Harris Voluntary Service ran its busiest playscheme yet over the summer holidays, with young people from across the island enjoying a range of activities which enabled them to explore outdoors, learn new skills, be active and creative - and have a lot of fun. The playscheme took place over the middle four weeks of the holidays, with participants aged from two to fifteen choosing from a selection of activities including boat trips, surfing lessons, beach play, crafting, dancin

Does your community project help improve the mental health and wellbeing of local people in the Western Isles? If so, you could be eligible for funding through the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, which is open for its sixth year. This Scottish Government fund delivered by the Third Sector Interface Western Isles (of which HVS is a member) supports small to medium‑sized community groups, voluntary organisations and social enterprises to deliver adult mental healt

Harris Voluntary Service recently signed the DYW pledge, making a commitment to develop and support opportunities for young people to experience the world of work. DYW (Developing the Young Workforce) Outer Hebrides aims to support young people as they move from education into the world of work. The pledge highlights local organisations who have agreed to play their part in preparing young people for the workplace, whether through sharing knowledge, hosting placements or prov