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We are Scotland’s network for community-based youth work. We provide quality youth work programmes, information, resources, training and support. Engage with us: linktr.ee/youthscotland

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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 15h
Leading a youth work organisation… or hoping to step into that role soon? Our FREE 'Leading Youth Work Organisations' training is designed to support anyone who’s guiding, managing or steering a youth group in Scotland. Find out more and apply 🔗 bit.ly/4qi31eE
Youth workers attend a session. Youth Scotland logo.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 03/10/2026
🚨Ready for Youth Work 🚨 Take the first step towards youth work with Ready for Youth Work 🏃 📚 Six modules. One SCQF Level 3 qualification. All you need to know to start you youth work journey. Find a suitable date: bit.ly/45GAeaO
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Ready for Youth Work
Ready for Youth Work is a practical course for youth workers supporting them to create safe spaces and meaningfully engage with young people.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 02/10/2026
Following the retirement of our current Senior Development Worker and an internal promotion, two positions have opened up at the Youth Scotland Awards team! -Awards Senior Development Worker -Awards Co-ordinator Find out more: bit.ly/4siso0M
Youth workers smile at the camera. Youth Scotland logo. Plan, do, review logos. Textbox reads: Join our team! Awards Senior Development Worker and Awards Co-ordinator
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 01/10/2026
🚨Ready for Youth Work 🚨 Take the first step towards youth work with Ready for Youth Work 🏃 📚 Six modules. One SCQF Level 3 qualification. All you need to know to start you youth work journey. Find a suitable date: bit.ly/45GAeaO
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Ready for Youth Work
Ready for Youth Work is a practical course for youth workers supporting them to create safe spaces and meaningfully engage with young people.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 01/10/2026
Leading a youth work organisation… or hoping to step into that role soon? Our FREE 'Leading Youth Work Organisations' training is designed to support anyone who’s guiding, managing or steering a youth group in Scotland. Find out more and apply 🔗 bit.ly/4qi31eE
Youth workers attend a session. Youth Scotland logo.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 30/09/2026
Following the retirement of our current Senior Development Worker and an internal promotion, two positions have opened up at the Youth Scotland Awards team! -Awards Senior Development Worker -Awards Co-ordinator Find out more: bit.ly/4siso0M
Youth workers smile at the camera. Youth Scotland logo. Plan, do, review logos. Textbox reads: Join our team! Awards Senior Development Worker and Awards Co-ordinator
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 29/09/2026
Formartine Youth Project are a fantastic example of how community-based youth work meets the challenges young people face in Scotland's Rural communities. We took a trip to Pitmedden, in Rural Aberdeenshire, to find out more about this amazing member group. Read more: bit.ly/YS-IR2025-26
Youth workers walk towards the camera with their hands up. Text reads: 12 Hours to Stirling. Formartine Youth Project are a fantastic example of how community-based youth work meets the challenges young people face in Scotland's Rural communities. We took a trip to  Pitmedden in rural Aberdeenshire to find out more from this amazing member group.  Funding is always a challenge with all groups […] Youth Scotland know the benefits of youth work and the difference it can make […] the money can go a long way, if you let youth workers get creative, it can go a long way. Caroline, Formartine Youth Project
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 28/09/2026
Leading a youth work organisation… or hoping to step into that role soon? Our FREE 'Leading Youth Work Organisations' training is designed to support anyone who’s guiding, managing or steering a youth group in Scotland. Find out more and apply 🔗 bit.ly/4qi31eE
Youth workers attend a session. Youth Scotland logo.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 24/09/2026
Youth Scotland's impact this 2025/26 This year our membership has continued to increase. It currently stands at 628 membership orgs. who run 2,430 member youth groups, reaching 116,979 young people and 12,348 youth workers, of which 7,614 are volunteers. Read more 🔗 bit.ly/YS-IR2025-26
Young people attend a session. Text says: Supporting our membershipYouth workers smile at the camera
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 22/09/2026
Join our upcoming 'Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look'. This workshop is to help youth workers to understand and respect autistic people more, which in turn will build bridges and better connections with the autistic community. Sign up: bit.ly/46xHeI5
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Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look - 24 September 2026
Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look - 24 September 2026
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 21/09/2026
Child Protection Officer - 2 Part Course Sign up to our upcoming course on 22 and 29 September, to gain the knowledge, confidence and practical tools needed to carry out the vital safeguarding role of Child Protection Officer. Find out more and sign up: bit.ly/4xWYeDr
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Child Protection Officer, Online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 20/09/2026
Join our upcoming 'Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look'. This workshop is to help youth workers to understand and respect autistic people more, which in turn will build bridges and better connections with the autistic community. Sign up: bit.ly/46xHeI5
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Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look - 24 September 2026
Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look - 24 September 2026
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 19/09/2026
