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Can you imagine tackling funeral poverty, making chemotherapy more comfortable, and helping people with dementia enjoy the outdoors, all in a day’s work? As the new Digital Project Manager, you won’t need to imagine. lensperspectives.org.uk/work-with-us/d…

Health pros in Dumfries & Galloway face tough times – stretched at work, demand soaring. 😓 But what if we had an online space to tackle these hurdles together? 🌐 Introducing PRISM💡 #HealthInnovation #CommunityConnection #D&G #PRISM rb.gy/i439nt

🌟 Carers in Dumfries & Galloway are facing tough challenges. Balancing work, family, and caregiving leaves little time. 🔄 Imagine an online space for solutions and learning!🚀 Join the @dghscp PRISM Programme: rb.gy/i439nt #CarersSupport #HealthInnovation #PRISM

When describing our process, one thing we often hear is: “it sounds quite competitive… is it a bit like Dragon’s Den?” While Dragon's Den undoubtedly makes great television, the truth is our process is very different. Find out more here: buff.ly/3MTqGBe

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We are recruiting! You’ll develop people and ideas, while also being able to develop yourself. If you are interested in joining as either our Director of Intrapreneurship and Innovation, Lead Developer, or Developer then check out our website. lensperspectives.org.uk/work-with-us/

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Last week, we discussed the importance of community-led action and how it can lead to better outcomes. The Bowmar Borrowers are a great example of this in action. To find out more, check out this case study: buff.ly/3MV15rM

How do you enrich young peoples lives when there's nowhere for them to go? 💭 Sarah, Paula and Kyle developed a life-changing service through their participation in the WM2U Intrapreneurship Programme. Find out about their impact so far: buff.ly/4277d4p

Last week, we shared the news that we've just held our second Investment Day with Clackmannanshire Council and the Family Wellbeing Partnership. To find out more about some of the ideas emerging from the partnership, check out our case studies: buff.ly/45p9ACp

What a rollercoaster of a journey. An emotional day @TheLensCP but a fabulous one. Proud to have been on a journey with @FrasReynolds and Kasia from @AlloaEASN to secure 11K of funding for a weekly ASN family hub full of fab activities.

This past weekend our Leadership Team and Board of Trustees came together to participate in a thought-provoking strategy development day facilitated by Jess Gildener from @TheLensCP. Thank you Jess! #SocialInnovation

So exciting. Children shaping change in their community! Thanks to @TheLensCP for all the support. Also very excited to have this donation matched by @ClacksCouncil Great work @ParkPSClacks @TheatreSAccents @Creative_Voices #voice #changemakers #rights

Chief Executive @ClacksCouncil Nikki Bridle providing the closing remarks to a truly remarkable day-the commitment to families, communities, love & care is immeasurable in @ClacksEducation @ClacksCouncil. Amazing job @TheLensCP @ClacksEducation #ClacksFamilyWellbeingPartnership

What an incredible day it's been, hearing ideas that will make a real difference to the lives of local people. For us, this is what it's all about - working with those closest to the problem to find and develop solutions. A huge congratulations to all involved 🎉 @ClacksCouncil

Cheers, tears, laughter and dreams. @TheLensCP . Truly truly inspiring witnessing at first hand how equity empowerment and collaboration can create such positive change in our communities. @ClacksEducation @FVWLric

Today was the day of our Clacks family well-being partnership investment event Our intrapreneurs have worked tirelessly to develop innovative solutions that will help improve the well-being of #OorWeeCounty. We are more united than ever before🙌 #KeepThePromise @TheLensCP

Woohoo…. ALLOA COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT awarded funding of £15,000 Congratulations 🙌 @TheLensCP

Woohoo…. COMMON NEW GROUND awarded funding of £8,000 Congratulations 🙌 @TheLensCP

Woohoo…. CONNECTING NEW SPACE awarded funding of £7,440 Congratulations 🙌 @TheLensCP