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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today we publish crucial new data on transitions. The Compass National Data Report 2025-26 paints a clear picture of the current journey to adulthood for young people with additional support needs in Scotland. Read the report and join the Scottish Transitions Forum to stay up to date!

light pink card on coral background. text reads 6% of parents and carers know what their families are entitled to during the transition process. Compass and ARC Scotland logos at the bottom.

light pink card on coral background. text reads 11% of parents and carers are satisfied with the support available to them. Compass and ARC Scotland logos at the bottom.

light pink card on coral background. text reads 47% of professionals have received transitions training. Compass and ARC Scotland logos at the bottom.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

💊 Good medication support starts with knowledgeable, confident people That’s why ARC Scotland has refreshed our medication training offer for social care.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🚌 NIN Report on Travel We are proud to share the latest National Involvement Network (NIN) report, from our June meeting in Dumfries. A thank you to our guest speakers Transport Scotland and ScotRail 🤝 arcscotland.org.uk/resource/nin/

cover of the NIN report on Travel. image of a group of people sitting around tables, laughing. quote reads 'Accessibility needs to be better for all transport. There should be more disabled people in transport top jobs designing the services'

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Save the Date! Our next NIN meeting will be at Meadowbank Sports Centre in Edinburgh on Thursday 17 September from 11.00am to 2.30pm Are you coming? 🫵

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth, and we are incredibly proud of our work across ARC Scotland 🌟 This week’s NIN meeting in Dumfries had a fab turnout, with 95 people attending to make their voices heard on the theme of travel. A special thanks to guest speakers #ScotRail and #TransportScotland

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The next NIN meeting is almost here, its going to be tomorrow at 11:15am – 2.45pm! The theme for this meeting will be Travel. We hope to see you there.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

This coming Tuesday is the next NIN meeting and its theme is Travel. Fiona from Aberdeen sent us these pictures relating to the theme as she was getting to know the latest rapid transport vehicles. Thanks for sending them in Fiona!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

NIN member Aaron has just successfully completed his Higher National Certificate in Social Services. Huge congratulations to Aaron on his success!

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Staf @stafscot.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

No Wrong Door: Improving Transitions into Adult Services Be part of a powerful conversation at our Summit bringing together professionals, practitioners, policy leaders, people with lived experience and partners from across the sector. Tue 30 Jun 9.30-12.30 Online www.staf.scot/Event/no-wro...

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Summit - No Wrong Door: Improving Transitions into Adult Services - 30/06/2026 09:30:00

Tuesday 30 June 2026 | 9.30am - 12.30pm | Online [MS Teams]

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

What does COMMUNITY mean to people with additional support needs in Scotland? Find out in the latest National Involvement Network (NIN) report, on the theme of Community. arcscotland.org.uk/resource/nin...

a big group of people pose together smiling. a quote reads It is people that makes community, people is the key to feel involved in a community

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

A quick reminder that today is the deadline for telling us if you would like lunch at the next NIN meeting on the 30th of June. Please also let us know if you have any dietary requirements. Looking forward to seeing you there!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Just two weeks today is the next NIN meeting. This meeting is themed: Travel We have some fantastic speakers lined up for you which include: NIN Members, Transport Scotland, Swestrans and ScotRail. They will be coming to present to you and also take your questions.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Wow...time is flying by! Its not only three weeks until the next NIN meeting in Dumfries. This one we will be talking about Travel. The meeting will run from 11:15am - 2:45pm and you are all welcome! Get in touch with us by the 22nd of June to secure your free lunch.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

This week our Tracey Francis was at the Carers Roadshow in Inverness, running a workshop and talking transitions with parents and carers from across the Highlands throughout the day - thank you @carersscotland.bsky.social and @nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk for a great event!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Today members of the SOLD network are the Social Work Scotland Justice conference delivering their workshop “Neurodivergence & Learning Disability: piloting a practice model for inclusion” Here’s the motley crew. They are skilfully supported by Sarah from Fife Council Justice Social Work 👍

