Your stories

Here you will find stories from our community of veterans and their families and the people and organisations who support and enable them to live well and thrive.

By sharing our stories and experiences, we can learn from each other and inspire one another to take positive steps to move forward. If you would like to share your story, please email hello@svwa.org.uk

5 August 2026

Military women reconnect with nature through Rise and Renew wellbeing programme

Women from across the armed forces community have been taking time to reconnect with themselves, each other and the natural world through Cyrenians’ Rise and Renew wellbeing programme.

29 June 2026

SUNRAY TWOSIX Reflections: The People Behind the Journey 

While SUNRAY TWOSIX travelled through some of Scotland’s most remote communities, the lasting memories created along the way had little to do with miles travelled or destinations reached.

24 June 2026

SUNRAY TWOSIX – A Journey of Connection, Community, and Camaraderie  

What began as a veteran-led wellbeing journey across Scotland’s islands became a powerful reminder of the importance of connection, community, and shared experience.

15 April 2026

Celebrating Completion of First Wellbeing Through Archaeology Programme Cohort

Female veterans, serving personnel and their families find Wellbeing Through Archaeology

2 March 2026

Empowerment, Connection and Celebration at Female Veterans Afternoon Tea

Lothians Veterans Centre hosted an afternoon tea celebrating women who have served

23 February 2026

More than Mosaics: How Veterans Tribe Scotland Brings People Together

We joined a Mosaics Making Workshop run by Veterans Tribe Scotland, and discovered a hub of crafts and community