ACSS
https://directory.lgbt/listings/african-caribbean-society-of-scotland-29K8FP19
Printed on 28 October 2026
ACSS
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ACSS works towards a prejudice-free society, focusing on issues faced by the African and Afro-Caribbean community in Scotland. It offers support and guidance in education, health, wellbeing, economic empowerment and politics.
The organisation provides training and mentoring, including courses to help improve mental health for individuals and groups. It also delivers diversity training and aims to eliminate inequality and discrimination.
In schools, ACSS addresses hate crime including racist, disablist and homophobic bullying, and works on homophobic and transphobic hate crime. It supports students and parents affected by hate crime through restorative justice, mediation and policy guidance.
ACSS also runs 'cultural carousels' exploring different cultures, and delivers sessions linked to events such as IDAHOT, the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, to raise awareness among pupils.
About
ACSS is a Scottish charity focused on issues faced by the African and Afro-Caribbean community, offering education, mental health and equality support.
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Registered address
64a Cumberland Street
Edinburgh EH3 6RE
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SC051216 (opens the OSCR register in a new tab)- Record refreshed
- Refreshed from the register on 6 October 2026
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