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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

Data revealing safety concerns prompts go-to online source

Young Scot remains committed to inclusion.

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.

Research highlights what matters to young people in Scotland.

App features youth info, replacement cards and interactive map.

Resources to support young people’s cyber resilience.

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.

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.