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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 14d

We're hiring! 🌟

Young Scot seeks a visionary CEO to lead our national charity, drive strategy, champion young people and build impactful partnerships. Inclusive, flexible and open to all backgrounds.

Join us in shaping the future!

Find out more and how to apply 👇 youngscot.net/careers/chie...

Chief Executive - Young Scot Corporate

We are seeking a visionary and values-driven Chief Executive who can build on our strong foundations and lead Young Scot into its next chapter. Closing date 26 October 2025.

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 28d

Let's talk about hobbies!

Hobbies and activities are lots of fun & can make a big difference to young people's wellbeing and life skills...but they can also be pricey and hard to access.

Share our survey with young people to help improve hobbies in Scotland 👇
https://surveys.young.scot/s/8GH7TI/

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Sep 3

🌍 Are you 13–20 & passionate about digital rights?

Apply to be a 5Rights Youth Ambassador! Collaborate, campaign & represent youth voices worldwide.

Join the 5Rights Foundation and make a positive impact in the digital world as an ambassador

Apply by Sept 15 👉 forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Sep 3

🎉 Huge congratulations to our Vice Chair Amy Simmons for being recognised with Outstanding Achievement in the Young Achiever of the Year category at the Scottish Women’s Awards!

We’re so proud of Amy’s incredible dedication & impact at Young Scot.

Read more 👉 youngscot.net/news-databas...

Young Scot Vice Chair recognised at the Scottish Women’s Awards - Young Scot Corporate

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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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Sep 1

Delighted to join forces with @theferret.scot and @cilipscotland.bsky.social to help young people tackle disinformation online.

With support from the @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk, we’ll co-design training to spot misinformation & build digital confidence. More via The Ferret 👇

The Ferret @theferret.scot · Sep 1

📢 We're launching a new training project to help young people spot and challenge disinformation online.

In partnership with @cilipscotland.bsky.social, @youngscot.bsky.social, thanks to support from @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk.

Find out more more: theferret.scot/the-ferret-h...

The Ferret helps young people to tackle disinformation in new training project

Young people in Scotland will be empowered to challenge disinformation thanks to a new project from The Ferret, CILIPS and Young Scot.

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Aug 21

Two in three young people in Scotland have felt unsafe.

That’s why Young Scot + @policescotland.bsky.social have launched a digital safety hub - to promote safety, reduce harm and build trust in the police.

💡 Giving young people clear info, right where they need it.

👉 https://young.scot/safety

Young Scot Safety

Welcome to the Young Scot Safety homepage. Here you'll find answers to plenty of common questions young people have around interacting and contacting the police.

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · Jul 22

Tickets for this year's Community Gathering are now LIVE! 🔥

📍The Social Hub Glasgow
📅Sat 6th Sept
🙌Young people aged 16-25
💰Tickets from £0 to £10

For details, how to get there, accessibility and other FAQs, see Eventbrite and get your tickets now: bit.ly/yscs-gatheri...

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Aug 13

📢 We've teamed up with @edfuturesinstitute.bsky.social to make finance fairer for young people. Share this quick survey to help us understand what works (and doesn’t)! 👇 surveys.young.scot/s/NLZDDZ/

🎉 Chance to win a £25 Love2Shop voucher!

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Aug 5

Exam results are in and whatever the results, young people are not alone.

Skills Development Scotland Results Helpline expert advisers will be at the end of the phone to help young people. Call the helpline on 0808 100 8000.

Or visit our information hub 👇
young.scot/get-informed...

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Aug 4

With exam results tomorrow we wish everyone the best of luck 💖

#SQAresults Day can be a rollercoaster!

If you know a young person who is dreading the postie, we have some great tips for staying calm and planning what comes next via @sqanews.bsky.social 😊

Have a read: info.sqa.org.uk/44SkVNn

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Aug 2

Spending summer in Glasgow? We've got young people covered 🍕

🎫For the full range of discounts available with a Young Scot National Entitlement Card head over to young.scot/discounts

#Glasgow #Discounts #YoungScotCard

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Aug 1

📢 We've teamed up with @edfuturesinstitute.bsky.social to make finance fairer for young people. Share this quick survey to help us understand what works (and doesn’t)! 👇 surveys.young.scot/s/NLZDDZ/

🎉 Chance to win a £25 Love2Shop voucher!

