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Welcome to the Third Sector Lab blog, where you can find out about our past and present projects, experiences and ideas. Here at Third Sector Lab we believe in making digital more accessible for all. Read on for top training tips, helpful guides, and more!
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Partnering with United Voices Network to Promote Anti-Racist Youth Work
By Ross McCulloch
Third Sector Lab Director, Ross McCulloch, is handing over his twitter account to United Voices Network this Black History Month.
Celebrating Success: Content Design in the Children’s Sector
By Robyn Barclay
September's Roundtable event on content design for children was co-hosted by CELCIS and Our Hearings, Our Voices. Read to hear about their innovative work with children and young people.
Websites Explained: How to Build a House
By Robyn Barclay
Confused about how website design, development and hosting work? And where does your content fit in? We’ve put together a short guide to help explain how it works.
How are Charities Using Social Media in 2023?
By Robyn Barclay
Third Sector Lab has compiled a list of some of our favourite ways charities are using social media this year. This includes specific campaigns, and more general online presence and activity. Get inspired with our round-up of great content in 2023 so far.
Digital Trustees: A Guide for Third Sector Organisations
By Robyn Barclay
Third sector organisations can be structured in all sorts of different ways. Most charities are led by a board of volunteers called trustees, who steer the organisation in the right direction. This may also be referred to as a board of directors. Community Interest Companies (CICs), housing associations and social enterprises have all approached us…
Scottish Social Housing Charter: Bring Reports to Life with Animation
By Robyn Barclay
By using video, Housing Associations can improve communication, enhance tenant experiences, streamline processes, and promote community engagement. Read more about partnering with Third Sector Lab
Charity Digital Skills Report 2023: 5 Things You Need To Know
By Robyn Barclay
The Charity Digital Skills Report 2023 went live this morning. Since its inception in 2017, this annual report has become a barometer of digital needs and trends in the third sector. We’ve put together a condensed list of 5 themes from this year’s report. Digital Strategy The report states that 78% charities cite digital as…
Open Working Programme with Power to Change
By Robyn Barclay
Third Sector Lab is working with Power to Change to help grantees from their Discoveries fund to access a new and transparent way of working.
Open Working with Tom Youll
By Robyn Barclay
Content designer Tom Youll writes weeknotes to share his work and experiences. Read his advice on writing weeknotes and finding your own voice.
DigiShift Discussions: Tech and Legal Services
By Robyn Barclay
How can tech impact legal services in Scotland? In a recent journal article in the Law Society of Scotland, Jen Ang explored the potential of tech to increase access to legal services for marginalised communities. However, she also warns that there are hidden barriers and risks that need to be considered. Jen is the director…