Development Trusts Association Scotland

✍ NEW Blog: Exploring Natural Capital In the latest DTAS Debates session, Josh Doble - Community Land Scotland, Ewen McLachlan - Assynt Development Trust, Mark Reed - SRUC, and Rowan Aitchison - TAYVALLICH COMMUNITY COMPANY unpacked how Development Trusts can leverage natural capital markets to benefit their communities—while navigating risks like greenwashing and corporate exploitation. Read the blog for a full summary and calls to action: https://lnkd.in/dbmw8FN7 Key takeaways:  ✅ Community control is crucial for equitable outcomes.  ✅ Clear regulations are needed to prevent greenwashing.  ✅ Collaboration is key: landowners, NGOs, and communities must work together.  ✅ Building capacity and sharing knowledge around natural capital markets is essential. Now let’s ensure communities lead the way. #NaturalCapital #CommunityLed #Sustainability

Democratic Finance Scotland creating and unlocking community wealth. Our newly launched programme with #ScottishCommunitiesFinance Find out more by visiting www.democraticfinance.scot #DemocraticBusiness #CommunityBenefitSocieties #DevelopmentTrusts #co_ops #InclusiveBusiness #SocialEnterprise https://lnkd.in/e97w-NEc

Here are our November events. Find out more information and book on via our Eventbrite page. 8th of November: North East Highlands Regional Gathering 13th of November: Learning Exchange on 'Disability and Diversity' 14th of November: Module 1: Introduction to Community Asset Transfer 20th of November: Development Officer Check In

We're hiring for a Membership & Engagement Officer (fixed-term contract).   Would you love to support community organisations to thrive? Are you an exceptional communicator, able to provide information and develop a range of engaging resources? We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to provide advice and information to communities on their journey towards setting up development trusts. This role is office-based, working in DTAS’ offices in Edinburgh but with the potential for some home working. Travel throughout the country will also be required. You can find the full job description and instructions on how to apply under ‘news and events’ on our website. Closing date: Monday 18th November 2024 at 12 noon. Interviews will be held on Monday 25th and Tuesday 26th November 2024.

Thanks to everyone who took the time to fill out our DTAS Annual Conference 2024 feedback form. We had a great response rate and have been taking some time to go through all the feedback we received. Overall, we received overwhelmingly positive feedback. However, there are always areas for improvement which we will be focussing on for next year's event. We're taking a little break from conference planning, but keep an eye out for Conference 2025 announcements in the New Year. Thanks again to all our partners, collaborators and sponsors for making this year's event achievable.

Did you know DTAS has a Workplace Wellbeing Support Service? We support development trusts to prioritise their staff wellbeing by providing tailored support based on their organisational needs. ------ Is your workforce feeling the effects of burnout and you’re not sure how to manage it? Do you want to prioritise the wellbeing of your staff team? Are you experiencing difficulties with your organisational culture and not sure how to improve it? If so, the DTAS Workplace Wellbeing Support Service is here to help! Scan our QR code for a direct referral or contact our Wellbeing and Inclusion Coordinator, Amy.

Truly brilliant news and we can't wait to develop the programme and support to communities across the country #CitizenInvestment #AlternativeFinance #NewVentures

We are introducing a new programme of Cross-Sector Community Learning Exchanges delivered in partnership with Scottish Community Alliance! Through this programme we aim to improve the resilience of the wider network and their practices through skill advancement and capacity building.   The first exchange in the programme will be on the topic of 'Disability and Diversity' and will take place on Wednesday 13th of November, 11am - 3pm hosted by Boyndie Visitor Centre, Banff.   This particular exchange will provide you with the opportunity to explore new perspectives on practice that engages with the diversity of your community through a disability lens. 🔗 If you'd like to attend the exchange, please sign up on our Eventbrite page: https://lnkd.in/dF-7FX2G

Have you been involved in a City Region Growth Deal? We want to hear from you! The deals are designed to attract investment and create new jobs, boosting regional economic growth. The Economy and Fair Work Committee would like to understand whether they are achieving their aims, and delivering for the people of Scotland. Tell us about your experiences in our consultation. We’re particularly keen to hear from Scottish businesses about how they are engaging with local city region deals, and about what support has been provided to bid for work. Find out more and submit your views: https://ow.ly/kBuB50TAhmA #CityDeals

📢 DTAS Deep Dive Case Study: Tiree Community Development Trust   Tiree, a picturesque island in the Inner Hebrides, faces unique challenges: poor transport links, lack of housing, infrastructure issues, and a seasonal economy. Tiree Community Development Trust (TCDT) is leading the charge to ensure the island's long-term sustainability. Tackling issues such as: ✅ Affordable housing development ✅Cost-of-living support ✅ Youth programmes and leadership ✅ Sustainable tourism and climate action Despite its successes, TCDT faces tough challenges ahead, including securing funding and determining the future of their renewable energy project. ⚡ 📢 What We Can Learn: The Trust’s journey highlights the importance of community-led initiatives, but also the need for reliable, long-term funding for small, remote communities to thrive. 🔗 Dive into the full story of how TCDT is transforming Tiree, one project at a time! https://lnkd.in/eeSEJvQ7 #CommunityDevelopment #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #AffordableHousing #IslandLife #SocialImpact #TireeTrust #ClimateAction