Opinions

Why working together, not against, is key to creating a digitally included society.

In her latest TFN column, our Chief Officer Sara Redmond shares her thoughts on hope being a much needed tool in building change that lasts.

Jane shares a new resource which explores good practice examples of rights-based decision-making.

Dr Hannah Tweed discusses the inclusive communications campaign the ALLIANCE launched in early 2025, and how you can get involved.

Carola, disability and mental health advocate, shares her thoughts on the current state of mental health services in Scotland.

It’s time for an open conversation about the value of community health organisations and how we, as a sector, respond to changing demands.

Sara discusses how truly listening and acting on what we hear is the only way that true and real change can be made.

Reflection is key to making long-term change; but is the recent period of reflection by the government enough to drive this action?

ALLIANCE Chief Officer, Sara Redmond, shares her thoughts and reflections on the recent open letter to the First Minister.

What does the new National Transitions to Adulthood Strategy for Young Disabled People mean for young people with learning disabilities?

Gail Cunningham, a retired GP and Project Manager at LTCH tells us just how much self management has changed her life.

Self Management Network Scotland member Hilda shares self management resources ahead of Self Management Week 2025.

ALLIANCE Chief Officer, Sara Redmond, shares her thoughts on leading courageously in creating long term societal change.

We met inspiring young carers and shared how ALISS can help them to find local support for health, wellbeing and caring needs.

Joanne McCoy on the collaborative process of self management and what she needs to lead in the management of her health.

New approach to services puts person at centre of care.

ALLIANCE Member Danielle tells us what she needs to lead as part of our self management awareness raising campaign for 2025.

Self Management Network Scotland member Caroline Brocklehurst tells us what she needs to take the lead in managing her health.

Mar Sánchez Fernández reflects on the importance of collaboration between the third sector and academia.

Reflecting on key messages from the ACRC Symposium.

Could parkrun make you or your community healthier and happier?

Grace Beaumont looks to the Principles of Self Management as inspiration for this year’s Self Management Week awareness raising activity.

Nan McKay Community Hall is a welcoming space in Pollokshields where community, health, and wellbeing come together.

Louise shares her thoughts on the need for a statutory right to lifelong, independent advocacy.

ALISS is supporting GCHSCP's work to help people live independent lives by connecting them to support in their local community.