Created to provide an offline source of information for P7 pupils, this ‘Young Carers’ special features real-life stories and activities to increase awareness and visibility of the incredible contributions young carers make.
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John Loughton, third sector leader, will take over at the helm of Young Scot in early 2026. John is a leading social entrepreneur, leadership consultant and motivational speaker with over 20 years of experience, including previous engagement with Young Scot.
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Young Scot has published a new report highlighting how children and young people have helped shape the draft Children’s Rights Scheme, a key part of the Scottish Government’s work to deliver on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024.
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A new report has revealed the lasting benefits of the Young Persons’ (Under 22s) Free Bus Travel Scheme, highlighting its role in supporting young people through the cost of living crisis, tackling child poverty and promoting more sustainable travel.
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Young people can help shape their own future by taking part in our Truth About Youth survey and sharing their views to help Young Scot and partners design services that reflect what matters most to them.
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A brand-new YouTube docuseries from Young Scot is set to spark vital conversations around toxic masculinity, men’s mental health and what it really means to grow up as a man in Scotland today.
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Discover how your organisation can add questions to Young Scot’s Truth About Youth 2025/26 Survey and gain valuable insights from thousands of young people across Scotland.
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Amy Simmons, Vice Chair of the Young Scot Board, has received an Outstanding Achievement accolade in the Young Achiever of the Year category at the Scottish Women’s Awards 2025.
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Our new hub will give young people trusted advice on personal safety, what happens if you’re stopped by the police and guidance on issues such as sextortion, cybercrime and hate crime.
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Young Scot remains committed to inclusion. To demonstrate our dedication to LGBT inclusion, we’re proud to have achieved the silver LGBT charter mark through LGBT Youth Scotland.
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Scotland’s only national awards for young people demonstrate the power of positive role models. The 2025 awards hit different celebrating Scotland’s most inspiring young people in a ceremony full of heartfelt stories – none more moving than that of superstar volunteer Ellie Hodge, crowned Young Scot of the Year.
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Young people in Scotland are facing a safety crisis, with 67% reporting they have felt unsafe at some point. Over 2,500 11 to 25-year-olds took part in Young Scot’s annual Truth About Youth survey, which explored what young people think about life in Scotland, their concerns and the issues that matter most to them.
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Research highlights what matters to young people in Scotland.
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App features youth info, replacement cards and interactive map.
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Resources to support young people’s cyber resilience.
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A survey by Young Scot and Fast Forward has revealed the financial toll of in-game purchases with nearly a quarter of young gamers admitting to gambling while playing video games.
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The stage is set for an unforgettable celebration as the Young Scot Awards returns to the iconic Platform venue in Glasgow to honour the remarkable achievements of Scotland's young people.
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Our schoolbag-friendly YS Magazine is packed full of puzzles, tips on looking after your wellbeing, stories and discounts perfectly pitched to provide 11 to 12-year-olds with information as they prepare to become Young Scot cardholders.
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From ice-skating, to carnivals to cosying up with a good book – young people can access a variety of discounts to fill up their time during the winter holidays!
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Young surfers, students and adventurers can experience the thrills of Scotland’s first state-of-the-art artificial surf park at an affordable price as newly opened Lost Shore Surf Resort partners with Young Scot.
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