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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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The Curve, Explained
By Robyn Barclay
This blog post is an overview of the Curve, the training initiative run by Third Sector Lab. It outlines why the initiative began, some of our key findings and contributions, and our next steps. As digital skills became more essential during the pandemic, many in the third sector faced significant knowledge gaps. To help bridge…
Meet the Digital Trustees: Hannah Wallwork
By Robyn Barclay
Read how User Researcher Hannah is using her skills to benefit Cycling Without Age England as a digital trustee.
Meet the Digital Trustees: Tandy Nicole
By Robyn Barclay
Tandy Nicole is an innovative, energetic leader with 15 years of experience in mental health nursing and healthcare. She's also a software product manager, research analyst, and holds various board and panel positions. Tandy challenges government policies in the asylum and refugee system and chairs campaigns such as the Right to work, Lift the ban, and Women in Politics. Tandy holds a BSc in Science and nursing, Finance and Accounting, and is currently studying an MSc in Science - Data Science in Business at University of Stirling.
The Curve: Writing for the Web Resources
By Robyn Barclay
Video tutorial with Sophie Badoux How to Write for the Web Writing online content can be daunting. In a world of distracting pop-up ads and small mobile screens, it’s important that your content is straight-forward and to the point. Below are some vital questions to consider when writing: Think about the key messages you want…
Meet the Digital Trustees: Hugh Wallace
By Robyn Barclay
Want to learn more about digital trustees? Read on to find out how Hugh Wallace joined the board of the Charity Finance Group!
Developing a Website for Home Energy Scotland
By Robyn Barclay
Jenn Hood from Third Sector Lab worked with Home Energy Scotland to develop a website that was useful to both staff and external users. Read on to find out how.
Why Starting a New Job is Like Swimming – Weeknotes from Robyn Barclay, Third Sector Lab
By Robyn Barclay
New Communication Content and Marketing Executive Robyn Barclay describes her first week at Third Sector Lab.
Next Steps for Digital Trustee Recruitment: An Applicant’s Guide
By Marlous Lang-Peterse
Volunteering as a trustee for a charity board can provide many benefits, but finding the right board to join can be challenging. Third Sector Lab offers Digital Trustee matchmaking and information sessions. Read more here.
Next Steps for Digital Trustee Recruitment: An Organisation’s Guide
By Marlous Lang-Peterse
Third Sector Lab has created a guide for third sector organisations on recruiting digital trustees. The guide covers the recruitment process, including writing a job description, publishing a vacancy, and interviewing and onboarding candidates. The guide emphasises the importance of knowing what kind of digital trustee an organisation needs and ensuring the recruitment process is inclusive.
Digital Potential Wales – Weeknotes from Rebecca, Empowering People’s Project
By Rebecca
Rebecca from Empowering People's Project reflects on her experience with the Digital Potential course, which has sparked ideas about their digital strategy and the importance of user research and automation.