Keep up to date and read the latest news from VAO and local community groups and charity organisations.

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Volunteers' Week 2026 - Local committee and board volunteering opportunities

Getting involved on a committee is a great way to support a cause that you are passionate about. Becoming a volunteer trustee, director or committee/board member is both rewarding and challenging.

  • CalendarThursday 4 June 2026
New Knowledge Gateway launched by Volunteer Scotland

Volunteer Scotland have launched their new Knowledge Gateway, a central hub designed to support volunteering practice, development, and impact across Scotland.

  • CalendarWednesday 27 May 2026
New free human rights training and resources from THRE

THRE (Third Sector Human Rights and Equalities) have released a new free training course focused on human rights from the international level down to everyday practice.

  • CalendarTuesday 12 May 2026
VAO launches new Easy Read service to improve access to information

Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) is pleased to launch a new Easy Read service to help local groups and organisations make their information more accessible.

  • CalendarThursday 7 May 2026
TFN's Guide to running a charity

Third Force News (TFN) is SCVO's publication for the voluntary sector in Scotland. They publish the free ‘TFN Guide to running a charity or social enterprise’ annually.

  • CalendarThursday 30 April 2026
Survey: Scottish Third Sector Employment Opportunities for Young People

A strong flow of young talent helps organisations stay resilient, innovative, and reflective of the communities they serve.

  • CalendarThursday 30 April 2026
AI and everything else: essential reading for voluntary sector leaders in 2026

SCVO has published their fourth Digital Call to Action: AI and everything else which sets out what digital confidence looks like for Scotland's voluntary sector in 2026 and beyond.

  • CalendarFriday 27 February 2026
Five-year PVG scheme membership

From 1 April 2026 individuals joining the PVG scheme will automatically be enrolled in a five-year membership tailored to their specific regulated role.

  • CalendarTuesday 24 February 2026
Changes to the information published on the OSCR website

OSCR will soon begin to publish the first and last names of charity trustees on its website as part of the changes introduced by the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023).

  • CalendarTuesday 24 February 2026
Could your charity, community group or voluntary organisation use some help with its financial processes?

Voluntary Action Orkney’s finance team provides support services to charities, community groups and voluntary organisations.

  • CalendarFriday 21 November 2025
Watch the 'Ask OSCR' webinar recording

OSCR held a ‘Ask OSCR’ webinar during Trustees’ Week 2025. Those who took part were able to ask their experts about everything from good governance to annual returns.

  • CalendarWednesday 19 November 2025
Companies House updates for charities

Companies House has announced several updates to company legislation this year. If your charity is registered with them, they could affect you.

  • CalendarWednesday 19 November 2025
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