Tammy Gilchrist, Research Technician at the Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility, shares how she used her Day to Make a Difference to supplement ongoing volunteering for the benefit of nature and communities.

An introduction from David Bruce on his new role as Forest and Peatland Manager for the University of Edinburgh’s programme to sequester carbon through forest and peatland restoration in Scotland.

As Sophia’s time as an intern in the Social Impact Unit of the Department of Social Responsibility and Sustainability (SRS) came to an end, she reflects on what she learned about social impact, strategy, and community engagement.

An introduction from Julie Wilson on her new role as Community Ranger on the University’s programme to sequester carbon through forest and peatland restoration in Scotland.

Sophia Blum explored the world of social impact as she took part in an Employ.ed on campus internship at the department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability.

A brilliant project was formed through a partnership between Moray House School of Education and Sport and Re-Act for the children of Syrian refugees in the community. Re-Act were recipients of a grant through the University’s Community Grant Scheme.  Written by Deborah Holt, Teacher Educator and MHSES Widening Participation Champion

Iona Barrie, Dumbiedykes Digital Inclusion Intern, gives an update six months into her project to improve access to the internet and compatible technology in the Dumbiedykes community.

Edinburgh Eats was a proof-of-concept project about a new recipe box scheme designed to help people in food poverty.