SpeakOut

Speak Out aims to help people with learning disabilities and their carers speak up for themselves. If you or someone you know in South Lanarkshire would benefit from our support: contact our office on 01698283228. #SpeakOutAdvocacy twitter.com/SG_CarersPolic…

A reminder of our review of advocacy planning across Scotland. It shows planning & provision of advocacy services across Scotland is progressing, but finds issues with planning, budgets & staffing. Read more here: bit.ly/413an9k

If you are an unpaid carer in Scotland, you have the right to request an Adult Carer Support Plan. An Adult Carer Support Plan can help to identify and address a range of additional support you may need with your caring role. tinyurl.com/tsycy5ru

In case you missed @itvnews item last night looking at the critical shortage in care workers in the UK which is pushing parents of children with disabilities out of work and into poverty. itv.com/news/2023-05-1…

Access to independent advocacy varies in different parts of Scotland. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ▫️ SIAA works towards widening access to independent advocacy in Scotland. ▫️ Speak to your local independent advocacy organisation to find out how they could support you bit.ly/3NMTJ6C

The @scotgov are looking for disabled people to advise them about their new Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill. Apply to be involved by visiting: gov.scot/publications/l…. New deadline is 19th January. You will get paid for your time.

1. This time last week we were hosting our hybrid #ThisisMe22 workshop with a fantastic group discussing #stigma, discrimination & what needs to change to make Scotland more #inclusive for people with #learningdisabilities

Kids eat at ASDA £1 until end of year. No adult spend required.

Well done, Lucy! Congratulations for the award!

Wonderful photo! Thank you for sharing, @Baird2G! And many congratulations on your successful application! #wellbeingfund

Just about to present on Our Future Leaders at the Leadership Exchange in Dublin today #IIMLEURO2022. @AnneRabbitte calling for "nothing about us, without us" putting disabilities on the Human Rights agenda. Tough act to follow! But Sandy Stark @SCLDNews and myself will try :)

Cuts to our #PublicServices hit the poorest hardest. We need to #TurnTheTide on public funding, and use progressive taxes to increase investment in services that help #ChallengePoverty. Learn more here: challengepoverty.net/wp-content/upl…

On Friday 14 October, @GDA__online are hosting a hate crime 101 session with @GlasgowCC as part of #NationalHateCrimeAwarenessWeek. Hear from @PoliceScotland about how to report a hate crime, and learn what happens next. Join us online for free: eventbrite.co.uk/e/428454377577

#BefriendingWeek, 1-7 November 2022 is even more special as we celebrate 10 years of Befriending Week! It is a chance to celebrate and raise awareness about everything #BefriendingIs and we are delighted to have you join us! befriending.co.uk/trai.../befrie…

📢 Advocacy has two main themes: ▫️ Speaking up for and with people who are not being heard, helping them to express their views and make their own decisions and contributions ▫️ Safeguarding individuals who are at risk 🔍Find an advocate: siaa.org.uk/find-an-advoca…

SIAA has produced a document to provide guidance for advocacy organisations and advocates delivering independent advocacy to families at risk. You can find it on our website 👇 siaa.org.uk/information-hu…

❓Why is independent advocacy important? 📢 Advocacy: ✅ Safeguards people who are vulnerable and discriminated against or whom services find difficult to serve ✅ Empowers people who need a stronger voice by enabling them to express their own needs and make their own decisions

We hope you enjoyed "Walking Way Us" last week from Blairbeth to Overtoun Park - we certainly did! Join us tomorrow (Wed 17 Aug) at 11am for a walk from West and Wardlawhill Church through Malls Mire. Kid, buggy and dog friendly!🚶 Book here ➡️ ow.ly/k7Cs50KkFaj

Powerful and disruptive conversations are the order of the day at the @ScotParl #CrossPartyGroup on Learning Disability #HumanRights #SelfAdvocates #LDANBill #NCS #Commissioner @PFOKane @ENABLEScotland @SCLDNews @DSScotland

.@GDA__online members now examining content of the Bill and concerns raised: "Will transitions of care responsibilities impact on our care?"; "We'll need access to independent advocacy to help access support"; "A reformed national complaints service is needed" #Accountability

❓How does the independent advocate work? The independent advocate will: ▫️ Take time to get to know the person and significant others in their lives, where appropriate ▫️ Ensure the person’s rights are upheld and promote a person-centred approach ▫️ Advocate for the person