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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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Transitions to Adulthood Strategy: A Statement of Intent
This summary of the Statement of Intent summarises research and engagement to date on Scotland’s first National Transitions to Adulthood Strategy, and sets out what the Scottish Government has heard it should focus on in order to improve experiences of transitions for Scotland’s disabled young people.
  • Topic:  Equality
  • Date:  28 September, 2023

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Let's Be Heard: Sharing Scotland's COVID Experience
The Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry’s listening project, Let's Be Heard, invites the public to share their experiences of the pandemic and any lessons they believe should be learned.
  • Topic:  Covid-19, Health & Wellbeing
  • Date:  27 September, 2023

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Children and Young People's Mental Health and Wellbeing Joint Delivery Board: Final Report
This report summarises the work of the Children and Young People’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Joint Delivery Board which was co-chaired by COSLA and Scottish Government. The Board oversaw reform across areas that impact on the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people.
  • Topic:  Health & Wellbeing
  • Date:  27 September, 2023

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Investing in big change that lasts in our education system in Scotland
DonnaMarie Steel, The Robertson Trust Programmes and Practice Officer, shares her insights and learning from their Education Pathways work so far and provides an update on upcoming opportunities under this theme.
  • Topic:  Education, Skills & Employability, Funding
  • Date:  26 September, 2023

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Into Film's Youth Advisory Council
Do you know a young person who would be interested in learning more about the screen sector and helping to shape the work of Into Film? They can apply to become a member of the Into Film Youth Advisory Council! Apply by 15th October.
  • Topic:  Arts
  • Date:  26 September, 2023

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Young People’s Mental Health Deteriorated at Greater Rate During the Pandemic
Major new study shows young people’s mental health deteriorated during COVID-19, with higher levels of depression and social, emotional and behavioural difficulties than before the pandemic hit.
  • Topic:  Health & Wellbeing
  • Date:  22 September, 2023

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Species on the Edge Youth Panel
Find out more about how young people can work with NatureScot and seven conservation charities dedicated to improving the future of 37 of the rarest and most threatened species on Scotland’s coasts and islands.
  • Topic:  Learning for Sustainability
  • Date:  21 September, 2023

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National Summary Report for the Scottish Attainment Challenge 2022 – 2023
Education Scotland has published its third National Summary Report for 2022 - 2023, which provides key messages about the impact of the ongoing Scottish Attainment Challenge (SAC).
  • Topic:  Education, Skills & Employability
  • Date:  21 September, 2023

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Many Teens Feel Unsafe and Anxious, But Are Positive About Future - Poll
Survation conducted an online poll of 2,014 people aged 13-18 in the UK on behalf of BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Bitesize recently. The survey asked teens about body image, anxiety, and vaping, and reveals concerns about online safety. 
  • Topic:  Health & Wellbeing
  • Date:  20 September, 2023

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The Good Childhood Report
This year’s report reveals that too many young people are unhappy with their lives. 10% of the children aged 10-17 who completed the survey had low wellbeing, and almost a third were unhappy with at least one specific area of their lives.
  • Topic:  Health & Wellbeing, Learning for Sustainability
  • Date:  20 September, 2023

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Gen Z Putting “Dream Jobs” on Hold
Gen Z are putting their 'dream jobs' on hold, as two-thirds of young people say they have lowered their expectations for the future due to rising cost of living, according to a new report from The Prince's Trust and LADbible Group.
  • Topic:  Education, Skills & Employability, Poverty
  • Date:  19 September, 2023

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Committee Urges Government Action to Strengthen Culture in Communities
A Holyrood Committee has published a new report highlighting the challenges in supporting culture to thrive within communities across Scotland.
  • Topic:  Arts
  • Date:  18 September, 2023

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