Equalities Monthly - October 2025!
- Oct 6
- 6 min read
Hello world!
Welcome to the October 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 10 Sep 2025 to discuss the latest equalities goings-on and partners' updates.
The Common Grounds Network has been working on developing the designs for the Beveridge Park Peace Garden.
On Wed 24 Sep 2025 our Fife Inclusion Network members came together to discuss minority families in Glenrothes.
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:
The next FIN Get-Together will be on Wed 12 Nov 2025, from 10:00 to 14:00, we will be discussing the barriers faced by unpaid carers and how they can be supported in the future!
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 12 Nov 2025 from 14:00! This will be an in-person Forum at New Volunteer House, 16 East Fergus Place, Kirkcaldy KY1 1XT.
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 Older Persons - 01 Oct: Recognising the challenges and barriers faced by older people across the globe, as well as their massive contributions in shaping the world as we know it.
International Day of Non Violence - 02 Oct: The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence.
World Mental Health Day - 10 Oct: The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.
International Day of Care and Support - 29 Oct: Raising awareness of the crucial work performed by paid and unpaid carers across the world, and those that they support.
Click here to visit our Equality Calendar, and add your own event today.
Our Partners' News and Events
Fife Climate Milestone Event:
You are invited to attend the Climate Fife Milestone Event, hosted by Fife Council in partnership with Climate Action Fife.
Whether you can stay for 10 minutes or the full afternoon, you’ll have the chance to:
Discover progress on the Climate Fife Strategy and its Big Moves
Explore inspiring climate initiatives from across Fife
Connect with other like-minded people
Glenrothes Volunteer Recruitment Fayre:
From FVA: "Interested in volunteering but not sure where to start? Or maybe you’ve volunteered before and fancy trying something new?
Come along to Fife Voluntary Action’s Volunteer Recruitment Fayre in Glenrothes!
A wide range of local voluntary organisations will be there to chat about their opportunities and help you find something that suits your interests, skills, and schedule."
Fife Carers Centre Peer Support: Tea and Talk:
Join Fife Carers Centre for a special peer support session to mark World Mental Health Day.
Come along for Tea & Talk, a chance to connect with other unpaid carers, share experiences, and explore the benefits of peer support for wellbeing.
Everyone is welcome - come along for a cuppa, conversation, and connection.
Consultations to look out for
Cafe Inc Family Survey 2025:
From Fife Council: "Cafe Inc makes sure that the Kingdom's children and young people (under 18) will have at least one tasty and healthy meal per day, while our nurseries and schools are closed over the holidays.
Please complete this short survey if you have used Cafe Inc during 2025 and let us know what you think about the service." For more information, click here.
Our Place 2025 Survey:
Fife Council are looking to understand how local places in Fife are changing over time, they need your views to ensure that Fife and local community plans reflect what really matters to the people living and working in the area.
Fife's Communities Matter 2025 Evaluation:
From the Fife Community Engagement Network: "Fife's Community Engagement Network is a peer support network of people who deliver community engagement.
We run opportunities for people to learn and share best practice. We are always looking to improve how we do this and to hear about what we're doing that works and that you find valuable."
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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