Equalities Monthly - May 2026
- May 4
- 8 min read
Updated: May 5
Hello world!
Welcome to the May 2026 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?
Our Fife Equalities Forum was an online event Wed 8 April, sharing updates, opportunities to work together and more.
The Fife Inclusion Network met up at Greener Kirkcaldy on Wed 29 Apr, to look at the past year of the project and what's coming next!
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.
Out and About:
This month Lewis was out and about taking part in refresher training as part of the White Ribbon Scotland initiative! For those that don't know, White Ribbon is an international campaign that focuses on how men can assist in eliminating violence against women.
The training session was very engaging, and focused on strategies such as de-escalation, safe reporting methods and helped raise awareness of the wide range of types of violence against women.
White Ribbon Fife has a steering group that FCE is a part of, it's a great opportunity to get involved with the campaign and make new connections. It's open to organisations and individuals alike who are passionate about helping eliminate violence against women.
If you have any questions or require more information, please contact us at info@centreforequalities.org.uk, phone us on 01592 645310 or text us on 07800 005834.
Fife Inclusion Network:
Fife Inclusion Network (FIN) hosted our April Get-Together on 29th April 2026 at Greener Kirkcaldy, bringing everyone together to reflect on the past year of inclusion network journey.
On the day, FIN team welcomed all of our guests for joining the gathering with some light lunch, tea/coffee. The team presented a talk on the work we have focused on from our core aims over the past year and will continue to strengthen the connections and support for the minority ethnic communities and the wider communities, collaborating with partners organisations, creating more inclusive Get-Together and spaces in Fife. We were delighted to have partner representatives from Cosy Kingdom and Fife Carers Centre who shared a talk about their support and services they offer and provided information to our guests. Clients shared their feedback on their experience so far and what support FIN project could expand on in the 2nd year of the project.
Our next Get-Together will be on 20th May visiting Aberdour Castle, more details will follow on our event page Events | FCE.
Interested in getting involved? Join us and be a member of the Fife Inclusion Network Fife Inclusion Network | FCE Inclusion Network | FCE. You can also 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 May 2026 from 14:00. This will be an online event.
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
FCE Companion Support:
Companion Support Volunteer Project Continues
We are proud to announce that our Companion Support Volunteer Project, funded by the Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, has been renewed for another TWO years! This project will now run until end of March 2028! This means two more years of support from our caring team of volunteers who go above and beyond to support us and our clients.
We’re very excited about the future of this project and new developments will be announced soon, so keep an eye out for more updates.
Volunteers Week
We also have Volunteers Week coming up from 1st- 7th June, and as part of our celebration of our volunteers’ kindness and generosity, we’ll be running our 2nd annual Random Acts of Kindness Month Challenge! All we ask is you to make a pledge to complete at least one random act of kindness this June. Acts of kindness can be anything from holding the door open for someone to making donations, they’re all acts that will make others fand yourself feel good!
So why not join in and make the pledge. You can sign up by scanning the QR code on our poster, clicking on this link: 2nd Annual Kindness Challenge – Fill in form or email me at maria@centreforequalities.org.uk
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.
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:
Deaf Awareness Week 4 May – 10 May: The week encourages greater understanding of British Sign Language (BSL), deaf culture, and the importance of removing barriers to education, employment, and social interaction for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing
Disabled Access Day - 21 May: The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than one billion people with disabilities/impairments.
World MS Day - 30 May: World MS Day is an international awareness day for everyone affected by multiple sclerosis (MS). It brings the global MS community together to share stories, raise awareness and campaign for change.
Click here to visit our Equality Calendar, and add your own event today.
Our Partners' News and Events
Commonwealth Mile (Active Fife):
May is National Walking Month, and Active Fife are delighted to launch this year's walking challenge – The Commonwealth Mile.
The goal is simple: we want as many people as possible in Fife to walk, wheel or cycle at least 1 mile every day throughout May. That's 31 miles over the month - or more if you choose to set yourself a bigger goal.
To find out more about this year's challenge visit Active Fife Walking Challenge Website and sign up by completing the May Walking Challenge form.
If you have any questions or need help registering email PhysicalActivity.Enquiries@fife.gov.uk
Fife Contemporary - Celebrating 20 years:
Fife Contemporary will be marking its 20th anniversary in 2026. This important organisation for the cultural life of Fife and across Scotland is marking this landmark year with a new exhibition, Dear Earth.
Dear Earth runs across a full year, from opening on 21 March 2026 in Kirkcaldy Galleries to closing at St Andrews Museum on 6 March 2027. Fire Contemporary are announcing a satellite programme of events to accompany the exhibition, bringing together artists from across disciplines to respond to the environmental and social themes addressed in Dear Earth.
Africa Day:
Africa Day is an annual global celebration that honours the unity, diversity, and cultural richness of the African continent. This year marks the very first time such an event will be hosted in Fife, and we are excited to bring together families, community leaders, cultural organisations, and friends of Africa for a vibrant and meaningful celebration.
Consultations to look out for
Boundary changes to North Glenrothes and Auchmuty & Woodside Community Council areas:
Fife Council is seeking views on a proposed change to the boundary of the North Glenrothes Community Council area. North Glenrothes Community Council has requested that its boundary be extended to include a section of land that currently sits within the inactive Auchmuty and Woodside Community Council area.
The proposed boundary change will have no impact on school catchment areas, ward boundaries, or polling districts.
The Council is leading this consultation to ensure that residents and stakeholders in the affected community council areas have the opportunity to comment on the proposal. Your feedback will help the Council determine whether the proposed change reflects the views and interests of the community.
Contact: cc.consultation@fife.gov.uk
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Community Learning in Dunfermline - Consultation 2025:
Community learning is all about helping people grow, connect, and thrive through learning opportunities that are local, inclusive, and tailored to your needs. Whether you're looking to build new skills, support your family, or meet others, there’s something here for everyone.
This consultation looks at:
Adult Learning
Family Learning
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
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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