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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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Youth Loneliness – Children and Young People’s Forum
This free networking session will focus on understanding the prevalence and experience of loneliness in children and young people. The event is open to all children, young people, and family befriending services and those interested in the prevention and alleviation of youth loneliness.
  • Date:  10 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 11:00
  • Type:  Webinar
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Free
  • Location:  Online

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Child Protection Lead Training
Overview of child protection lead roles and responsibilities in Scotland. For those who oversee a team working with children and young people.
  • Date:  11 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 15:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Paid
  • Location:  Online

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National Youth Justice Conference 2026
The 2026 Youth Justice Conference, delivered in partnership with the Scottish Government and the National Youth Justice Advisory Group - this year’s theme is Diversity, Inequality, and Justice. This event is now fully booked but you can be added to the waiting list.
  • Date:  17 June, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 16:00
  • Type:  Conference
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Location:  Stirling

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Level 2- Introductory Training to Youth Achievement Awards
This interactive training workshop from the Awards team at Youth Scotland will introduce you to the 4 levels of the Youth Achievement Awards, enabling you to effectively promote, support and deliver these awards in your youth group, project or school.
  • Date:  17 June, 2026
  • Time:  13:00 - 15:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  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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Child Protection Lead Training
Overview of child protection lead roles and responsibilities in Scotland. For those who oversee a team working with children and young people.
  • Date:  3 July, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 15:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Paid
  • Location:  Online

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Child Protection Lead Training
Overview of child protection lead roles and responsibilities in Scotland. For those who oversee a team working with children and young people.
  • Date:  27 August, 2026
  • Time:  10:00 - 15:00
  • Type:  Training
  • Organiser:  Sector
  • Cost:  Paid
  • Location:  Online

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The Calling Leadership Conference - Scotland's Leadership Summit
This one-day event is for leaders from across Scotland and the UK — whether you run a business, lead a team, work in the public sector, or are shaping the next generation of leadership. It’s a chance to step back, gain insight, and be inspired by voices shaping business, culture, and society today. A 50% discount for charities is available until the end of March.
  • Date:  2 October, 2026
  • Time:  9:30 - 16:30
  • Type:  Conference
  • Organiser:  Other
  • Cost:  Paid
  • Location:  Glasgow

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