Child Protection Officer - 2 Part Course Sign up to our upcoming course on 22 and 29 September, to gain the knowledge, confidence and practical tools needed to carry out the vital safeguarding role of Child Protection Officer. Find out more and sign up: bit.ly/4xWYeDr
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Child Protection Officer, Online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 18/09/2026
Join our upcoming 'Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look'. This workshop is to help youth workers to understand and respect autistic people more, which in turn will build bridges and better connections with the autistic community. Sign up: bit.ly/46xHeI5
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Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look - 24 September 2026
Understanding Autism: Level 2 - Taking a closer look - 24 September 2026
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 17/09/2026
This year, in response to funding pressures, we provided practical fundraising support alongside wider capacity-building by offering training sessions to help groups build confidence and relationships with funders. Read our impact report to find out more 🔗 bit.ly/YS-IR2025-26
Youth workers and young people complete an activity. Text reads: Our impact
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 16/09/2026
Child Protection Officer - 2 Part Course Sign up to our upcoming course on 22 and 29 September, to gain the knowledge, confidence and practical tools needed to carry out the vital safeguarding role of Child Protection Officer. Find out more and sign up: bit.ly/4xWYeDr
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Child Protection Officer, Online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 15/09/2026
Have you read our impact report? Our membership currently stands at 628 membership organisations who run 2,430 member youth groups, reaching 116,979 young people and 12,348 youth workers, of which 7,614 are volunteers. Read more 🔗https://bit.ly/YS-IR2025-26
Excerpts of Youth Scotland's 2025/26 impact report.A young person sits on the floor and gives a thumb up to the camera. Text reads: 116,979 young people were supported across our services and programmes A young person appears in the image. Text reads: 2,430 total youth groups, from 622 member organisationsYouth workers smile at the camera. 12,438 youth workers, of whom 7,614 are volunteers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 11/09/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) course where participants will cover: -Understanding Youth Work -Engaging with Young People -Delivering Youth Work Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
PDA in Youth Work. Youth workers and young people complete an activity together. Textbox reads: nationally recognised, SCQF Level 6 qualification. Deepen your youth work skills and strengthen your practice in a real-world setting.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 10/09/2026
This week is Suicide Prevention Awareness Week and today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide Prevention Scotland has some very approachable and helpful resources to support practitioners to start conversations about this challenging topic. Find out more here: bit.ly/4gZ5doj
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 08/09/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) course where participants will cover: -Understanding Youth Work -Engaging with Young People -Delivering Youth Work Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
PDA in Youth Work. Youth workers and young people complete an activity together. Textbox reads: nationally recognised, SCQF Level 6 qualification. Deepen your youth work skills and strengthen your practice in a real-world setting.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 05/09/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) and is the perfect companion to both seasoned professionals and early-career youth workers. Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
Youth workers smile in the background. Textbox reads: "Oh, it's been fantastic. To be honest, when I first joined the course, I thought it was going to be just learning some fun games and stuff and trading over what I've already been on. But truth be told, I've learned so much." - PDA parcicipant
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 03/09/2026
Join the Youth Scotland team! We're looking for an Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services). This new post will play an important role in consolidating recent developments and ensuring our systems and services continue to evolve. Find out more and apply 🔗 bit.ly/4xYDKdg
Youth Scotland logo. Plan, do, review logo. Young people completing a Youth Scotland youth award. Textbox reads: We're hiring, Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services)
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 02/09/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) course where participants will cover: -Understanding Youth Work -Engaging with Young People -Delivering Youth Work Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
PDA in Youth Work. Youth workers and young people complete an activity together. Textbox reads: nationally recognised, SCQF Level 6 qualification. Deepen your youth work skills and strengthen your practice in a real-world setting.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 01/09/2026
Our next Meet the Funder session is just around the corner 📆 We will be meeting with People's Postcode Lottery in the next series of our monthly meetings. Join us to have the opportunity to learn about funds available and gain top tips! Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4xSarct
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Meet the funder, online events for Youth Scotland member groups
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 01/09/2026
Join the Youth Scotland team! We're looking for an Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services). This new post will play an important role in consolidating recent developments and ensuring our systems and services continue to evolve. Find out more and apply 🔗 bit.ly/4xYDKdg
Youth Scotland logo. Plan, do, review logo. Young people completing a Youth Scotland youth award. Textbox reads: We're hiring, Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services)
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 31/08/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) and is the perfect companion to both seasoned professionals and early-career youth workers. Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
