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Feb 21, 2022

In November 2021, Iriss held event that explored how to shape and support independent, inclusive living for people.

Our guest speaker was Kiana Kalantar-Hormozi, an artist, filmmaker and activist. She was nominated one of the 30, most inspirational women in Scotland under the age of 30 in 2017, and was Muscular...


Feb 9, 2022

For disabled people, what has been the learning from the Covid-19 pandemic? And what now needs to happen to ensure better lives? 

Michael McEwan, a reporter on disability issues, speaks to Health Journalist and Broadcaster, Pennie Taylor about the history of care and support for people with disabilities, the impact...


Jan 19, 2022

Jayne Glass and Mark Shucksmith present the findings from the Rural Lives report published in March 2021.

It investigates why and how people in rural areas experience poverty and social exclusion, with a focus on financial hardship and vulnerability.

The research is based on three study areas: Harris, East Perthshire...


Dec 8, 2021

What can rural social workers take from the experiences of the pandemic and how can they stay connected?

Digital technologies and our experiences during COVID-19 have highlighted new ways for rural social workers to connect to and support one another, and gain access to new learning opportunities.

Iain Ramsay,...


Nov 26, 2021

Cop 26, the global United Nations climate change conference took place this month in Glasgow.

What is the impact of the climate emergency on disabled people and how do they have their voices heard? 

Michael McEwan speaks with Susie Fitton, Policy Officer at Inclusion Scotland about their involvement at Cop 26, the...