Roisín Laing

Policy, Projects and Participation Manager

Roisín joined Children in Scotland in October 2024. Her role is to support the children’s sector workforce to improve outcomes for children. This work aligns with Roisín’s commitment to child-centred social justice.

Before joining Children in Scotland, Roisín was an academic researcher, specialising in the history and experiences of Indigenous children in child protection systems. This proactive commitment to children’s rights motivated Roisín’s previous roles in primary education and in childcare in Scotland, England, and Australia.

Roisín has a PhD in nineteenth-century literature, and a PGCE with a specialism in Early Years. Outside work, Roisín enjoys yoga, piano, swimming, and spending time with her husband, her three young children, and her friends.