Youth workers smile in the background. Textbox reads: "Oh, it's been fantastic. To be honest, when I first joined the course, I thought it was going to be just learning some fun games and stuff and trading over what I've already been on. But truth be told, I've learned so much." - PDA parcicipant
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 30/08/2026
Join the Youth Scotland team! We're looking for an Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services). This new post will play an important role in consolidating recent developments and ensuring our systems and services continue to evolve. Find out more and apply 🔗 bit.ly/4xYDKdg
Youth Scotland logo. Plan, do, review logo. Young people completing a Youth Scotland youth award. Textbox reads: We're hiring, Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services)
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 30/08/2026
Our next Meet the Funder session is just around the corner 📆 We will be meeting with People's Postcode Lottery in the next series of our monthly meetings. Join us to have the opportunity to learn about funds available and gain top tips! Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4xSarct
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Meet the funder, online events for Youth Scotland member groups
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 30/08/2026
Did you see us at Big Ideas? Day two is now underway, it's been a fantastic weekend so far with excellent workshops for youth workers and young people, a talent show, a colour run and loads of other evening entertainment options 👏
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 29/08/2026
Support and supervision training session coming up! Support and supervision is a cornerstone of good practice in youth and community work. This practical, introductory course is designed for those new to the role of supervisor. Find out more and sign up 🔗 bit.ly/4cON0IH
Two youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Support and supervision, online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 28/08/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) course where participants will cover: -Understanding Youth Work -Engaging with Young People -Delivering Youth Work Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
PDA in Youth Work. Youth workers and young people complete an activity together. Textbox reads: nationally recognised, SCQF Level 6 qualification. Deepen your youth work skills and strengthen your practice in a real-world setting.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 27/08/2026
Our next Meet the Funder session is just around the corner 📆 We will be meeting with People's Postcode Lottery in the next series of our monthly meetings. Join us to have the opportunity to learn about funds available and gain top tips! Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4xSarct
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Meet the funder, online events for Youth Scotland member groups
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 26/08/2026
Join the Youth Scotland team! We're looking for an Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services). This new post will play an important role in consolidating recent developments and ensuring our systems and services continue to evolve. Find out more and apply 🔗 bit.ly/4xYDKdg
Youth Scotland logo. Plan, do, review logo. Young people completing a Youth Scotland youth award. Textbox reads: We're hiring, Awards Development Worker (Systems and Services)
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 25/08/2026
Support and supervision training session coming up! Support and supervision is a cornerstone of good practice in youth and community work. This practical, introductory course is designed for those new to the role of supervisor. Find out more and sign up 🔗 bit.ly/4cON0IH
Two youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Support and supervision, online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 25/08/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) and is the perfect companion to both seasoned professionals and early-career youth workers. Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
Youth workers smile in the background. Textbox reads: "Oh, it's been fantastic. To be honest, when I first joined the course, I thought it was going to be just learning some fun games and stuff and trading over what I've already been on. But truth be told, I've learned so much." - PDA parcicipant
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 25/08/2026
We have an 'Understanding Autism Level 1: Inclusion' session on August 27 During this session you will also have the opportunity to share knowledge and experience with other youth workers and volunteers Sign up: bit.ly/4z2TSMk
Youth Scotland logo. A person writes on a notebook with a computer in front of them. Textbox reads: Understanding Autism level 1: Online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 24/08/2026
Our next Meet the Funder session is just around the corner 📆 We will be meeting with People's Postcode Lottery in the next series of our monthly meetings. Join us to have the opportunity to learn about funds available and gain top tips! Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4xSarct
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Meet the funder, online events for Youth Scotland member groups
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 22/08/2026
We have an 'Understanding Autism Level 1: Inclusion' session on August 27 During this session you will also have the opportunity to share knowledge and experience with other youth workers and volunteers Sign up: bit.ly/4z2TSMk
Youth Scotland logo. A person writes on a notebook with a computer in front of them. Textbox reads: Understanding Autism level 1: Online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 22/08/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) course where participants will cover: -Understanding Youth Work -Engaging with Young People -Delivering Youth Work Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
PDA in Youth Work. Youth workers and young people complete an activity together. Textbox reads: nationally recognised, SCQF Level 6 qualification. Deepen your youth work skills and strengthen your practice in a real-world setting.
