Our latest e-newsletter brings together a selection of events, funding news, services and support for third sector groups and organisations: tinyurl.com/2z3ed48f
There's also a short update on the progress of Edinburgh's Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund.
Edinburgh’s Third Sector Reference group needs new members to shape decisions, amplify community voices and create positive change.
They need people interested in sharing their experiences and helping to shape better policy and services.
Find out more: tinyurl.com/ywkbd4kk
We need your help to build a picture of Edinburgh's third sector for a new report.
Your feedback will help identify trends, the needs and the challenges facing groups and organisations across the city.
Please complete this survey (7 questions): tinyurl.com/4wj9r2u3
You are invited to join colleagues from the Police, Health, Social Work, Housing, and Homelessness to explore local public protection issues for women and children.
Protecting vulnerable women and children:
Wed 11 Mar, 12.30pm-4pm at Norton Park
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#IWD2026
Our training programme is designed to help you build skills to make your day job easier, with courses covering a range of subjects:
- Facilitation skills
- How to Use Canva Like a Pro
- Practical Project Management
Find more courses in our training e-news: tinyurl.com/yvyjjvwk
Our latest newsletter is out now: tinyurl.com/y7dds8nx
It includes a selection of events, job opportunities, news and details of support for the third sector.
Thanks to everyone who has signed up to be part of the consultation to refresh Edinburgh's current Community Plan (Thu 26 Feb).
There is still time to register and share your experiences and insights (bookings close at the end of today -Mon).
tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6
Edinburgh has changed dramatically since the current community plan (LOIP) was last revised.
We need people working in the third sector to share their insights at an in-person event: Thu 23 Feb, 9.30am - 12.30pm
Register: tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6
Our communities need change!
Edinburgh's Third Sector Reference Group is a place for sharing ideas and insights to help city leaders make better policy and investment decisions.
The Group is looking for new members to shape decisions and help make positive change.
Find out more: tinyurl.com/ywkbd4kk
We were delighted to welcome Valerie McIntosh to the team in November last year. Her focus is on community planning and place-based networks in the city.
Get to know Valerie and the work she's doing to support Edinburgh's third sector in this blog post: tinyurl.com/5hxp3bb6
Our goal is to make sure our training programme meets the changing needs of people working and volunteering in the third sector.
You can find some upcoming highlights and new courses in this week's training e-news:
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#Trainin #ThirdSector #Edinburgh
The latest blog from our CEO includes an update on Edinburgh's Third Sector Reference Group.
The Group is looking for new members to help shape decisions, amplify community voices and create positive change.
Read the blog: tinyurl.com/563b9v7j
#ThirdSector #Edinburgh
The latest edition of the EVOC E-news is out now: tinyurl.com/24rus2n9
Look out for an update on Edinburgh's Third Sector Reference Group and a selection of events, funding opportunities, and support for third sector organisations in the city.
#ThirdSector #News #Edinburgh
Join the City of Edinburgh Council for an online update about Third Sector Support Funding in the city:
Thu 12 Feb, 12.30pm - 1.30pm
If you can't make it along, a recording of the session will also be available.
More info and register: tinyurl.com/4u4u8jmy
Your expertise and insights are needed to refresh Edinburgh’s Community Plan (LOIP 2018-2028).
Be part of a half day consultation to help shape the action needed to deliver the change our communities need most.
Thu 26 Feb, 9.30am:
tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6
We're delighted that so many of you have signed up for our 2026 Meet the Funders event (25 Mar).
At the last count, we had only 2 spaces left, so if you haven't already booked, get on the waiting list as soon as you can.
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Join other third sector organisations to help shape the next phase of Edinburgh’s Community Plan (2018 -2028):
Thu 26 Feb, 9.30am at Norton Park
Your expertise and insights can contribute to meaningful change.
Register: tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6
@esenscot.bsky.social @volunteeredinburgh.org.uk
Working in the third sector usually means being a professional plate-spinner.
We're here to help you and your team with a range of training needs - in-person, online, bite-sized and full days.
Browse our training e-news for ideas and inspiration:
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The latest EVOC E-news is out now: tinyurl.com/4vnp3xj7
Look out for details of a third sector consultation event to support the refresh of Edinburgh's current Community Plan on Thu 26 Feb, 9.30am - 12.30pm
@esenscot.bsky.social
#CommunityPlanning #CommunityNeed
*Job Opportunity*
There's still time to apply to join our team as a part-time Bookkeeper.
We're looking for someone to manage the day-to-day financial operations using the Xero accounting software platform.
Deadline: Tue 27 Jan, 5pm
Apply: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf
Look out for details of a new course or two in the latest edition of our training e-newsletter: tinyurl.com/r98hkdde
- Digital Fundraising for Community Fundraisers
- How to use Canva Like a Pro
#Training #Edinburgh #ThirdSector
Our first EVOC E-news of 2026 is out now: tinyurl.com/3msucmu7
Get this fortnightly newsletter straight to your inbox by signing up here: tinyurl.com/EVOCnewsSignUp
You're invited to EVOC's 156th AGM:
Thu 29 Jan, 4.30pm - 6pm
@ Meadowbank Sports Centre.
Join us for a look back at the highlights and challenges of 2024/25, followed by the chance to network over coffee, tea and biscuits.
Register: tinyurl.com/37a2teu5
#AGM #Networking
We're proud partners of SCVO's the Gathering on 10 & 11 February.
Bookings are now open, and it’s free to attend:
scvo.scot/the-gatherin...
Everyone’s welcome at the #SCVOGathering
*Job Opportunity*
If you're looking for a career move, there is still time to apply to join our team.
We're looking for a Development Worker (p/t) with a passion for equality and New Scots.
Deadline: 12noon, Tue 6 Jan
Find out more and apply: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf
As we step into a brand new year, it’s the perfect time to review your training needs.
Looking to sharpen your existing skills or master something new?
Our first training e-news of 2026 offers some ideas and inspiration: tinyurl.com/2exvmt7p
#Training #Edinburgh
The EVOC Office will be closed from lunchtime on Wednesday, 24 December, through to Monday, 5 January 2026.
We would like to wish you all a wonderful and restful festive season!
#OfficeClosure #FestiveSeason
We're introducing a new course for 2026 designed to help organisations plan for unexpected events that could disrupt services:
Expecting the Unexpected (online)
Thu 12 Mar, 10am - 1pm
Find out more: tinyurl.com/jnn2mj77
#Training #Edinburgh #ThirdSector
Our last e-newsletter before Christmas has just landed: tinyurl.com/bdhw9k9k
You can find a selection of #training, #support #news for the third sector inside.
*Join Our Team*
If you're passionate about equality, human rights and social justice, you might be the perfect match for this role:
Development Worker: New Scots refugee integration, equality, policy + research.
Deadline: Tue 6 Jan, 12noon
Apply now: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf
