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A weekly news, events and jobs bulletin with the largest, most diverse subscriber list - over 12,000 (est. circulation: 40,000) - of socially conscious individuals/organisations in Scotland, UK and parts of Europe. Includes the biggest database of BME groups. Also includes refugee organisations/ individuals, voluntary and housing organisations, civil servants, politicians, health agencies, trade unions, anti-racist/human rights/poverty campaigns, central government, individuals and many more.
Employers targeting ethnic minorities in Quickmail report excellent results. (latest QuickMail) Copy deadline is every Thursday 12
Noon Just email text to: Quickmail@paih.org Anyone want a cup of tea? How about a mug? I have just seen the first ever Positive Action in Housing mugs. Give me a few days and I will get some photos up on our website and if you want to buy one, we'll have info on that too! I do not drink Tea or Coffee, but I am going to start, now that I will be able to stroll around the office with a good looking Mug.
There have been many issues
highlighted this week in the media; we have heard about the
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Seems a bit of a joke that, for the whole week, we have been hearing how traumatising detention centres are for children and then the Home Office decides to smash through the door of a single mother, living with her son, in the early hours of the morning, drag them into a van and take them to a Detention Centre. The Unity Centre has reported that this is the first Dawn Raid in a year. The bottom line is that Asylum Seekers still live with the fear of Dawn Raids, Detention, Deportation and Destitution because the Home Office uses it to control people.
Refugee week is coming up soon and many people will be focusing on the positive contribution Refugees have and continue to make in Scotland. It's just a shame that so many people who have contributed so much still find themselves living in a limbo land, hoping that the next knock on their door isn't 10 immigration officers.
We will keep you updated on how things progress, so keep an eye on our Website (www.paih.org). If you have any views or comments, I would be interested in reading them, so email me, Jamie
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News - Visit www.paih.org for the latest NEWS from Positive Action in Housing! ‘Dungavel was built to be a prison and that is what it is’
Dungavel move may herald asylum breakthrough
Voluntary return plan for Scotland's asylum seekers
Failed asylum families offered flats
Study reveals evidence of 'substantial racism' against UK's Chinese community
Asylum seekers living in poverty
Asylum seekers left in poverty
Anger at mother and son dawn raid
Asylum seeker rules 'not working'
Britain's asylum policy is failing 16 Year old DETAINED at Dungavel Detention Centre A 16-year-old Girl has been detained after reporting at Brand Street Immigration Centre in Glasgow. Rima Andmariam is a 16 year old destitute asylum seeker from Eritrea, who had been receiving support from Positive Action in Housing's Destitution Service and Accommodation Volunteers.
Friends of Rima have put together a template letter and details of politicians who may be able to support her case.
You may download these here: Politicians and Country Report - More info on Eritrea and People to contact Rima Template Letter - Template Letter Scottish Third Sector Evidence Library A new evidence library has been launched by SCVO to provide a resource for discovering new research, finding out the latest facts and figures and stimulating ideas. The library contains over 800 research items and can be accessed by clicking here . Alternatively you can find it on the main SCVO website www.scvo.org.uk, clicking 'Projects' and then 'Evidence Library'.
Team 11 are delighted to announce
details of the much awaited annual Scottish Minority Ethnic
Achievement Awards. The Hilton Hotel Glasgow will host this
prestigious awards ceremony on the 25th June 2009. You can nominate your choices online via the website: www.minorityethnicawards.co.uk.
Nominations
close Friday 12th June 2009.
For event information please contact
Team 11 on 0141 404 2832 or email
events@team11uk.com.
Date: Thursday 25th June 2009 Time: 6.30pm Venue: The Hilton Glasgow Hotel, 1 William Street, Glasgow G3 8HT Worker Registration Scheme – Why Register? The New Migrants Action Project at Positive Action in Housing has produced a new leaflet and poster for A8 nationals living and working in Scotland, explaining the benefits of registering with the Worker Registration Scheme. The leaflet is currently available in English and Polish and will soon be available in other languages. Please note, the Worker Registration Scheme is likely to end in May 2009, 5 years after the A8 countries joined the EU, but until then it’s important that A8 nationals register so that they are able to access welfare benefits and housing and homelessness assistance. Click here for more... Positive Action in Housing has launched a free, interactive, online resource: Tackling Racist Incidents – A Toolkit for Scottish Housing Providers available at www.challengeracism.com
The toolkit is the result of our collaborative work with new migrant, refugee, asylum seeker and minority ethnic communities who have experienced racial harassment and a working party of housing providers. The toolkit and its guidance are clear and user friendly offering: practical advice, an overview of responsibilities and best practice examples, model policies, template forms, current legislation.
