News
Read our news stories. From stories of people we support and VIPs to new partnerships, campaigns and grant awards - we've got lots to share!
Oct 2024
People Know How Update
Due to the drastic changes across the fundraising landscape in Scotland, we have had to make the difficult decision to work towards closing People Know How, which includes redundancies for all members of our staff team.…
Sep 2024
Staying connected through smartphones
By attending our digital groups, Betty learnt to send photos to friends and keep in touch with family through her mobile phone.…
Sep 2024
Summer Fun Days
This summer we ran a programme of events for young people called Summer Fun Days, building towards a positive transition to secondary school.…
Aug 2024
Reconnect is here to help
Dougie has been attending one of our digital groups since last year for employability support and has made meaningful steps to get online and become better connected to the digital world.…
Aug 2024
People Know How partners with BT to raise awareness of the switch to digital landlines
Scottish charity People Know How has partnered with BT Group to facilitate 50 events in in rural areas of Scotland, providing people with the information they need to prepare for the upcoming switch to digital landlines.…
Aug 2024
Digital support on the canal
Reconnect staff, volunteers and digital group attendees recently spent an afternoon on the Union Canal courtesy of our All Aboard canal boat…
Aug 2024
Supporting residential care through digital
People Know How provided devices to a residential care unit empowering young people to take the next steps in their lives through the power of digital.…
Jul 2024
Launching our VIP Strategy
We’ve launched our VIP Strategy, outlining our commitment to providing a rewarding experience for our VIPs (volunteers, interns and placement students).…
Jul 2024
All hands on deck
Katie volunteers on our All Aboard canal boat as part of our award-winning crew, supporting us to run trips on the Union Canal for community groups and organisations…
Jul 2024
Supporting our communities
We recently sat down with Alex, our first Learning in the Community placement student from the University of Edinburgh, to chat about his time supporting our services.…
Jun 2024
Tommy Sheppard MP visits digital group
Our Digital group at the Ripple in Restalrig was visited by local MP Tommy Sheppard, giving him an insight into the valuable support it provides for those who attend.…
Jun 2024
Thank you volunteers
Our volunteers have been part of People Know How since its inception and are integral to our growth and achievements within Edinburgh and the Lothians. This Volunteers Week we’re celebrating over 10 incredible years of VIPs.…
Jun 2024
Opportunities in the third sector
Craig has recently been promoted to Acting Digital & Wellbeing Coordinator. We spoke to him about his journey from the hospitality industry to working in the third sector.…
May 2024
Breaking digital barriers
Craig and Filip from our Reconnect team supported Edward to tackle the digital world and the challenges it presents in accessing support and essential services.…
May 2024
Reconnect featured by Nominet
Our Reconnect service has been featured by Nominet in a video showcasing our work to support adults and families increase digital and social inclusion.…
May 2024
Carl’s internship
Carl spent a month at People Know How, supporting our Reconnect and Positive Transitions services as part of Professionals UK internship.…
May 2024
The new normal
The Connecting Scotland Digital Support Helpline was pivotal in helping Ann and her family, restoring access to key resources they relied on, and increasing their digital inclusion.…
Apr 2024
Making dreams a reality
Positive Transitions Coordinator Nicola has secured a new role as an Assistant psychologist for CAMHS at NHS Lothian. Building upon the knowledge gained during her time at People Know How, Nicola looks forward to continuing to support young people in a new capacity.…
Apr 2024
Investing in people
Our Finance Coordinator Tina recently received an AAT Level 2 accounting certificate, receiving support from People Know How to upskill in her role as part of our dedication to the continuous professional development of our staff team.…
Mar 2024
A sign of the times
Rab joined our digital group at Easter Road Stadium in the summer of 2023. Thanks to the support of our Reconnect service he’s conquered his fears and is taking on the digital world one website at a time.…
Mar 2024
The importance of neurodiversity inclusivity
This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we spoke to our some of our team about the importance of neurodiversity inclusivity.…
Mar 2024
Coding with young people in Midlothian
