The Scottish Youth Parliament
This is a democratic, politically independent, inclusive, charity set up by a group of passionate youth workers as a national voice for young people in Scotland.
They state that their mission is; "Our vision is of a stronger, more inclusive Scotland that empowers young people by truly involving them in the decision making process"
In more detail;
1. Youth voice – getting our voices heard!
2. Representing other youngsters with the issues regarding the youth
3. Age between 14-25 years of age
They state that their mission is; "Our vision is of a stronger, more inclusive Scotland that empowers young people by truly involving them in the decision making process"
In more detail;
1. Youth voice – getting our voices heard!
2. Representing other youngsters with the issues regarding the youth
3. Age between 14-25 years of age
Edinburgh Young Scot
Edinburgh Young Scot is a youth information and discount initiative for 11-18 year olds in Edinburgh. It encourages and supports young people’s involvement in participation and decision-making.
In more detail;
1. You will have a Edinburgh Young Scot membership card
2. An information book
3. Great discounts in Edinburgh and throughout Scotland
4. A free, confidential youth information line ( 08088010338)
5. AND best of all opportunities f or training e.g. web journalism, podcast training and video blogging & Access to an online list of opportunities and activities in your area.
In more detail;
1. You will have a Edinburgh Young Scot membership card
2. An information book
3. Great discounts in Edinburgh and throughout Scotland
4. A free, confidential youth information line ( 08088010338)
5. AND best of all opportunities f or training e.g. web journalism, podcast training and video blogging & Access to an online list of opportunities and activities in your area.
The Edinburgh City Youth Café – Youth Support and Advice Community Group
6VT Youth Café is located in the old town of Edinburgh. It attracts young people city wide from a wide mix of backgrounds. The service is open 52 weeks of the year, 6 days a week.
Their hours of operation extend way past that of most other traditional youth provision providing supports at time when many young people find themselves in a vulnerable position. As a purpose designed youth café they provide a high quality, safe environment which is respected by service users.
Also another thing that the service offers is free legal advice for any young person. Lawyers from CLAN, 1st Wednesday of every month. (6-7:30pm)
Their hours of operation extend way past that of most other traditional youth provision providing supports at time when many young people find themselves in a vulnerable position. As a purpose designed youth café they provide a high quality, safe environment which is respected by service users.
Also another thing that the service offers is free legal advice for any young person. Lawyers from CLAN, 1st Wednesday of every month. (6-7:30pm)
LGBT Youth Scotland
LGBT Youth Scotland is a voluntary organisation dedicated to the inclusion of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) young people (12-26yr olds) in the life of Scotland.
Tackling homophobia - Support groups, advice and support, events and volunteering, National Projects including LGBT History Month, Policy work, Research, Training for Professionals.
Tackling homophobia - Support groups, advice and support, events and volunteering, National Projects including LGBT History Month, Policy work, Research, Training for Professionals.
Youth Link Scotland
YouthLink Scotland is the national agency for youth work. It is a membership organisation and is in the unique position of representing the interests and aspirations of the whole of the sector both voluntary and statutory. YouthLink Scotland champions the role and value of the youth work sector, challenging government at national and local levels to invest in the development of the sector.
The Citadel Youth Centre
The Citadel youth centre is an Edinburgh based organisation which provides lots of different oppertunities for local children and young people aged 6 - 21 years old. The organisation aims to help children and young people make friends and provides a range of oppertunities including group work, individual support and coaching, health and well being, girls work, intergenerational work, employability support, youth participation,