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Opportunity to Help Shape the Future of Scotland’s Islands
Join a network of island leaders working together to champion island communities, influence policy and drive positive change across Scotland’s islands.
The Scottish Islands Federation is seeking new Board Directors and is inviting passionate island residents to put themselves forward before the nomination deadline of 26 November 2026.
People with a commitment to the future and sustainability of Scotland’s island communities are being encouraged to consider joining the board of the Scottish Islands Federation (SIF).
This voluntary role offers the opportunity to work alongside islanders from across Scotland, contribute to discussions on the issues affecting island communities, build valuable connections, and help shape the work of a national organisation representing the interests of Scotland’s 93 inhabited islands.
The Scottish Islands Federation is a network of island communities working together to strengthen their collective voice, tackle shared challenges and support innovation and collaboration across Scotland’s islands. Its work includes engaging with councils, public agencies and the Scottish Government to ensure island perspectives are heard and understood.
SIF’s objectives include supporting inclusive membership from all Scottish islands, ensuring community and voluntary groups are represented, sharing knowledge and good practice, encouraging networking between islands, and advocating for island interests at regional, national and European levels.
The organisation is member-led and managed by a voluntary board of directors. It is currently supported through member subscriptions and the Scottish Government Islands Team.
Anyone interested in joining the board can request further information and a nomination form by contacting kirsty@scottish-islands-federation.co.uk.
Key dates
- Deadline for nominations: 26 November 2026
- SIF Annual Meeting and Community Gathering: 1 December 2026, 6.30pm
Anyone interested in learning more about SIF is encouraged to join the Annual Meeting and Community Gathering, which will provide an opportunity to hear about SIF’s work, connect with island communities and find out more about getting involved.
For further information and nomination forms, contact kirsty@scottish-islands-federation.co.uk
Find out more about the Scottish Islands Federation here.