January saw the introduction of Positive Transitions to schools in Midlothian, providing sessions on topics like coding to help young people discover what they enjoy and prepare to transition from primary to secondary school.…
Mar 2024
People Know How wins Digital Inclusion Award
People Know How has been named a winner of Holyrood’s Digital Health & Care Awards in the category of Digital Inclusion.…
Mar 2024
Digital saves lives
Michael and his family’s lives were transformed after a call to the Connecting Scotland Digital Support Helpline, keeping them connected to the digital world.…
Mar 2024
A career-changing opportunity
After completing her International Business Management degree at Heriot-Watt University, Natalia joined People Know How as a volunteer, passing her knowledge onto our digital groups.…
Jan 2024
Artistic visions
Art therapy students on placement from Queen Margaret University created art therapy groups supporting young people in Edinburgh schools.…
Jan 2024
Free digital support helpline provided by People Know How
The Connecting Scotland Helpline provides digital support to anyone in Scotland. It is free to call and is open from Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.…
Jan 2024
1,000 hours on the canal
Our All Aboard canal boat made its first trip back in May 2021. Almost two and half years later, it’s made over 200 trips, helping community groups across Edinburgh and the Lothians achieve their goals.…
Dec 2023
Celebrating 10 years and launching our strategy
The final event in our 10 Year Anniversary series took place on 13 December at the Scottish Parliament, celebrating the last decade of People Know How and launching our new strategy.…
Dec 2023
Festive period: support
Find support in Edinburgh and the Lothians over the festive period…
Dec 2023
Improving digital inclusion in Scotland
As part of our 10 Year Anniversary event series, we welcomed key representatives in digital inclusion from across sectors to discuss how we can improve digital inclusion in Scotland, sharing our learning from our Reconnect service.…
Dec 2023
Collaborating for social change
The second event in our 10 Year Anniversary series invited thought leaders from various sectors to discuss corporate social responsibility and environmental, social and governance.…
Nov 2023
Launching our Positive Transitions Report
Our Positive Transitions Report details our learning from delivering our Positive Transitions service over the last 8 years and our plans to improve school transitions in Edinburgh, the Lothians and across Scotland.…
Nov 2023
Digital supporting your goals
Our Connecting Scotland Digital Support Helpline helped David and his family through access to digital resources and information.…
Nov 2023
Befriending buddies
Through befriending sessions, Theresa helped Eilidh find her confidence and learn new skills.…
Oct 2023
A world of imagination
Our Positive Transitions service supported young person Hannah to grow more confident and make new friends at school.…
Oct 2023
Edinburgh Kiltwalk 2023
Team People Know How and teachers from St Gabriel’s RC Primary School banded together to tackle the Kiltwalk, raising £3,406.25 for those we support.…
Oct 2023
Canal clean up
The All Aboard canal boat recently welcomed the Litterbug litter picking group on their mission to clean up Edinburgh’s Union Canal.…
Oct 2023
Digitally divided
We helped Thomas to significantly reduce his bills through a social tariff and become self-reliant in the digital world.…
Oct 2023
A local lifeline
Our Connecting Scotland Digital Support Helpline was a lifeline for Mary who needed access to her iPad for vital medical and social needs.…
Oct 2023
Fun in the sun
Young people from Edinburgh and East Lothian were treated to 4 weeks of fun in the sun through our Positive Transitions Summer Programme.…
Sep 2023
Natasha knows how
Natasha joined People Know How as a GCAS intern in 2022 and has gone from strength to strength supporting children and young people.…
Sep 2023
Check mates
David, President of Chess Edinburgh and Lothians, has been finding new ways to support his organisation through digital means thanks to the support of our Reconnect service.…
Sep 2023
Digital technology and diabetes
Our Reconnect service provided a young person with a laptop that proved crucial in supporting them with their diabetes diagnosis.…
Sep 2023
Internet independence
Thanks to our Digital Support Helpline Rachel and her family received crucial support and advice that allowed them to stay safe online while using the internet.…
Sep 2023
Express yourself
Local Edinburgh charity Forget Me Notes brought their best singing voices to our All Aboard canal boat as they treated their volunteers to a fun-filled afternoon exploring the Union Canal and celebrating their achievements.…
Aug 2023
Canal comradery
