Lead Scotland

05/06/2026

As Volunteers’ Week comes to an end, we’d like to thank our volunteers again for all they do and will continue to recognise and celebrate their contribution throughout the year.

Lead Scotland wouldn't be the same without you - thank for everything!

www.lead.org.uk/opportunities-for-volunteers

05/06/2026

As a special volunteers week treat, we’re releasing some brand new, exciting news...

We’re looking to recruit people of varied identities to share their lived experiences with online safety.

They will form our brand new Accessible Cyber Experiences Group. Also known as the ACE Group.

We don’t have more details yet, but if you’re interested in finding out more, for yourself or for someone you know, please complete our enquiry form below

Enquiry form: https://forms.office.com/e/T9tS7VDcZX

02/06/2026

It's volunteers week this week and we'd like to take the time to publicly thank all our FANTASTIC volunteers at Lead Scotland.

From befrienders to digital skills volunteers to our board members - the work you do is invaluable. You help us meet our vision of a fair society where disabled people and carers have an equal opportunity to learn, participate and achieve their potential.

If you're interested in exploring volunteering with us head to our website.
www.lead.org.uk/opportunities-for-volunteers

And for our existing volunteers - take a moment to celebrate yourself and everything you do. You are valued and you are great!

02/06/2026

🛡️ Cyber Tuesday 🌐

Your phone number can unlock more than you think.

SIM-swapping can give criminals access to calls, texts and account verification codes, putting your finances at risk.

A sudden loss of service should never be ignored.

If something feels off, check with your mobile provider straight away. 📱

Discover more about what SIM Swapping is, how it works and how to stay safe from it.
👉️ www.lead.org.uk/2026/05/14/sim-swapping-why-and-how-to-keep-your-phone-number-safe

Stay alert. Stay secure online.

CyberScotland

01/06/2026

We’re recruiting new trustees!

Help shape a more inclusive Scotland through learning, digital access and opportunity.

As a trustee, you will:
- Contribute your skills and experience
- Help guide our strategic direction
- Champion inclusion and positive change
- Join a friendly, values-led and supportive board

More info at:
www.lead.org.uk/trustees

01/06/2026

💻 📱 Online Safety for Families

In partnership with Police Scotland’s Cybercrime Harm Prevention Team, Connect is hosting a virtual event to discuss online safety.

The internet can be a wonderful tool for all of us. Children and young people can go online to do schoolwork, communicate with teachers and friends, and play interactive games. But online access also comes with risks, like inappropriate content, cyberbullying and scams.

Ensuring children and young people learn to stay safe online is a priority. In partnership with Police Scotland’s Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Unit, Connect is hosting a virtual event to discuss online safety for families.

This session will consist of a short presentation, followed by the opportunity to ask questions.

You can submit questions prior to the session at [email protected]

Places are free, booking is essential
📍 https://orlo.uk/pAy3o
🗓️ 2 June 2026, 8–9pm

28/05/2026

Did you know we have Easy Read online safety and scam guides?

Check out our Easy Read library here: https://www.lead.org.uk/easy-read-and-accessible-resources/

Today is International Easy Language Day, a day to celebrate the importance of accessible information and inclusion!

The day marks the creation of Inclusion Europe in 1988, whose Easy Language guidelines are still used around the world today.

We are proud to be part of the International Easy Read Community of Practice, a global network of Easy Read writers, artists, and people who use Easy Read, working together to improve accessibility and share best practice.

The group has created a range of free Easy Read resources, including guidance on:

✔️ Using images effectively
✔️ Creating inclusive book clubs
✔️ Easy Read best practice and accessibility

Whether you are new to Easy Read or looking to build your knowledge, these resources are a great place to start.

Download the free resources here: https://disabilityequality.scot/free-easy-read-resources/

Image description: A poster for International Easy Language Day on 28 May. The top section has a teal background with the words “Learn how to write more inclusively” in large white text and “International Easy Language Day 28 May” in smaller yellow text underneath. Below is an overhead photograph of six people sitting in a circle in discussion. In the centre is an orange circle with the words “Free easy read resources”. At the bottom is the logo for the International Easy Read Community of Practice, including a globe and an open book icon.

26/05/2026

This week's Cyber Tuesday post introduces our NEW course and blog on SIM Swapping.

SIM Swapping is a new type of scam that criminals are undertaking.

It is when criminals take control of your phone number so they can intercept calls, texts and security codes linked to your accounts.

Learn:
- how SIM Swapping works
- why your phone number is important to your online safety
- how to protect your 2-Factor Authentication
- how to stay safe from SIM Swapping scams

Check out blog on SIM Swapping at
👉️ www.lead.org.uk/2026/05/14/sim-swapping-why-and-how-to-keep-your-phone-number-safe

Stay safe out there online, protecting your finances and accounts from cyber criminals.

CyberScotland

24/05/2026

www.lead.org.uk/trustees

21/05/2026

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day!

We’re hosting a webinar later today exploring digital tools to help people to stay safe online.

We want to share those tools here so more people can learn about them.

Here’s are our top digital tools to help stay safe online:
1. www.urlvoid.com - check the safety of a link
2. www.security.org/how-secure-is-my-password - check the strength of a password
3. www.asksilver.com - check if something is a scam
4. stopncii.org - help with removing non-consensual intimate images online
5. digital.lead.org.uk - digital health checker
6. haveibeenpwned.com - check if an email address has been leaked in a data breach

Bonus Digital Accessibility tools:
1. WebAIM Contrast Checker webaim.org/resources/contrastchecker
2. Hemingway Editor hemingwayapp.com

💻 Find more useful tools to help you stay safe online on the ‘Tools’ section of our online learning platform My.Lead.org.uk

CyberScotland