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An intern in exceptional times

Robertson Scholar Connor McAuley is a fourth-year Physics student at Strathclyde University. Here he shares his reflections on his summer internship, completed virtually in unusual circumstances.
September 2020
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Bringing your work to life with a great case study

Nothing brings work to life like a great case study. Funding Manager Karin Earl takes a look at a recent real-life example from one of our funded organisation and breaks down what made it stand out to our Giving Team.
September 2020
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Systems change: Exploring the new world

People today face complex problems that require bold and creative solutions at a systems level. But what does system change look like, and what role can funders play in supporting it?
September 2020
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Preparing for the launch of our new strategy

Our new strategy will launch later this month.
September 2020
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Strategy update: What to expect from our funds

The Head of our Giving Team, Lesley Macdonald, gives an update on our funds ahead of our strategy launch later this month.
September 2020
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Capacity building with the Social Enterprise Academy

Find out more about SEA's blended learning programme, which offers opportunities for self-directed learning, facilitator-led learning and group coaching.
September 2020
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Three new Trustees announced

Campbell Robb, Dr Ligia Teixeira and Donald Workman have joined The Robertson Trust's Board of Trustees.
September 2020
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New CEO appointed

We are delighted to announce Jim McCormick's appointment as new Chief Executive Officer of The Robertson Trust.
September 2020
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Hosting a Robertson Scholar

Mike Buchan, Office Manager at real estate firm JLL in Glasgow, talks about his experience of hosting Robertson Scholars for their summer internships. Two former interns reflect on their experiences helped to shape their future careers.
September 2020
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Implications of Covid-19 for youth work

Mark McGeachie, Head of Partnerships and Sustainability at Youth Scotland, writes a guest blog on the implications of the pandemic for youth work.
September 2020
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What's new with Social Bridging Finance

Early findings from the evaluation of a funding model which aims to bring together a working partnership of public sector, third sector and independent funders to drive positive change.
September 2020
Blog

A coronavirus message from our chair

In this personal blog, our chair, Shonaig Macpherson, talks about the Trust's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
September 2020
Article

About poverty and trauma

Poverty and trauma (especially in childhood) can affect people’s wellbeing and life chances significantly. Find out more about the wider context in Scotland.
September 2020
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What we do

We fund and support organisations working to alleviate poverty and trauma in Scotland. We also inform and influence the sector, stakeholders and decision-makers, sharing our knowledge, solutions and networks.
August 2020
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Our story

Founded 60 years ago by the Robertson sisters, we continue to build on their vision and legacy. Discover more about our story.
August 2020