Steven Sweeney

📽️ | Making a commitment to children & young people from #armedforces communities. Steven has recorded a special message to children and young people, having started his new role as CEO of @ForcesChildScot this week. Read more: tinyurl.com/3kemnwnd

📣| @ForcesChildScot appoint Steven Sweeney as Chief Executive Officer. Read more about Steven's thoughts on building a happy, thriving organisation, laser-focused on delivering a mission full of purpose & drive in realising our strategic vision. ➡️ tinyurl.com/3kemnwnd

#GetOnBoard | 💫 Today we open applications for up to four new Board members. We want people who see the value in creating a culture where sport is a way of life and believe in an active Scotland where everyone benefits from sport & physical activity. 📲sportscotland.org.uk/2024-board-rec…

It’s time for our monthly #OrganisationSpotlight 🔦🌈 This year, Lanarkshire Pride CIC hosted the first pride march in South Lanarkshire. They are supporting local LGBTQ+ people every single day - giving a voice to local people and providing vital resources and training.

Storytelling is a great way to showcase the life-changing impact your organisation has. Remember to: ✍️Keep it simple ️✍️Use data ✍️Always get consent ✍️Capture personal stories from service-users More tips here: bit.ly/3Y4O6ck

We’re excited to launch the National Recruitment Campaign to support #VolunteeringForAll! Explore the hub of new and existing resources, top tips, and innovative strategies to boost your volunteer programmes. Learn more: volunteeringactionplan.co.uk/national-recru…

I attended the @VA_SLAN AGM today with my @scottishgreens colleague @krobbGreen It was great to hear about the excellent work being delivered all across South Lanarkshire and to recognise the contribution of 100s of amazing volunteers who make a difference in their communities.

So great to hear from @VA_SLAN and the sectors brilliant work today #keepthebeatalive

We were in Lesmahagow today at @VA_SLAN AGM! Great opportunity to hear updates and network with lots of others working hard in the Third Sector! #KeepTheBeatAlive #vaslan #collaboration #thirdsector

The #KeepTheBeatAlive campaign calls for local and national decision-makers to recognize the value of the third sector, push for smarter funding and meaningfully engage with us. Follow these top tips on how to get involved and show support. keepthebeatalive.org.uk

A great discussion at the CPG for Health Inequalities yesterday at @ScotParl. Thanks to Chair @BrianWhittle, @StevenSweeney85, @VA_SLAN , @ALLIANCEScot & all attendees. Many crucial points raised; including bringing the Third Sector back into the conversation. #VitalHealthSector

❗THIRD SECTOR LOCALITY EVENT❗ Are you a community group in #CamGlen or represent one? Come along this Fri 13 Sept, 10am-12.30pm, to Whitlawburn Community Resource Centre, Cambuslang✨ It's a great opportunity to network & support each other💜 Register👉 ow.ly/GkBB50TlibP

Zoomed into the Cross Party Group for Health Inequalities @ScotParl this evening from my kitchen (much easier commute back home afterwards 😎). Included brilliant @VA_SLAN #KeepTheBeatAlive campaign, championing the third sector - check it out! 👇keepthebeatalive.org.uk ...

... Includes 3 Big Asks - Recognise our value; Be smarter about funding, and Meaningfully engage with us. Yes! Worth checking out their short films too, including this one - amazing charities, you may need a tissue or two ❤️ youtube.com/watch?v=Wm6rPo…

Important discussion tonight at 6pm on The vital role of the third sector in tackling health inequalities at the @ScotParl CPG for Health Inequalities with @BrianWhittle @MistryTej @StevenSweeney85 @VA_SLAN @ALLIANCEScot

Have you received your invite? Our Annual General Meeting is being held on Friday 20th September. We want to encourage all members to RSVP and let us know if you can make it. We can’t wait to see you all there.

🏆Our HEALTH CARE RIGHTS AWARD WINNER is CHANGING OUR WORLD! They are the children and young people’s advisory group for @ChildreninScot and range from ages 8-25. Read more about our outstanding winner Changing Our World 👉 childrenshealthscotland.org/changing-our-w… #MyHealthMyRights #SCHW

We asked Helen Provan at Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre: “What would happen if LRCC were forced to close?” With the ever increasing costs, pressure and demand of delivering essential services - many third sector organisations are having to ask themselves the same thing.

Tomorrow's Programme for Government from the Scottish Government must include urgent action to deliver multi-year funding and progress Fair Funding to support voluntary organisations, their staff and their volunteers, and the people and communities our sector works with. Read SCVO's full briefing: buff.ly/478TpKI

It’s #NationalNonProfitDay. Today, and every other day, we need to celebrate the value of the third sector and work together to ensure they have the resources to not just survive - but thrive. Learn more in the #KeepTheBeatAlive Impact Report: bit.ly/3Ks8b4M 🫀