Probable Suicides Statistics 2023
The SMSA is shocked and saddened to read the Probable Statistics 2023 released by the Scottish Government today (13th Aug 2024). SMSA CEO Jason Schroeder said: “It is simply not
The SMSA supports the creation and development of Men's Sheds across Scotland
“Without that first contact with the SMSA, I strongly believe that our Shed would not exist.”
Aberchirder & District Men’s Shed
The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association’s sole focus is to support, promote and represent Men’s Sheds and our members. We assist Scotland’s Shedders and their supporters to create Men’s Sheds in their community to benefit their health and wellbeing across Scotland. If you need help, inspiration or just a chat, you have come to the right place.
Facts & Figures
MEN ATTENDING SHEDS ACROSS 32 LOCAL AUTHORITIES
10200
SMSA INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS
43000
SMSA SHED MEMBERS
100
SHEDS OPEN ACROSS SCOTLAND
100
SHEDS CURRENTLY IN DEVELOPMENT
0
Latest News
Glasgow Caledonian University secures funding for additional Men’s Shed research
Glasgow Caledonian University’s (GCU) Yunus Centre for Social Business and Health has secured funding for a co-design community project to develop realist programme theories around the impact of Men’s Sheds
SMSA – Scottish Government Funding Update
The SMSA welcomes today’s announcement (Tuesday 14th May 2024) that the Scottish Government has once again reversed its decision to cut all funding ties with the Scottish Men’s Sheds Association
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