Our Words
"Indy1st is at the forefront of empowering Scotland through grassroots activism. Registered with both corporate and electoral bodies, we aim to invigorate democracy from the ground up. The mission is simple: to support, facilitate, and advocate." - Geoff Bush
"Indy 1st will help pro-independence Independent candidates and grassroots campaigns overcome the disadvantages from not having access the resources. Indy 1st will provide the tools they need to level the electoral playing field. Our key IT resource is the groundbreaking Aye App with registration, canvassing and communications functions to support a network of grassroots independence activists"
"Independence is our priority, and Indy 1st gives us the tools to fight harder and smarter.
"The Aye app will be a huge asset to Schemes For Indy, as it will enable our activists to quickly get folk registered and collect invaluable data. Lets show the schemes they have a whole team fighting for them.
"Support for independence in schemes remains high, and through Indy 1st and Schemes for Indy we can ensure that those indy voices are heard.
"From here on in, the campaign does not stop until we achieve our goal. Bring It On!!" - Leanne Tervit, Schemes for Indy
"Indy1st stands as a beacon of hope for individuals and groups advocating for Scottish independence. With a grassroots approach, and the Aye App, Indy1st intends to empower voices and hearts throughout the nation, fostering unity and solidarity among independence-minded supporters. Through strategic campaigns,local and national, education, and political discourse Indy1st aims to amplify the call for sovereignty, paving the way for a self-determined, independent Scotland. We will do that by being proactive and active in every way. This is not a talking shop this is a hands on enterprise." - Roddy MacLeod, Through a Scottish Prism.
"Independence for Scotland has rapidly become a central topic in political discourse, driven by a pressing sense of urgency arising from various factors. Scotland's distinct identity and values often clash with decisions made at Westminster, underscoring the need for greater autonomy. Economic uncertainties post-Brexit highlight the importance of Scotland having control over its fiscal policies and international relations. Issues such as healthcare and education could be better tailored to Scottish needs under independent governance. Within this context, indy1st stands out as the organisation championing the aspirations of the Scottish people. It embodies the grassroots movement for independence, rallying diverse voices and advocating for a fairer, more inclusive society. Additionally, the Aye App emerged as a revolutionary asset, promising to transform the way activists engage with the movement. With its user-friendly interface and comprehensive toolkit, Aye App empowers activists by organising events, mobilising supporters, and providing crucial information and resources. Together, indy1st and the AyeApp symbolise the democratic spirit driving Scotland's push for self-determination, inviting everyone to join the movement and be at the forefront of Scotland's quest for independence." - Denise Sommerville
"When I've been out doing the messages and I pass the checkout in supermarkets I'm halted by the trolley holding the food bank collection. It gets on my nerves because supermarkets shouldn't make money from good hearted shoppers donating to charity, and it drives me mad that there's a need for food banks in Scotland at all.
"I was born in Belfast, brought up there and in Cumbernauld and Clackmannanshire. My Mum and Dad worked multiple jobs to feed and clothe us. When times were hard, our shoes had insoles made from the Daily Record; breakfast was once tins of custard, recovered in my Dad's green Cortina, scavenged from a lorry crash.
"I'm Indy 1st because Scotland is a land of plenty and opportunity, not a country where people should starve or shiver. Let’s feed and heat everyone." - Eva Comrie
"Independence is not just something we want; it is something we need. Westminster have robbed us for years to fund their own priorities but never Scotland's. While we have children going to school hungry and to bed cold, Westminster always finds money for bombs and wars, our pensions are the second lowest in the western world and the age of the pension is being increased over the age of life expectancy of Scots meaning you will be lucky to see a penny. Independence is the only answer to our problems." - Allan Petrie