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 21/08/2026
Support and supervision training session coming up! Support and supervision is a cornerstone of good practice in youth and community work. This practical, introductory course is designed for those new to the role of supervisor. Find out more and sign up 🔗 bit.ly/4cON0IH
Two youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Support and supervision, online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 21/08/2026
Our next Meet the Funder session is just around the corner 📆 We will be meeting with People's Postcode Lottery in the next series of our monthly meetings. Join us to have the opportunity to learn about funds available and gain top tips! Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4xSarct
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Meet the funder, online events for Youth Scotland member groups
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 20/08/2026
Note of interest now open for PDA! 🚨 The PDA in Youth Work is a national SQA-accredited award (at SCQF Level 6) and is the perfect companion to both seasoned professionals and early-career youth workers. Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3Tgh9tD
Youth workers smile in the background. Textbox reads: "Oh, it's been fantastic. To be honest, when I first joined the course, I thought it was going to be just learning some fun games and stuff and trading over what I've already been on. But truth be told, I've learned so much." - PDA parcicipant
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 19/08/2026
We have an 'Understanding Autism Level 1: Inclusion' session on August 27 During this session you will also have the opportunity to share knowledge and experience with other youth workers and volunteers Sign up: bit.ly/4z2TSMk
Youth Scotland logo. A person writes on a notebook with a computer in front of them. Textbox reads: Understanding Autism level 1: Online training for workers
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YouthLink Scotland @youthlinkscot.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
📢 Do you work with young people aged 18-25? The Readiness to Work Programme will train 300 young volunteers in employability skills (CV & interviews), resilience, financial education & personal brand. They'll also get 3 months of professional mentoring! Sign up by 1 Sep 👉 bit.ly/4xf0yFF
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Qualifications Scotland @qualifications.gov.scot · 19/08/2026
🙋‍♀️ Received #QualsScotResults and now considering college or uni? Whatever your grades or situation, UCAS can help you navigate your next steps. 🧭 And if you do accept a course, they've also got loads of advice for starting uni or college. 👀 Take a look at ucas.com
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 18/08/2026
Support and supervision training session coming up! Support and supervision is a cornerstone of good practice in youth and community work. This practical, introductory course is designed for those new to the role of supervisor. Find out more and sign up 🔗 bit.ly/4cON0IH
Two youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Support and supervision, online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 18/08/2026
Our next Meet the Funder session is just around the corner 📆 We will be meeting with People's Postcode Lottery in the next series of our monthly meetings. Join us to have the opportunity to learn about funds available and gain top tips! Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4xSarct
Youth workers have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Textbox reads: Meet the funder, online events for Youth Scotland member groups
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 14/08/2026
Join us on our Level 1: Introductory awards training and get your awards journey started. Sign up now to one of our training sessions, where you'll learn everything you need to know about delivering DYA and Hi5 Youth Award ➡ bit.ly/4mJ2txr
Youth workers and young people have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Hi5 Award and Dynamic Youth Award front pages. Textbox reads: Youth Scotland Awards, Hi5 and DYA Training
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 14/08/2026
We have an 'Understanding Autism Level 1: Inclusion' session on August 27 During this session you will also have the opportunity to share knowledge and experience with other youth workers and volunteers Sign up: bit.ly/4z2TSMk
Youth Scotland logo. A person writes on a notebook with a computer in front of them. Textbox reads: Understanding Autism level 1: Online training for workers
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Youth Scotland @youthscotland.org.uk · 12/08/2026
Join us on our Level 1: Introductory awards training and get your awards journey started. Sign up now to one of our training sessions, where you'll learn everything you need to know about delivering DYA and Hi5 Youth Award ➡ bit.ly/4mJ2txr
Youth workers and young people have a conversation. Youth Scotland logo. Hi5 Award and Dynamic Youth Award front pages. Textbox reads: Youth Scotland Awards, Hi5 and DYA Training
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