Making global connections
Our International Collaboration project connects Carr Gomm with organisations around the globe who share our values, approaches and philosophy.
The project plays a vital role in exploring how our experience fits within the wider world, enabling us to be the vibrant and forward-thinking organisation we continually strive to be.
By learning from others doing similar work in different contexts and sharing our own knowledge with others where we can, we will deepen our impact here in Scotland and continue to positively influence and shape the future of social care both in Scotland and further afield.
We welcome opportunities to make meaningful connections with organisations and networks in the social care and community development fields in any part of the world, as well as with those working in some of Carr Gomm’s key focus areas, including isolation and loneliness, mental health, disability, dementia, addiction and homelessness.
The project also seeks to explore how we can better understand how our work fits into a wider global picture of sustainable global development through joining in global conversations in the interconnected areas of social care, community development, social justice and human rights.
For all things international, please get in touch with our International Collaborations Project Manager at RebeccaRobinson@carrgomm.org.
International Exchanges
A key organisational aim for Carr Gomm is to learn from others’ experiences of delivering and receiving support services, both at home and internationally. Our International Collaborations Project aims to connect with other health and social care organisations to develop a deeper understanding of support services and how we can all improve.
We are fortunate to have participated in exchanges, attended international conferences, and welcomed visitors to Carr Gomm from around the world.
Visiting Carr Gomm
Through our International Collaborations project, Carr Gomm has received visits from a variety of international organisations.
Making connections with EASPD – European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities.
In Nov ’25, we were excited to welcome Rachel Vaughan, Head of Operations for EASPD, to our National office in Edinburgh, to learn about the impact Carr Gomm has, and to develop our partnership.
Sharing Carr Gomm’s approach to social care with CIF International Delegates from across Europe.
In May, Carr Gomm welcomed delegates from Germany, Greece and Sweden to visit one of our frontline services and meet manages at our head office in Edinburgh.
In May, Carr Gomm’s International Collaborations welcomed a group from iSocial to come to Edinburgh and learn about how Carr Gomm provides social care.
The Catalan organisation arranges trips abroad for its members to learn about innovative experiences in the social field.
Global Ambassadors
In 2023, International Collaborations launched its Global Ambassadors Programme. This programme offers staff from across the organisation a chance to participate in international exchange to enhance their professional and personal development.
Since launching, staff have attended conferences in Amsterdam, attended exchange matches in Ultrecht and are taking part in a cultural exchange in Taiwan.
Visit our Global Ambassadors page to learn more and hear about their experiences firsthand.
Exchange Opportunities
We are always looking for new and exciting international opportunities for our staff. If you offer exchange opportunities, host a health and social care conference, or are interested in visiting our services in Scotland, please contact Rebecca, International Collaborations Project Manager, at RebeccaRobinson@carrgomm.org to discuss further.
We look forward to hearing from you and creating lasting global connections!
Read more about International Collaborations work below:
Carr Gomm’s submission to Transforming Communities for Inclusion (TCI) #WhatWeNeed campaign
Transforming Communities for Inclusion (TCI) is a global Organisation of Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities [an OPD]. TCI forecasts a future in which all human rights and full freedoms of persons with psychosocial disabilities are realized. TCI has actively...
Support Practitioner Caroline Barnes received a bursary place on the International Foundation for Integrated Care’s online certificate course. Read about her experience at the links below.