Training Events
Intro to Social Housing
FFOTRA Board members and staff recently took part in a valuable training session delivered by Jill Walker from Shelter Scotland, who provided an informative overview of key areas of housing legislation.
The session covered a range of important topics, including homelessness, repair and disrepair, damp and mould, and the respective responsibilities of tenants and social landlords. It offered a helpful introduction to the legal framework surrounding these issues, as well as practical insight into how they affect tenants in real situations.
The training was well received by all who attended, with participants finding it both engaging and informative. It also provided an opportunity to ask questions and discuss common challenges faced within our communities.
This session forms part of FFOTRA’s ongoing commitment to strengthening knowledge and capacity, ensuring we are better equipped to support Tenants’ and Residents’ Associations (TRAs) and individual tenants when dealing with housing-related concerns.
FFOTRA would like to thank Jill Walker and Shelter Scotland for delivering such a useful and insightful session.
Fife Advice Framework Training
FFOTRA staff and several Board members have now completed training through the Fife Advice Framework – Get Help Fife, enabling us to better support residents who may be experiencing difficulties. We can now offer help with:
- Income Maximisation
- Money & Debt Advice
- Home Energy Advice
- Housing Advice
If you or someone you know may benefit from this support, please feel free to get in touch with us. We’re here to help.
Fuel Poverty Training 2026
On 26 February, Robert Keddie, Energy Advisor at Cosy Kingdom delivered Level 1 Advice Framework (Energy Advice Skills) training to our staff and volunteers.
The session covered:
- Home energy advice
- Understanding fuel poverty
- The causes and drivers of fuel poverty
- Common signs to look out for
- Signposting and referral pathways
The session was very informative, and our staff and volunteers came away with valuable tips and practical advice to share with our members.
If you or someone you know could benefit from support with energy or debt advice, please get in touch with Cosy Kingdom directly on 01592 807930 or via email at info@cosykingdom.org.uk
Office Bearers Training Sessions
FFOTRA has delivered two successful training sessions in 2026.
These sessions focus on real-life scenarios that office bearers may encounter within their roles in TRAs, offering practical solutions and helping participants develop a clearer understanding of their responsibilities. They are designed to build confidence and strengthen the skills needed to run a TRA as effectively as possible.
If you’re interested in attending a future session, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please call 01592 641968 to register your interest.
