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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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Digital Unstuck – Essential Resources from The Gathering
By Robyn Barclay
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Gathering on Tuesday 4th February! Even if you didn’t attend, this list of resources put together by experts are guaranteed to give you a head start when it comes to digital. This workshop was delivered as part of the Network of Non-Profit Digital Support. With funding…
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…
Empowering Small Charities
By Robyn Barclay
This Small Charities Week, we're sharing insights from the CEO of Dr Bell's Family Centre, Danielle Campbell. Danielle emphasised the value of The Curve in enhancing digital capabilities for small charities and highlighted the importance of community support and digital skills for their growth.
Driving Diversity in the Digital Era
By Robyn Barclay
Third Sector Lab spoke to Adebola Adedoyin about Accelerate Black's programme, "Black Talent on Boards". By recruiting trustees with diverse skillsets and diverse backgrounds, charity boards can make better decisions that reflect the communities they help, and the digital world they live in.
Meet the Team: Darryl Corner, Video and Audio Lead
By Robyn Barclay
We look forward to working with Darryl as we continue to harness the power of video to meet the needs of the third sector. If you have ideas for a video project you'd like to discuss, please get in touch at darryl@thirdsectorlab.co.uk.