Anna has experience within a variety of third sector roles, including legal advice work, programme development and stakeholder collaboration.
Having understood the importance of third sector services being built on an empathic understanding of what people need, Anna is currently studying a MSc in Social Policy, with a focus on participatory research methods.
Anna hopes to use her knowledge of data collection methods to collaborate with charities and create person-centred services that help to build a more equal society.
Outside of work, Anna can be found painting, running, and slowly working her way through Edinburgh’s food scene with friends.
33 third sector organisations across Scotland are to be funded through Support in the Right Direction (SiRD), to provide independent support, information, advice and advocacy to people using social care and their carers. Starting on 1 April 2024, funded services will receive a share of up to £9.2 million funding from Scottish Government across three
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“Just because you are disabled don’t be afraid to chase your dreams. Go out and show the world you’re a fighter, fight for a job and fight for your rights. A disability won’t stop me, and I have a voice and I will let it be heard.” – Derek, Our Future Leaders graduate 2024 Derek
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A fund to support survivors of childhood abuse is now open for applications from third sector organisations. The new phase of the Scottish Government’s Survivors of Childhood Abuse Support (SOCAS) fund will invest in services supporting adults affected by childhood abuse, so they can enjoy a safe and healthy life, with improved wellbeing. The purpose
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