Shaurna Dickson

[scosli @_scosli]

Our membership fees remain the same as they were almost 6 years ago, supporting its members through the cost of living crisis, and currently offering subsidised training opportunities. Annual fee £50/£25 https://t.co/qp7s5EdyNv

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

Established during Covid and still going strong!

[scosli @_scosli]

Did you know we’re nearly 6 years old? Times sure does fly! SCOSLI is as committed today as it was back in 2020 in promoting good practice and high standards of sign language interpreting in Scotland. #bescosli https://t.co/sgY3MytYRI

[scosli @_scosli]

Are you an interpreter based in Scotland? Would you like to be part of a supportive group providing access to great training? Visit the SCOSLI website for more information and start your membership today! Student £25. TSLI/RSLI £50. https://t.co/WkpjkYepZ2

[scosli @_scosli]

Members enjoyed our AGM yesterday followed by an informative session on interpreting in police settings led by Constable Stephanie Rose, Constable Katy Edwards from Police Scotland and our very own member Donna Jewell (RSLI). A follow up session will be planned.

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

Great catching up with colleagues old and new yesterday 😀

[scosli @_scosli]

🔹️Last night our members took part in an information session about Deaflympics. Thank you to all who attended, and thank you to Stuart for hosting the session! We all thoroughly enjoyed it! We are delighted to announce SCOSLI will be making a donation to Deaflympics 🔹️

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

@on_lothianbuses why does your new app not have the live bus times function like the old one? It was very useful and much missed!

[Police Scotland @PoliceScotland]

Sextortion is a form of online blackmail. Criminals threaten to share nude or semi-nude photographs of the victim if money is not paid or if the victim does not comply with some other harmful demand.

This is a crime.

Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/fHtt1PTTch

#16DaysOfActivism

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

@HelenBevan It's difficult when those at the top want to ignore what is being said don't take on board the reality cause their ego won't allow it. It means failure for staff and the community they are there to serve. Honesty, accountability and communication are key.

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

Definitely turnips!! No pumpkins 🎃❌

[Brand Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 @Scotland]

Did you know that in Scotland turnips were traditionally carved before pumpkins became popular? 🎃

original video📷IG/buzzedblooms

#Samhain #TurnipCarving #PumpkinCarving #Halloween

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

Loved this song 🎤🎶

[World Federation of the Deaf @WFDeaf_org]

𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟑 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫: 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 #𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 by working with your local and national associations to announce the achievement of a concrete goal for deaf communities today.

Read more: https://t.co/FYo0uUGOKx
#IWDP & #IDSL

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

Having worked in places where I didn't feel I belonged due to the culture there, I agree with this 100%

[Helen Bevan @HelenBevan]

Building a sense of belonging is an act of leadership. It creates the conditions for people around us to feel supported & valued & to thrive. Even small moments of connection or reflection can have a big impact on people's sense of belonging.
@GeoffCohen, author of "Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides", suggests seven ways to build belonging for ourselves & others:
1) Reach out: small actions matter.
2) Don’t underestimate the benefits of connection: even little connections energise us.
3) Don’t be so quick to judge others: we tend to over-blame people (personality/ability/virtues) & under-blame situations & context.
4) Be welcoming at the beginning: we can improve retention by helping new people evoke their best self during the induction process, rather than trying to “break them in.”
5) Give wise criticism: give feedback in a way that helps people learn but isn’t threatening or undermining to their sense of belonging.
6) Share stories of adversity: stories of people who have gone before us help us to see our shared humanity.
7) Listen to other people’s perspectives: ask them questions about what’s standing in the way of their belonging & how we can help.
https://t.co/qK50OOZL8L. I've paired this with my favourite graphic about (not) belonging that came via @mme_hopkins

[BDA Scotland @BDA_Scot]

Bringing Our Deaf Community and Councils Together: Know Your Rights Monday 23rd September 2024 10am - 4pm The Barracks Conference Centre, Stirling, FK8 1QZ @InspiringSland @ScotGovEdu @ScotGovFairer @IS_EqualityHR

[SignHealth @SignHealth]

It's important to remember that whilst we enjoy watching the Euros tournament, victims can be more at risk of domestic abuse. Enjoy the Euros but be safe. #Euros2024 #EndAbuseTogether

ALT Text: Euros video poster with seven people talking/signing to the camera.

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

@scottish_water and Clancy now over 3 days with no work on this obstruction. Causing dangerous driving on Lochend Road, Edinburgh. What is the issue?

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

@Edinburgh_CC Thanks. I'm aware of the delays but concerned food bins have been sitting outside, all together for over a week. Thank goodness it's not been hot.

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

@Edinburgh_CC these bins have been sitting like this for over 1 week. Food and non-recyclable. I know you are short staffed but it's getting ridiculous now. EH6 area.

[Shaurna Dickson @shaurnied]

@ash_robin @SignHealth Congratulations! Good luck 👍🏻