Awareness raising / Community Engagement

Scotland's International Development Alliance is a community of members from all over Scotland committed to creating a fairer world, free from poverty, injustice and environmental threats. We advocate for human rights and climate justice in global policy in Scotland and the UK, engage communities in global citizenship, and support our 156 members through knowledge exchange and training

As one of 24 Scottish Government-funded Climate Action Hubs across the nation, we play a crucial role in supporting local initiatives and empowering residents to take meaningful climate action right here in East Dunbartonshire. We are dedicated to fostering collaboration, providing resources, and driving positive change to address the climate emergency.

Dundee Changemakers is one of the Scottish Government's climate action hubs.

Deaf History Scotland (DHS) is a volunteer-led organisation founded in 2008 that manages the Scottish Deaf Archives as a community archive. DHS is committed to preserving and documenting the history, culture, and activities of deaf individuals and organisations in Scotland as the caretaker of the Scottish Deaf Archive.

FEL is here to help people, their communities and our planet thrive.

Fife Climate Hub empowers community-led action on the climate crisis. We help build the capacity of existing community groups working on climate and deliver stronger collaboration between groups and organisations. We look to reach beyond the climate engaged to grow a diverse network across Fife of people interested in making Fife a better place.

We are part of the network of community climate action hubs across Scotland. We connect, engage and empower communities in Lanarkshire in developing local solutions so that we can all live in low carbon resilient places.

The Ayrshire Climate Hub is part of the Scottish Government’s new national network of Climate Hubs, which are designed to support community climate action on a regional basis. We celebrate and support a range of grassroots community activity across a diverse spectrum of climate action.

East Renfrewshire Climate Action Hub brings together local people, community groups, and organisations to improve wellbeing and help create a climate-ready East Renfrewshire

We deliver the Outer Hebrides Climate Hub, along with climate change aleviation programmes across the Outer Hebrides.

We are a grassroots political lobbying and awareness raising group campaigning for the right to breathe clean air free from pollution from domestic wood burning which harms our health and our planet.

South East Integration Network (SEIN) is a member-led organisation made up of voluntary organisations and community groups. Our members work with local residents from all backgrounds, countries and cultures providing services from advice & advocacy, to musical activities, to family support – and everything in between. We are an anti-racist, intersectional organisation working to create a community free from prejudice and discrimination.

Cove Park is an international residency based on an outstanding 50-acre rural site in Argyll on Scotland’s west coast. Our programme of residencies, commissions, and collaborative projects respond to and promote the diversity of contemporary artistic practice. We support artists, creative practitioners, and researchers to develop and produce ambitious, innovative, and ground-breaking new work for audiences and participants across Scotland and beyond.

Cut Out Club is a series of collage zine-making workshops open to all backgrounds and experience levels, run by crafty duo Iona and Tasch. All workshops have a distinct theme that encourages attendees to reflect and meaningfully create in a collaborative, community environment free from the pressure to make perfect art.

I’m applying as part of the Sustainability Team as the Sustainability Engagement Officer. I’m looking to engage with our community and provide benefits and see if theirs is opportunities for collaboration.

In October 2022 Livingston Community Shed was created from an observation by a lady at The United Parish Church in Carmondean who became concerned that many elderly gentlemen were sitting around in the church café with no social contact or involvement in the community. A meeting was called via a newsletter organised by two charity workers and from this a decision was made to register the group with the International Men’s Shed organisation. Early meetings were held in a small storeroom above the church where a committee of trustees was voted in, and the current Chairman was elected. Since those days 18 months ago when meetings were held in what became known as the little yellow room the Shed has grown into a fully fledged Scottish Charity with a strong membership base of over 20 people. In December of 2022 the shed opened talks with West Lothian Council on the possible community lease of a huge derelict area of garden located on the South side of Carmondean Community Centre where we planned to build a workshop and possibly renovate a derelict farmhouse in the grounds. The negotiations with the council lasted for over a year but eventually in February of 2024 (this year) a 10-year community lease on the land was signed and the shed are now building a workshop and developing a community garden with plans to construct greenhouses and raised beds for growing vegetables to be donated to the church café which provides a free weekly community meal to the residents of nearby Knightsridge. Whilst the negotiations were going on with the council the shed rented a small container located in the grounds of Knightsridge community garden which they have transformed into a fully fledged woodwork shop filled with tools and machinery donated by members of the public and associated Men’s Shed charities. As a result of this workshop the Community Shed has developed the following community services which are all provided free of charge, we only accept donations from those who can manage it. A major highlight of our short but busy life was our winning some tools and garden equipment in the Dobbies Garden centre competition in 2023.

Tummies not trash prevent waste by rescuing food (and some non food items) from local businesses and distribute it to our network of community groups for their benefit.

Uig Development Trust exists for the benefit of the community of Uig, Isle of Lewis. The trust works with individuals, community groups and other trusts to support sustainable community development in a collective and responsible manner. The Trust acts as landlord for Uig Community Shop.

We run an organic small holding on the south end of the Isle of Arran with regenerative agriculture, permaculture and food forest gardens. We offer education and site tours to our local community and visitors to the island. Alongside we run an eco glamping site and offer the same tours etc to guests. In addition to the food growing (mostly soft & top fruit), we use food from site to make food and drinks, offering activities and also sharing processes and knowledge online through social media. Our main specialisation is food forest gardening but we demonstrate many nature based solutions to minimise climate change and protect and enhance biodiversity. We also work with the Permaculture Association Britain (PAB) and Permaculture Scotland and we are an accredited PAB demonstration site (ScotLAND site). Drop us an email if you would like to visit.

Dumfries and Galloway College is a further education institution and a leading voice in green skills development to help tackle climate change. With campuses in Dumfries and Stranraer, we are one of the main employers and providers of learning and training across the South of Scotland, with programmes ranging from senior-phase school partnerships to higher education. We strive to equip all members of our college community with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience they need to get ahead, whether that’s moving further into education or going onto employment. As Scotland moves towards hitting its net zero targets, we recognise the need to ensure our region is equipped to deal with the demands of this transition by providing specialised training and education in sustainable practices and technologies. Our centre offers a comprehensive range of courses designed to equip professionals with the skills and qualifications needed to upgrade domestic homes and commercial settings to meet modern environmental standards. From understanding domestic retrofit to advanced certifications in renewable energy technologies, our courses provide the practical knowledge and expertise required to drive sustainable change.

The Community of Arran Seabed Trust (COAST) is a community-led organisation that has made a huge difference to the conservation and restoration of the seas around Arran and the Clyde for the past 29 years. We stand for a diverse, abundant and beautiful marine environment for everyone.

Pattiesmuir is a training and education provider in sustainability topics, including carbon accounting and management, climate change, circular economy, and net zero.

Climate Ready South East Scotland is the first climate risk and opportunity assessment for the Edinburgh and South East Scotland region.

Castle Douglas Development Forum is a Scottish Incorporated Charitable Trust and the Castle Douglas Anchor and Resilience Organisation. We believe in improving the sustainability of the town and surrounds health, wealth and wellbeing so that everyone can thrive, grow, and innovate. Our volunteers help to run the community-owned Heart of Galloway Visitor Centre, the Castle Douglas Town Charity Shop, and the Stepping Stones Community Larder and food bank. We created a Playpark for All and a Changing Places toilet in Lochside park. We are now investing in an ambitious project to convert the old outdoor activity centre in Lochside park into an exemplar, sustainably constructed, Crannog: a place for everyone to gather, learn and thrive.