with, and for, anyone who lives, works, or has an interest in rural Scotland – https://www.ruralnetwork.scot/
– Development Trusts Association Scotland – Large and small, rural and urban, mainland and island-based, communities all over Scotland are setting up development trusts to help their neighbourhoods flourish through community-led activity, partnership working and enterprise. As a membership organisation, the DTAS uses its expertise to inform, support and represent this network of development trusts, facilitating the sharing of knowledge and expertise and encouraging mutualism and co-operation – https://dtascot.org.uk/
– The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is the national membership organisation for the voluntary sector. Our mission is to support, promote and develop a confident, sustainable voluntary sector in Scotland – https://scvo.scot/
– Accelerate – Accelerate is a support programme for the Third Sector and community organisations. Funded by the Scottish Government, support is free and delivered by Community Enterprise. It aims to help groups and organisations become more sustainable and enterprising. If you are interested, further information can be accessed on the Community Enterprise website https://communityenterprise.co.uk/accelerate-expression-of-interest
– Rural Community Resources – Recently launched, a new free resource aimed at helping community organisations based in rural areas in Scotland. These resources have been produced by Inspiring Scotland and funded by the Scottish Government to support Community-Led Local Development in Scotland’s rural communities. Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) gives communities the power to tackle their own, local challenges. By building knowledge and skills, supporting new ideas and encouraging cooperation, CLLD helps to create viable and resilient communities. Follow the link to sign up and access these free resources:- https://charityhealthcheck.org.uk/rural-resources-sign-up/