Local Edinburgh charity Forget Me Notes brought their best singing voices to our All Aboard canal boat as they treated their volunteers to a fun-filled afternoon exploring the Union Canal and celebrating their achievements.…
Aug 2023
Digital discoveries
Our Reconnect service supported Amari to settle into his new home, increase his financial security and learn new digital skills along the way.…
Jul 2023
Borscht Voyage
This summer the All Aboard canal boat became the venue for Borscht Voyage; a fundraising event for victims of recent floods in the Kherson region of Ukraine.…
Jul 2023
Helpline heroes
Our Digital Support Helpline helped John to secure housing and start searching for a new job.…
Jul 2023
Reconnecting with the world
Alan combatted homelessness for three years contributing to a lack of confidence in the digital world and affected his mental health. Our Digital Support Volunteers supported him to learn an array of digital skills and secure housing.…
Jun 2023
Minecrafting friendships
Volunteer Emma wanted to utilise her spare time and give back to her community. Through volunteering with our Positive Transitions service, she helped Rhuraidgh to grow his confidence through playful sessions.…
Jun 2023
Playful performances
Placement students Imogen and Yvonne used games and an action-focused approach to drama therapy to help one child find new confidence through a dramatised character created in their sessions.…
Jun 2023
Lifelong connections
Through volunteering at People Know How, Callum found a way to merge his love for customer service, digital technology and helping those in need through being a Digital Support Volunteer.…
Jun 2023
Music makes memories
Placement student Fraser helped one young child tackle his fears, concerns and build on his relationship with his mum, all through the power of music.…
Jun 2023
A day in the life of a Digital Support Volunteer
Learn about a day in the life of Digital Support Volunteers Allan and Frank.…
Jun 2023
A day in the life of a placement student
Learn about a day in the life of social work placement students Becky and Hannah.…
May 2023
Engaging in ‘citizen research’ with the University of Edinburgh
We’re delighted to be collaborating with the University of Edinburgh on a research project around our digital inclusion work, in which our volunteers are trained as ‘citizen researchers’.…
May 2023
Building confidence through chess
Our Youth & Family Coordinator Nicola supported Alfie to increase his confidence and attend school, using a common interest in chess to ignite his passion for the game and build a support network.…
Mar 2023
People Know How turns 10
People Know How is celebrating our 10th birthday on 19 March 2023 – find out what we’ve been up to over the last 10 years…
Feb 2023
How biodiverse is your park?
Young people supported by our Positive Transitions service become citizen scientists for a day to investigate and map local biodiversity in their local park.…
Feb 2023
A warm and welcoming space on All Aboard
Our All Aboard canal boat is now a warm and welcoming space, with dedicated warm space trips taking place every Monday from 10:30am to 4pm…
Feb 2023
Partnering with the University of Edinburgh
People Know How has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Edinburgh in a new phase of cross-sectoral collaboration between the two organisations…
Feb 2023
Our new Edinburgh office
People Know How’s main Edinburgh office has moved to Connect Four at 1 Waterfront Avenue in Granton…
Dec 2022
Digital inclusion and addiction recovery
This year we ran a pilot project to provide mobile phones, tablets, mobile data and digital support to adults recovering from addiction in Edinburgh and South Lanarkshire.…
Oct 2022
Crafting confidence
Our volunteer Theresa supported young person Miley to find confidence and develop new skills through arts and crafts…
Oct 2022
Our Reconnect model
We’ve reviewed our Reconnect model to provide the best support possible for local communities recovering from the pandemic by working in collaboration to address the cost of living crisis.…
Oct 2022
Supporting families across our services
We supported one family across both our core services, helping Theresa with her digital skills, and her grandson Danny in his transition to secondary school.…
Oct 2022
A ticket to the future
We supported Julia to improve her digital skills, skills which opened up new opportunities, allowed her to secure housing, and helped her gain digital independence.…
Sep 2022
Welcoming our new Chair
We’ve welcomed a new Chair of the Board of Trustees to People Know How, Keith Dyer.…
Sep 2022
Summer days with Positive Transitions
This year’s Positive Transitions Summer Programme took participating young people to the football pitch, down the river, and even into space!…
Aug 2022
Innovative job roles at People Know How
Find out more about our three unique and innovative vacancies at People Know How – All Aboard Coordinator, Digital Support Technician and Youth & Family Coordinator.…