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

We are happy to announce our agenda for the NIN - Tue 30 June 11:15 - 2:45. Speakers include: NIN members, Transport Scotland, ScotRail and Swestrans. They will also take your questions. Let us know by Mon 22 June if you are coming so we can order lunches and if you have dietary requirements.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

The next NIN meeting is just around the corner! The theme is Travel. Its Tuesday 30 of June 11.15 - 2.45 to be held in Dumfries. Check out the easy read invitation below. Our venue for this meeting is The Bridge, Glasgow Road, Dumfries, DG2 9AW We will reveal the agenda this afternoon!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

This week we have welcomed a delegation of 22 strategic leads and frontline practitioners from the Czech Republic to Scotland! 🇨🇿 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Funded by the Abakus Foundation the visit was a great opportunity to share best practices on how we manage transitions for young people with additional support needs.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Yesterday the NIN steering group met to plan the next NIN meeting in Dumfries. Everyone on the group are NIN members and their valued input makes sure we are talking about the right things. We’re already looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the next theme which is Travel.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

ARC Scotland brings you training that changes you - "I’m more aware of supporting a young person to reach their aims and goals, not just routing for the safest or easiest option." quote from previous participant.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Today is the last day to have your say about the NIN in our annual survey. We would love to hear your thoughts on the NIN and how we can make it better. Click the link below to fill out the short forum: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

ARC Scotland brings you training rooted in real life. "The Trainer clearly has a fantastic understanding of the subject professionally and personally" quote from previous participant.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Building confidence to do things is a slow process: - find out how as a parent or a professional you can help this happen in our Getting Transitions right 2 training.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Digital safety doesn't have to be scary 🛡️✨ Our Digital Empowerment training is: ✅ Led by people with lived experience ✅ Practical and jargon-free ✅ Open to everyone 📅 23 April 🎟️ £10-£75 🔗 shorturl.at/A9PRc

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Once again, fantastic to see you all for the NIN meeting yesterday. We heard great conversations on our theme of Community and there was a real energy in the room. We hope to hear what you do next in your communities!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

What is the answer to the question "what was the hardest part of kind of letting go in transition for you both?" as a parent and young person transitions is hard - find out how to successfully navigate this and more at Getting Transitions right 2 training run by ARC Scotland.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

NIN meeting tomorrow in Glasgow! This meeting is themed Community. We'll be kicking off at 11 at the Pearce Institute in Govan. We have great speakers coming from Community networks, Community Brokerage Scotland and you'll hear from NIN Members. We have some great exercises for you to try out too!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Struggling with transitions? Our flagship training course Getting Transitions Right 1 will give you the knowledge and confidence to make a real difference to the lives of young people with additional support needs as they become adults.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

This week, we ask you: is your org built for everyone? At ARC Scotland, we believe celebration and action go hand in hand. Don’t just celebrate neurodiversity, integrate it. Book our DEI training for your team: arcscotland.org.uk #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #InclusiveLeadership #DEI

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Here's Jack's take on Community! We are looking forward to hearing your ideas and thoughts about community at the NIN meeting next Tuesday 24 March, 11am - 2.30pm, The Pearce Institute 📣 youtu.be/eZe3CUNUrAE?...

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Jack on what Community means to him

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

We have a rare opportunity to join ARC Scotland as our Accredited Training Coordinator. With a passion for customer service, you will lead our team of assessors, verifiers and trainers delivering SVQs and short course delivery across Scotland.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Only 6 days until our NIN meeting in Glasgow! Here's Paul talking about what Community means to him. We cannot wait to see you all at the Pearce Institute next Tuesday 24 March 🙌 youtu.be/QzQ1InYBXAo?...

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Paul on what Community means to him

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Only one week to go! Just 7 days until the next NIN Meeting in Glasgow. We will be talking about Community which was chosen by NIN members. If you haven't told us you are coming yet we'll not have ordered you lunch, but there is a cafe. Be aware that the cafe only accepts cash.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

With the NIN fast approaching we wanted to give everyone a sneak peak on what members might want to say on our theme of Community. We will be sharing several videos over the next week so stay tuned! Here is John from the highlands talking about what community means to him.

