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Members Network
We are pleased to open bookings for the summer Members Network meeting. This meeting will explore youth work and anti-social behaviour – understanding the challenges and strengthening the response. Online, 27th June.
National Youth Work Awards 2025
A huge congratulations to our newest array of National Youth Work Awards winners! Meet the faces and the teams behind some of the very best youth work in Scotland.
National Youth Work Conference 2025
This year’s National Youth Work Conference will take place in Glasgow on Monday 27th October. The theme is Safe Spaces, Strong Futures – Youth Work’s Role in Safeguarding Young People and Promoting Wellbeing. Save the date and find out more…
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Nae Danger: No Knives, Better Lives New Active Bystander Package
We’re excited to announce the launch of our refreshed Nae Danger Active Bystander Package – a practical, youth-led resource designed to help practitioners support young people in taking safe, confident action when they witness harm or risk in their communities.

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Social Security Scotland research needs 16 to 24 year olds
Social Security Scotland wants to improve its service for young people. To do so, researchers want to talk to people aged 16 to 24 years.
  • Topic:  Poverty
  • Date:  1 June, 2023

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Guiding vision for education unveiled
Findings from the biggest listening exercise ever undertaken on Scottish education have been published. The National Discussion asked the public for their views and reached 38,000 people, including 26,000 pupils and students.
  • Topic:  Education, Skills & Employability
  • Date:  31 May, 2023

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The Scottish Outdoor Access Code Education Resource Pack
A new resource to help support young people to explore and understand their rights and responsibilities in the outdoors and apply them to their daily lives. It provides activity ideas that are designed to be fun and thought provoking.
  • Topic:  Outdoor Learning
  • Date:  31 May, 2023

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Violence Prevention Framework for Scotland
This Framework sets out Scottish Government's vision to prevent violence across Scotland, and when it does occur, to reduce its harm. It is supported by an evidence supplement, spotlights some cross government work and includes priority aims and an Action Plan, outlining the initial activities going forward.
  • Topic:  Violence
  • Date:  31 May, 2023

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The Impact of Youth Work Volunteering
Please help us demonstrate how volunteering opportunities through youth work are helping to address the poverty related attainment gap.
  • Topic:  Rights, Participation & Volunteering
  • Date:  30 May, 2023

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Keeping the Promise
Minister responds to major report on redesigning the children’s hearings system.
  • Date:  29 May, 2023

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Meet the finalists: Volunteer Youth Worker
Did you know that youth work volunteers across Scotland give 13 million hours of their time each year. These finalists are creating opportunities for young people to realise their potential and supporting their achievements.
  • Topic:  National Youth Work Awards
  • Date:  29 May, 2023

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Meet the finalists: Team of the Year
There’s no I in Team. And there’s no denying that some of the best youth work happens in partnership. Our nominees are empowering staff and volunteers to deliver high-quality youth work services together.
  • Topic:  National Youth Work Awards
  • Date:  29 May, 2023

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Meet the finalists: Recognising Skills and Achievement
Youth workers are part of education. They help young people to develop the knowledge, achievement and skills to reach their potential in learning, life and work, and face the future with confidence.
  • Topic:  National Youth Work Awards
  • Date:  29 May, 2023

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Meet the finalists: Youth Worker of the Year
These finalists are respected by young people, youth workers and partners alike. They embody the skills, knowledge and values of youth work, making sure that young people have the opportunity to learn and develop.
  • Topic:  National Youth Work Awards
  • Date:  29 May, 2023

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Starting A Tech Club - A Free Guide
A new 50-page guide that walks you through everything you need to know about starting a tech club step-by-step - an ideal resource for youth workers interested in helping young people learn more about tech.
  • Topic:  Digital Youth Work
  • Date:  29 May, 2023

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Meet the finalists: Participation & Youth Voice
Young people have power when it comes to making a difference. They are brave, full of ideas, and always thinking about the future. Their ideas are sparks that can ignite big transformations. These finalists are supporting young people to fearlessly question and have their say.
  • Topic:  National Youth Work Awards
  • Date:  29 May, 2023

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