Your voice matters! Thanks to everyone who completed the survey by Transport Scotland on the pilot for free companion rail travel for Eye +1 NEC cardholders. Your feedback helps us strengthen the case to make sure this policy is here to stay!

Good luck to all of our Kiltwalkers in Edinburgh this weekend. To help support the work we do, or to take on a fundraising event, please visit sightscotland.org.uk/fundraise, or call 0800 024 8973. #Kiltwalk2025 @kiltwalk

Congratulations to Amanda, a Policy Group member at Sight Scotland, on her new position as Audio Description Association Scotland's first visually impaired chairperson. Listen to the full story here: audioboom.com/posts/877098... #Accessibility #Leadership #Inclusion

We recently had a fantastic day at @visibilityScotland where members of Glasgow Sight Loss Council took part in media training delivered by Sight Scotland’s Cause and Engagement team. For more information about Sight Loss Councils, visit sightscotland.org.uk/influencing-..., or call 0800 024 8973.

This September, Aleks will be taking part in his fourth Kiltwalk to raise funds for Sight Scotland. Register for your place at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk today and fundraise for Sight Scotland: sightscotland.org.uk/kiltwalk #EdinburghKiltwalk #SightScotland

Our 30-Day Yoga Challenge starts in just over a week! You’ll feel the benefits in mind, body and spirit, and you’ll be raising vital funds for people across Scotland living with sight loss. Sign up today: sightscotland.sync.giving/yoga-challenge #SightScotlandYoga

Sight Scotland and Sight Loss Councils have partnered with iconic Fringe venue The Pleasance to deliver visual impairment awareness training to over 250 staff ahead of this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe Find out more: ow.ly/l40p50WBnWK

It is fantastic to hear about the difference the Fair Rail Campaign for free companion rail travel is making so far. If you or someone you know has used the scheme, please contact us at [email protected] to share your story sightscotland.org.uk/FairRail #FairRailCampaign

Sight Loss Councils Scotland (SLC’s) recently attended the Royal Garden Party hosted by the Royal family at Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh. To find out more about the work we do, please visit ow.ly/cTJ750WjICY #SightLossCouncils #InclusionScotland #HolyroodPalace

It’s Volunteer Week across Scotland – and we’re shining a light on the incredible people who give their time, energy and heart to support our work at Sight Scotland & Sight Scotland Veterans sightscotland.org.uk/volunteer or call us on 0131 229 1456

Today we honour the brave men and women who took part in the D-Day landings 81 years ago. We remember. We thank you. Find out more about how we support veterans living with sight loss: sightscotlandveterans.org.uk or call us on 0800 035 6409

After a remarkable combined 82 years of service, Suzie and Brian Lewis are retiring from the Scottish Braille Press this June. Read the full story here: sightscotland.org.uk/articles/news/scottish-braille-press-proofreaders-retire-after-remarkable-82-years-combined-service #AccessibleCommunication

Communication is key, but lots of us miss out because we can't access it. Please support this vital campaign @pocklington.bsky.social @visionaryuk.bsky.social @rnibscotland.bsky.social @guidedogsuk.bsky.social @signhealth.bsky.social @sightscotland.bsky.social @visibilityscotland.bsky.social

Shoutout to our amazing runners taking on events at the #EdinburghMarathonFestival for Sight Scotland this weekend. If you'd like to get involved or support us, please visit ow.ly/okGp50VWpfr #TeamSightScotland #CharityRunning youtube.com/shorts/LK5lz...

We’re grateful to @emiratesairways.bsky.social for their support. Catch the full video on STV news and see how our team is making a difference - youtu.be/CcjhYyzQJUY?... #SightScotland #RoyalBlindSchool #VisualImpairment #AccessibleEducation #Inclusio

Kieran Crosby, our Rehabilitation and Mobility Officer, recently visited @EastCraigsPS to raise awareness about sight loss. The visit gave a glimpse into the world of vision impairment support and the pupils sent him off with a few lovely thank you cards ow.ly/ffS050VWsEW

On Thursday 8 May, we marked 80 years since VE Day with moving and joyful celebrations at our Hawkhead and Linburn Centres. Thank you to everyone who helped make this day so special — and most of all, to the veterans we are proud to support every day. #VEDay80 youtube.com/shorts/pKMWg...

