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Members Network – The Preventative Power of Youth Work
Join us on 18th June from 11am to 12.30pm for the second Members Network of 2026 to explore the preventative power of youth work.
Better Lives Survey 2026
This new report draws on engagement with 2,922 young people across Scotland and provides valuable insight into how young people perceive violence, knife crime, safety, and prevention efforts in the current social climate.

Join Us on 2nd June for Power of Youth Day 2026
Power of Youth Day is back – and this year, it’s all about Common Ground. In a world that can feel increasingly polarised, Common Ground is our collective response: a celebration of what unites us.
Building Ethical Partnerships with the Tech Sector
A new set of tools has been launched, designed to support youth work organisations to make ethical alliances with technology companies.

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Talk about Vaping
This Youth Scotland session is for trusted adults working with young people and aims to develop confidence in using our free resources, facilitating workshops and holding 1:1 conversations with young people.
  • Date:  26 May, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 12:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free, Paid
  • Location:  Online

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Under Pressure Training for Youth Work Practitioners
This free, 2.5 hour session from Zero Tolerance provides information about the pressures young people face that might be impacting their intimate relationships, and invites reflection about implications for practice. Practitioners will leave with heightened insight about these issues and ways to address them in their work with young people.
  • Date:  26 May, 2026
  • Time:  14:00 - 16:30
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Sexual Health Awareness
This interactive workshop from Youth Scotland, facilitated by NHS Sexual Health Clinic team, supports youth workers to confidently explore and respond to the realities of young people’s sexual health and relationships in today’s world.
  • Date:  28 May, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 12:30
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Ready for Youth Work
A practical course for youth workers and volunteers to ensure that they can: create a safe space for young people; plan, deliver and evaluate fun youth work sessions for young people; engage young people meaningfully and celebrate and recognise their achievements.
  • Date:  1 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 13:30
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Understanding Eating Disorders: A Lived Experience Approach for Youth Workers
This interactive online workshop from Youth Scotland provides a practical and personal insight into eating disorders, grounded in lived experience rather than clinical theory.
  • Date:  2 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 11:30
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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A Complete Guide to PVG and Your Signatory Role
This session is designed to support all lead and additional signatories, whether you are new to the role, about to step into the role or are interested in finding out more about what the role of being a signatory involves. This session covers all aspects of the PVG Scheme and will leave you with the information required to process PVG scheme applications for your organisation.
  • Date:  8 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 16:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Stirling

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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:  23 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 13:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free, Paid
  • Location:  Online

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A Complete Guide to PVG and Your Signatory Role
This session is designed to support all lead and additional signatories, whether you are new to the role, about to step into the role or are interested in finding out more about what the role of being a signatory involves. This session covers all aspects of the PVG Scheme and will leave you with the information required to process PVG scheme applications for your organisation.
  • Date:  24 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 16:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Stirling

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Inclusive Participation and Engagement with Children and Young People
An opportunity from Children in Scotland to learn more about how to ensure your participation work with children and young people is rights-based and inclusive.
  • Date:  24 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:30 - 12:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free, Paid
  • Location:  Online

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Ready for Youth Work
A practical Youth Scotland course for youth workers and volunteers to ensure that they can: create a safe space for young people; plan, deliver and evaluate fun youth work sessions for young people; engage young people meaningfully and celebrate and recognise their achievements.
  • Date:  29 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 16:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Glasgow

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Getting Data Protection Right When Handling Children and Young People’s Information
This session will help charities to understand their obligations, strengthen practices and build confidence that they are protecting children’s information lawfully and responsibly, ultimately safeguarding the children and young people they support.
  • Date:  20 August, 2026
  • Time:  10:30 - 12:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Free, Paid
  • Location:  Online

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