Newsflash

Who Cares? Scotland’s Members’ Newsletter

Every month we send out a digital newsletter called Newsflash to our members. However, we know that not all of our members will have an email account or access to the internet. That’s why we are including a roundup of important headlines from the last couple of months and sharing them again, here in SpeakOut, so you don’t miss out!

If you haven’t been receiving NewsFlash but have a working email address, just email membership@ whocaresscotland.org and we’ll update your details.

#AdvocacyMatters

During Care Experienced Week, we highlighted how important the right to advocacy is. We asked people to share their positive stories to show that #AdvocacyMatters. And we shared some of the experiences of people we’ve supported. Check out the reasons why #AdvocacyMatters on our social media feeds.

Jasmin’s Petition Update

National Representative Body member, Jasmin, submitted a petition to the Scottish Parliament to provide truly lifelong support to all Care Experienced people. The Scottish Government responded but not in the way Jasmin had hoped. She felt that their response did not adequately address her concerns or recommendations. As such, she wrote a reply explaining her disappointment. In December, Jasmin’s petition and letter were considered by the Citizen Participation & Public Petitions Committee. Keep an eye out on our social media for updates.

Award winning MSYPs!

Who Cares? Scotland MSYPs, Charles Fernando and Oisín King, won the Human Rights Defender award at the 2022 SYP awards. Massive congratulations to both and thanks for their hard work.

Outlander Information Evening

We had Kyrie, who works on the show Outlander, in our office to deliver a session for those interested in working in the Film and TV industry. It included an insight into the different roles, what skills they require and how to get involved.

Programme for Government 2022 - 2023

The Scottish Government announced its new Programme for Government. Within the plan there is a range of commitments that will impact the Care Experienced community. We’ve outlined some of these changes on our website.

SYP Motion Commended in Parliament

Charles and Oisín, Who Cares? Scotland MSYPs, passed a motion to the Scottish Youth Parliament about Care Experience and mental health services. Since then, Monica Lennon MSP put forward a motion to the Scottish Parliament to acknowledge their efforts and praise them for bringing attention to the issue.

Help with Disclosures

Alongside Disclosure Scotland, we’ve created a guide for Care Experienced people who might need a disclosure check. There are different levels of disclosure depending on the type of work, volunteering or education being applied for. This will provide them with a criminal record history. This can be daunting, especially if you’re worried about convictions that may be disclosed. It can be even harder when there’s a lot to remember like previous addresses or your mum’s maiden name. Check out the guide on our website. For more advice, email ScotlandWorksforYou@gov.scot