Hello world!
Welcome to the July edition of our Equalities Monthly, we've had another busy month of Get-Togethers, drop-ins, Forum meetings and more! Keep reading to find out more about what we've been up to and what you can get involved with.
We are always on the lookout for new activities and updates to add to our monthly, if you or your organisation has something coming up that you would like us to share, contact us and let us know.
You can also submit events to our new look Equality Calendar!
What have we been up to at FCE?
Throughout June we have been supporting the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership with our Equality and Diversity training programme.
The Fife Equalities Forum came together on Wed 12 June 2024 to discuss the latest updates from equalities organisations from across Fife.
We were in Leuchars on Thu 20 June 2024 joining the “Let’s Share Our Cultures!” event held by Fife Council and the New Scots programme at Fife Voluntary Action.
On Sat 29 June 2024 we were celebrating Fife Pride at Kirkcaldy Town Square!
As always, we have published a range of exciting new events and consultations on our Equality Calendar! Keep posted for more.
Equality Calendar Dates to look out for:
Our Equality Calendar showcases all of the upcoming equalities awareness days, partners events and local consultations! Check out some of the upcoming international days below:
09 Aug 2024 - International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples: In order to raise awareness of the needs of these population groups, 09 Aug was chosen in recognition of the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations held in Geneva in 1982.
12 Aug 2024 - International Youth Day: Recognising the importance of young people in global development, utilising youth innovation to improve planetary health.
19 Aug 2024 - World Humanitarian Day: Mobilising global efforts to take action and reduce global warming and threats to our climates in the future.
31 Aug 2024 - International Day for People of African Descent: A celebration of the enormous contributions of people of African descent to every field of human endeavour.
Click here to visit our Equality Calendar, share your events and see what's on!
What's happening at FCE?
Upcoming Get-Togethers
We've been busy preparing our Get-Togethers for the summer! On Wed, 17 Jul 2024 we will be discussing Interfaith in Fife, community safety and more at our Summer Get-Together.
There will be lots of good discussions, new connections and a symbolic gesture at the Peace Garden in Beveridge Park.
If you would like to learn more, please click here.
In August, we will be celebrating South Asian Heritage Month at our Get-Together! Join us as we celebrate different cultures, swap recipes and stories as well as make new connections and friends.
It's a great opportunity to learn about what's happening in Fife and share any concerns or barriers that you are currently facing. Keep posted as we share updates on the venue and timings!
Come along and join us for a cuppa and a blether - if you're interested in coming, please contact us at at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, calling 01592 645310 or text 07800 005834 so we can account for numbers.
Let's Chat Equality - Fife
Fife Equalities Forum
Equality Calendar
FCE Companion Support
Our Partners' News and Events
Cupar - Ceres Road, Active Travel Link
Fife Council are currently working on creating new links around Cupar, particularly in the Ceres Road area.
The proposed active travel link on Ceres Road will connect nearby communities with Castlehill Primary School. It will also provide a link to the moor path to Ceres.
They are currently looking for feedback on the proposal and suggestions on what could potentially be improved.
CLD & Fife College - Step-in Courses
Fife Climate Festival 2024
Zero Tolerance - Write to End Violence Against Women Awards
Consultations to look out for
North East Fife Area Housing Issues:
Fife Council want your opinion on what the main housing issues are in North East Fife. These could be parking in your street, anti-social behaviour, new build housing, lack of affordable housing, repairs & maintenance, homelessness, rent arrears and condition of estates.
Review of Charity Regulation:
Adult Disability Payment Review: consultation:
Post-School Education and Skills Reform: Consultation on legislation:
Staying Safe and Keeping Connected
The winter season can be especially tough for some. Fife Adult Support and Protection have released their Staying Safe and Keeping Well booklet, which has a wide range of different support available for anyone looking for a little helping hand.
Are you concerned about someone who may be at risk of harm or neglect?
Call the Fife Adult Protection Phone Line on 01383 602200 or in an emergency call 999.
If you have concerns about a child, call Social Work on 03451 55 15 03 or Police 101.
Funding
The National Lottery Community Fund (Scotland) - Cost-of-Living Support Scotland: Closes 21 Aug 2024
Palliative Care Scotland - Small Grants Scheme: Closes 02 Sep 2024
Corra Foundation - Independent Human Rights Fund for Scotland: Closes 04 Sep 2024
Foyle Foundation - Main Grants Scheme: Closes 31 Jan 2025
Get in touch
Do you have any concerns that you would like to share? Or just looking for a chat? Get in touch!
Email us at: info@centreforequalities.org.uk
Call us on: 01592 645310
Text us using: 07800 005834
Or even write to us: New Volunteer House, 16 East Fergus Place, Kirkcaldy KY1 1XT
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