Official Twitter channel of the Scottish Government Equality & Poverty Analysis Unit. Sharing analysis on equality & poverty in Scotland. RTs not endorsements.gov.scot/collections/po… Victoria Quay, EdinburghJoined June 2016
Today Scotland remembers all those who lost their lives in conflicts around the world.
Lest we forget the service and sacrifice of our Armed Forces community.
#RemembranceDay
DEADLINE EXTENDED! We are currently consulting on a draft plan to improve and strengthen Scotland’s equality evidence base! Take part by 7 October 2022: consult.gov.scot/housing-and-so…
REMINDER! We are currently consulting on a draft plan to improve and strengthen Scotland’s equality evidence base! Take part by 23 September 2022: consult.gov.scot/housing-and-so…
We are consulting on a draft plan to improve and strengthen Scotland’s equality evidence base! Take part by 23 September 2022: consult.gov.scot/housing-and-so…
The deadline to apply for our #SGSSS#internship on improving Scotland's equality evidence base has been extended! Applications now close on 30 August at 12pm. More information is available here: sgsss.ac.uk/internship/equ…
The deadline to apply for our #SGSSS#internship on improving Scotland's equality evidence base has been extended! Applications now close on 30 August at 12pm. More information is available here: sgsss.ac.uk/internship/equ…
Are you interested in improving the equality evidence base in Scotland? If so, you may be interested in joining us on a funded #SGSSS#internship in the Autumn! More information: tinyurl.com/kejfkpm ⏳Applications close 2 August at 12pm.
Here's the chart from today's blog that shows possible trajectories. Big drop in early 2000s shows what is possible with bold choices. Chancellor must also #KeeptheLifeline
Scotland’s new #GenderEquality Index 2020 helps us measure progress towards equality between women and men over six domains.
Scotland was furthest from full gender equality in the ‘power’ domain, and closest in the ‘health’ domain.
➡️data.gov.scot/genderindex
People in Scotland are more likely to think that watching pornography is a normal part of growing up for teenage boys, than for teenage girls.
Read the full research report here: gov.scot/isbn/978180004…#16days#EquallySafe
New research also shows many people continue to hold stereotypical views on gender roles. Just 58% of people would buy a 3-year-old boy a princess doll without saying anything - although attitudes have shifted since 2014.
More here: gov.scot/isbn/978180004…#16days#EquallySafe
20K Followers 4K FollowingWe are Scotland's network of activists, NGOs, community organisations, unions and academics, working together to end the injustice of poverty.
6K Followers 5K FollowingWe fight for children & their rights every day. We work to end poverty and it’s impact so that every child has the best start and a good childhood.
19K Followers 2K FollowingDirector General Communities at Scottish Govt; ex DG Economy; ex-IoD Scotland Nations Director; ex-CEO Young Scot; former Co-Chair NACWG | OBE | FRSE | She/Her
8K Followers 2K FollowingWe work to get a better life for low-income families in Scotland through campaigning, welfare rights work, advice, publications and training.
15K Followers 2K FollowingWe are Scotland's feminist policy & advocacy organisation.
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7K Followers 5K FollowingOPFS is a Scottish charity providing single parent tailored information, advice, family support, training programmes. Free webchat and helpline: 0808 801 0323.
2K Followers 591 FollowingDirector of the @PovertyAlliance, Scotland's anti-poverty network, but here for music, cycling as well as social justice. Views are my own.
6K Followers 3K FollowingChief Executive @CarnegieUKTrust. Chair @WEvolutionUK. Other lives too. Views my own, RTs not endorsement etc, but hopefully something worth a read. You judge.
5K Followers 3K FollowingThe SWC exists to make sure that women's voices are heard at all levels of policy and decision making. Get involved! Visit our website for more information.
28K Followers 9K FollowingSNP MSP for Hamilton, Larkhall & Stonehouse. Scottish Government Minister for Drugs & Alcohol policy. Retweets are not endorsements. She/Her
4K Followers 4K FollowingLecturer in Social Policy, University of Edinburgh Social security, (un)employment, poverty, policy-making Former @WWScot Views own,RTs not endorsements
3K Followers 3K FollowingProfessor of Wellbeing Economy at the University of Glasgow. Honorary Consultant in Public Health. Tweeting in a personal capacity
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50K Followers 2K FollowingPublic Health Scotland is the national agency for improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of the people of Scotland.
