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Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) encourages its staff to give their time and their skills in the community through Employer Supported Volunteering.

• Friday 2 October 2026

Developed with the support of the Orkney Suicide Prevention Task Force, this quarterly newsletter brings together information, resources…

• Thursday 1 October 2026

The fifth annual Scottish Community Link Worker Network Conference was held in Edinburgh last week Bringing together link workers from across Scotland to share learning, hear from keynote speakers…

• Wednesday 30 September 2026

Martyn’s Law is a new UK law that aims to protect people at public venues from terrorist attacks. It is named after Martyn Hett, one of 22 people who died in the Manchester arena attack.

• Wednesday 30 September 2026

From local food banks and youth clubs to community hubs and rescue teams…

• Wednesday 30 September 2026

Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) is looking for a new Chair to lead our Board of Directors.

• Wednesday 30 September 2026

The new National Islands Plan was published in February 2026. It responds to feedback provided by island communities directly to the Scottish Government via the consultation process…

• Tuesday 29 September 2026

The Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) has launched the new OSCR Finder search tool on their website to help you find the information you need more quickly and easily.

• Tuesday 29 September 2026

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has launched 'Data Protection Essentials' a free, online training programme designed specifically for charities and community organisations.

• Tuesday 29 September 2026

Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) provides practical, affordable finance services specifically for charities and voluntary organisations, helping trustees…

• Tuesday 29 September 2026

The Youth Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) is in its eleventh year in Orkney’s secondary schools.

• Tuesday 29 September 2026

Charity Digital recently launched a free course to help Scottish charities become digitally inclusive.

• Wednesday 16 September 2026