Jul 2022
Positive transitions through sports
Our Youth & Family Coordinator supported Rory and Jake through their school transition in Edinburgh through sports, games, and other creative activities.…
Jul 2022
From supported to supporter
By supporting Jim to learn new digital skills, he was able to find a new career and regain confidence through helping others.…
Jul 2022
Celebrating our VIPs
This summer we’ve been celebrating our amazing VIP community, from sharing their stories in Volunteers’ Week to throwing them a VIP Quiz Night!…
Jul 2022
Supporting people with data connectivity
At People Know How we’re working to end data poverty in Scotland. Through a collaboration with Good Things Foundation, we conducted new research and co-wrote a new guide that provides practical tips for organisations in providing support with connectivity.…
Jul 2022
Concert series on All Aboard
This summer our All Aboard canal boat will host a concert series presented by Live Music Now Scotland and Health All Round.…
May 2022
People Know How finalists in Digital Leaders 100
People Know How have been named as finalists in the Digital Leaders 100 list for 2022, highlighting the latest champions of digital transformation across the UK. The charity is now looking for your vote in the People’s Choice Award.…
May 2022
Winning the Inclusive Workplace Award
We’ve been awarded the Inclusive Workplace Award, recognising our commitment to recruiting and supporting staff and VIPs who have a disability or long-term condition…
Apr 2022
Jamie’s story: Chair of the Board of Trustees
As Jamie prepares to step down as our Chair after serving on our board for 8 years, we’ve been reflecting on some memories of his time at People Know How.…
Mar 2022
Inês’ People Know How experience
Inês recently completed an internship of six months with People Know How, supporting children, young people and adults across our services.…
Mar 2022
Achieving two Quality in Befriending Excellence Awards
We’ve achieved Quality in Befriending Excellence Awards two services, recognising the high quality of practice demonstrated in each.…
Mar 2022
A Fundraising & Development Coordinator role with a difference
We’ve partnered with Queen Margaret University to offer a role that combines real-life experience with a degree in Business Management…
Feb 2022
All Aboard canal boat to feature on Songs of Praise
All Aboard, the canal boat run by People Know How and Polwarth Parish Church is set to feature on the BBC’s Songs of Praise on 20 February 2022.…
Feb 2022
Place-based collaboration for digital inclusion
We’ve been working with Good Things Foundation to create a how-to guide on place-based collaboration for digital inclusion.…
Dec 2021
Reconnect: 1 year in East Lothian
After 1 year of delivering Reconnect in East Lothian, we’re reflecting on some of the key milestones and stories from that time.…
Dec 2021
Positive Transitions: 2 years in East Lothian
After over 2 years of delivering Positive Transitions in East Lothian, we’re reflecting on some of the key milestones and stories from that time.…
Dec 2021
People Know How acquires new space in Meadowbank
People Know How are collaborating with Homes for Students to take up a new community space bringing together students and citizens in Craigentinny and Meadowbank in the new development, Straits Meadow.…
Nov 2021
Four 525 Ferry Road tenants shortlisted for Scottish Charity Awards
In October four organisations based in 525 Ferry Road were shortlisted in the Scottish Charity Awards…
Nov 2021
Catalyst for Impact Fund invest £250,000 in People Know How
The Catalyst for Impact Fund has invested £250,000 in People Know How over a 5 year period to support the development of social mobility in Scotland.…
Oct 2021
People Know How win Scottish Charity Award
We’ve been awarded a Scottish Charity Award in the Digital Citizens category for our work supporting thousands of people with digital over the last year!…
Oct 2021
Delivering our 2,000th device
We’ve delivered our 2,000th device as part of our Computer Delivery project. To celebrate this achievement, we invited Cllr Cammy Day to make the delivery.…
Oct 2021
Volunteering as a steppingstone to a new career
Tony’s time as a volunteer helped him to gain experience and change his career at 50, progressing into a master’s degree in psychology…
Sep 2021
All Aboard Boat Launch
The All Aboard Boat Launch event welcomed over 250 guests over three days, celebrating the launch of this new community asset…
Aug 2021
Launching the All Aboard canal boat
On Saturday 25 September, Scottish charity People Know How and Polwarth Parish Church will be officially launching their new canal boat, All Aboard.…
Aug 2021
People Know How shortlisted for national charity award
