Could you be a friend to Camoran?

A public meeting takes place next month to look at setting up a “Friends of Camoran” voluntary group to champion the cause of young people looked after and accommodated by the OIC.

The group will be responsible for some fundraising activities, contributing to the planned new facility and raising public awareness of the issues affecting the youngsters.

Sheila Graham, Camoran team manager, said: “The ‘Friends of Camoran’ group would be the link between the facility and the community.  They would help to reduce the stigma for children and young people in care and work to ensure that they are provided with the same opportunities that are available to their peers.

“We would welcome members from all walks of life, who would have an interest in promoting the aims of the group and participating in its activities.”

The meeting is on February 23, in the St Magnus Centre, between 5.30pm and 6.30pm.  Anyone interested, but who can’t attend the meeting, can contact Nicole Sturla by e-mail, nicole.sturla@orkney.gov.uk, or by phone, 873135.