External Engagements Coordinator
Tommy Seymour
After graduating from the University of Edinburgh with a degree in Geology and Physical Geography, Tommy enrolled on a Field Engineer graduate programme with an oilfield service company. Following over a year of working offshore, he changed career paths, in search of a more emotionally rewarding role.
Tommy then found himself in the world of Supported Employment and over the past five years, has worked on a range of programmes throughout Edinburgh, the Lothians and Lanarkshire as an Employment Coordinator, Team Leader and latterly in training delivery.
Tommy is keen to put his passion for equality, relationship building and training coordination into practice by supporting the SVN and Inclusive Leadership Programme delivery.
Outside of work, he enjoys playing guitar, painting, surfing and rugby.
11.09.2023
Evaluation of Survivors of Childhood Abuse Support (SOCAS) fund
“The support funded by SOCAS significantly improved survivors’ quality of life, including improved mental health, physical health and improved social connections, allowing survivors to start feeling more in control of their lives and learning to navigate their trauma.” These are the findings of an independent evaluation of the first three years of the Scottish Government
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05.09.2023
New creative activities & opportunities for communities in Glasgow
Ten Glasgow-based projects have been selected as part of the Creative Communities Glasgow programme, which will support and empower community-led creative activities for people & communities who face barriers to participating in culture. Creative Communities Glasgow is developed and delivered by Inspiring Scotland and is made possible thanks to funding from Glasgow City Council’s Communities
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01.09.2023
Finding the right trustees with Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network
Not only does Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN) connect charities with professional volunteers to solve challenges, but our team are also on hand to help you recruit and train your Board. Meet Bill Speirs, Board Director at The Jeely Piece Club Bill was a practising solicitor from 1978 until 2021. He helped set up
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