I had the pleasure of visiting @auroraenergyservices on Tuesday where 3 transitioning Army personnel have completed a new 7 week programme to.prepare them.for careers in the wind energy industry. It was inspiring to hear how this training gives Service Leavers the technical knowledge, confidence and industry insight needed to step into one of Scotland's fastest growing sectors. The commitment shown by the learners and the supportive, hands on approach from the Aurora team, is exactly the kind of collaboration that benefits bot Service Leavers and employers. Scotland's renewable energy future is bright, and it's fantastic to see veterans playing a part in it. Well done to all involved.
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A productive day in Inverness on Wednesday meeting a range of dedicated people working hard to support veterans across the Highlands.
Started the morning with Highland Council's new Veterans Champion Morven Reid, great to hear her passion and priorities for the ceteran community locally. Spent time with 3SCOTS Welfare Team and Highland Council's Military Liaison Group Lead, whose insights into serving families and personel in transition were invaluable. I also.met with NHS Highland Veterans Champion and team, discussing how healthcare services can vontinue to evolve to support veterans across such a geographically diverse region. The day ended with a visit to 7 SCOTS, (pictured) where I heard about a proposal for a new group focusing on veterans in recovery.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their work and perspectives. Your commitment strengthens the support available to veterans and their families across the Highlands.
#ArmedForcesCommunuty #Inverness #Veterans
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Honoured to spend time with an inspiring group of women veterans at a retreat organised by Sheroes and supported by Help for Heroes. Their honesty, strength and shared experiences were powerful reminders of the unique challenges, and incredible resilience, within our women veteran community. Thank you to everyone who took the time to speak with me. Your voices will continue to shape my work.
#WomenVeterans #Community #Support #Service
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With highlights including the announcement of successful Scottish Veteran Fund projects, the publication of the National Framework for the Veterans Mental Health & Wellbeing Pathway, and a productive consultation event on the delivery of VALOUR, March was an encouraging month for the veteran support landscape in Scotland.
Read more in my latest blog, link in bio - SVC news and blogs 🔗
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