The recording of our #EquallySafeAndSupportedTraining launch webinar is available now! More than 140 people attended the webinar to learn about new resources. Watch the recording 👉https://zurl.co/2vBs4 Access the training resources 👉https://zurl.co/XEieE

Great to meet the REACH Nursing team in Perth today and talk to them about supporting people with learning disabilities through the transplant process. #Health #LearningDisability #KidneyTransplant #ReachNurses #IncludeForGood

Scottish Commission for Learning Disability is looking for new Trustees to help provide strategic leadership and champion the rights of people with learning disabilities. Join our virtual info session on Thurs 21 May, 5–6pm, to: Register now for the Trustee Info Session: zurl.co/WQeJm

@scldnews.bsky.social Board of Trustees is looking for new trustees who can help make Scotland a fairer place To find out more about this opportunity, please visit: tinyurl.com/3jfd6ety

Trustees with Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities – Goodmoves

The Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities (SCLD) Board of Trustees is looking for new trustees who can help make Scotland a fairer place where people with learning disabilit...

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In his first statement as SCLD’s Chief Executive, Bruce Adamson sets out a clear opportunity for Scotland’s new Parliament to deliver lasting change for people with learning disabilities. 👉 Read the full statement zurl.co/3WE1Q

We’re live! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who joined the #EquallySafeAndSupportedTraining Launch Webinar yesterday. Together, 140 people came together to explore how support for women with learning disabilities can be more inclusive, informed, and effective. Access the resources: zurl.co/mHOMp

⏳There’s still time to join the #EquallySafeAndSupported Launch Webinar. This is your chance to learn how to make support for women with learning disabilities more inclusive, informed and effective. 📅 Tuesday 5 May 2026 🕑 1:30pm 📍 Online (Microsoft Teams) 👉 Register here: zurl.co/fxNik

We’re recruiting new Trustees to join the Board of SCLD. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and abilities. If you bring passion, insight and a commitment to human rights and inclusion we want to hear from you. Find out more and apply zurl.co/MEVhN

Employment plays a vital role in promoting wellbeing, self-worth, and financial independence. SCLD is asking all political parties and candidates to commit to the 12 Point Plan and work with people with learning disabilities to deliver real change.  Read the 12 Point Plan here: zurl.co/JNtmG

SCLD’s 12 Point Plan for Change asks the next Scottish Government to lead a programme of reform to deliver independent living in line with the UNCRPD and invest in community-based housing, support and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). Read the full 12 Point Plan here zurl.co/MDBoZ

📣 Join the conversation on learning disability in Scotland. From new research to upcoming events and helpful resources, our eFocus keeps you connected to all things learning disability in Scotland. 📝 Sign up now 👉zurl.co/qAHqe #LearningDisabilityScotland #StayConnected

Have you registered to attend our #EquallySafeAndSupported Launch Webinar yet? 🎤 The event will feature speaker presentations, reflections from organisations who took part in a pilot of Equally Safe and Supported, and opportunities to ask questions and interact. 📅Tuesday 5th May 🕑 2pm 📍 Online

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We’re launching #EquallySafeAndSupportedTraining, our new gender-based violence and learning disability resources! Join our online webinar on Tuesday 5 May 2026 at 1:30pm (Microsoft Teams) to hear from: 🔗 Register now: zurl.co/5Eayv

📢 Last week, the Scottish Government published the Equally Safe Delivery Plan Progress Report. 👀 Look out for new resources launching soon. 👉 Read the full progress report: zurl.co/JQsjd 👉 Easy read version: zurl.co/7zTmY #EquallySafe #LearningDisability #HumanRights

Equally Safe delivery plan: progress report

The Equally Safe delivery plan progress report outlines progress made against key deliverables in the summer 2024 to spring 2026 delivery plan, highlighting the steps being taken by a range of partner organisations to prevent violence against women and girls and drive lasting change across Scotland.

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SCLD has today announced that the former Children and Young People’s Commissioner of Scotland, Bruce Adamson, has been appointed as its new Chief Executive. Read the full statement 👉zurl.co/6ErYN

As Women’s History Month ends, we’re shining a light on the women too often left out. Our latest blog explores how women with learning disabilities are leading change in tackling gender-based violence. 👉 Read now: zurl.co/L7EeK

SCLD has launched a new 12 Point Plan for Change, setting out key priorities for the next Scottish Government. 👉 Read the full 12 Point Plan here: zurl.co/iDETd

Behind every delayed discharge or out-of-area placement is a person - someone separated from their home and their community. The Coming Home Action Plan is an opportunity to change this. Read our full response 👉 zurl.co/85k1b

Happy World Down’s Syndrome Day! 🧦 SCLD are proudly rocking our odd socks to celebrate. This year’s theme, “Together Against Loneliness,” reminds us how important connection, inclusion, and community are. #WorldDownSyndromeDay2026 #LotsOfSocks #TogetherAgainstLoneliness

A Milestone Moment: SCLD Welcomes Draft LDAN Bill Provisions SCLD has responded to the publication of the draft policy provisions for the proposed LDAN Bill in Scotland. Read our full response here 👉zurl.co/NgwmN #LDANBill

📧Have you signed up for our eFocus newsletter? Your monthly update on news, events, and opportunities from SCLD and our partners 📝 Sign up now 👉zurl.co/owH7B #LearningDisabilityScotland #StayConnected

Happy #InternationalWomensDay ♀️    In 2025, we partnered with People First (Scotland)’s Equally Safe Group to  co-produce the world’s first gender-based violence and learning disability self-assessment toolkit.     Find out more 👉 zurl.co/aWOP5

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The Motability Scheme is being replaced in Scotland by the Accessible Vehicle and Equipment Scheme or AVE Scheme for short. Inclusion Scotland has created a survey to tell you about these changes and to have your say. Online survey: zurl.co/5crpw Easy Read version of the survey: zurl.co/itVKf

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Have you downloaded our app yet? 📱 The Human Rights Town app is your pocket guide to accessing your human rights, designed by and for people with learning disabilities. 📲 Ready to explore your rights? Download Human Rights Town FREE from the App Store or Google Play and start your journey.

Application deadline approaching ⏰ Our search for the next CEO of SCLD is closing for applications on 18 February. Apply with a tailored CV and covering letter to ScotlandExecutive@LHH.com For More information visit: zurl.co/mjC5C

💖 Happy Valentine’s Day Valentines’ reminds us Relationships Matter for everyone. In 2020, we published Relationships Matter - exploring relationships, loneliness, happiness, choice, and support for people with learning disabilities and the findings are still relevant today. zurl.co/az4dO