Support for groups
Climate change is a huge issue with lots of areas where we can take action both as individuals and collectively as a community. It can be hard for third sector groups to know how best to contribute. With sustainability an increasing focus of local and national authorities as well as funders, this is a perfect time to consider where it sits within your organisation.
We have a range of support on offer and it doesn't matter what level of experience you have in dealing with climate issues, we'll work with you at whatever level you're at.​
Funding Support
Delivered by Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector
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To find out more or to sign up for support,
please contact us at info@gcah.scot
We offer a range of free fundraising resources, training and support to community groups and voluntary organisations in Glasgow. Our free support includes:
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One-to-one fundraising surgeries. Book an appointment for a friendly discussion. Available by Zoom video call or telephone. Appointment booking system
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Weekly newsletters with the latest funding news and updates. GCVS newsletter sign-up
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Monthly directory of environmental grant funding opportunities. Directory link
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Fundraising short videos: how to develop a fundraising plan, key tips on applying for grant funding and advice on creating a case for support. GCVS fundraising training videos
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Support to strengthen your grant applications. Send your draft text to us for an independent review.
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Support
Delivered by Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector
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To find out more or to sign up for support,
please contact us at info@gcah.scot
Whether you want to look at your internal policies and processes or you're curious about engaging your community in conversations around climate, we can support you.
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Our experienced climate team can work with you to establish your goals and priorities, and we'll help you get the support in place to move forward.
Depending on your needs, we can deliver training and support directly or we can connect you to one of our partners. Even if we connect you to someone else, we'll still walk alongside you to make sure you're able to process any information you receive and we'll help you unpack what it means for your organisation.
Training Opportunities
Delivered by Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector
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To find out more or to sign up for support,
please contact us at info@gcah.scot
Emerging Leaders Programme
This free, fully funded opportunity is ideal for those with current management or supervisory responsibilities who aspire to become tomorrow's leaders, and will help develop their leadership, management and communication skills. Specially created with the needs of the climate change sector in mind, the programme will include:
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A Professional Development Award (PDA) in Leadership: SCQF Level 8
jointly certified by SQA and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) -
Focused Training and Development Workshop/Online Learning specialised on People Management, Communication Skills and Climate Change
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Find out more about this course and sign up below.
Capacity Building Workshops
Delivered by Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector
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To find out more or to sign up for support,
please contact us at info@gcah.scot
Our climate team offers a range of workshops to help you develop your organisations capacity to address climate change.
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The workshops vary throughout the year but recent sessions have included:
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Renewable Energy for Community Groups
Tailoring Climate Work in an Organisation
Climate for Change Conversations
How Climate Change Affects Your Community
Get Equipped to Act on Climate Change
How to Develop an Environmental Policy and Plan
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We're always happy to hear suggestions about what support the sector needs in terms of sustainability and climate change, so please contact info@gcah.scot if you want to suggest a workshop or if you'd like to collaborate to run one.
Emerging Leaders Programme
In partnership with GCVS, the Glasgow Climate Action Hub is delighted to offer 16 fully funded places for the emerging leaders programme in the third sector. This training programme is available to organisations who are members of The Glasgow Climate Action Network (GCAN).
This opportunity is ideal for those with current management or supervisory responsibilities who aspire to become tomorrow's leaders, and will help develop their leadership, management and communication skills. Specially created with the needs of the climate change sector in mind, the programme will include:
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A Professional Development Award (PDA) in Leadership: SCQF Level 8
jointly certified by SQA and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) -
Focused Training and Development Workshop/Online Learning
specialised on People Management, Communication Skills and Climate Change
Who is it for?
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We would like to hear from 'emerging leaders' in Glasgow’s Climate third sector. Those in leadership and people management roles, such as team leaders, middle managers, or Trustees. This opportunity is aimed at those with less senior positions than the roles of chief executive or chair, but we may consider candidates who are particularly new to such positions.
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Aspiring senior leaders should apply and seek to further their development as a third sector climate leader.
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Application Process
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We are interested in receiving applications only from Glasgow Climate Action Network members, who at present hold management/supervisory roles:
Participation will be by a selection process, which considers:
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Career pathway to date
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Goals and aspiration for the future
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Challenges faced and areas for development
In addition, we ask you to tell us about your career to this point, your goals and aspirations for the future and will also request that you provide a short supporting statement from your manager to accompany your application.
If you are interested in applying for the training or would like to find out further information, please email info@gcah.scot.