An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Patients’ Advocacy Service who is based in The State Hospital. PAS is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status. We are looking to recruit new Board members to participate in the governance and achievement of the strategic objectives of the organisation. The current Board has a diverse combination of skills and experiences, candidates with a background in finance, mental health, human resources and current or previous voluntary sector experience would be particularly welcomed. PAS provides an independent, highly skilled, responsible and professionally run service within The State Hospital, whilst observing the safety and security. The service works within the hospital and promotes patients as individuals. We aim to give the patients a voice to have their views respected, their voices heard, to support and to enable patients to be fully informed and involved in decisions regarding their care and treatment. Our service works with those from across Scotland and Northern Ireland, we have a number of ethnicities, religions, abilities and ages. We wish to diversify the board to ensure all voices are represented. If you have the time, the skills and the passion to make a difference to this marginalised group of individuals, please reach out to us for an informal chat. Some of the duties board members are expected to take part in are to attend board meetings; ensure good governance of the organisation; contribute to policies, development and strategy of the service; foster positive working relationships with the PAS team and State Hospital colleagues; oversee the current service and development of future projects; actively participate in staff recruitment where appropriate and contribute proactively to the Board in reaching quality decisions. Our current board has a diverse range of skills and experiences. Our service caters for patients across Scotland and Northern Ireland so we would welcome applicants from all areas. We would appreciate all applications however, those with a background or experience in the third sector, finance, human resources or mental health would be particularly welcome. Personal qualities include being positive, open minded, a team player and passionate.

Forth Environment Link and Sustrans are calling for anyone with an interest in promoting active travel in communities across Scotland to form the organising committee of a new Active Travel Network for Scotland. This is an opportunity to help shape the network as it develops, supporting community action to change how we travel, address health and social inequalities and combat climate change through changing transport behaviours. This role will entail: Helping to shape the constitution and legal framework for the Active Travel Network Taking over management and maintenance of a new website, including member discussion spaces. (https://activetravelnetwork.scot/ the site is currently under development) Administering the network Liaising with Forth Environment Link to deliver member webinars throughout 2023-24 Making decisions on how the network develops in future, with input from members. This could mean, just running the website, or could include things like applying for funding for ongoing/additional member events and other activities such as cross organisational site visits or other activities members express interest in. Board members also have a responsibility to: Act in the best interest of the organisation and it's members Manage any finances responsibly Develop vision, strategies and planning, Establishing any necessary policies and procedures Managing Risks Establishing systems for monitoring and reporting. More information on what is involved in becoming a board member can be found on the SCVO website here: https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/roles-responsibilities The next Active Travel Network meeting of existing members is due to take place online on the 6th July 2pm-4pm. This will include a section on the development of the network as an independent organisation. If you are not a current member, and would like to join the network and/or attend the meeting to find out more about this opportunity, please contact us to be added to the invite list. Background: Forth Environment Link and Sustrans have been building an active travel* network over the last few years. This originally began as an active travel hubs network. It provided a way for community active travel hubs to share information and learning. Since then the network has grown to include people working and volunteering in communities, student unions and higher education institutions, local authorities and community health services. We are now in a position where neither Sustrans nor Forth Environment Link has capacity to provide the services network members are asking for, and so have decided to open this out to members to take forward as an independent organisation. *Active Travel is a term used to describe travelling by human powered means, such as walking, wheeling or cycling with or without mobility aids such as wheelchairs. This generally includes power chairs and things like scooters and skateboards, as well as people walking with buggies or prams.

Trustees share formal responsibility for the charity And must act in its best interests. Some trustees may take on specific roles on the board such as chair, secretary or treasurer We are looking for people to join us to support in treasurer and promotional roles

Tayside Healthcare Arts Trust (THAT) is looking for new Board Members to join our Voluntary Board of Directors! COULD THIS BE YOU? Tayside Healthcare Arts Trust (THAT) was set up in 2002 to develop the Arts in healthcare across Tayside, working with partners to improve the health and well-being of people with a variety of Long-Term Conditions and improve the quality of healthcare environments. THAT delivers a wide range of creative programmes such as; Print making, Drawing, Collage, Music, Singing, Creative Writing, Photography, Movement, Ceramics, Digital animation and others. In direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic THAT has successfully responded by providing online creative programme opportunities, across Tayside. Face to face group work has gradually resumed with appropriate safe distancing measures where necessary. THAT staff work from THAT Office/ home working and support our groups across Tayside Monday – Thursday. THAT is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status and is governed by a dedicated Board of Voluntary Directors. What’s in it for you? /What can you expect? • Make a difference to the health and wellbeing of those recovering from or living with a Long-Term Health Condition. • Promote the work of the organisation. • Help support and attend programmes for people with Long Term Conditions and the work of the qualified paid staff and unpaid volunteers. • Contribute to the decision-making processes of the Organisation, innovation and development of the flourishing Arts & Health sector. • Use your skills and knowledge in the governance of this charitable organisation. • Meet new like-minded people. What’s in it for us? / What can we expect? • Your experience, skills & enthusiasm. • New ideas for the organisation. • Your attendance at approx. 6-8 meetings per year (day time meetings lasting 90 mins currently via TEAMS or face to face group meetings). • Increase in support for Management Group & Staff • Raising awareness of the charity in the local community Some of the skills/interests we are looking for include: Arts, Financial, I.C.T., Legal, Administration, H.R., Fundraising, Third Sector, Academic Research, and Commitment. If you are interested in further information please contact Karine Neill, THAT Development Officer on 01382 835509 or email tay.that@nhs.scot Tayside Healthcare Arts Trust (THAT) was set up in 2002 to develop the Arts in healthcare across Tayside, working with partners to improve the health and well-being of people with a variety of Long-Term Conditions and improve the quality of healthcare environments. THAT delivers a wide range of creative programmes such as; Print making, Drawing, Collage, Music, Singing, Creative Writing, Photography, Movement, Ceramics, Digital animation and others. In direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic THAT has successfully responded by providing online creative programme opportunities, across Tayside. Face to face group work has gradually resumed with appropriate safe distancing measures where necessary. THAT staff work from THAT Office or home working and support our groups across Tayside Monday – Thursday.