Former Moderator Named Epilepsy Charity Ambassador

                                                                                                                     Wednesday August 2 2023

A former Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland has been appointed as an ambassador of the charity Epilepsy Scotland.

The voluntary ambassador role will see the Very Rev Dr Iain Greenshields represent the charity at meetings and events where required, take part in fundraising campaigns, and to be a voice for people living with epilepsy.

Dr Greenshields, minister at Dunfermline: St Margaret’s, has lived with epilepsy for 65 years. Welcoming his appointment, he said: “I am very honoured to be an ambassador for Epilepsy Scotland. I want to be a positive advocate for people living with epilepsy and to be available to meet with anyone who wants to talk about or be informed about the condition.

“I will be at the service of Epilepsy Scotland and will support fundraising efforts and seek to highlight the need for the wider public to understand epilepsy and for people living with the condition to feel understood.

“Epilepsy is more than seizures – I know that because I was diagnosed with depression at 11 so understand the issues that sit alongside epilepsy, not least the barriers I faced seeking employment. I want to see the employment opportunities for those living with epilepsy become as good as they can possibly be.”

Lesslie Young, Chief Executive of Epilepsy Scotland, added:

“Dr Greenshields has an abundance of experience, skills and connections which will be extremely beneficial in highlighting the work of the charity and the condition, as well as promoting fundraising opportunities.

“And, importantly, he has the lived experience of epilepsy and, since being diagnosed as a young child, has overcome immense barriers in his life, which makes him a strong advocate for others living with the condition.

“He will complement the work of our two student ambassadors, Chloe and Freya, in continuing to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people living with epilepsy and how the work of Epilepsy Scotland can make a real difference.”

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