Equalities Monthly - May 2025!
- May 6
- 11 min read
Hello world!
Welcome to the May 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?
On Mon 28 Apr 2025 we were joined by partners and members as we launched our Fife Inclusion Network project!
The Fife Equalities Forum came together on Wed 09 Apr 2025 to discuss the latest equalities goings-on and partners' updates.
We have continued interviewing and visiting groups as part of our Let's Chat Equality - Fife programme!
The Fife Common Grounds Network have been preparing a number of planning and design sessions as part of the Beveridge Park Peace garden Restoration!
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 do you think is special about Fife? Let us know.
Our Let's Chat Equality initiative aims to learn more about what is working for you, and what you'd like to see more of within your communities.
We will share your feedback with services in Fife to improve access for everyone.
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:
Let's Chat Equality - Fife: Ongoing Survey
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
Fife Equalities Forum
Fife Common Grounds Network
FCE Companion Support
Introducing our Monthly Wellbeing Challenges. Small changes, big difference.
We’re excited to launch a series of monthly challenges focused on supporting positive mental health and personal wellbeing, all designed to be simple, meaningful, and suitable for everyone to take part in.
These challenges are spread out across the year and each one has a different focus, from kindness and mindfulness to self-care and creativity. The aim is to offer small, achievable actions that help us feel more connected, calm, and uplifted in everyday life, all while helping improve our mental health and wellbeing.
We’re kicking things off in June with our first challenge:
30 Days of Kindness.
As June starts with Volunteers Week, we thought it would be nice to focus on kindness and supporting others. Each day in June, we’re inviting you to do one small act of kindness: a compliment, a helping hand, or simply a kind message. It’s a lovely way to brighten someone’s day (and your own).
From there, we’ll be launching a new challenge every couple of months, each one tailored to the time of year. From spending mindful time outdoors, to daily self-care moments during busy periods, to trying something new in spring, there’s something for everyone.
Keep an eye on our newsletter and social channels for the latest updates. And if you know someone who could use a little lift, feel free to share it with them too.
You can join every challenge or dip in occasionally, take part in whatever way suits you best.
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
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:
World Press Freedom Day - 03 May: Recognising the importance of a free press and protecting that right, this year is focused on looking at how AI can impact publications.
International Day of Families - 15 May: Raising awareness of the importance of families, the theme for 2025 is aimed at sustainability and long-term social development.
International Day of Living Together in Peace - 16 May: Living together in peace is all about accepting differences and having the ability to listen to, recognize, respect and appreciate others, as well as living in a peaceful and united way.
World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development - 21 May: A global effort to combat the stereotypes faced by those with down syndrome, as well as bringing attention to the wide range of support available.
Click here to visit our Equality Calendar, and add your own event today.
Our Partners' News and Events
Fife International Forum - We are Hiring!
Fife International Forum are currently looking for a number of exciting new positions!
They are currently looking to recruit for the following positions:
These roles are a great opportunity for anyone passionate about working with communities, developing new skills and supporting others across Fife.
Closing date for applications is 23 May 2025. For more information, please click here.
Fife Afro-Caribbean Network - Curios Conversations:
Valleyfield Open Day:
Afro-Caribbean Festival Fife 2025
Fife Contemporary - Hag Exhibition:
Consultations to look out for
Fife Community Council Consultation:
Fife Council are currently looking for your views on the Scheme for the Establishment of Community Councils in Fife, (the Scheme). The Scheme sets out how community councils in Fife are formed; the conditions under which they can operate, and the minimum standards to be met for recognition as a community council. Closes 16 May 2025.
Woodend Park, Cardenden - Play Area:
Health: Long Term Conditions:
Housing (Scotland) Bill:
Women's Survey 2025
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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