What we're reading - 14th October
/This article was featured in the SCDC Weekly - 14th October 2026
What we're reading
Mapping the evidence base for the community food sector
Community Food and Health Scotland, part of PHS, is mapping published evidence from international and UK-based studies. Their aim is to better understand how a diverse range of community food activities contribute to a variety of outcomes, including health and wellbeing, social connectedness, and individual food security.
Inclusion Scotland: Have your say on the future of local council services
With Scottish local council elections taking place in 2027, Inclusion Scotland are asking Disabled people what changes they want councils to prioritise. These views will help shape Inclusion Scotland's Manifesto for Inclusion, setting out disabled people's priorities for future council candidates. Closes 13 November 2026.
Our Future on the Table film
A new short film explores the role communities play in Scotland’s just transition. Produced by Just Transition Communities Project, the film reflects the range of community conversations which have taken place in the North East of Scotland around how we achieve a lower-carbon, future that is fair, inclusive and leaves nobody behind.
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