People Know How are set to star at this year’s Scottish Charity Awards, having been listed as finalists in the Digital Citizen’s category!…
Aug 2021
Floating exhibition features young people’s artwork
You’re invited to our floating exhibition showcasing the artistic creations from summer arts programme, Dear Lothian!…
Jun 2021
Transitions Club
Damian took part in our Transitions Club, supporting P7s embarking on the transition to high school during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Jun 2021
Launching Dear Lothian
Young people from Edinburgh and East Lothian will explore their local area through the arts in our partnership project, Dear Lothian.…
Jun 2021
A new world of communication
Pat’s new iPad and internet connection opened up a new world of communication for her, enabling her to communicate with her deaf family members over FaceTime.…
May 2021
People Know How in East Lothian
Social innovation charity People Know How have been supporting the East Lothian community since 2019 through their services for children, young people, adults and families.…
Apr 2021
Providing devices to St Teresa’s Youth Club
We were delighted to provide digital devices for the young people in St Teresa’s Youth Club in Craigmillar, Edinburgh as part of our Computer Delivery project.…
Apr 2021
Launching our East Lothian Lottery page
People Know How have joined the East Lothian Lottery! Buy tickets to win prizes of up to £25,000 whilst supporting our work in the community!…
Mar 2021
Spotlight on our staff: Archana
We spoke to Archana, one of our Learn Digital Coordinators, about the journey that led her to People Know How.…
Mar 2021
Positive Transitions awarded National Lottery grant
Our Positive Transitions service has been awarded a £248,000 grant from the National Lottery which will benefit over 1,200 young people through our projects.…
Mar 2021
Our COVID response: 1 year later
A year ago today, People Know How left their offices to begin delivering their support online and over the phone. We took a look back at how we’ve adapted in the last year.…
Mar 2021
Collaborating with the University of Edinburgh to improve school transitions
People Know How have partnered with the University of Edinburgh to offer a fully funded PhD studentship to undertake a participatory action-research project on positive school transitions.…
Feb 2021
Helping Edinburgh businesses help the community
Edinburgh businesses have the opportunity to help their communities and the environment during the coronavirus pandemic thanks to a new collaboration between charitable organisations, the Edinburgh Remakery and People Know How.…
Feb 2021
Realising creative ambitions in retirement
Our Computer Delivery project has helped Ian pursue his post-retirement writing ambitions during COVID-19.…
Feb 2021
Purchasing our All Aboard canal boat
People Know How and Polwarth Parish Church are delighted to announce the purchase of our All Aboard canal boat, which will nurture community cohesion and wellbeing in the community.…
Dec 2020
Connecting through iPad apps
Meet May, one of our Computer Delivery recipients who received an iPad and internet connection and has since discovered the power of apps.…
Dec 2020
Publishing our preliminary report on Connect Four: Digital Inclusion
We’ve published our preliminary report on Connect Four: Digital Inclusion, a event we held in November to create tangible change towards digital inclusion.…
Oct 2020
Connecting digitally: Mark’s story
Our Computer Delivery project has helped Mark overcome social isolation, stay connected, and to access support services during COVID-19.…
Sep 2020
The life-changing impact of basic digital skills
We supported Valerie to learn the basics of using her laptop and phone and allowing her grow in confidence, increase her independence and to save money!…
Sep 2020
Connecting with family while shielding: Ailsa story
By supporting Ailsa to use her iPad, she was able to stay connected with her family while shielding.…
Sep 2020
Young Artists Club exhibition
Members of our Young Artists Club have been exploring the world of art! Take a look at our exhibition, showing some of their favourite pieces.…
Sep 2020
Mythical Mystery Squad: helping young people prepare for secondary school
Read all about our Mythical Mystery Squad, an online adventure to unravel riddles, solve clues and embark on a magical journey across Scotland!…
Aug 2020
Bridging theory and practice
We’re relaunching our Research Briefings project as the Connect Four Journal, continuing to bridge theory and practice and share our learning!…
Aug 2020
Delivering our 500th device
We’ve delivered our 500th device through our Computer Delivery project. To celebrate this achievement, we invited Ben Macpherson MSP to make the delivery.…
Aug 2020
Meet our new staff
