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33🫡I love spending time with family&friends ( All View Are My Own I’m A RAPPORTEUR @scldnews.bluesky#IncludeForGood https://www.includeforgood.co.uk (#KEEPITREAL)
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Missing what your customers need? Most dissatisfied customers don’t speak up. Our disabled mystery shoppers help you get it right—improving service for everyone.
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November 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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When it comes to learning about #Inclusivity for people with #LearningDisabilities and #Autism, our training is second to none!

Get in touch to learn more about our courses and register your interest today!

https://loom.ly/eOXzoOg
Our Training is Second to None VIAS offers an extensive range of training courses designed to introduce your organisation to the world of inclusivity. Led by people with lived experience of learning disabilities and autism, we provide bespoke, CPD certified training. From Easy Read Basics, to Autism and Neurodiversity Awareness, we have something for everyone. Get in touch and register your interest for one of our courses today! 0141 212 3395 info@viascotland.org.uk www.viascotland.org.uk Two photos of training being delivered are on the right. The VIAS logo is on the bottom right
October 20, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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The Include For Good Rapporteurs are today meeting with @scott-taylor.bsky.social and @kerryldnurse93.bsky.social . We are looking forward to hearing their ideas on how we might work together at a strategic level. Tune in later for updates. 

#IncludeForGood #Rapporteurs #LearningDisability
October 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Triple E are here to provide supported employment for disabled jobhunters. We also help employers find model employees and create an inclusive environment for people of all abilities. Get in touch and see what we can do for you!

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Supported employment for you Finding employment and supporting disabled employees don’t need to be difficult tasks. Triple E, our supported employment program, is here for you whether you are a disabled job hunter looking for your dream job, or an employer looking for capable candidates for your vacancies. We will help you at all stages of the job hunt, from the interview to learning the skills required. We will also help you create an inclusive environment for your employees by showing where you can improve and where to look for support. Get in touch and see how Triple E can help you today! info@viascotland.org.uk 0141 212 3395 www.viascotland.org.uk Various examples of supported employment is on the left, the triple e logo is on the top right.
October 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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The Include For Good Rapporteurs are looking forward to meeting with Scott Taylor and Kerry Anderson on Tuesday 21st October. Scott and Kerry are Learning Disability Nurse Consultants and co-chairs of the Scottish Learning Disability Lead Nurse Group.
October 15, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Looking forward to joining you next week
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The Include For Good Rapporteurs are looking forward to meeting with Scott Taylor and Kerry Anderson on Tuesday 21st October. Scott and Kerry are Learning Disability Nurse Consultants and co-chairs of the Scottish Learning Disability Lead Nurse Group.
October 15, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Scotland is ready for the fresh start of independence - and today, our party has shown it’s united and determined to deliver it.

Together, we’ll put Scotland’s future where it belongs: firmly in Scotland’s hands. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
October 11, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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Really privileged to meet Sid Khan today - a remarkable Scot who joined the Global Sumud Flotilla in solidarity with the people of Palestine.

His compassion and courage in standing up for peace and justice speak to who we are as a nation. 🇵🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
October 11, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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Soft Skills Are the Hard Currency of Youth Employment

Our Future Now, our 10 year youth employability fund, isn't just about CVs and job applications. It's about investing in the “soft stuff” - and that’s precisely what makes it powerful.

www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
#challengepovertyweek
October 7, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Creative Communities Scotland - Applications now closed!

Thank you to everyone who applied to the Creative Communities Scotland fund.

Our team will now begin reviewing applications, with decisions to be announced at the end of November.

#CreativeCommunities #CreativeCommunitiesScotland
Image shows Creative Communities Scotland logo, with a purple band at the top and bottom of the page. The Scottish Government and Inspiring Scotland logos are both at the bottom. Text on the page reads: "Applications now closed. Decisions will be announced at the end of November 2025. On the right is an image of a person with craft items including paper, tape, coloured pens and scissors.
September 19, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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I have accepted Jamie Hepburn’s resignation from the Scottish Government as Minister for Parliamentary Business.

I thank him for his many years of service across government, his support to me, and his tireless work on behalf of the people of Scotland.
September 19, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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10 years since the Borders Railway reopened - longest in the UK for over a century.

Cheaper travel with no more peak rail fares.

New funding to electrify the Borders, Fife and suburban Glasgow routes - and to buy new, modern trains.

That’s the SNP delivering for Scotland. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
September 6, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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viascotland.bsky.social
Whether you are an employer looking for capable candidates for your vacancies, or a #Disabled jobhunter looking for your dream job, Triple E is here for you! Get in touch and see just what we offer and how we can assist!

https://viascotland.org.uk/project/triple-e/
SUPPORTING EMPLOYER AND JOBHUNTER Triple E, our supported employment program, will help you find the dream job you are looking for if you are 16-67 and are disabled. We also work with employers, providing capable candidates for their vacancies complete with a personal trainer. If you are an employer or a disabled jobhunter, get in touch and see just what Triple E can do for you! 0141 212 3395 info@viascotland.org.uk www.viascotland.org.uk A woman working is on the right side, the VIAS logo is on the top left, the Triple E logo is on the bottom right
September 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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viascotland.bsky.social
#Neurodiversity is a huge spectrum that can be hard to navigate. With our Neurodiversity Awareness training, we will help you understand more about it, the broad range of disabilities, how they affect people, and how to support them!

