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.
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#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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SCLD’s 12 Point Plan for Change asks the next Scottish Government to bring forward the LDAN Bill and strengthen accountability structures.
Fraser says “We need our rights, we need to be equal members of society.”
Read the full 12 Point Plan : zurl.co/bDvQs
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
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
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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
📚 Today is International Day of Education
💬 Did you know 98% of educators feel that teacher training doesn’t prepare them to support children and young people with additional support needs?
In her blog, Lindsay Kinloch’s reflects on her experience of education. 🔗👉zurl.co/BDsex
Could you be our next Chief Executive?
📍 Glasgow (flexible working considered)
💷 Salary up to £70,000
🗓 Applications close: 18 February 2026
Apply with a tailored CV and covering letter to ScotlandExecutive@LHH.com
For More information visit zurl.co/hCDLX
🎥Ever wanted to work behind the camera on a movie?
If you have a learning disability and are aged between 18-25 this is an opportunity to learn media and filmmaking skills from experienced filmmakers.
Find out more and register here 👉zurl.co/VDsUS
🚨Closing Soon – 12 January!
🕒 Part-time: 28 hours per week
📍 Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)
💼 Salary: c. £42,000–£45,000 (FTE)
👉 Find out more: zurl.co/mWhS2
📨How to apply - Send a tailored CV and covering letter (max. 2 pages) to ScotlandExecutive@LHH.com.
SCLD wishes you a fantastic start to 2026! Most of our team will be off until Monday 6th Jan, but we’ll be back, refreshed, and ready to go
We look forward to working together to create a Scotland where people with learning disabilities live full safe and loving lives.
Let’s make 2026 the best yet
Merry Christmas from everyone at SCLD! Whatever you are doing today we hope your day is filled with joy, laughter, and maybe a mince pie or two.
If you need someone to talk to today:
Breathing Space: 0800 838587
Samaritans: 116 123
If you need support over the festive season, you can reach out to:
Breathing Space: 0800 838587
Samaritans: 116 123
Most of our team are taking a break over the festive period - our office is still open, but we’re running with a reduced team, so responses may be a little slower than usual.
We want to take a moment to say a huge thank you to all our supporters, friends, and allies for everything you’ve done with and for people with learning disabilities in 2025.
