Reported by The Courier – the news we share raises awareness of equality issues being reported in the media. On the 10th anniversary of MARAC's (multi-agency risk assessment conference) creation, the scale of domestic abuse in Fife is being highlighted. Over the past 10 years, 2,650 victims have been supported by the MARAC process, with … Continue reading Equality News Update: The Courier: Shocking scale of domestic abuse in Fife laid bare as support scheme helps 2,650 victims in its 10 years
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
Equality News Update: Fife Today: Exams hotline will open for calls on Tuesday
Young people will have access to support with their exam results when Skills Development Scotland opens its helpline on Tuesday (August 4).
Equality News Update: BBC News: New safe space for child victims of crime in Scotland
A new centre designed to support child victims and witnesses of crime is to be opened in Scotland.
Equality News Update: The Press and Journal: Grampian Autism Society highlights help available for those on the spectrum struggling with issues posed by coronavirus
NHS Fife has launched a new website to keep patients informed about local health and social care services during the coronavirus pandemic.
Equality News Update: NHS Fife: NHS FIFE LAUNCHES NEW CORONAVIRUS WEBSITE TO KEEP LOCAL PEOPLE INFORMED
NHS Fife has launched a new website to keep patients informed about local health and social care services during the coronavirus pandemic.
Equality News Update: npr: Scotland Poised To Become 1st Country To Make Period Products Free
Scotland is now a big step closer to becoming the first country in the world to make tampons and pads free to anyone who needs them.
Equality News Update: Third Force News: EU citizens need guarantees
The Human Rights Consortium Scotland has produced a series of videos that call for an automatic right to stay for EU nationals residing in Scotland
Equality News Update: Fife Today: How Fifers can help people with dementia
Aged just 56, Gerry King sat alone in his home, staring at the walls, as he thought about how his world had changed.
Equality Pathfinders – Sky Dunfermline working towards Silver level!
Sky Dunfermline is taking on the challenge to improve the diversity of their workforce ensuring their recruitment practices are more inclusive. Sky Dunfermline are currently taking part in the Equality Pathfinder Award Scheme run by Fife Centre for Equalities as part of their move towards becoming a more inclusive business. The team successfully completed their … Continue reading Equality Pathfinders – Sky Dunfermline working towards Silver level!
Equality News Update: Fife Today: Community fridge to launch in Cupar
A new community fridge, aimed at utilising surplus food, is to be launched in Cupar.
Equality News Update: The Courier: School pupils across Scotland to have access to professional counselling services from next year
Secondary school pupils across Tayside and Fife will have access to professional counselling services from September next year.
Equality News Update: Fife Today: £72,000 funding for new Fife anti-poverty group
A new anti-poverty group in Levenmouth has secured funding.
Equality News Update: Third Force News: Legal advice service for abuse survivors expanded
Two new legal surgeries for women who have experienced abuse will open this month.
Equality News Update: Scottish Government News: Supporting equality at work
An £800,000 fund to reduce workplace discrimination and inequality is now open for applications.