National Programme Manager - Plusone @ymcascotland

Joined April 2016
Photos and videos
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
#ScotCareersWeek24 is back from 11 to 15 November! Weโ€™re joining the campaign to #ShapeTheFuture by showcasing the career support we provide across Scotland. Get involved and learn more at: myworldofwork.co.uk/scottishโ€ฆ
1
3
139
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Grateful to have had such a productive morning today sharing service updates and insights with Lethan4All, Scottish Crannog Centre, Street League UK, Enable, Barnardos, Perth Autism Support, Youth Employment and Skills Team, Westbank, PKC Education, SDS and LEP. Thank you all for sharing valuable insights and updates! #CommunitySupport #Collaboration #YouthEmpowerment
2
10
236
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
From London to the world. Since our humble beginnings in 1844, YMCA's impact now spans more than 120 countries. ๐ŸŒ Celebrate our global movement and 180 years of positive change! #YMCA180๐Ÿ’ซ
2
3
218
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Our Primary 7 children had a wonderful time at their leavers party ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿฅฐโค๏ธ
1
10
796
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
13 Jun 2024
Congratulations to Willie Mowbray @YMCAScot for winning Volunteer Youth Worker at the #YLSAwards last night ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽ‰
๐Ÿ† Well done to Willie Mowbray @YMCAScot for winning Volunteer Youth Worker, sponsored by @YoungScot! Generations have found guidance under his mentorship. His dedication has earned him a reputation as the kindest and most generous youth worker. #YLSAwards #YouthWorkChangesLives
4
6
2,500
Willie Mowbray, coach and volunteer for decades at Larkhall YMCA Harriers wins the @YouthLinkScot Volunteer youth worker of the year award. Congratulations coach, well deserved and your recognition is long overdue! Weโ€™re all so proud. #TeamLarkhall #YLSAwards #SALTogether
1
3
12
377
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Another producer in our shop is The Coorie Company, with their range of lovely smelling candles. Tuesday - Friday, 8.30am - 3pm, takeaway coffee, and a range of artisan and locally produced goods. "At the heart of The Coorie Company is being as ethical and sustainable as possible. All our products are environmentally friendly, vegan and cruelty free. Our packaging is also either recycled or you can recycle it. We are 100% plastic free. We love our planet and want to encourage people to help us look after it." #sustainableplanet #meaningfulwork
2
3
132
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ† Huge congratulations to Willie Mowbray of @LarkhallHarrier for his incredible 42 years of dedication! Willieโ€™s mentorship has shaped generations, fostering resilience and self-confidence in countless young people. Thank you, Willie, for being the heart of our community! ๐Ÿ‘
๐Ÿ† Well done to Willie Mowbray @YMCAScot for winning Volunteer Youth Worker, sponsored by @YoungScot! Generations have found guidance under his mentorship. His dedication has earned him a reputation as the kindest and most generous youth worker. #YLSAwards #YouthWorkChangesLives
5
8
483
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Weโ€™re delighted to be at the @YouthLinkScot National Youth Work Awards tonight! Weโ€™re proud to sponsor the Equality and Diversity award as well as having @LarkhallHarrier Willie Mowbray nominated for Volunteer Youth Worker! #YLSAwards
6
26
870
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
**GAELIC FOOTBALL FINAL** What a fantastic achievement for some of our Primary 6 and 7 girls today who have only gone and won the Gaelic football final ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ‘๐ŸŒŸ Well done girls all of your hard word has paid off and you all played brilliantly today!! We are so proud of you all!
1
15
1,525
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
๐ŸŽ‰It was a big moment for @YMCAScot, which is celebrating #YMCA180 all week. Kicking things off was a special photocall at the @ScotParl last week. The Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) showed their support by taking part in the photos. ๐Ÿ“ธ @ymcaeurope
7
21
473
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Today we celebrate the YMCAโ€™s 180th anniversary ๐ŸŽ‚๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ†
To remember & reflect on our 180-year journey, we invited YMCAs across the globe to send us some of their favourite photos, past and present. ๐Ÿ“ท We received an extraordinary response. โค๏ธ You can see the full gallery online: bit.ly/3U8F0JO Happy 180 to our YMCA. ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ™Œ
1
4
178
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
๐ŸŒŸToday we celebrate 180 Years of YMCA!๐ŸŒŸ Today, we honour the incredible journey of the YMCA as it marks its 180th anniversary. For nearly two centuries, the YMCA movement has been a beacon of hope, community, and empowerment for young people across the world. On this special occasion, we as YMCA Tayside have chosen to showcase the inspiring history and transformation happening right here in Perth City. YMCA Tayside has breathed new life into the old derelict St Stevens and St Andrews Church, converting it into the brand new vibrant YCentre. The YCentre not only preserves a piece of our city's history but also creates a modern space for the next generation to learn, grow, and thrive. As we celebrate the YMCA's rich history of service, we also look forward to the bright future the new YCentre represents. The YCentre stands as a testament to our enduring spirit and commitment to serving the needs of young people in our communities. Happy 180th birthday @WorldYMCA๐ŸŽ‚๐ŸŽ‰ #YMCA180 #Vision2030 #EmpowerYoungPeople
1
1
5
131
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
We were thrilled to host theย recent annual National Assembly weekend, held in Stirling. Read more about the weekend here: ymca.scot/ymca-scotland-natiโ€ฆ
1
5
174
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Our brand new youth club starting Friday the 09th in Broughty Ferry YMCA. Club running from 16:00 - 17:30 each Friday. We are pleased to be working in partnership with our partner YMCA in Broughty Ferry bringing exciting opportunities to the area. #Vision2030 #CommunityWellbeing
1
4
93
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Yesterday our team and the trustees met to go over our impact and outcomes from #Vision2030 for this year. A huge amount achieved ranging from drop ins for displayed young people, large collaborative employability events to our work to reduce our environmental impact.
2
5
165
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
There's been such a buzz already this morning at our National Event - tons of fantastic conversations and connections being made already! This is what makes #OurMentoringNetwork
4
7
719
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
Mr Malloch ๐Ÿ†
๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ‘ We spoke with Matthew Malloch/@YMCATayside on why they focused on digital skills and what difference it makes for young people and their approach to school! #SaferInternetDay #DYWConf2023
1
6
302
Great session at @iscte_execed with @ymcaeurope looking at Social Policy and the different forms of welfare.
1
7
Colin MacFarlane retweeted
YMCA is looking for friendly, dynamic, and compassionate women from all backgrounds to become Y's Girls mentors. You will provide young girls with a friendly ear, support and guidance to empower young girls to lead fulfilling lives. Discover Y's Girls: ymca.org.uk/ysgirls
3
9