ARC Scotland

22/04/2026

Looking for accessible guides to voting?
Everyone's Vote Matters Scotland has created Easy Read, Large Print/Screen-Reader friendly and Audio formats so that EVERYONE can exercise their right to vote on 7th May.

https://www.everyonesvotematters.com/

Everyone’s Vote Matters is a community led project offering free, neutral and accessible voting guides. These guides help people understand how voting works in Scotland ahead of the 2026 election on Thursday 7 May.

The guides are available in:
• More than 20 languages
• Easy Read
• Large Print and screen reader friendly formats
• Audio formats (English)

They support New Scots, disabled people, young first time voters, and anyone who faces barriers accessing clear voting information.

Image description: Illustration of a hand placing a ballot paper with a QR code into a voting box. Text reads “Free, neutral and inclusive voting guides for everyone.” A list shows formats available: 20+ languages, large print, Easy Read and audio. A heart with the Scottish flag is shown. At the bottom, the text says “Your voice. Your home. Your vote.” and “everyonesvotematters.com”.

Find out more and access the guides: https://www.everyonesvotematters.com/

13/04/2026

ARC Scotland brings you training rooted in real life.
"The Trainer clearly has a fantastic understanding of the subject professionally and personally" quote from previous participant.

Struggling with transitions? Our flagship training course Getting Transitions Right 1 will give you the knowledge and confidence to make a real difference to the lives of young people with additional support needs as they become adults.

Getting Transitions Right 1 runs 9.30am - 12.30 - 2 x half days - 11th & 12th May 2026 (online) - please note you must attend both days.

Secure your space now: https://shorturl.at/idAIy

08/04/2026

Building confidence to do things is a slow process: - find out how as a parent or a professional you can help this happen in our Getting Transitions right 2 training.

Getting Transitions Right 2 is an interactive course for professionals and carers supporting young people with additional support needs into adulthood.

Together, we share tools, real stories, and practical strategies to make change that lasts, one transition at a time.

🗓️ The next session is coming up on 29th April - book your place today:
👉 https://arcscotland.org.uk/event/getting-transitions-right-2-with-families/

01/04/2026

Take part in this survey from Skills Development Scotland, open until 31 May

Parents and carers! Skills Development Scotland (SDS) is running a survey to find out how parents, carers and their young people discuss careers, career education and about your awareness and use of SDS services such as My World of Work. Your feedback will help SDS to understand your needs and how SDS can improve their services. Prize draw! Open until 31 May 2026.

https://sds.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_77GPkPZJYmfc0lw

31/03/2026

We support Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities 12 points plan 👏👇

SCLD has launched a new 12 Point Plan for Change setting out key priorities for the next Scottish Government.

The plan has been shaped by the voices and experiences of people with learning disabilities and has support from 18 of our partner organisations across the third sector.

As a central priority, the plan asks the next Scottish Government to bring forward an LDAN Bill. The LDAN Bill represents a critical opportunity to address the systemic inequalities and barriers that people with learning disabilities experience every day. And the recently published proposals for LDAN Bill provisions provide a strong basis for an incoming government to progress a Bill early in the next Parliament.

The plan also sets out concrete actions to:

✔ Improve health outcomes
✔ Strengthen rights
✔ Support independent living
✔ Reform social care
✔ Build more inclusive communities and workplaces

As we approach the 2026 election, 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.

With the right policies, attitudes and investment, Scotland can do better – and build a fairer Scotland where people with learning disabilities can live healthy, independent and fulfilling lives as equal citizens.

Read the full 12 Point Plan here 👉 https://zurl.co/SDHNp

26/03/2026

Meet Lynnette, one of our Digital Empowerment trainers! 🎥

Nothing beats hearing from the people who actually lead the way. In this video, Lynnette shares why our Digital Empowerment training is so vital for people with support needs and their supporters.

Our training is unique because it's co-delivered by people with lived experience. We don't just talk about online safety; we share real stories about navigating scams, social media, and staying connected.

Watch the video to hear Lynnette’s perspective, then book your spot below!

🔗 Book here: https://arcscotland.org.uk/event/digital-empowerment/

25/03/2026

Looks like another great meeting - looking forward to reading what people said in the report on this one.

25/03/2026

What is the answer to the question "what was the hardest part of kind of letting go in transition for you both?" as a parent and young person transitions is hard - find out how to successfully navigate this and more at Getting Transitions right 2 training run by ARC Scotland.

Getting Transitions Right 2 is an interactive course for professionals and carers supporting young people with additional support needs into adulthood.

Together, we share tools, real stories, and practical strategies to make change that lasts, one transition at a time.

🗓️ The next session is coming up on 29th April - book your place today:
👉 https://arcscotland.org.uk/event/getting-transitions-right-2-with-families/

23/03/2026

Struggling with transitions? Our flagship training course Getting Transitions Right 1 will give you the knowledge and confidence to make a real difference to the lives of young people with additional support needs as they become adults.
Find out about up-to-date legislation, policy and good practice and how to translate it into better experiences for everyone involved. Grounded in lived experience, this course informs and inspires anyone involved in transitions to influence lasting, inclusive change.
“The most informative and fun training I have attended” previous participant
Getting Transitions Right 1 runs 9.30am - 12.30 - 2 x half days - 11th & 12th May 2026 (online) - please note you must attend both days.
Secure your space now: https://shorturl.at/idAIy

21/03/2026

Today is World Down Syndrome Day, and this year’s theme is a vital one: .

Everyone experiences loneliness, but for those with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities, that isolation is often systemic. It affects families, caregivers, and individuals alike.

The solution? True inclusion.

It means having a seat at the table and a voice in the conversation.

It means friendships that matter and support systems that actually support.

At ARC Scotland, we are proud to champion this cause through:

👉 Our Networks - Creating communities where voices are heard and valued: https://arcscotland.org.uk/networks/

👉 Training & Consultancy - Equipping professionals and organisations to lead with inclusion: https://arcscotland.org.uk/training/

👉 Professional Qualifications - Empowering the workforce with the skills to provide high-quality, person-centered support: https://arcscotland.org.uk/qualifications/

This World Down Syndrome Day, let’s commit to building a world where no one has to walk alone.

19/03/2026

The NIN meeting is next Tuesday 24 March 11am to 2.30pm at The Pearce Institute - are you going??🥳

Here is Jack talking about what community means to him. This related to our NIN meeting on the 24th of march 2026 which is themed 'Community'.

18/03/2026

We have a rare opportunity to join ARC Scotland as our Accredited Training Coordinator. With a passion for customer service, you will lead our team of assessors, verifiers and trainers delivering SVQs and short course delivery across Scotland. You will ensure we meet the highest levels of quality assurance and compliance required of us by Qualifications Scotland. If you believe in impactful, meaningful qualifications that achieve our aim of a more inclusive Scotland, please apply - https://shorturl.at/OG0gU