570 Followers 628 FollowingArchaeology and heritage. Central Scotland, mid PhD @HCAatEdinburgh/ Sometimes in books, sometimes on site, tinkering /Co-creator @theSilliad.
He/Him
1K Followers 429 FollowingMECOPP provides a variety of services to Black and Minority Ethnic carers and communities locally, regionally and nationally.
119 Followers 285 FollowingSLT working in REACH - a multidisciplinary social work team. Interests - inclusive communication, DLD in teenagers & adults, youth justice.
133 Followers 482 FollowingMBPTC is coming together to make a difference by sharing the stories of people with lived experiences to challenge the stigma of poverty
867 Followers 2K FollowingSelf-made, change at large role model, passionate for development in strategic organisational development, culture and values. Trustee @healthinmind
5K Followers 5K FollowingRunning services and campaigns in Edinburgh, the Lothians & Scotland that place people at the centre. SC043871.
Need help with digital? Call 0800 0 590 690
253 Followers 864 FollowingPhD in the making @EdinburghUni | Working on making children's rights real @together_sacr and tackling child poverty @improvserv
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564 Followers 667 FollowingFENIKS. Counselling, Personal Development and Support Services Ltd. (Charity No. SC039041) provide support to Central Eastern European Immigrants in Scotland
76 Followers 293 FollowingDelivering youth work and community projects for children and young people, adults and families in the Kirkcaldy area. [email protected]
245 Followers 1K FollowingToys for Texans is a nonprofit organization based in Allen, TX aiming to provide toys to the homeless, abused, disabled, and special needs children of Texas.
650 Followers 326 FollowingThe Equality and Human Rights fund supports organisations tackling inequality and discrimination in Scotland. Managed by @InspiringSland for @ScotGovFairer.
5K Followers 6K FollowingGood Practice Exchange at Audit Wales: Encouraging public service improvement through knowledge exchange. Trydar yn ddwyieithog
3K Followers 2K Followingshmu is one of the core cultural organisations in Aberdeen, and is at the forefront of Community Media development in Scotland.
1K Followers 3K FollowingSenior Museum Development Manager @MuseumsGalScot. I tweet about museums, community engagement, cats, bikes & nature. All views my own.
131 Followers 680 FollowingDramatically improving the way people interact and perform at work, through innovative and powerful drama based learning programmes.
15K Followers 2K FollowingWe bring together people, communities, organisations and government to drive social change and transform lives.
For a Scotland without poverty or disadvantage.
104 Followers 145 FollowingAttainment Advisor, Education Scotland. Influencing and supporting change towards socially significant outcomes. All views are my own and not endorsements.
20K Followers 4K FollowingWe are Scotland's network of activists, NGOs, community organisations, unions and academics, working together to end the injustice of poverty.
6K Followers 5K FollowingWe fight for children & their rights every day. We work to end poverty and it’s impact so that every child has the best start and a good childhood.
19K Followers 2K FollowingDirector General Communities at Scottish Govt; ex DG Economy; ex-IoD Scotland Nations Director; ex-CEO Young Scot; former Co-Chair NACWG | OBE | FRSE | She/Her
452K Followers 97 FollowingUpdates from the devolved government for Scotland. Please note we're unable to answer questions here, find out how to get in touch at https://t.co/4S5fg3CTHa
8K Followers 2K FollowingWe work to get a better life for low-income families in Scotland through campaigning, welfare rights work, advice, publications and training.
21K Followers 4K FollowingVision for a Scotland where people who are disabled or living with long term conditions and carers have a strong voice and enjoy their right to live well.
15K Followers 2K FollowingWe are Scotland's feminist policy & advocacy organisation.
(We can't always respond to tweets - if you have specific questions please email or call instead!)
7K Followers 5K FollowingOPFS is a Scottish charity providing single parent tailored information, advice, family support, training programmes. Free webchat and helpline: 0808 801 0323.
19K Followers 3K FollowingScotland's leading charity working to end domestic abuse against women & children | The 24/7 Domestic Abuse & Forced Marriage Helpline Number is 0800 027 1234.