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2050 Climate Group @2050climategroup.bsky.social · Jul 7

The Climate Action Leadership Programme (CALP) is a unique opportunity for 18 - 35 year olds in Scotland to grow as leaders and take action!

Find out more and apply by the 29th of July at midnight: www.2050.scot/calp

#Youth #Scotland #Climate #Leadership

Climate Action Leadership Programme — 2050 Climate Group

www.2050.scot

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SQA @sqanews.bsky.social · Jul 23

BLOG: #SQAresults Day can be an emotional rollercoaster - make it a smooth ride with @youngscot.bsky.social. 🎢

If you're dreading the postie delivering your certificate, Young Scot has great tips for staying calm, and planning what comes next.😊

Have a read: info.sqa.org.uk/44SkVNn

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jul 24

Getting ahead of back-to-school prep?

Check out the discounts you can get with your Young Scot National Entitlement Card!

🎓 Uniform bit.ly/44GNGwf
🎨 Supplies bit.ly/44GhwB2
📚 Study guides bit.ly/4kNnZ1J

There's loads more places you can save with your card, check them out

👛 bit.ly/4f85c08

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jul 22

🎉 We had an amazing time at the Scottish Young Carers Festival!

This annual event is a brilliant opportunity for young carers to take a break and have fun 💜

Know a young carer? Make sure they don’t miss out, they can sign up for the free Young Carers Package today 👇

young.scot/campaigns/yo...

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jul 22

Planning a paddleboard session or know someone who is?

Here are a few tips to keep you safe while out on the water 👇

For more info on staying safe and having fun visit: watersafetyscotland.org.uk/advice-hub/a...

Illustration of a paddlboarder with tips on what to do before going on the water - wear a lifejacket, check the weather, plan your route, avoid alcohol

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jun 17

That's a wrap on our 2025 #YSAwards! 🥳

But wait...we’re not done yet! 👀

Stick with us over the next few days as we dive into the incredible stories behind the winners success, trust us, you’ll wanna hear them.

#ThatsAWrap #FutureChangemakers #StayTuned #Scotland

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jun 17

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jun 17

What an amazing night @YoungScot Awards! 🥰 #YSAwards

A big thank you to our sponsors and everyone who made this night extra special for our incredible finalists - we couldn't do it without you 🙌

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jun 16

🎉 They did it!
Big cheers to our Young Scot Awards winners 2025!

Their stories? Inspiring.
Their impact? Unreal.
Their energy? Off the charts!

You’ve inspired us, made us smile and reminded us that the future is in very good hands. Keep being bold, brilliant and unapologetically you!
#YSAwards

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jun 11

🌟 Meet the #YSAwards Entertainment finalists!

Muminah, Kyle & Afristyle Dance Club are lighting up Scotland with poetry, art & dance - amplifying voices, uplifting communities & inspiring joy! 🎤🎨💃

Read their stories! young.scot/awards

#CreativeMinds #CulturalChange

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jun 6

🌍 Meet the #YSAwards Environment finalists!

From bees & oceans to bold climate action - Robert, Caitlin & Change in Blackburn Youth Committee are protecting our planet & inspiring change. 🌱💛

#ClimateChampions #YoungEnvironmentalists

Read their stories! young.scot/awards

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · Jun 3

🌟 Meet the #YSAwards Community finalists!

Girls Who Walk, Sky and Project Sonrisa are improving their communities by tackling loneliness, stigma, mental health through walking, art & advocacy.

Big thanks to ‪@policescotland.bsky.social‬ for your support!

#CommunityChampions #InspirationInAction

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · May 28

🏅 Meet the #YSAwards Sport & Physical Activity finalists!

From judo to kickboxing, snowboarding to community sport, Rebecca, Aidan & Ciaran, Fraser and Seren are breaking barriers & inspiring Scotland to take part and get moving!

Thanks sportscotland! 🙌

Read their stories! young.scot/awards

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