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John on what Community means to him.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Only two weeks to go! Two weeks today we will be in Glasgow for our next NIN meeting, are you coming along? This meeting is themed community. This links to Charter for Involvement statement number 3: We must be involved in out communities! We can wait to hear what you have to say about it.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Remember to fill out our snap poll for the up coming NIN meeting! Its your chance to have your voice heard before the meeting. Its especially important if you cant make it in person and still want your thoughts to be recored for the NIN report. forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Who better to teach online safety than those who navigate it every day? 🤝 Our Digital Empowerment course is led by ARC Associates with lived experience. No jargon, just real stories & practical tools for people with support needs and anyone who supports them 📅 23 April 🎟️ £10-£75 🔗 shorturl.at/A9PRc

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

With just less than 3 weeks to go until our next NIN meeting we thought we would share the travel information for the venue in Glasgow. We very much hope to see you there, but dont forget to let us know by Friday 13th of March if you are coming - we need to order the right number of lunches!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

'Having the right support in college and work, someone there to support you’ Our NIN report on ‘Training and Learning’ shows what makes learning easier for people with additional support needs. What came up might surprise you! Full report here: shorturl.at/x4sQu and share with anyone interested!

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

‘Not many opportunities for people with disabilities to do training and learning. The things I did at day centre was too easy, so I was bored’ NIN members spoke about the barriers they faced with training and learning. Read the NIN latest report to see what they said: shorturl.at/x4sQu

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Our latest NIN report is here! 🚀 At our online meeting in Dec we asked members about their experiences with training and learning, the barriers they face and what makes learning easier for them. What they came up with might surprise you! Read the report to see what they said: shorturl.at/x4sQu

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

⏳ Time’s nearly up! In just 10 days, 5th March, Getting Transitions Right Two runs again and this is your last chance to join a powerful network of professionals shaping better futures for young people with additional support needs.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Quotes from our conference ‘Transitions in Action’. The message is clear: Listening is only the first step; action must follow. So take action today! Sign up for Compass, our free support tool: compass.arcscotland.org.uk Join the Scottish Transitions Forum network: shorturl.at/uX6CE

Ciara McCarthy, a Divergent Influencer, presenting at the 'Transitions in Action' conference. The image features her quote: "I'm almost at the end of my first transitions - it's taken so long for policy to get where it is, for me it's a little too late, it could have been implemented ages ago, but I hope for people who are following along behind me, it makes a huge change"

Clare McAndrew from the Scottish Government speaking at the ARC Scotland conference. The text highlights her vision: "In the next few years, I really hope that we'll have managed to overcome some of the challenges and break down some of the barriers that we know exist and young disabled people have a much improved experience."

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

The online world should be safe for everyone. 🌐 Join ARC Scotland for Digital Empowerment training - co-delivered by trainers with lived experience. Learn to spot scams, stay safe, & build confidence. 📅 23 April 🎟️ £10-£75 🔗 shorturl.at/A9PRc

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The NIN Steering Group has officially launched! 🌟 Their first online meeting was a success. We can't wait to see what they achieve together as a team. Check out some of the thoughts from their members in the video below! 👇 Join the NIN free membership to stay up to date: shorturl.at/aVrGT

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Find the transitions information you need – fast. Compass guides you to what young people and families really need to know, and links to the best resources in Scotland. Anyone can create a Compass account today. Go to www.compasslaunch.scot to sign up! youtube.com/shorts/Ix1ux...

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

What was the hardest part in letting go in transitions- having the confidence to do things by myself says Ackie!! Find out how you can support these conversations as a parent or a professional in Getting Transitions Right 2 training run by ARC Scotland.

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ARC Scotland @arcscotland.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Don’t miss out! Our flagship course Getting Transitions Right 1 is just 10 days away, bringing you the insight, knowledge and confidence to shape a better future for the young people you support as they become adults.

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