Events

As you may be aware, the Scottish Government is consulting on how social care in Scotland is delivered. The proposed changes have implications for many organisations in the third sector…

Notice is hereby given that the 11th Annual General Meeting of Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian will be held on 27th October at 10am. About this event Zoom joining instructions…

VSGWL is delighted to be hosting the second annual summit showcasing the role and value of the third sector. About this event Save the date - Wednesday 3 Nov 10am…

Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian is delivering FREE cyber resilience training for third sector groups and organisations across West Lothian. You only need to attend one session, which will take…

Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian is delivering FREE cyber resilience training for third sector groups and organisations across West Lothian. You only need to attend one session, which will take…

Invitation to an informal meeting with West Lothian Council and Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian (VSGWL) About this event VSGWL invites staff, volunteers and trustees from all third sector orgs,…

A time to say thanks! Volunteers' Week is an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering. Join us this year to recognise the…

The offer of help and support to individuals arriving from Ukraine is continuing to increase. West Lothian Council and Voluntary Sector Gateway (VSGWL) held a really constructive meeting with community…

On Thursday 22nd September, the Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian will be hosting Let’s Talk About Diversity. The aim of the event is to develop our knowledge, understanding and explore…

Alan McCloskey will be hosting a webinar at 10am on Thursday 10th November with some very useful information regarding our recently launched year 2 of the West Lothian Communities Mental…

The offer of help and support to individuals arriving from Ukraine is continuing to increase. West Lothian Council and Voluntary Sector Gateway (VSGWL) have held constructive meetings with community groups…

Early in 2022 SMILE won the prestigious Charity of the Year award. S.M.I.L.E Counselling launched on June 2015 with a mission to deliver counselling sessions to local young people. Their…

You are invited to our Meet the Funder event on Wednesday 25th January at 2pm.  Join our CEO Alan McCloskey in discussion with Marie Nichol from the National Lottery Community Fund.…

THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. You are invited to our Networking Breakfast Morning on Tuesday 4th April 08:30 – 10:00. It’s an opportunity to catch up on what's going…

We are offering an opportunity to chat about the Community Benefits Gateway in a drop-in lunch session on Teams on 26 April 1-2pm. The Community Benefits Gateway is fantastic opportunity…

Due to popular demand, we have SOLD OUT tickets to our 'Meet the Funder' event on 22nd August, however you can still join virtually via Teams. Join our CEO Alan…

Come along to our drop-in session on Thursday 28 September from 11.00am to 1pm at our Bathgate office or join us virtually on Friday 29 September from 11.00am to find out how…

Come along to our drop-in session on Thursday 28 September from 11.00am to 1pm at our Bathgate office or join us virtually on Friday 29 September from 11.00am to find out how…

You are invited to our Meet the Funder event with The Robertson Trust on Wednesday 4th October, 2pm - 4pm. We have sold out on tickets to attend our Meet the…

We are offering an opportunity to chat about the Community Benefit Gateway in a drop-in lunch Session via Teams on Thursday 23rd November, 12.30 – 13.30. The Community Benefit Gateway…

You are invited to our Christmas Networking event on Tuesday 19th December from 3pm - 5pm. It’s a chance to say thanks and Merry Christmas to our Third Sector colleagues.…

This event is now full.

Your staff and volunteers are invited to an informative Stroke Awareness Event in partnership with the Stroke Association, taking place on Wednesday, February 21st, 2024, from 2-4pm. During this interactive…

Event is now full. Join Online: Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 383 375 284 408…

VSGWL, Community Enterprise, and Business Gateway are collaborating to provide free assistance to local Third Sector Organisations and Social Enterprises. This event specifically caters to small grassroots organisations seeking generic…

Do you want to find out more about how you can support the parents you engage with towards employment? We are offering an opportunity for organisations to chat about the…

Launch event 1 – In person, Tuesday 19th March 09:30 for 10:00 start until 13:00.

Launch event 2 – Online, Thursday 21st March from 10:00 until 12:00.

Launch event 3 – Online, Tuesday 26th March from 14:00 until 16:00.

Join us for an important event on Wednesday 17th April at 10am! Diane Stewart, Health Improvement Lead, will be presenting the West Lothian Suicide Prevention Strategy at The Gateway office.…

You are invited to our online Funding Event in partnership with Easy fundraising on Tuesday 23 April 10am – 11am Does your community organisation need additional funds? Join us on…

Date: Thursday 25th April Time: 14:00pm Location: The Gateway, 20-22 King Street, Bathgate, EH48 1AX You are invited to join us on Thursday 25th April, at 2pm for a Carer…

We cordially invite you to attend an informative event regarding the recent updates to Charity Law in Scotland. Staying informed and compliant with these changes is paramount for all organisations.…

Your staff and volunteers are invited to our First Aid Training in partnership with Red Cross on Wednesday 12th June 2024, 10am-12pm. This is a second opportunity to take advantage…

We are delighted to invite you to a special event focused on Resilience and Wellbeing for Leaders and Managers, specifically tailored for chief officers and senior managers of West Lothian…

VSGWL is hosting an Income Maximisation Event on Wednesday 28th August, 3pm – 4:30pm, at The Gateway office in Bathgate. This event will take place in person and is tailored…

