Post by British Red Cross - Health and Care

SCVO (Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations) in Conversation with Rob Murray - MIOL Our Director, Rob Murray, recently sat down with the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) at The Gathering 2026 to talk all things British Red Cross. The Gathering is the UK’s largest voluntary sector event, bringing together organisations and individuals from across Scotland in Edinburgh to share insights, learn from one another, and celebrate the vital contribution of volunteers. In the interview, Rob reflects on his nearly 20-year career in Scotland’s voluntary sector and discusses the breadth of support the British Red Cross provides - both here at home and internationally. He also touches on some of the sector’s biggest challenges, including: 🟢 Recruitment and retention 🟢 Short-term funding cycles 🟢 The need for the voluntary sector to be recognised as an equal partner by government Importantly, Rob calls on the wider sector to shout louder about the real value these organisations bring to communities across Scotland. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eRWpNP4k #TheGathering2026 #VoluntarySector #ScottishThirdSector #BritishRedCross #Leadership #CommunityImpact