Speech Bubble Drama

24/08/2026

In celebration of Scottish Learning Disability week, our friends at have a fantastic night of music planned on Monday 7th September. With , , to name a few, it's bound to be a great night out so make sure you get in your diaries!

19/08/2026

Try a new sport?

📣 CALLING ALL WHEELPLAYER ATHLETES! 📣

​The Scottish Nationals 2026 are just around the corner, and we are thrilled to host a dedicated Wheelchair Event on Sunday, 4th October! 🏆

​Don't miss your chance to compete at the Scotstoun Sports Centre in Glasgow. Entries are still OPEN for this category, but time is running out! ⏰

​👇 REGISTER NOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT! 👇
email [email protected]

​Let's make this year's Nationals the biggest and most inclusive yet. See you on the court! 🎾🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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Spinal Injuries Scotland Scottish Disability Sport

19/08/2026

Great opportunity to try some new sports.

Make sure to register for the latest edition of Wheels to Water.

Participants with a disability aged 10 years and older, will be provided with an introduction into sports such as cycling, canoeing and sailing.⛵

Wheels to Water is about providing opportunities for people with a disability to try a range of new and exciting sports in a supportive, fun, inclusive and accessible setting, whilst learning more about the pathways in the sport that are available throughout Scotland.

📆 Taking place Saturday 5th September 2026, with sign up closing August 28th.

To find out more information, and to sign up.⬇
https://tinyurl.com/nxm6tedp

Sportscotland Scottish Cycling Paddle Scotland RYA Scotland

18/08/2026

Resonance is the flow of air through the nose and mouth. It can affect voice quality and intelligibility. This exercise plays around with pitch while directing the flow of air through the mouth, it can also help increase sensation in the lips. The lip trill can be surprisingly challenging for someone with speech difficulties! Try practicing for a few minutes every day!😁

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16/08/2026

🎮🧸 Have you heard about our FREE ASN Family Play Consultation Service? 🧸🎮

If not, here's a reminder of a service that's available to families across Scotland!

📱 Simply scan the QR code on the poster (or click it if viewing digitally) to complete a short form and book your consultation.

💙 The service is completely free and there's no limit to how many consultations you can book, so you can explore different topics over time.

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing and tagging anyone who may benefit.

14/08/2026

Have you ever wanted to try Wheelchair Rugby?✨

If so, you are in luck, with Glasgow Wheelchair Rugby Club hosting a taster session.

Wheelchair rugby is a dynamic, fast-paced and exciting sport, and Glasgow Wheelchair Rugby Club are excited to welcome people with physical disabilities who would like to come along, get active, meet new people and experience the sport.

📆 Taking place on Saturday 22 August 14:30 - 16:30, at Tollcross Leisure Centre, Glasgow.

No previous experience, equipment, or registration required, just turn up for an afternoon of inclusive sport.

Sportscotland

13/08/2026

Showdowns! presents ‘Inspiration’, a new piece of physical theatre, exploring the power of nature.

WHEN 2pm on Sunday 16 August
WHERE The Boardwalk, 105 Brunswick Street, G1 1TF

Tickets are free - message us to book

11/08/2026

Scottish Disability Sport are hiring.✨

Do you have excellent planning, organisational, communication, and IT skills. Are you confident working both independently and collaboratively in a busy, varied, and purpose-driven environment?

If so, the role of Engagement Officer is perfect for you. Reporting to the Engagement Manager, the post holder will help participants access local opportunities while supporting the design, development and delivery of an inspiring annual programme of high-quality events.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 19th August 2026.

Interviews: Wednesday 26th August 2026.

📰 To find out more and to start your application, visit the SDS website.
https://wp.me/p7H0JE-aYX

Sportscotland

11/08/2026

Over 4,600 signatures and counting. Amazing! That's an incredible level of support: thank you. We need a national plan for neuro now. Please show your support by sharing this post and helping us reach more people. Anyone in the UK can sign our open letter to the new Secretary of State for Health and Social Care here: https://bit.ly/4w5hHAY Thank you!

06/08/2026

Busy day today with volunteers working on our social media and comms. Thanks so much and (a very tough director, apparently🎬) for all your help. 👏👏👏 A lovely newsletter and some speech tips coming soon!😁