This research briefing evaluates the impact of online meetings upon mental health and inequality in the wake of COVID-19.
The difficulties for children in the transition from primary school to secondary school in Scotland
This research briefing explores existing literature on the transition from primary school to secondary school for pupils in Scotland.
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.
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.
Meet Jamie
Read Leia’s story and all about her experiences as a People Know How befriender.
Meet Jonathan
Read Leia’s story and all about her experiences as a People Know How befriender.
Meet Emily
Read Emily’s story about her role as Positive Transitions Coordinator, managing our Befriending project!
Meet Leia
Read Leia’s story and all about her experiences as a People Know How befriender.
‘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 event is held each year from 1-7 November and brings …
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 the Art Therapy segment of the project, we were enthused …
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 their hands, or retirees looking to use their skills to …
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 Insurance’s Movement for Good awards. A month later we’re now …