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Creative (re)presentation

‘Creative (re)presentation - Telling stories through a participatory and voice-led approach and the making of the film Healing Pitch' - is a free online session focused on including people's authentic experiences in creative ways that empowers people without exposing them to harm. If you are…
Published 11 Mar 2026 in Events
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Getting ideas off the ground: what supports change?

Big ideas and bold visions for change are everywhere but making them work in practice is often the hardest part. Why do good ideas struggle to take root? And what does it really take to move from…
Published 9 Mar 2026 in Events
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We're hiring!

We're looking for a new Development Lead to join our team.
Published 9 Mar 2026 in News
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Local Learning Partnerships

Iriss is pleased to be a national partner in the Local Learning Partnerships initiative led by the Scottish Government.
Published 17 Feb 2026 in News
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New Insight - 'Hoarding disorder: Towards a unified approach beyond disciplines'

Today we are delighted to launch our Insight - 'Hoarding disorder: towards a unified approach beyond disciplines', written by Linda Fay of the Hoarding Academy with Dr Katherine Parsons of…
Published 20 Jan 2026 in News
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First National Survey on Anti-racism in Social Work

Iriss has published the first National Survey on Anti-racism in Social Work. Commissioned by the Scottish Government, the survey polled attitudes and experiences of racism across social work…
Published 12 Aug 2025 in News
Ethical Commissioning Support for Commissioners Learning Report

New report released - 'Ethical Commissioning Support for Commissioners Learning Report'

Iriss has released the 'Ethical Commissioning Support for Commissioners Learning Report,' aiming to assist commissioners in implementing ethical commissioning and procurement practices within adult…
Published 6 May 2025 in News
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Iriss has published a ten year strategy

After a period of consultation, strategising and development, Iriss has released a document outlining the organisations strategy from 2025 to 2035. 
Published 20 Jan 2025 in News
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Launch of Leading Chronology Improvement Tool for testing

Iriss is delighted to publish Leading Chronology Improvement: Reflection and Self-assessment Tool. This new tool is designed to help leaders to improve chronology practice.
Published 11 Nov 2024 in News
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No room for racism in social work

Help us at Iriss and the Anti-Racism Oversight Group for Social Work improve your and your colleagues experience in social work…
Published 7 Nov 2024 in News
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ASPire Hub supporting improved quality in Adult Support and Protection

Iriss is proud to say that the ASPire Hub, a place for everyone working in Adult Support and Protection to access and share resources, is supporting two new drives to improve quality in ASP work…
Published 30 Oct 2024 in News

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