Sight Scotland

30/05/2026

We loved having Lucy Edwards at our recent Connect event.

Lucy lost her sight at seventeen, went on to become an award-winning BBC journalist, a Blind Barbie ambassador, and has 1.8 million followers on TikTok, all while making the case that representation and lived experience aren't optional extras.

She talked to us about everything from guide dogs to Barbies to braille on shampoo bottles, and why it matters who's in the room when decisions are made.

Read the full conversation on our website: https://bit.ly/4uEnrB3



[Image description: Lucy Edwards, who has long red hair and is wearing a white t-shirt and dark pinstripe wide-leg trousers, stands outside on a path in a sunny garden, smiling. At her side is her guide dog, a golden retriever wearing a yellow Guide Dogs harness.]

29/05/2026

Fancy running a World Cup sweepstake for charity this summer?

Download our free kit, get your group together, and let everyone draw a team at random. Follow the tournament, and whoever holds the winning nation when it's all over takes their share, with the rest going to Sight Scotland.

Everything you need is in the kit: team cards to cut out, a tracker to fill in, and a guide for whoever's running the draw.

Get your copy here: https://bit.ly/4wUf8T8

[Image description: Promotional poster for "World Cup Sweepstake 2026" featuring the text: "Pick a team. Cheer them on. Raise the cup. 48 nations. One winner." Includes a call to action: "Get the free pack" with a website link to https://bit.ly/433yOq5]

Our Worldcup 2026 sweepstake is a simple way to bring people together and raise money for a cause that matters. Run it at work, in the pub, or with friends and family. All you need is a printer and a group of people who fancy their chances.

27/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who took on the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026 for Sight Scotland.

From 5K to marathon, every step counted. Whether you ran, guided, cheered, or supported from afar, you were part of something that genuinely makes a difference to people living with sight loss across Scotland.

We are so proud of every one of you.

Entries are now open for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027. Sign up today and join us again next year: https://bit.ly/4dJBNJ5



[8 images: Sight Scotland runners at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026, from the start line to the finish.]

26/05/2026

Cataracts are one of the most common causes of sight loss, but many people aren't sure what to look out for.

Some of the earliest signs include sensitivity to glare, double vision, and gradual blurring, often first noticed when driving at night.

The good news is that in most cases, cataracts can be successfully treated with surgery. And regular eye tests are one of the best ways to catch them early.

We've put together a simple guide to help you understand cataracts, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
https://bit.ly/4v31GdW

Cataracts explained: answering your commonly asked questions about this common sight loss condition.

25/05/2026

Change doesn't happen quietly. It happens when people share their experiences and push for better support together.

Sign up to receive emails from Sight Scotland and get the latest news from our charity, stories from people living with sight loss, and ways to get involved.

Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4tUtzUC

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24/05/2026

Almost 194,000 people in Scotland are living with sight loss that affects their daily life. And that number is projected to rise to over 234,000 by 2036.

Behind every one of those numbers is a person. A family. A life that looks different because of sight loss.
That's why the work Sight Scotland does across Scotland matters, and why we're here seven days a week supporting people to live the lives they want to live.

If you or someone you know is affected by sight loss, we're here to help.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4uYhPBj



[Image description: A person with shoulder-length blonde hair leans against a silver birch tree in a green outdoor setting. They are wearing a pale pink long-sleeved top and a delicate necklace, and are looking into the distance. Trees and grass are visible in the background.]

23/05/2026

Your £1 could change everything.

The Sight Scotland Lottery gives you the chance to win up to £25,000, with draws every Friday. And every ticket helps us support people affected by sight loss across Scotland.

Join today 👇
https://bit.ly/4dJWc0V

[Image description: Sight Scotland Lottery promotional graphic on a teal and black background. Text reads: "Play the lottery. Change a life. Your weekly chance to win £25k. Plus dozens of smaller cash prizes every Friday. Join for just £1 a week. Play now: sightscotland.org.uk/lottery." Sight Scotland logo top left. Gambling Commission 18+ logo bottom right.]

23/05/2026

What comes after school? For young people with visual impairment, that question can feel harder to answer.

We're running a 9-month paid internship from September — based in Edinburgh, built around real skills and workplace experience, and paid at the Scottish Living Wage.

If you're a visually impaired school leaver in Scotland, or you know one, we'd love to hear from you.

Register your interest or find out more below. 👇

At Sight Scotland and Sight Scotland Veterans, we’re piloting a brand-new 9 month internship programme designed to support visually impaired young people as they take their next steps into the world o...

22/05/2026

A few weeks ago we asked: what if the most powerful way to give a young person a voice wasn't through words at all?

Next week at the Children in Scotland Annual Conference, we're sharing the answer.

Unseen stories. Creative expression. And a medium you might not expect.

Tickets are available if you're interested: https://bit.ly/4uCFpna



[Image description: Promotional graphic for Children in Scotland's Annual Conference 2026, taking place 27–28 May in Glasgow. The graphic features the conference logo on a blue background, with a banner reading "We're running a workshop!" and a photo of a young person drawing at a table, with colourful materials around them.]

21/05/2026

Earlier we shared some tips for making your social media more accessible. But what about your emails?

Most of us send them every day, and small formatting choices can make a real difference for people living with sight loss.

Five things worth checking:

- Use clear headings so screen readers can navigate easily
- Choose an accessible font like Arial or Calibri at size 14 or above
- Check for good colour contrast between text and background
- Add descriptive alt text to any images
- Make link text meaningful, not just "click here"

Read the full guide: https://bit.ly/43lxI9b

5 simple ways to make your emails more accessible for people with visual impairment. With at least 2.2 billion people globally having a visual impairment, it is vital that individuals and organisations take steps to ensure their emails are accessible and inclusive.