Equalities Monthly - August 2025!
- Aug 4
- 7 min read
Hello world!
Welcome to the August 2025 release of our Equalities Monthly newsletter!
We've got lots of exciting updates to share with you all, from our new project announcements to all the latest partners news and consultations, have a read and find out more.
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?
The Fife Equalities Forum came together on Wed 9 Jul 2025 to discuss the latest equalities goings-on and partners' updates.
The Fife Common Grounds Network held their annual Summer Gathering on Wed 16 July, a special thank you to Greener Kirkcaldy for hosting us!
As always, we have published a range of exciting new events and consultations on our Equality Calendar! Keep posted for more.
What's happening at FCE?
Let's Chat - Equality in Fife:
What are your experiences of living in Fife? Do you feel that you are able to get the support or advice you need?
Our Let's Chat service hopes to learn more about your views on services across Fife, what is working well about them and what may need extra improvements.
We'd love to chat with you! You can provide feedback using the form below, meeting us for a one-to-one interview or we can visit your group or organisation! Let us know what works best for you:
Looking to learn more? Let us know by getting in touch with us at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, calling 01592 645310, text on 07800 005834 or write to us at Fife Centre for Equalities, New Volunteer House, 16 East Fergus Place, Kirkcaldy KY1 1XT.
Fife Inclusion Network:
We are excited to announce that our next Get-Together will be on the road! We will be heading to St. Andrews Cathedral for a day trip with other clients and service users on Tue 12 Aug from 11:00 to 16:30.
We will be arranging a coach for those looking to come along, please let us know if you would like to attend so we can manage the numbers.
Our get-together is a fantastic opportunity to meet each other and continue strengthening inclusion across Fife, and having a chat about getting involved in developing the FIN network steering group and help in planning and give ideas for future get-togethers.
Interested in getting involved? Contact us using info@centreforequalities.org.uk, call 01592 645310 or text 07800 005834.
Fife Equalities Forum:
The next Fife Equalities Forum will be taking place on Wed 13 Aug 2025 from 14:00!
The Forum is a great opportunity to learn more about the different groups and organisations working in Fife, the barriers they are facing and how we can work together to improve things for everyone.
Interested in attending? Get in touch. Contact us at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, calling 01592 645310, text on 07800 005834
Fife Common Grounds Network:
The Fife Common Grounds Network is always on the lookout for new members, if you are interested in religion and belief, humanity and community integration, it might be the group for you!
The network is open to those with a religion or belief, as well as those who may not necessarily follow a specific belief but are looking to connect with others.
If there is a specific topic you would be interested in exploring or discussing, please feedback on the page below:
If there are any inputs you would like to share, please contact us at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, calling 01592 645310, text on 07800 005834
FCE Companion Support:
The Companion Support Project was created to build a network of volunteers who are passionate about reducing social isolation, connecting people and groups and making Fife a fairer place for all.
Funded by the Fife Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, our Companion Support (CS), volunteers work in a group setting to empower others, and encourage them to make new connections and friendships.
It is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and learn valuable new skills.
If you'd be interested in volunteering with us, please contact maria@centreforequalities.org.uk, call us on 01592 645310 or text 07800 005834.
Joining our Board:
We are recruiting suitably skilled people to join the Board to help deliver our vision and mission.
If you are passionate about equality, diversity, inclusion, and social justice, then this could be the volunteering role you’ve been looking for.
Applicants should have a passion and commitment to build a collective voice to champion equality, diversity, inclusion and social justice, along with the ability to provide strong governance and direction to ensure the delivery of our objectives.
These Trustee positions are voluntary, however, out-of-pocket expenses will be met.
For more information, please contact Elric Honoré, Chief Executive, elric@centreforequalities.org.uk or 01592 645 310.
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 Charity - 05 Sep 2024: The International Day of Charity was established with the objective of sensitizing and mobilizing people, NGOs, and stakeholders all around the world to to help others through volunteer and philanthropic activities.
Suicide Prevention Awareness Day - 10 Sep 2024: Every year, organisations and communities around the world come together to raise awareness of how we can create a world where fewer people die by suicide.
Youth Mental Health Day - 19 Sep 2024: Raising awareness of the services and support available to help young people who are struggling with their mental health.
International Day of Sign Languages - 23 Sep 2024: The International Day of Sign Languages is a unique opportunity to support and protect the linguistic identity and cultural diversity of all deaf people and other sign language users.
Click here to visit our Equality Calendar, and add your own event today.
Our Partners' News and Events
Rainbow Run Glenrothes 2025:
It's back! The third annual Rainbow Run is the most vibrant, family-friendly event of the year.
It's your chance to dash through a kaleidoscope of colour and make this autumn bright. Celebrate health and happiness as you run, walk, or dance your way through the course, getting coated in all the colours of the rainbow.
Imagine the joy of being surrounded by friends and family, all while being splashed with vibrant hues.
It's not just a fun run - it's a colourful celebration of life and togetherness.
Fundraise for the charity or choose one of your own.
The event is perfect for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to spend the day. It's a great opportunity to get exercise and create unforgettable memories.
Volunteer Managers‘ Forum:
From FVA:
Our Volunteer Managers' Forums are open to anyone who works or volunteers in Fife and who is involved in the recruitment and/or management/supervision of volunteers.
The forum will give you the chance to meet other Volunteer Managers, share ideas and approaches to various issues that are important now within the volunteering sector.
The biggest benefit of this meeting, and the one that participants speak most highly of, is the chance to meet and learn from each other. There will be time to have open discussions, build connections, share ideas and hear from our speaker.
This forum will focus on Microvolunteering and different volunteering models. We will hear from Vivienne McNiven, Volunteer Development Lead at Age Scotland and Macmillan Cancer Support about how they have made use of microvolunteering.
We will also explore Employer Supported Volunteering (ESV) and the importance of considering alternative models of volunteer engagement.
Equal Voice: Young People's Summer Group Activities:
Equal Voice is running summer activities for young adults with additional support needs between the ages of 16 and 24.
Group Games will take place in Kirkcaldy on 07 August 2025.
Consultations to look out for
Short Term Let Control Areas:
From Fife Council: Fife Council are seeking your views on short-term lets and the principle of designating short-term let control area(s) in Fife.
Your responses will help to inform the decision on the principle of designating any short-term let control area(s) in Fife. For more information, click here.
Fife's Local Dementia Action Plan:
From Fife Council:
"To help shape the local Dementia Action Plan for Fife, we want to hear from people who use dementia services, their families and carers, and members of the public to help us ensure that our approach reflects local needs and priorities, builds on existing strengths in dementia care and support and addresses gaps and challenges which are unique to Fife."
Scottish Fire & Rescue Service - Service Delivery Review (SDR) Consultation:
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is currently undertaking a Service Delivery Review (SDR): a comprehensive assessment of how SFRS delivers on its core duty to keep Scotland’s communities safe.
Needing assistance when running a consultation, or finding it difficult to take part? Contact us and help make Fife more accessible at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, calling 01592 645310, text on 07800 005834.
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!
Let's Chat Equality - Fife: Let's Chat: Equality in Fife | FCE
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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