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Could you help shape the future of independent advocacy in Dumfries and Galloway?

by dgadvoca9812187i | Sep 4, 2026 | Uncategorised

Dumfries and Galloway Advocacy Service is looking for new Trustees to join our Board. Becoming a Trustee is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, support the direction of DG Advocacy, and develop valuable skills and experience — even if you’ve never been...

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Change to our remit

As of the 1st April, 2024 there has been a change in our remit. We now work under the following Acts: Mental Health (Care & Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 Social Care...

INDEPENDENT ADVOCACY

Independent Advocacy is about empowering people who are involved in using or receiving services. We work within Dumfries & Galloway to express our client’s views, wishes and feelings. An Independent Advocate will protect their clients rights and ensure they are...

Craig’s Story Part 4 (told by his brother Stewart)

Comfort Zone It’s been 5 months since Craig passed away and something that I always promised myself and him is that I would advocate for change to a poorly run system. The NHS has been failing those that it was intended to serve and it’s time for change to ensure the...

Craig’s Story (Part 3) (told by his brother Stewart)

Craig and Stewart Trying to advocate for change At this time, I’m still not exactly sure what happened to Craig. Families of loved ones who have died of suspected overdoses are now waiting up to 6 months for toxicology results to be returned; this wait is agony....

Craig’s Story (Part 2) (told by his brother Stewart)

Craig: The Later Years When Craig reached his 30s he was often in trouble with the law and spent several short stints in jail for misdemeanors. Over the years there has been ample evidence-based research to show that the criminal system is not the right place for...

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