Shetland Isles
Welcome to the Shetland Isles Network
There are a lot of intergenerational links happening across the Shetland Isles, if you would like to know more about intergenerational work on the Isles you can speak with Denise Nicolson our volunteer coordinator. Denise works closely with Generations Working Together and members from across Shetland to raise awareness of the benefits of intergenerational work. Denise can be contacted on the link below.
The next in person Shetland Isles Network meeting is to be held on Wednesday 15th November from 1.30pm – 3.30pm in the Drama Room, Islesburgh community Centre, King Harald Street, Lerwick.
The are regular Network meetings throughout the year and an agenda will be circulated nearer the time however if you have anything you which to highlight or share at a meeting then please do get in touch.
Events
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Shetland Isles Intergenerational Network
Wednesday 15th November 2023, 1:30am - 3:30am
Latest News
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New Phase of Connecting Scotland announced
7 September 2023
A further phase was recently announced which aims to support Device Lending Libraries and Housing Providers.
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A Human Rights Bill for Scotland
7 September 2023
The Scottish Government has published its consultation on A Human Rights Bill for Scotland.
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Commissioner for Older People: Bill Proposal
6 September 2023
We are collecting members' views on the proposed Commissioner for Older People bill.
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Age friendly Communities
4 September 2023
The Scottish Older People’s Assembly (SOPA) has secured funding to develop this work across Scotland.
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Community Knowledge Fund Research
30 August 2023
GWT carried out participatory research to explore community safety and resilience through an intergenerational lens.
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The Power of One
24 August 2023
More than half of over 50's in Scotland experience loneliness. Two people on every street are lonely and only have their pet or television for company. Linking lives UK offers their power of One resource to help make a difference.