Thanks to funding we were awarded as a result of our rapid response to the coronavirus outbreak, we’re delighted to introduce our eight new members of staff.…
Aug 2020
HSBC donates 735 devices
HSBC has supported our Computer Delivery project with multiple large donations, allowing us to provide devices for even more homes during lockdown.…
Aug 2020
Investing in our VIPs
A year after appointing our VIP Coordinator as part of our Strategic Plan, we’re now working towards Volunteer Scotland’s “Investing in Volunteers” award.…
Jul 2020
Collaboration is vital and coronavirus shows us why
We’ve always valued our partnerships but especially in this time of coronavirus, People Know How is reflecting on its collaborations and future initiatives.…
Jun 2020
Digital inclusion, wellbeing and creativity
Our computer delivery project has helped Duncan to get back into creating music, allowing creativity to positively influence his wellbeing during the coronavirus outbreak.…
Jun 2020
Volunteers’ Week 2020
This Volunteers’ Week we wanted to thank our volunteers for their support during these uncertain and unusual times!…
Jun 2020
Supporting families: Sharon’s story
Our project to get computers and devices to those in need has helped Sharon’s mother stay connected with her family during the coronavirus lockdown.…
May 2020
Spotlight on our ESC volunteers
As we’ve been busy adapting our services during coronavirus, we’ve had some help from our European Solidarity Corps volunteers Sara, Naia and Jakob.…
May 2020
People Know How releases study on combating digital exclusion
People Know How has published a research briefing considering the problem of digital exclusion and how it should be combated, with particular focus on COVID-19.…
May 2020
Collaborating within 525 Ferry Road
We’ve been collaborating with our new neighbour, Scran Academy, on a number of projects and services to support the community.…
May 2020
An online celebration
Our computer delivery project has helped Lorraine and her family come together online to celebrate her mother’s 89th birthday.…
Apr 2020
Delivering computers to the community
Our project to deliver computers to those who need help staying connected, accessing support or home-schooling during coronavirus is in high demand with community members in and around Edinburgh and East Lothian!…
Apr 2020
Staying connected during the coronavirus outbreak
People Know How have partnered with Venture Scotland, Taranata Group, Edinburgh Palette, the University of Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Remakery to get computers to those who need them during the current coronavirus outbreak.…
Feb 2020
Finding your passion at People Know How
We’re proud of our volunteer Alice who developed her communications and marketing skills with us and has now been hired in this very field!…
Jan 2020
The People Know How Experience
At People Know How you can be sure to meet people from all over the world, with wonderful skills and experiences to share! In 2019 we were joined by two fabulous interns, Pilar and Julia.…
Jan 2020
Canine collaboration at 525 Ferry Road
Our dog-friendly offices at 525 Ferry Road prompted a creative fundraising project that warmed all of our hearts.…
Dec 2019
Connecting Four
On 18 November 2019 People Know How hosted the event Connect Four, inviting representatives from the third, academic, business and public sectors to collaborate towards social innovation. Launching our Strategic Plan Connect Four was born from our Strategic Plan, which marked a step change for us going forward and focussed…
Nov 2019
Reflecting on Shaping your future
Our community consultation, Shaping your future, led to our Walking Befriending and Wellbeing Calls projects, as well as our support of the new Craigentinny Community Hub and the redevelopment of Loganlea Park. The consultation Shaping your future was a community consultation that aimed to capture as many different voices as…
Nov 2019
Supporting Craigentinny Community Hub
With renovations hoping to begin in 2021, the new Community Hub will host local community groups, charities, small businesses and social enterprises.…
Nov 2019
Purple Tuesday at People Know How
People Know How took part in Purple Tuesday 2019, pledging to make a change to improve the customer experience for our disabled VIPs and service users.…
Nov 2019
Meet Jamie
Read Leia’s story and all about her experiences as a People Know How befriender.…
Nov 2019
Meet Jonathan
Read Leia’s story and all about her experiences as a People Know How befriender.…
Nov 2019
Reconnect named Power Up project
We’re thrilled to be part of the Power Up Initiative, working towards an inclusive digital economy, where everyone can benefit from digital to improve lives, businesses and communities.…
Nov 2019
Meet Emily
Read Emily’s story about her role as Positive Transitions Coordinator, managing our Befriending project!…
Nov 2019
Meet Leia