https://loom.ly/eOXzoOg
Neurodiversity is a huge spectrum. We’ll help you navigate it! Neurodiversity involves many different learning disabilities and affects people in many different ways. It can be hard to understand exactly how they affect people and how to support them. That’s where we come in! Our Neurodiversity Awareness training course will teach you everything you need to know about neurodiversity and how to support different people in your organisation and beyond. Don’t wait to register your interest on this training course today! To discuss your training needs call us today on 0141 212 3395 or email info@viascotland.org.uk The VIAS logo is on the top left. A training course being delivered is on the right
September 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Learn the basics of Easy Read with our Easy Read Basics training course! Learn the golden rules of this #Inclusive form of writing and start creating accessible info for people with #LearningDisabilities and #Autism!

https://loom.ly/eOXzoOg
LEARN THE BASICS OF EASY READ! CPD CERTIFIED Are you sure your audience can understand your written information? For many people with learning disabilities and autism, understanding written info can be difficult. Our Easy Read Basics course will introduce you to everything you need to know about this inclusive way of writing. From the law, to the golden rules, to creating your own Easy Read documents, we’ll show you the ropes and teach you how to create accessible information today. Get in touch and register your interest for our next course! DEVELOP YOUR STAFF CREATE POSITIVE BRAND PERCEPTION BROADEN YOUR CUSTOMER BASE 0141 212 3395 info@viascotland.org.uk A photo of training is on the left, the VIAS logo is in the top right
September 3, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Applications to join our Changing Places Toilets Scotland Fund team as a Performance and Impact Advisor close next Monday (8 September)!
September 3, 2025 at 8:49 AM
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viascotland.bsky.social
Creating #Inclusive information is easier than you think thanks to our Easy Read Basics training course!

With our skilled trainers, you'll learn all about Easy Read, the law, accessible info, and more!

Get in touch and register your interest for our CPD Certified course!
https://loom.ly/eOXzoOg
CREATING INCLUSIVE INFORMATION HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER www.viascotland.org.uk 0141 212 3395 info@viascotland.org.uk The picture shows red and blue bubbles, the middle bubble is yellow and has a photo of an easy read training course inside. The VIAS logo is on the top right.
August 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Led by people with lived experience of #LearningDisabilities and #Autism, our courses range from Easy Read, to Neurodiversity Awareness, to Autism Awareness and much much more!

https://viascotland.org.uk/
"Training was very useful and something that will have a huge impact on my role as a development worker. It has shown me how to put documents as an easy read format relevant to my clients. Thank you!" Our training courses are second to none. Come see what we can offer! www.viascotland.org.uk 0141 212 3395 info@viascotland.org.uk A photo of training is on the right, the VIAS logo is on the bottom right
August 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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viascotland.bsky.social
Our Easy Read Basics training is second to none, but don't take our word for it!

Join the many organisations using Easy Read and embrace #Inclusive information for people with #LearningDisabilities and #Autism! Get in touch and book your place on our course!

https://loom.ly/eOXzoOg
August 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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viascotland.bsky.social
With our first-class training, you will have the skills you need to support #Autistic people in your workplace. Register your interest and start embracing the #Inclusive future today!

https://loom.ly/eOXzoOg
First-Class Training for Autism Awareness Our training courses are second to none when it comes to autism awareness. Featuring the voices of people with lived experience, we will teach you everything you need to know about autism, how it affects people, and how you can embrace inclusivity. Imagine a workplace where all employees are empowered to embrace their full potential. With our training, you will have the tools you need to help autistic employees thrive! REGISTER YOUR INTEREST! Phone: 0141 212 3395 Email: info@viascotland.org.uk The VIAS logo is in the top right corner. The photo on the left shows a training session taking place.
August 4, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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Today marks #SamaritansAwarenessDay, a time where we recognise @samaritans.bsky.social's work to support people going through mental health crises.

If you are struggling with anything at all, do not hesitate to reach out.

https://loom.ly/MVbuybs
July 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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At the July meeting of the Housing and Independent Living Group Olivia Lindsay, Depute CEO at Housing Options Scotland, spoke about how a housing options approach can support people with learning disabilities to have more choice about where they live.

Read more: zurl.co/k7cgo
July 24, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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📚 “Some people with learning disability aren’t challenged, because there’s an expectation we can’t learn.”

Meet Aaron—a student, campaigner, and human rights defender breaking barriers in education.

🧠💬 Read more: zurl.co/qkobU
July 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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viascotland.bsky.social
Transform your organisation's documents with our Easy Read Transcription service. We will help make your information #inclusive for people with learning disabilities and autism. Get in touch and find out more!

https://viascotland.org.uk/easy-read-translation-service/
YOUR INFORMATION MADE EASY Creating accessible information is important to ensure everyone can understand your info, especially people with learning disabilities and autism. We will transcribe your documents into an accessible Easy Read format. Simply send in a document and we will get back to you with a quote. We will help you open your services up to disabled people and ensure you meet your obligations under the Equality Act 2010. CONTACT US 0141 212 3395 An Easy Read example is on the left, the VIAS logo is on the bottom right
July 23, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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viascotland.bsky.social
No matter what you need, VIAS will show you the way to #Inclusivity for people with #LearningDisabilities and #Autism. Get in touch and see what our training courses can do for you!

https://viascotland.org.uk/
WITH YOU AT EVERY STEP OF THE WAY Working with you to become inclusive of people with learning disabilities and autism. Inclusivity can be difficult to successfully implement. For many, it can be hard to understand exactly how to support people with learning disabilities and autism. That’s where our training courses come in handy! Led by people with lived experience of disability, our CPD certified courses are here to teach you anything you wish to know about inclusivity. From the basics of Easy Read, to a better understanding of disabled people, how their disabilities affect them, and the best ways to support them. If you are looking to become inclusive of learning disabilities and autism, get in touch to find out more and register your interest for one of our training courses today! www.viascotland.org.uk info@viascotland.org.uk 0141 212 3395 A picture of training is at top, the VIAS logo against a yellow backdrop is on the top left
July 7, 2025 at 9:13 AM