Anne's story demonstrates the many ways GalGael makes a difference to people's day-in-day-out. Read more
We stand against scarcity, loneliness and violence. We stand for compassion, justice and humanity. Read more
We work for positive growth beyond ourselves – within our communities and wider society also. Words from past participants, volunteers and apprentices get straight to the point in describing something of the difference GalGael makes. Read more
Carving out ways of living with more humanity
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GalGael's work profiled in BBC News feature
GalGael’s activities offer folk a place of work, some respect and some tools. We work to create a therapeutic environment however what we offer is firmly based in practical skills. So we are reliant on ongoing working relationships with our partner agencies in supporting people with complex needs.
GalGael offers activities that help people reclaim skills, agency and sense of worth. Without our crew of dedicated volunteers we these activities wouldn't happen nor would the many other adventures we have.
“I fell in love with it straight away and now they can't get rid of us,” laughs Dale, who first joined GalGael as a Journey On participant in the winter of 2014 and progressed in to employment with GalGael through the Glasgow Guarantee. Read more
This is not your typical ‘success story’ with happy endings. Brian arrived at GalGael’s workshop with a cynicism bordering on healthy - "I thought GalGael was just another programme to keep the DWP off my back for a few more months while I got on with the business of drinking myself to death, no big deal". Read more