For paper copies of posters further guidance in taking action or to discuss training on tackling racist incidents or please contact Positive Action in Housing on 0141 353 2220 or by emailing home@paih.org. Welcome? DVD ‘Welcome?’
is a DVD compilation that contains five short films that show the
effects of the UK’s policies and offer practical suggestions on
doing something about it.
The
Welcome DVD is free for asylum seekers/refugees and people on low
incomes. Otherwise we ask for a donation. Some suggested donations
are £15 for individuals and £75 for organisations. £15
will pay for one night hostel accommodation, £5 will pay for food
for a day and £75 will help pay for a week’s accommodation.
Money raised will directly support destitute asylum seekers. For multiple copies please telephone 0141 353 2220 to discuss, before ordering or email quickmail@paih.org or visit www.paih.org for more details. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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A job advert in QuickMail costs £100 for non-profit organisations (free to members). Email your text and invoice details to quickmail@paih.org Check QuickMail guidelines before submitting text. For more information about placing an advert in QuickMail, E-Mail quickmail@paih.org
New Deal Minority Ethnic Outreach
Worker EMEC, 423 Paisley Road West, Glasgow, G51 1PZ or
Tel: 0141-419-0327.
Health in mind is an established
voluntary organisation committed to raising awareness and responding
to need in mental health and well-being. Applications are invited
for the following full-time post: African/South Asian/Chinese* SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT WORKER (Male**)
36.25 hours
£21,251 – £23,585 per annum
The successful candidate will have
experience of working in the mental health field, excellent
networking/personal communication skills and a willingness to
undertake some weekend and evening work. We would like to hear from
you if you feel you have the right qualities and experience to
provide practical and emotional support to Men in Mind service
users.
Project Manager Tel: 0131 225 8508
Interview date: Friday 12th June 2009 *Section 5(2)(d) of the Race Relations Act 1976 applies ** This post is exempt under Section 7(2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination act 1975
Amina - the Muslim Women’s Resource
Centre (MWRC)
Amina – the Muslim Women’s Resource
Centre, a family friendly organisation that provides good conditions
of service, aims to ensure Muslim women’s full inclusion in society.
We engage with mainstream service providers and policy makers and
run a range of faith and culturally sensitive services across
Scotland.
We are seeking to appoint an
Information & Advice worker (Glasgow) 10 Hours per week
Funded until March 2010 Amina - the Muslim Women’s Resource Centre
“Committed to promoting the welfare
of Muslim women” MWRC
We are a family friendly organisation
that provides good conditions of service, is flexible and committed
to equal opportunities.
Actual hours and salary point to be
agreed
The successful applicant will have
managerial experience, excellent organisational & communication
skills, knowledge of the Muslim community & of government systems in
UK. Main Functions • Advising the Management Committee on the functioning and development of Amina MWRC • Representation and networking to ensure Muslim womens’ voices are heard • Providing supervision and guidance to staff in their work, • Policy work – participating in consultation responses, high level networks, advisory panels etc. • Management of Amina MWRC and ensuring Amina MWRC complies with relevant legislation • Managing budgets
• Ensuring ongoing development of our
fundraising strategy For further information and application pack contact: Amina – the Muslim Women's Resource Centre Network House 311 Calder Street Glasgow G42 7NQ
Tel: 0141 585 8026 e.mail:
info@mwrc.org.uk or download
from www.mwrc.org.uk Posts exempt for women only under Section 7(2)(e) Sex Discrimination Act (1975)
Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living
is run by disabled people and aims to empower disabled people in
Glasgow by providing a variety of housing, employment, training and
inclusive living support services.
Inclusive Living Adviser (Ref: ILA/09)17.5
hours
Fixed term contract until 18th
March 2011. These posts will be located at GCIL’s office in Bridgeton, Glasgow.
TEMPORARY REGISTRATION ASSISTANTS (7
POSTS)
FINANCE UNIT
Salary: £12,932 per annum, pro rata
Closing Date:
Wednesday, 27 May 2009 Cardonald College 690 Mosspark Drive Glasgow
G52 3AY
Telephone: 0141 272 3232 E Mail:
humanresources@cardonald.ac.uk
Cardonald College is a registered Scottish Charity, No: SC021182 Govanhill Housing Association - GREAT Gardens GREAT Gardens is a social enterprise company which was established as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Govanhill Housing Association in 2008. The Association is a community controlled, Registered Social Landlord operating in the south side of Glasgow.