Are you a charity working with children, young people or families? Join us for an informative awareness session on Functional Reflex Therapy (FRT) by Pathway2Wellbeing. Learn how this simple yet…

Date: Thursday, 26th September 2024 Times: 10:00 am - 11:00 am (MEL Workshop), 11:30 am - 12:00 pm (In-Person Networking) Location: The Gateway, 20-22 King Street, Bathgate, EH48 1AX The…

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming event, designed specifically for third sector and social enterprise leaders and managers. This special session, led by wellbeing coach Maire Claire…

Saltire Awards Information Session – Register Today! We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Saltire Awards Information Session! This event is designed to provide valuable insights and guidance…

Are you looking for funding opportunities to support your community initiatives?  Join us for our upcoming webinar, ” Learn about the West Lothian 4 Community Funding Search Tool “. This informative…

Join us on 18th December from 3pm to 5pm for a festive networking event designed for third sector organisations and social enterprises across West Lothian! Celebrate the season, share updates,…

Date: Wednesday 22nd January Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: West Lothian Voluntary Sector Gateway Facilitator: Declan Harrigan Cost: Free of charge Overview Being a CEO in the charity sector…

We’re thrilled to invite you to our Evening Networking Event to celebrate 22 incredible years of Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian! 📅 Date: Tuesday, 18th February ⏰ Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm 📍 Location: The Gateway, 20-22 King Street, Bathgate, EH48…

We’re delighted to invite you to the Engaging Communities Toolkit Training, designed to help individuals and organisations develop their community engagement skills. This interactive session will cover: ✅ What community…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

We’re pleased to invite our partners, third sector organisations and social enterprises from across West Lothian to our festive networking afternoon on Wednesday 17th December, from 3pm to 5pm at…

The Social Enterprise Forum is open to all social enterprises operating in West Lothian (a social enterprise is an organisation that is trading and has an asset lock). It is…

The Third Sector Strategy Group (TSSG) is open to all Third Sector organisations across West Lothian. This is an opportunity for you to: Influence the work of Voluntary Sector Gateway…

The Positive Ageing Services Forum is a space for third sector organisations working with older people in West Lothian to connect, collaborate and influence. The forum offers a valuable opportunity to: Build…

Level 1 Adult Support and Protection Training Online | Wednesday 4th March | 2:00pm – 3:30pm This Level 1 Adult Support and Protection Training provides an introduction to adult support…

VSGWL coordinates the Third Sector Employability Forum to bring together local third sector organisations involved in employability and community support. The forum provides space to: Share updates, resources, and good practice. Build…

The Social Enterprise Forum is open to all social enterprises operating in West Lothian (a social enterprise is an organisation that is trading and has an asset lock). It is…

The Children and Families Forum brings together voluntary, community and non-profit organisations from across West Lothian to help shape and strengthen the support available for children, young people and families.…

Whether you are currently a trustee or thinking about becoming one, this session will help you better understand the important role trustees play in charities and voluntary organisations. Our Trustee…

The Third Sector Strategy Group (TSSG) is open to all Third Sector organisations across West Lothian. This is an opportunity for you to: Influence the work of Voluntary Sector Gateway…

Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian is hosting an online Volunteer Management Training Session designed to support organisations to effectively recruit, support and retain volunteers. Thursday 9th April1:00pm – 3:00pmOnline This…

Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian is pleased to offer this YGAM Social Care training session, designed to help build confidence in supporting young people around gaming and gambling harms. Delivered…

Looking to get involved in your community but not sure where to start? Join our Volunteer Opportunities Showcase event and discover a range of ways you can make a difference…

We’re pleased to invite organisations across West Lothian to our upcoming Green Champion Training, delivered in partnership with West Lothian Climate Action Network and Business Energy Scotland. This free, CPD-certified…

We’re delighted to confirm that the VSGWL Volunteer Awards will return in 2026, following the huge success of last year’s event. The awards will take place on: Thursday 4 June 2026as part of Volunteers’…

Join us for a fun and informal football-themed networking event in Bathgate. Enjoy food, activities, and a lively World Cup atmosphere while connecting with others in a welcoming and inclusive…

Join Triceratops Training for this practical online session exploring how charities can develop a wider range of income streams to build long-term financial sustainability. The session will explore the different…

New to AI? This one-hour introductory session is designed for absolute beginners who want to understand what AI is, how it can be used in the workplace, and how to…

Curious about carbon literacy but not sure what it involves? Join West Lothian Climate Action Network (WLCAN) for a free, 30-minute online lunchtime taster session to learn what Carbon Literacy…

Are you interested in volunteering but not sure where to start? Come along to our Volunteer Opportunities Showcase this September and discover some of the fantastic ways you can get involved across…

Are you looking to make your community building more energy efficient, reduce running costs or explore opportunities for renewable energy? Join us for a free online session exploring the support…

Thursday 1 October 2026 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm | Online via Microsoft Teams Join us for an online session exploring the Equality and Human Rights Mainstreaming Toolkit and how it…

Date: Wednesday 10th February Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Location: Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian, The Gateway, 20–22 King Street, Bathgate, EH48 1AX About the Event Join us for our next…