Tag: Advice and information in Edinburgh

The main objectives of ELREC are: to work towards the elimination of discrimination in all its forms-to reduce inequality and promote a culture of human rights-to promote good relations between persons of protected characteristics without distinction on grounds of race, gender, gender identity, marital status/civil partnerships, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion and pregnancy and maternity. to promote and organise cooperation Read more…

Intercultural youth Scotland is a grassroots, youth-led charity in Scotland. We are the leading organisation to deliver evidence of meaningful and genuine engagement and impact for Black, Indigenous and People of Colour Young Scots (BIPOC) in Scotland. We leading in Youth Anti-Racist Activism and Anti-Racist education in Scotland and services. We deliver crucial, effective and culturally appropriate youth provision for Read more…

Syrian Futures is led by a Syrian member of staff at the University of Edinburgh to help Syrian Refugees access higher education and employment. Through the project, we create opportunities to engage the Syrian community with the University of Edinburgh students and facilities to improve their experience living in Edinburgh. We work together to identify opportunities to improve their skills, Read more…

Waverley Care works to make a positive difference in the lives of people living with or affected by HIV and Hepatitis C in Scotland. Read more…

We welcome newcomers, build community and learn together. We do this by supporting newcomers to learn English, find jobs and access local services; offering opportunities for friendship, creativity, health and well-being in Edinburgh; connecting locals and newcomers through social and cultural exchange; collaborating with others to share knowledge and influence positive change. Read more…

Skills Development Scotland (SDS) delivers careers, information, advice and guidance. Read more…

Scottish Faiths Action for Refugees is a project which seeks to co-ordinate and promote action by faith communities in Scotland to support asylum seekers and refugees. In Edinburgh, we lead a local integration project for refugees and people seeking asylum. Read more…

We are a social work organisation that believes in early intervention. This means working with children and families before problems/issues become entrenched. We work to support children and parents dealing with important transition points – this can be the birth of a child, the move into primary school or the move to Edinburgh for families who are new migrants. We Read more…

LINKnet Mentoring Ltd is the first and the only direct mentoring organisation that is established to serve minority ethnic communities in Edinburgh, the Lothians, Scottish Borders and Fife. It was established in 2000 to serve disadvantaged ethnic minorities in their pursuit of development. Over the years, thousands have taken part in various mentoring programmes, education and employment mentoring being the Read more…

KWISA (Kenyan Women in Scotland Association) was established for the development and empowerment of African women and their families so that they achieve their full potential in the community and society in Scotland, UK and the rest of Africa. Read more…

Home-Start volunteers help families with young children deal with whatever life throws at them. We support parents as they learn to cope, improve their confidence and build better lives for their children. Home-Start delivers the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) approach and is ideally placed to help the Scottish Government and others build stronger communities and brighter futures Read more…

The Edinburgh Remakery is a social enterprise and a community repair and reuse hub. Our mission is to make repair education accessible and inclusive, to build a stronger, waste-free community, and support vulnerable people within our city. We refurbish second-hand furniture and IT equipment, rescuing them from becoming waste and giving them a new lease of life. We run regular Read more…

Our ESOL courses are for people whose first language is not English. They teach language skills to live, work and study in the UK. Community-based ESOL courses allow you to study part-time during the days or evenings. This means you can fit studies around work and children’s school times. We will assess your level of English to find the right Read more…