Voluntary Health Scotland

The national network for Scotland's voluntary health organisations. Working for a healthier, fairer Scotland served by a thriving voluntary health sector.

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

This Volunteers’ Week we’re celebrating the wellbeing benefits of volunteering. In 2025, VHS Member Volunteer Scotland published research showing that the wellbeing benefits of weekly volunteering have a monetary value of about £1000 per person, per year! https://t.co/QbeD5u1YaJ

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Today we published our response to the Scottish Government consultation on the implementation of the right to breaks for unpaid carers. Read more here: https://t.co/AlOehvGcat

[Third Force News @ThirdForceNews]

New research from Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) reveals that gender inequalities in Scotland’s health system are leaving many people feeling "invisible", with one research participant describing this as "institutional gaslighting"

https://t.co/9KTW3je9db

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Our (IN)VISIBLE report is now LIVE! The report analyses evidence from 50+ VHS members and wider stakeholders, as well as national and academic sources, to identify key themes on the relationship between sex, gender and health.

Read now: https://t.co/YYBAguboGH

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Our (IN)VISIBLE Report exploring the relationship between sex, gender, and health is launching this afternoon at 2pm! 👀

Keep an eye on our website and social channels for more information.

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Earlier this week we sent an Open Letter to all MSPs urging them to prioritise health creation, health equity, and the right to health. So far, 5 MSPs have responded from a range of political parties.
https://t.co/6P3nP1nUqp

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Today we sent an open letter, signed by 79 VHS members, to all new and returning MSPs elected last week. The letter calls on MSPs to prioritise health creation and take action to address health inequalities. Read more here:
https://t.co/6P3nP1nUqp

[Third Force News @ThirdForceNews]

TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector

This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children

Available to read and enjoy here: https://t.co/ueYYtzy5Zq

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Congratulations to Scotland's new and returning MSPs! We look forward to engaging proactively in the weeks, months, and years to come. The future health of Scotland’s people is in our hands.

Read more in our Manifesto for Health Creation:
https://t.co/sPgHsH4hQD

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Election day is here, and it is your LAST CHANCE to sign our Movement for Health Creation Open Letter if you are a VHS member! Together our voices are stronger, sign up by 5pm today.
https://t.co/uJtitJVC1h

[Third Force News @ThirdForceNews]

TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector

This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children

Available to read and enjoy here: https://t.co/gSHXNmjRL0

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

In our latest blog, Policy and Public Affairs Lead, Sarah Latto, reflects on how the manifestos of Scotland’s six main political parties stack up against the VHS Manifesto for Health Creation.

https://t.co/ZO7uGbDkpX

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Check out our exciting upcoming events:

⚧️(IN)VISIBLE Gender and Health research launch - May 19th 1-2.

📊Accessing 2022 Scottish Census Data with @NatRecordsScot - May 26th 10-11.30.

📢Anti-Racism Guidance workshop with CEMVO - June 9th, 1-3.30.

https://t.co/7PVDzwdl5V

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Yesterday we submitted our response to the @scotgov call for views on the National Performance Framework. We recommend an outcome focused on rights and equity, and wider consultation when developing the National Indicators.

Read our full response here: https://t.co/RTaJQKwnhD

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

The Scottish Parliament election is just 5 weeks away and yesterday we hosted a joint hustings event with @ALLIANCEScot featuring reps from all six of the main political parties. Find out what they said about health, prevention and the third sector: https://t.co/uD6JqdZEWT

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

There's still time to sign-up for our Joint Hustings tomorrow! Join us and @ALLIANCEScot as we ask questions to candidates about the important issues facing the Third Sector.
Register here: https://t.co/8tq9Euy3MW

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

Join VHS and The ALLIANCE on March 31st for our Joint Hustings event!

Hear representatives share their Party’s approaches for addressing health inequalities and safeguarding the important role of the third sector.

Sign up now! https://t.co/8tq9Euy3MW

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

With the Scottish Parliament election rapidly approaching, we've developed a handy Election 2026 Toolkit!
You'll find social media graphics, letter templates, and links to ensure you're campaigning safely and legally.

Check it out! https://t.co/R0PgF7OwIM

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

We are delighted that @scotgov has pledged to develop a formal agreement with the third sector. This commitment reflects calls for third sector parity detailed in our Manifesto for Health Creation launched in October 2025. Full response here: https://t.co/9X47Is6Sd9

[Voluntary Health Scotland @VHSComms]

We're so proud to share our 2025 Impact Report!

We had a busy year and a big thank you is due to all of our members - your contributions strengthen our community and play a vital role in everything we do. If you're not yet a member, join us: https://t.co/2pF0UKmq1I