Fife Centre for Equalities are excited to announce that we will be continuing our partnership with SKY (Dunfermline) as part of the Scottish Government’s Women Returners project! The Women Returners Project aims to ensure that marginalised women are not further disadvantaged in the labour market as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We will be … Continue reading Fife Women’s Tent – Women Returners at Sky Dunfermline
Fife Women’s Tent – Art Competition
October was the month of art in the Fife Women's Tent! Members shared their own paintings, doodles, sculptures and more.
16 Days of Activism on Violence Against Women Fife 2020
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign to challenge violence against women and girls. The campaign starts on the 25 November 2020, which is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and will be running until 10 December 2020 – Human Rights Day. Local services such as Fife … Continue reading 16 Days of Activism on Violence Against Women Fife 2020
Equality News Update: Fife Today: New Fife project launches cultural food parcels
Reported by Scottish Government News – the news we share raises awareness of equality issues being reported in the media. In case you missed it, as part of our Minority Ethnic 60+ Project – we’re creating cultural food parcels that are available to members of the project. We’re trying to reach as many minority ethnic … Continue reading Equality News Update: Fife Today: New Fife project launches cultural food parcels
Black History Month – October 2020
Black History Month in Scotland is an opportunity for us to celebrate African, Caribbean and Asian people and the massive contributions they have made throughout Scottish history, as well as bringing to light the inspiring stories and individuals that are often left out of the history books. This month is also an opportunity for us … Continue reading Black History Month – October 2020
Social Change through Collective Action by Damian Hoggan-Radu
We all like to listen to stories, versions of the same story, or different types of stories, but what’s important is that the narrative of a story has a powerful effect on us as people. We also like to tell stories, especially about things that happened to us. In fact, this is how we communicate on a daily basis, when we catch up with friends and family, we exchange stories. And the narrative of an event becomes even more important when we experience a negative incident. In narrating that incident, we allow others to empathize with us, but the narration also allows us to better process the facts and the emotional implications.
Equality News Update: New Job Roles for Fife Centre for Equalities Staff Team
We are delighted to announce that the Trustees of Fife Centre for Equalities have approved a new staffing structure for the organisation. From 01 August 2020, all existing and future staff will follow the new structure accordingly. Lee Ryan, Chair of Fife Centre for Equalities, said: “The Board of Trustees considers that the review of FCE’s structure, with … Continue reading Equality News Update: New Job Roles for Fife Centre for Equalities Staff Team
POLICE SCOTLAND – MESSAGE TO COMMUNITIES
Police Scotland is committed to keeping people safe and protecting all our communities. We understand that daily life adhering to coronavirus (COVID-19 guidelines continues to be challenging for everyone.
ONE YEAR TO APPLY FOR SETTLED STATUS: FIFE MSP ENCOURAGES EU CITIZENS TO STAY
Mid Fife and Glenrothes MSP, Jenny Gilruth, has written an open letter to EU citizens in her constituency to encourage them to apply for settled status before next year’s 30 June deadline. EU Citizens living in the UK have to apply for settled status as part of the UK Government’s post-Brexit registration system. Jenny is … Continue reading ONE YEAR TO APPLY FOR SETTLED STATUS: FIFE MSP ENCOURAGES EU CITIZENS TO STAY
FCE Mask Design Competition!
As we move into Phases 1 and 2 out of lockdown, masks are becoming more and more important in the “new normal”. FCE needs your help to create a design to put on a facemask. Don’t worry! Entries from all ages and abilities are welcome. You can submit your entries via: Email: info@centreforequalities.org.uk Facebook … Continue reading FCE Mask Design Competition!
Equality News Update: Nina’s Personal Thoughts on Black Lives Matter and Racial Equality
I have been listening and sharing stories of how ‘Black Lives Matter’ affecting us individually. Revisiting our own experiences of racism is draining and tiring. I salute the people who speak up and share their stories
POLICE SCOTLAND – MESSAGE TO COMMUNITIES
Message from Assistant Chief Constable Gary Ritchie – 22nd May 2020 Police Scotland continue to urge victims and witnesses of hate crime to report it during the COVID-19 pandemic. We understand the impact this type of incident can have on individuals, their families, friends and the wider community. Police Scotland is fully committed to keeping … Continue reading POLICE SCOTLAND – MESSAGE TO COMMUNITIES
Kindness in Lockdown Video Campaign
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2020, we’ve launched a wee competition to encourage people to be kind during the lockdown. Share with us a two-minute video of your community activity which demonstrates inclusion and kindness. In return, we will send you a little gift! Send your clips to us via: Email: info@centreforequalities.org.uk Facebook: Facebook.com/fifecentreforequalities Twitter: Twitter.com/FCE_Team … Continue reading Kindness in Lockdown Video Campaign
Equality News Update: The Courier: Fife public urged to stand up to hate after increase in abuse against key workers
Fife’s key workers have reported increasing racial abuse and vandalism since the start of the coronavirus lockdown.
Equality Cats: Lockdown Edition!
The Equality Cats have had to stop their tour of Fife because of the lockdown, but that's not stopping them from having fun! They've been keeping themselves busy with lots of different activities, from learning an instrument to a spot of gardening. A big thank you to Axelle (https://portfolio.axlcreations.co.uk/portfolio/) for capturing the Equality Cats in … Continue reading Equality Cats: Lockdown Edition!