Geoff Leask (He/Him)

Scotland is a place where all young people should be given the opportunity to have a rewarding future in work and life no matter where they start their journey.

[Geoff Leask (He/Him) @LeaskGeoff]

@Will_Fuzz My first visit to this beautiful venue in Dundee since 4th May 1982 when @Bunnymen played last gig on their Scottish Highland tour #Dundee

[Henry Leask @HenryLeask]

A Scottish Football XI (4-4-2) inspired by street names here in Colombo, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

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[Graeme Easton @graemeeaston]

Pretty quiet night at Hampden.

Just announcing some goals and Scotland going to the World Cup.

Incredible.

#SCODEN #Scotland

[COSLA @COSLA]

👏 Amazing work by @DundeeCouncil and What Matters to You, winners of our award for Strengthening Communities and Local Democracy!

Their Family Empowerment project is helping families thrive.

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Thanks to everyone involved in making this possible @DundeeCouncil @THunterF @BBCCiN @RobertsonTrust @WmGrantFound The Northwood Trust NHS Tayside Charitable Foundation

In particular, the community members from Coldside and Maryfield 🙏

[UWS @UniWestScotland]

We spoke with Dr Geoff Leask, new UWS Honorary Doctorate, about his career, youth enterprise, and what this recognition means. With 25+ years driving change in Scotland’s third sector, his perspective is both thoughtful and inspiring.

Read more: https://t.co/z84lCUnwrV

[Geoff Leask (He/Him) @LeaskGeoff]

@thepearlfishers @UniWestScotland As the great man Joe said: "Without People you're nothing"

[Geoff Leask (He/Him) @LeaskGeoff]

Thanks to everyone at @UniWestScotland . It is a humbling experience being recognised by such a Values led organisation

[UWS @UniWestScotland]

🎓 Today at Paisley Abbey, UWS proudly awarded an Honorary Doctorate to Geoff Leask - a champion of youth enterprise & community empowerment. With 25+ years in the third sector, Geoff’s impact reflects the values we champion at UWS. Welcome to the UWS community! 💙 #UWSGrad

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Last month’s #ColumbanGathering with @Columba1400 & @DundeeCouncil was more than an event – it was a way to demonstrate the change happening in Dundee through this work💛

This is what community based system change looks like.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/vCbz9NLhgb

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Today the #MakeItHappen Fund opens for applications in Lochee. The MIHF is a grant scheme offering funding to families and individuals to support projects and initiatives that create positive change within their communities. Find out more and apply here: https://t.co/GxlT9yBJlt

[Dundee United FC @dundeeunitedfc]

The 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭 in the city of Dundee 🧡🕺

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

How can we use data differently to improve outcomes for children and families? Kerstin Jorna shares her experiences of understanding data in Dundee to improve children's journeys through the system.

#MeasuresThatMatter

[Clackmannanshire CLD @ClacksCLD]

Crochet Comforts a @WM2U_ project in the Bowmar Community Centre are looking to fill the Christmas Tree with hand made crochet decorations. The group meets every Tuesday 10-12pm free and open to all. Drop them in or pop along to the group. @ClacksCouncil @ClacksEducation

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Brilliant community led initiative from @KirktonScio
Fantastic video @JoeFitzSNP

@WM2U_ is delighted to be working alongside the Kirkton Community.

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Thanks to @DundeeFairness @DundeeCouncil @DundeeCouncilCE for inviting @WM2U_ to participate with parents at the Dundee Fairness Leadership Conference

"There is an energy in Dundee"

#NeverStandinStill

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Using Data Better to Achieve Improved Outcomes for Children and Families.
Where: COSLA Conference Centre, 19 Haymarket Yards Edinburgh EH12 5BH
When: Thursday, November 28 · 10am - 2:30pm

Book your place here: https://t.co/j8u84zxPwm

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Working with the @ClacksCouncil Family Wellbeing Partnership (FWP) we are delighted to be supporting a group of parents at the Bowmar Centre in a new group called 'Crochet Comforts'.

Full Story: https://t.co/3V0h3yBalZ

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

Thanks to @CldTalks for inviting us on to their latest Podcast with parents and @DundeeCouncil CLD Team to share the #Dundee Story available on Spotify: https://t.co/SffGgHpaqs

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

The status quo might feel safe, but it's holding us back from achieving change. Our Voice-led Systems Change event this month empowered us to believe that transforming our public services is achievable. Read our blog to learn more: https://t.co/N2oJHCgt45

[What Matters To You @WM2U_]

To accelerate our work in Clackmannanshire we are looking for someone who can listen to families and practitioners and ensure that their voice makes change.
If you have the skills for this very exciting role, then please reach out to [email protected]

https://t.co/shjy4cf4Ut