Shetland Pride (SCIO) couldn't operate without the contribution and dedication of its volunteers. We don't have any paid staff, so we rely heavily on the good will and support of the local community. If you would like to get involved with Shetland Pride (SCIO), take a look at some of the ways you can get involved below.
Trustees are responsible for the overall governance of the charity. Their main duties are to make sure the organisation remains consistent with the purposes of the charity, and that it follows legal stipulations set out in the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005. While the role you would be taking on is a serious one, you will have guidance and support from the rest of the committee, and other organisations such as VAS are always on hand to help!!
It isn't as dull and boring as it sounds though. You'll get to plan fun events and activities, meet and network with different people, and it'll give a massive boost your CV while you're at it!
A new committee is elected at our Annual General Meeting (AGM), but you can join the committee at any time so long as you are a member of the organisation. If you would like to know more, or put your name forward for a position on the board, please email gary.mouat@shetlandpride.co.uk or wayne.leask@shetlandpride.co.uk.
If you would like to put you name forawrd to help out at Shetland Pride 2026, get in touch through the link below:
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There is a distinct lack of spaces and opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Shetland to meet up and socialise. The aim is to try and encourage venues such as pubs, clubs, cafe's, and restaurants around Shetland to put on events that bring the LGBTQ+ community together. We feel it's important that the LGBTQ+ community have access to these types of spaces because it allows them to meet with likeminded people, and provides a safe environment for people to come and just be themselves.
We host a monthly meetup in Mareel, and want to book more spaces that can enable the community to get together and socialise.
Like everything we do, these wouldn't be intended to be solely for the LGBTQ+ community, allies are always welcome to join too!! It is our sincere hope that it will better help normalise LGBTQ+ issues throughout the population, and strenghthen connections throughout the wider Shetland community.
If you would like to volunteer to help at these events, or have an idea of an event that you think we could support you with, please get in touch through email at gary.mouat@shetlandpride.co.uk or sarah.cooper@shetlandpride.co.uk.
