Hello world!
Welcome to the November release of our Equalities Monthly newsletter. As usual we will be sharing updates and developments from all of the latest events, consultations and more from across Fife.
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 Equality Calendar!
What have we been up to at FCE?
On Wed 07 Oct 2024, the Fife Equalities Forum came together to discuss their latest organisational updates, barriers and more.
On Sat 12 Oct 2024, we were celebrating the Adam Smith Theatres' 125th Anniversary!
On Tue 22 Oct 2024, we celebrated Black History Month at the Vine Conference Centre alongside, Black and Scot, Africans in Fife, Police Scotland and the Fife Afro-Caribbean Network.
On Wed 30 Oct 2024, we were at the Glen Pavilion in Dunfermline sharing our work and volunteering opportunities as part of Fife Council's Job Fair.
Elric and Katja represented FCE at Know Your Network on Wed 06 Nov 2024!
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:
International Day of Tolerance - 16 Nov: This day aims to promote a global culture of tolerance and understanding between people of different backgrounds, characteristics and nations.
World Children's Day - 20 Nov: Recognising the importance of childhood and development into young adults, World Children's Day is a day to raise awareness of children's rights.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women - 25 Nov: A day of action to prevent and eliminate violence against women worldwide. The theme for this year is #NoExcuse.
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence - 25 Nov to 10 Dec: Following on from the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the 16 Days of Activism is a campaign of events, workshops and movements across the world to take action.
Click here to visit our Equality Calendar, and add your own event today.
What's happening at FCE?
Fife Interfaith and Belief Network - Common Grounds Gathering & Ceilidh!
To celebrate this year's Scottish Interfaith Week, we will be hosting a Common Grounds Gathering and Ceilidh! This event will be taking place on Wed 13 Nov 2024, from 17:30 to 20:00 at New Volunteer House, 16 East Fergus Place, Kirkcaldy KY1 1XT.
Join us for a potluck supper, a warm drink and an opportunity to show off your dancing moves and other talents!
To register for the event, please click here.
If you would like to share your views on how the group should take shape, please click here.
To confirm your attendance, get in touch with us at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, calling 01592 645310, text on 07800 005834.
16 Days of Activism - Book Reading Event with Scottish Authors
FCE's Winter Equalities Fair 2024
Let's Chat Equality - Fife
Fife Equalities Forum
Equality Calendar
FCE Companion Support
Our Companion Support volunteers are crucial in supporting our Get-Togethers and maintaining our relationships with our clients.
If you have an interest in bringing people together, making new connections and reducing social isolation, this may be the opportunity for you!
If you'd be interested in volunteering with us, please contact maria@centreforequalities.org.uk, call us on 01592 645310 or text 07800 005834.
Our Partners' News and Events
Fife BAME Hub Launch
Get ready for an exciting afternoon filled with culture, community, and celebration at the launch of the Fife BAME Hub—an initiative under Adelphe dedicated to connecting communities, celebrating diversity, and empowering voices.
📅 Date: 30th November 2024
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: Pentland Room, Vine Conference Centre, 131 Garvock Hill, Dunfermline, KY11 4JU
🎉 Dress Code: Embrace your culture! Dress up in traditional or cultural attire and show off your heritage.
Fife Care Academy - Recruitment Event
Fife Women's Aid Annual Event 2024
Fife Winter Community Connections Fayre
Consultations to look out for
You Decide Kirkcaldy - Bright Ideas Application:
Do you have an idea for a local project/initiative or event designed to improve and/or benefit communities across the Kirkcaldy area?
If so, we would like to hear from you so we can help make it happen, with funding available for projects ranging from £500 to £15,000.
Through the YOU DECIDE process, individuals and groups can submit their bright ideas for funding and the people of the Kirkcaldy area will decide which projects they’d like to fund at a public voting event or online.
This kind of funding scheme is called Participatory Budgeting and it means local people decide how public funds are used in their area.
The total funding pot is £300,000 across the Kirkcaldy area.
There is a short and simple form to fill out for your idea.
Individuals and groups can apply (you do not need to be a constituted group, as we have a sponsor system)
There will be a final celebration event bringing together all projects.
Project criteria
Safe
Legal
Feasible within the timeframe and budget
Must happen within the Kirkcaldy area and benefit local area residents
Attend the celebration event
For more infomation on the criteria, please visit our website FAQ section at: our.fife.scot/youdecide/kirkcaldyPaton Street Greenspace Consultation:
OnFife Customer Satisfaction Survey
Equality and Human Rights Mainstreaming Strategy:
Palliative Care Matters for All:
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
If you are interested in finding out more about the funding available to your organisation, please make use of the local and national resources below:
Fife Council: Fife Council Funding Portal
Fife Voluntary Action: Funding and Finance
SCVO: Funding Scotland
If you are looking to share funding opportunities that may benefit local community groups and organisations that cover the different protected characteristics, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, calling 01592 645310, text on 07800 005834.
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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