6K Followers 3K FollowingChief Executive @CarnegieUKTrust. Chair @WEvolutionUK. Other lives too. Views my own, RTs not endorsement etc, but hopefully something worth a read. You judge.
3K Followers 3K FollowingProfessor of Wellbeing Economy at the University of Glasgow. Honorary Consultant in Public Health. Tweeting in a personal capacity
12K Followers 3K FollowingThe national charity for older people. Our vision is a Scotland where everyone can love later life. ☎ 0800 12 44 222 for information, friendship & advice
50K Followers 2K FollowingPublic Health Scotland is the national agency for improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of the people of Scotland.
5K Followers 1K FollowingWe are Carers Trust Scotland, part of @CarersTrust. We exist to provide action, help and advice to unpaid carers throughout #Scotland.
2K Followers 657 FollowingWe are the lead organisation for the deaf sector in Scotland. We represent people who are Deaf (including BSL users), Deafblind, Deafened and Hard of Hearing.
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3K Followers 1K FollowingWe are a National Carer Organisation in Scotland. We provide information, support & networking opportunities for unpaid carers & local carer organisations.
525 Followers 529 FollowingScottish League of Credit Unions. Our core purpose to help #CreditUnions become & remain: compliant, sustainable & co-operative
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7K Followers 3K FollowingCentre for Analysis of Social Exclusion. Research on social disadvantage and examination of the impact of public policy.
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5K Followers 2K FollowingWorld leaders in production & analysis of longitudinal data & microsimulation. Queen's Anniversary Prize 2017. Home to @MiSoC_Essex @usociety @CeMPAEssex
13K Followers 3K FollowingCarnegie UK is an independent charitable foundation that works to deliver better wellbeing for people in the UK and Ireland.
#CollectiveWellbeing
1K Followers 371 FollowingProud 'Pesky' Economist |
Deputy Director, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde @strath_fai
Views mostly my own
4K Followers 1K Followingprofessor @uniofyork I poverty & participatory methods I social security I collaborator @changing_r @doleanimators @poverty2sols @ucus_now I
2K Followers 164 FollowingScotPHO is a multi-organisation collaboration providing a comprehensive overview of trends and inequalities in population health in Scotland https://t.co/jHo90UvrNP
173 Followers 359 FollowingLecturer in Social Research Methods @EdinburghUni @uoesocialpolicy | Social Policy, Migration, Education, Youth, Mixed Methods |
12K Followers 4K FollowingInfluencers and shapers of public policy, based at @officialuom. Follow for robust insight, expertise and highlights from (arguably) the UK's biggest thinktank.
2K Followers 991 FollowingUpdates about work published on #ScotPublicHealth website | Most of the #SocMed blogs use #bigdata (NodeXL) to study #PublicHealth | Tweets by @gmacscotland
4K Followers 1K FollowingWorking with #local #communities to tackle the root causes of #foodpoverty, a programme by @UKSustain @churchpoverty, funded by @TNLComFund
1K Followers 993 FollowingUnderstanding Inequalities: an ESRC-funded research project aiming to provide robust research evidence to help reduce inequalities in Scottish society & beyond.
9K Followers 8K FollowingGlobal Head of the Humanise Campaign at #HeatherwickStudio. Formerly Director of External Relations @leeds_2023. Prior to that, 10 years @jrf_uk
4K Followers 853 FollowingUK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence. A consortium of 8 partners in HE and non-academic institutions. Led by @UofGlasgow. Funded by @ESRC @ahrcpress
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224K Followers 2K FollowingAnyone worried about a child can call 0808 800 5000. Everything we do protects children, prevents abuse and transforms society so it’s safer for all children.
22K Followers 3K FollowingThe national representative organisation of British Sign Language (BSL) and Irish Sign Language (ISL) in the UK. Member of WFD & EUD. Est 1890 #TakingBSLForward
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418 Followers 688 FollowingStatistician working on improving the coherence of @UKGSS statistics. Based in @ONS. Ex @Ofstednews, @GSSGoodPractice and @DefenceHQ. Views personal.
27 Followers 127 FollowingNY native, now based in Edinburgh. Funding Policy Officer @ScotFundCouncil. Focus on education/higher ed policy. Views here are my own.
40K Followers 1K FollowingThe national skills agency. Supporting the people and businesses of Scotland to develop and apply their skills. This account is managed Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
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