GREAT Gardens provides opportunities for young people who have not been able to make a successful transition between school, education, training or work. Through GREAT Gardens they have the opportunity to learn skills in horticulture, gardening and ground maintenance, whilst improving the general environment and engaging with the local community.
GREAT Gardens also undertakes commercial work in order to develop a sustainable business. GREAT Gardens is a Scottish Registered Charity. GREAT Gardens is now seeking to recruit an Environmental Trainer on a fixed term basis for 6 months. All GREAT Gardens posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosures by Disclosure Scotland.
ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINER Fixed Term – 6 months EVH GRADE TAS5 (£20,406.98 – £21,153.83) Includes 1st April 2009 pay award
We are seeking an experienced trainer to provide gardening and environmental work experience and training for young people aged 16 – 25. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day supervision of trainees and will ensure work is carried out to agreed specifications and timescales. Practical experience in providing training in a similar environment is essential along with excellent communication skills and awareness of safe working practices. A current full driving licence is also essential.
Further information is contained in our application pack which can be obtained from: our website: www.govanhillha.org or contact : GOVANHILL HOUSING ASSOCIATION, 79 Coplaw Street, Glasgow G42 7JG Telephone: 0141- 636 3626 Fax: 0141- 636 3685 Email: checkin@govanhillha.org
Closing date:
Friday 22nd May 2009 EVH conditions of service will apply. GREAT Gardens is committed to Equality of Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Scottish Alliance for Children’s Rights
“Working to promote the full
implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in
Scotland” £29259 - 31761- 35 hrs per week
ADMINISTRATOR £16710 – 17874 - pro rata16 hrs per week LOCATION: Edinburgh or Glasgow
The Scottish Alliance for Children’s
Rights is an umbrella organisation aiming to promote the full
implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the
Child across Scotland. We are seeking to appoint a National
Development Officer to manage, develop and promote the work of SACR.
You will establish working relationships with all relevant agencies
and represent SACR externally in Scotland and at UK and
international level. Key features of the post will be to develop and
pilot local children’s rights networks and identify future funding
opportunities. Download an application pack for both posts from www.sacr.org.uk
Closing date for NDO: Monday 18th May 2009 Closing date for Administrator: Friday 29th May 2009
STUDENT AWARDS UNIT/INFORMATION &
ADVICE CENTRE
(FROM JULY UNTIL MID OCTOBER 2009)
Closing Date:
Friday, 29 May 2009 HR Unit Cardonald College 690 Mosspark Drive Glasgow
G52 3AY
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT OFFICER Temporary until June 2010
Salary: £16,405 per annum, pro rata
You will have experience working with
voluntary or student groups, be comfortable speaking to large groups
or working within committees, and be able to motivate others. You
will have had some experience in organising sports or social events,
and will have a good working knowledge of colleges in general, and
Cardonald College in particular. Ideally, you will be aware of the
general needs of students, and may have been involved in organising
campaigns in areas such as social action or health.
Please note interviews will be held on
11 June 2009
Closing Date:
Wednesday 27 May 2009 Cardonald College 690 Mosspark Drive Glasgow G52 3AY
Telephone: 0141 272 3232 E Mail:
personnel@cardonald.ac.uk
Cardonald College is a registered Scottish Charity, No: SC021182
STUDENT SUPPORT FACILITATOR
Cardonald College is looking to
recruit a Facilitator based in the Student Support Unit of the
College. The post involves all aspects of assessment for students as
well as providing continuous support for individuals studying on
various courses and levels.
You will have experience of working
with the DSA (Disabled Student Allowance) process and be familiar
with the spectrum of profiling tools utilised by the sector. You
will have a working knowledge of augmentative technology and ideally
have completed or be working towards BRITE Professional Development
Award (PDA).
The post requires a professional
awareness of learning support methodologies and motivation to
promote the facilitation of all aspects of learning. You will be
educated to degree level or equivalent with experience of working in
the Further Education sector
Interviews will take place on Friday
12 June 2009.
Closing Date:
Wednesday, 20 May 2009 HR Unit Cardonald College 690 Mosspark Drive Glasgow G52 3AY
Telephone: 0141 272 3232 E Mail:
humanresources@cardonald.ac.uk Cardonald College is committed to providing an inclusive ethos and environment, valuing and respecting diversity in our workforce while ensuring equality of opportunity for all applicants.
Cardonald College is a registered Scottish Charity, No: SC021182
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