We wrote to @nhslothian.bsky.social last year and the issues we raised still haven't been fully addressed. Patients need to know what will happen if more problems emerge, and certainty over the future of eye care provision in Lothian. ow.ly/qKZ850VQ0Kl

The Early Years Set The Tone For A Child’s Future. For Children With Visual Impairment, Timely Support Can Be Life-Changing. Read More About The Importance Of Early Intervention: ow.ly/Llsm50VPTkN

A huge shoutout to Sight Scotland Veterans who joined us for an unforgettable climbing day full of courage, camaraderie, and determination. If you're interested in climbing contact the info line on 0800 035 6409 and speak to the Sport & Partnership team.

The partner of a late Digital Hub member, who sadly passed away, recently visited the Hawkhead Centre to meet the veterans who had such a profound impact on her partner’s life. Get expert advice and practical help by visiting ow.ly/HPA150VTKvp, or calling 0800 035 6409 youtube.com/shorts/_Ayqw...

For the last 125 years, the Scottish Braille Press has been transcribing written materials into braille, large print and audio. This allows blind and partially sighted people to access essential info without help. For more info please visit: sightscotland.org.uk/enterprise

Running This Weekend? Join #TeamSightScotland and run for something bigger. Find out how to start fundraising with us: sightscotland.org.uk/get-involved...

Out now Visionary monthly newsletter includes Vision Partnership's New Horizons #LivedExperience leadership programme, @pocklington.bsky.social Get Set Progress internship, @sightscotland.bsky.social UK wide Braille labelling campaign and more! 1/2

Minister for Equalities Launches Scotrail Blind Companion Pilot @rnib.bsky.social @scotraill.bsky.social @transportscotland.bsky.social audioboom.com/posts/869262...

After 2 years of campaigning, the big day has arrived. From today, eye +1 NEC holders can travel with a companion for free on all ScotRail journeys. A milestone for #FairRailCampaign and accessible public transport. #AccessibleTravel #BlindAwareness ow.ly/AmEB50Vm419

Our veterans have been getting creative with tie-dye in the art room – making cushion covers, aprons, and even t-shirts! Get expert advice and practical help by calling 0800 035 6409 or visiting our website: sightscotland.org.uk/veterans #SightScotlandVeterans #ArtTherapy

Minister for Equalities Launches Scotrail Blind Companion Pilot @rnib.bsky.social @scotraill.bsky.social @transportscotland.bsky.social audioboom.com/posts/869262...

Breaking barriers in public transport! Minister for Equalities @kaukabstewart.bsky.social has launched a one-year pilot scheme offering free companion travel for blind and partially sighted people on all ScotRail journeys from 1 April 2025 #FairRailCampaign #AccessibleTransport #ScotRail #Equality

At Sight Scotland and Sight Scotland Veterans, we are working towards a Scotland where no one faces sight loss alone. Together, we can build an inclusive Scotland where everyone thrives. Visit: sightscotland.org.uk #SightScotland #SightScotlandVeterans #InclusiveScotland

A big thank you to Hilti Tools for joining us at our Hawkhead Veterans’ Centre for a Corporate Volunteering Day! The team met some of our veterans, toured the facilities, and put in hard work sanding down two garden benches—getting them ready for Spring. #SightScotlandVeterans

Thank you to @emiratesairways.bsky.social for donating eye shades to Sight Scotland, supporting our training at the Royal Blind School! These shades help teachers and support staff experience sight loss first-hand. Find out more: sightscotland.org.uk/how-we-help/...

Equalities Minister @kaukabstewart.bsky.social met our Policy Group to discuss making Scotland’s venues more accessible for blind & partially sighted people. Change is needed! sightscotland.org.uk/accessible-venues #Accessibility #EqualAccess

We’re now on @bsky.app! At @sightscotland.bsky.social, we’re dedicated to transforming the lives of people with sight loss across Scotland. Follow us for updates on our work, expert advice, and stories from the people we support. #SightScotland #SightLossSupport #InclusionMatters