Walk this way

Changemaker Isla Glover donned her kilt to raise funds for Dyslexia Scotland this summer

This year my brother and I decided to take part in the Dundee Kiltwalk and chose to fundraise for Dyslexia Scotland! With dyslexia being a close topic to our family – I’m dyslexic and so is my dad. it felt amazing to be able to fundraise for such an amazing charity.

It was my first experience doing the Kiltwalk and I had a blast – I would encourage anyone who can to take part. The day was full of laughter, good vibes and sunshine. It was amazing to see all the charities and the amount of money raised all together.

Charities such as dyslexia Scotland rely heavily on donations from charity events. Even though they are a national charity, they are only a small organisation aiming to make Scotland dyslexia friendly.

Even when the walk got tiring, I remembered the difference that even two people can make through donations.

My brother and I raised a total of £445 (an assessment for dyslexia can cost £350).

The thought that the money we raised could change someone’s life means more to me than people will ever know. By joining the momentum and engaging with Dyslexia Scotland you can help the charity provide critical support for people with dyslexia in Scotland, from funding private tutoring sessions to continuing research for making Scotland inclusive. Be a changemaker today!

And to every dyslexic person across Scotland struggling to find your confidence, voice and strength: you are incredibly smart and worthy of succeeding. Never let anyone tell you anything different.