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Who Cares? Scotland supports care experienced people to have their voice heard and we make that happen in a number of ways.
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Final Reflections from Louise
As Louise steps down as Chief Executive of Who Cares? Scotland after five years, we asked her to look back on her time leading the organisation and share what has stayed with her.
Meet our new Chair of the Board – Michael Stewart!
We sat down with our new Chair of the Board Michael to learn all about him, his experiences and his plans for the role!
Running for Who Cares? Scotland: Jeremy Dusts Off His Trainers After 40 Years
Jeremy, shares his journey back to distance running and tells us why he was determined to complete a half marathon to raise money for Who Cares? Scotland.
Walking with Love: Catching Up with Kirsty McNeill MP After Her 23-Mile Kiltwalk
After completing the 23-mile walk to Loch Lomond, we caught up with Kirsty McNeill to hear about her experience and fundraising efforts. Having already raised nearly £2,000 for Who Cares? Scotland, Kirsty shared why supporting Care Experienced people is so important to her.
Escaping the Bombers: The Experience of Children Evacuated during WW2 in Scotland
As part of Care Experienced History Month, Andrew Kendrick, Emeritus Professor at the University of Strathclyde, explores the experience of care for children evacuated during WW2 in Scotland.
Louise: Why It’s Time to Take Action on Advocacy
Our Chief Executive Louise, shares her thoughts on the need for a statutory right to lifelong, independent advocacy and why she is determined to see this right included in the Promise Bill. With Scotland at a pivotal moment in delivering the Promise, Louise and Who Cares? Scotland are calling for action on advocacy to turn commitments into reality.
Belonging by Alastair McIver
Member, Alastair McIver, describes his experience speaking at the 2024 Love Rally and the difference between ‘fitting in’ and true belonging. First published in the Winter 24 issue of SpeakOut.
Spotlight on Heather, Volunteer and Superstar Fundraiser
Heather decided to make her 30th birthday party a fundraiser for Who Cares? Scotland, raising vital funds for the groups she supports.
Carmel’s Christmas Story
Our Board Chair, Carmel Jacob, shares her Christmas story and tells us why she’s determined to swim 26 miles this December to raise money for Who Cares? Scotland’s Care Family Christmas.
Education, Children and Young People Committee: You Said, They Did.
Since a meeting in March 2024 the members of the Education, Children and Young People Committee have been using it to influence decisions and discuss The Promise.
Who Cares? Scotland Publishes Finance Issue Paper
The second in our series of issue papers. This paper focuses on the most commonly raised issues for 16+ Care Experienced people contacting us for advocacy.
The 2024 Gala for Love
Held in August at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow, the Gala for Love raised £22,906 for Who Cares? Scotland, thanks to the generosity of our guests and sponsors. Alison Nicholson, Golden Jubilee Trust Partner, reflects on her experience helping to deliver the event.
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We are recruiting for our next Chief Executive! The post holder will be a leader who can connect, influence, and build strong relationships at all levels. You will be confident in asserting the views and interests of our membership to policymakers, while remaining approachable and receptive to their perspectives. Your leadership will respect and amplify the voice of lived experience, taking a trauma-informed approach in all decision-making. You will bring proven experience in strategic thinking, financial planning, staff development, and managing budgets and relationships within a high-pressure, politically sensitive environment, while building strong partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Want to help build connection and belonging for Care Experienced young people in Paisley and provide them an opportunity to develop new skills and hobbies?
The Evidence and Impact Officer will play an important role in our Evidence & Impact team, supporting the organisation to evaluate its activities, demonstrate the impact they make, and continually learn from our work. As a key part of the Evidence and Impact team, the postholder will help to ensure we have the strong evidence and funding base needed to positively grow the organisation and work towards achieving our vision for Care Experienced people.
The Kiltwalk is a unique Scottish charity event, which brings together walkers of all ages and abilities for an unforgettable fun day. Join us for this year’s Glasgow Kiltwalk.
Come and be part of Scotland's BIGGEST running festival and run a 5k or a 10k to raise money for Scotland's Care Experienced community.
Come and be part of Scotland's BIGGEST running festival and run a marathon to raise money for Scotland's Care Experienced community.
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