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Keep your finger firmly on the pulse of Scotland’s youth work sector with our news, events & blogs library. You’ll get the top stories, best training opportunities and insightful comment from across the sector.

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Equity in Education - The Vital Role of Youth Work
We've published a report to highlight what has been achieved and learned through the Youth Work and Schools SAC National Programme to date, and the importance of continuing to strengthen collaboration across the educational system, so that all young people can reach their full potential.
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Let's Talk About Online
Conversations make a difference! Join this training from 10.30am to 12pm on 28th April to explore how to chat to young people about what’s happening in their online lives.

Youth Work Manifesto
The manifesto sets out three national commitments Scotland must make to ensure every young person can thrive through access to high-quality youth work. Together, they represent the foundation of a stronger, fairer youth work system: guaranteed by law, universally accessible, and sustained by investment.

The Link Magazine 2025
The latest edition of The Link shines a light on how youth work across Scotland is creating safer spaces and stronger futures for young people.

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Gambling in the Family: The Hidden Harms
This training will explore gambling and the associated risks and harms, including the increasingly blurred lines between gaming and gambling.
  • Date:  21 April, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 12:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Child Protection Awareness Training
Join Youth Scotland for an engaging and informative online workshop designed to support youth workers and volunteers in understanding and applying effective child protection practices.
  • Date:  28 April, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 13:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free, Paid
  • Location:  Online

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Let's Talk About Online
Conversations make a difference! Join this training to explore how to chat to young people about what's happening in their online lives.
  • Date:  28 April, 2026
  • Time:  10:30 - 12:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  YouthLink Scotland
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Gambling in the Family: The Hidden Harms
This training will explore gambling and the associated risks and harms, including the increasingly blurred lines between gaming and gambling.
  • Date:  5 May, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 12:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Voices for Impact Training
Training programme to equip those working in the youth work sector to effectively use the Voices for Impact (VfI) Platform.
  • Date:  7 May, 2026
  • Time:  13:00 - 17:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Stirling

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Voices for Impact Training
Training programme to equip those working in the youth work sector to effectively use the Voices for Impact (VfI) Platform.
  • Date:  14 May, 2026
  • Time:  18:00 - 20:30
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Child Protection Awareness Training
Join Youth Scotland for an engaging and informative online workshop designed to support youth workers and volunteers in understanding and applying effective child protection practices.
  • Date:  15 May, 2026
  • Time:  13:00 - 16:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free, Paid
  • Location:  Online

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