Fairer Scotland
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Housing First – Adam’s story
17th July 2019 by fairer-scotland
Adam is a bright, articulate and funny 37 year old man who has been homeless on and off for the past seven years. He is great company and has a warm and caring personality. He has, however, been through a very traumatic time that he still finds difficult to talk about. When asked about his...
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We will not be silent on Female Genital Mutilation
12th July 2019 by Christina McKelvie
A commitment to the people of Scotland that we are taking long term action to change our society and make it a fairer and more equal place to live
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John-Paul’s Story – Teddy Hospital
4th July 2019 by Jack Murray-Dickson
Spending time in hospital can be a scary experience for anyone, regardless of age. John-Paul’s Dad tells us how the Teddy Hospital was used as a really helpful way to explain what was happening to him so could understand and speak about this and be more comfortable in the hospital. John-Paul was born with chronic...
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Craig’s Story
27th June 2019 by Jack Murray-Dickson
Hear about how Craig’s play at The Yard helped build confidence by giving him the encouragement and space to socialise and try new things. Sharon is mum to Craig, aged 11, who attends the Thursday 10-14’s club at The Yard. Craig has been a member of this club since April 2018 and enjoys coming every...
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Historic opportunity to end homelessness in Scotland for good
27th June 2019 by fairer-scotland
Guest blog from Jon Sparkes, Chief Executive, Crisis Twelve months ago, in June 2018, I was working closely with colleagues from the Scottish Government’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Action Group to finalise our report on ending homelessness in Scotland. We had worked intensively from October 2017 to answer 4 questions: How to reduce rough sleeping...
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BALTIC PRIDE
21st June 2019 by Christina McKelvie
Ahead of the 2019 Pride Edinburgh event, I reflect on my recent trip to Lithuania for Baltic Pride.
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Refugees are welcome in Scotland
21st June 2019 by Aileen Campbell
Scotland has a long history of welcoming people of all nationalities and faiths, including those seeking refuge and asylum from war and persecution elsewhere. Over successive generations, refugees have helped make Scotland the strong, successful and diverse country it is today. As Communities Secretary, I have heard from people from across Scotland who have come...
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Reforming gender recognition in Scotland
20th June 2019 by Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP
Today, I announced that I will publish a draft Gender Recognition (Scotland) Bill, which would reform the current process of obtaining a Gender Recognition Certificate. I also made clear that this draft bill will be subject to a full consultation and will be accompanied by an equality impact assessment. I will introduce the legislation only...
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Elena’s story
20th June 2019 by Christian Storstein
Elena’s story shows how Elena’s mum, Leona was able to access financial support through the Family Fund to buy a washer dryer and outdoor play equipment. This helped improve the day-to-day quality of life they as a family were able to experience. Elena is two years old, and lives in Dundee with her family. “Elena...
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Scottish Traveller: Would you hire me?
17th June 2019 by admin
My name is Angel Hendry, I’m 24 and a Scottish Traveller. I’ve experienced several barriers, trials and tribulations growing up as a young Traveller. I first experienced discrimination towards my culture when I was three years old. I was crying in my pram as my mum was pushing me around in a shop. A lady approached and leaned over the pram...
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