Read Leia’s story and all about her experiences as a People Know How befriender.…
Oct 2019
‘Health & Wellbeing’ at the heart of Befriending Week
With one week to go, this year’s Befriending Week focuses on Health and Wellbeing! We’re exploring how our befriending projects impact on this theme. Reducing loneliness and social isolation Befriending Week is a nation-wide event which celebrates the positive impact that befriending has on individuals and communities across Scotland. The…
Oct 2019
Launching Music Therapy
On Friday 4 October we began delivering Music Therapy sessions at Leith Academy. The Music Therapy segment of ours Arts Therapies project, in partnership with Queen Margaret University, was launched under our Positive Transitions Service, which supports children, young people and families across Edinburgh. A safe space After the success of…
Sep 2019
5 reasons to become a volunteer
Why should you volunteer with People Know How? We’ve made a list of our top 5 reasons! Volunteering is beneficial for people of all ages, from all backgrounds and with any interests! From young people who want to enhance their CVs, adults who find they have some spare time on…
Sep 2019
People Know How awarded £50,000 grant
We’re excited to announce that our Positive Transitions Service has been awarded a £50,000 grant by Ecclesiastical Insurance as part of the 2019 Movement for Good Awards! You may have read our article from August in which we announced that we were shortlisted to receive a £50,000 grant in Ecclesiastical…
Sep 2019
Christina McKelvie MSP visits People Know How
On 11 September 2019 Christina McKelvie MSP, Scottish Government Minister for Older People & Equalities visited People Know How to learn all about our projects and services, with a particular focus on befriending. Befriending for young people People Know How has been delivering befriending since 2014. Part of our Positive…
Aug 2019
People Know How shortlisted for £50,000 grant
We are delighted that our Positive Transitions service has been shortlisted by Ecclesiastical Insurance to receive a grant of £50,000 as part of the 2019 Movement for Good Awards. Vote for People Know HowPositive Transitions supports disadvantaged children and young people in Edinburgh, offering activities to promote positive mental wellbeing…
Aug 2019
Launching our Annual Report
We’ve launched our latest Annual Report, reflecting on our most successful year yet!…
Aug 2019
Welcoming new staff
This month we welcome three new staff members into the People Know How staff team.…
Jun 2019
Establishing our headquarters
We’ve been granted occupancy in a new space in which we’ll establish our headquarters. People Know How has been granted occupancy in a new student-led residential development on London Road. Basing ourselves here, we will ensure that development in the North East remains loyal to its community, and we will…
Jun 2019
Launching All Aboard
On Saturday we launched our new project, All Aboard The launch of our new project All Aboard was celebrated on Saturday 15th June 2019, when guests gathered in Polwarth Parish Church Canal Gardens as part of the 2019 Edinburgh Canal Festival and Raft Race. The sun peeked through the clouds…
Jun 2019
Cabinet Secretary Aileen Campbell MSP is All Aboard!
To celebrate Volunteers Week, People Know How were joined by Aileen Campbell MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government. Ms Campbell heard all about our new project All Aboard and joined us on a cruise along the Union Canal. Summer pilot This outing formed part of an ongoing summer…
Jun 2019
Supporting our volunteers: Andrew’s story
We have been working in partnership with Edinburgh Palette to provide Supported Work Placements for volunteers. One such volunteer is Andrew Deeming, who, after undertaking this placement, has now found work in his desired field. “If you try reverse the system and say, ‘How can I help you get the…
Apr 2019
Art Therapy graffiti outing
On Friday 5 April a group of ten students from primary and high schools across Edinburgh got together to celebrate the end of another successful Art Therapy programme with People Know How. The students journeyed to Spectrum Arts based in Ocean Terminal. There they learnt about the history of graffiti…
Dec 2018
People Know How Receives National Lottery Award
Edinburgh-based charity People Know How has received a National Lottery award from the Big Lottery Fund to support their Positive Transitions service, providing support to children, young people and families and helping them to overcome challenging circumstances. The service offers support through a large variety of projects, catering to the…
Nov 2018
Trains of thought: celebrating People Know How
Trains of thought was an informative and interactive exhibition and event series that took place in Autumn 2018.…