Two organisations in Orkney who do invaluable work supporting those who have experienced gender based violence and abuse have had a funding boost.
Orkney Rape and Sexual Assault Service (ORSAS) has been awarded £128,169, and Women’s Aid Orkney has been awarded £307,633.
More than 100 organisations across Scotland will share in a funding boost totalling £2.4 million.
The total Scottish Government investment in Delivering Equally Safe, which funds projects to prevent violence and support survivors, is now £21.6 million for the year ahead subject to the 2025-26 Budget being approved.
Equalities Minister in the Scottish Government Kaukab Stewart said:
“Grassroots organisations across Scotland are at the heart of tackling violence against women and girls. Their work is fundamental to creating a country free from gender-based abuse.
“This funding boost will support these organisations, will help prevent abuse occurring and ensure that women and girls who have experienced violence can continue to access the support they deserve.”
Click on this link to access the Scottish Government’s Equally Safe Delivery Plan