We're thrilled to announce a new First Aid Training opportunity in collaboration with the British Red Cross! Following the success of our previous sold-out sessions, we're offering another chance for your staff and volunteers to learn vital first aid skills. This interactive workshop, led by experienced Red Cross educators, will help you: Perform essential first…
We would like to invite you to an important information session on the recent changes to the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and related legal requirements, following the implementation of the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Date: Wednesday 23rd April Time: 1:30pm – 3:00pm Venue: The Gateway, 20-22 King Street, Bathgate, EH48 1AX (In-person and online attendance available) Speaker: Duncan Steele from Volunteer Scotland This…
Are You Familiar with Naloxone? Lifesaving Training for Frontline Staff Event Description:Scotland continues to face a devastating public health emergency, with the highest rate of drug-related deaths in Europe. Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose — and anyone can use it in an emergency. VSGWL and West…
Are You Familiar with Naloxone? Lifesaving Training for Frontline Staff Event Description:Scotland continues to face a devastating public health emergency, with the highest rate of drug-related deaths in Europe. Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose — and anyone can use it in an emergency. VSGWL and West…
Have you identified a need within your community that you would like to address? Are you interested in establishing a business that delivers social impact? The Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian is hosting an informal information session on Wednesday 25th June at 6.30pm at our offices in Bathgate, designed for individuals who would like to learn more about…
Are you an organisation based in Fauldhouse & Breich Valley and want to learn more about what Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian does? We’re delighted to invite you to a community event for local groups and organisations, hosted in partnership by The Gateway, West Lothian Council, and Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Community Development Trust. This…
Hello, We’re pleased to invite you to our upcoming Writing Funding Applications training session – a practical and supportive session designed especially for smaller and grassroots third sector organisations and social enterprises in West Lothian. When: Wednesday 20th August at 3pm Where: The Gateway, 20–22 King Street, Bathgate, EH48 1AX Cost: Free for West Lothian third sector organisations and social enterprises What to…
You are warmly invited to attend an important event on Tuesday 26th August at 2pm where Diane Stewart, Health Improvement Lead, will present an update on the current West Lothian Suicide Prevention Strategy. This session will also provide an opportunity for attendees to give feedback on the new plan. The event is open to anyone working in the Third…
Got questions about the West Lothian Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund? Join our online Q&A session on Wednesday 3rd September at 9.30am to find out more about the fund, including how to apply, what’s eligible, and what’s new for this year – including the option to apply for 2-year funding for the first time.…
We’re inviting third sector organisations across West Lothian who deliver mental health services to join us for an open conversation about setting up a Mental Health Forum. The idea is to bring organisations together to explore whether there is interest locally, and to start shaping what a forum could look like. Together we’ll consider: The…
We are delighted to invite you to our next Meet the Funder event, taking place on Thursday 23rd October at 3:00pm at The Gateway, 20–22 King Street, Bathgate. This interactive session will be hosted with Caitlin Logan Carter, Funding Officer – Edinburgh and the Lothians, The National Lottery Community Fund. The session will include: A short presentation from Caitlin on…
Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian, in partnership with Linking Lives, is offering a free training session to help volunteers build confidence and develop stronger communication skills when supporting others in their community. Delivered by Linking Lives, the Good Conversation Training focuses on developing the skills and confidence needed to have meaningful conversations and provide effective…
Date: Wednesday 12th November 2025Time: 6:00pmLocation: The Gateway, 20-22 King Street, Bathgate, EH48 1AXCost: Free (registration required) Thinking about starting a social enterprise? If you’ve ever had an idea to make a positive difference in your community, this informal workshop is for you. Join Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian (VSGWL) to explore how to turn…
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