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Exploring the third sector’s role in Children’s Services Planning

...the learning highlighted in this report which stood out to me, specifically on the importance of relationships.   Building strong cross-sector relationships  We have heard from our TSI Children’s Service Network that building and maintaining...


Foster Care Fortnight commences with a new recruitment campaign to help find more foster carers

...young people and foster carers alike.” The theme of Foster Care Fortnight 2025 is the power of relationships. To find out how to get involved, visit The Fostering Network’s website. Foster Care Fortnight Learn more about the...


Breaking the stigma: Advocating for young people across Fife

...which have had a range of negative consequences. It has affected their attendance at school, relationships with professionals, health and wellbeing, substance use issues and engagement with services and ultimately has affected them achieving...


New report explores the role of our third sector participation in Children’s Services Planning

...the three areas has clearly demonstrated the positive impact of the self-evaluation process on relationships between the third sector and statutory partners. This has stimulated a shared understanding of children's services planning, developed...


Fiona Duncan: "I made the promise too"

...working for them and not for the system, resulting in better lives. For that to happen, trusting relationships need to be developed, with love and respect. It should be simple but it's not, in part because there's not enough resources to...


Month of the Military Child: what we can learn from military children

...times of frequent change that are layered across their young lives with interrupted learning and relationships, increased responsibilities and cultural differences to navigate and increased isolation leading to decreased feelings of...


The role of enrichment on improving school attendance

...benefit young people’s mental and physical health, school attendance and help to foster positive relationships.  What motivates a child or young person to go to school? With too many children missing out on their education, and those who do...


relationships are the foundations for change

... relationships are the foundations for change Working with the child, working with the parent, and working with the parent and child together are the three keys to a new direction, says Alan Sinclair William Clark is Tesco’s Paisley...


New paper reflects young people’s views on behaviour and relationships in schools

... New paper reflects young people’s views on behaviour and relationships in schools 1 May 2024 Children in Scotland has published a summary paper today (1 May) which adds new evidence to the ongoing discussions about behaviour and...


Launching the Building Good relationships eLearning module

... Launching the Building Good relationships eLearning module 6 Mar 2023 The Learning & Events team at Children in Scotland is delighted to launch the Building Good relationships with Children and Young People eLearning course. The module is...


"Care experienced young people need love, relationships and community. They deserve to belong"

... "Care experienced young people need love, relationships and community. They deserve the same as all of us: to belong" 13 October 2022 The Home and Belonging evaluation demonstrates why security and support is fundamental for young people with...

belonging care care experience home home and belonging homelessness housing Participation rights

Access to childcare services ‘has strengthened relationships and wellbeing for children and parents’, new report finds

... Access to childcare services ‘has strengthened relationships and wellbeing for children and parents’, new report finds 29 Sep 2022 Media Release Projects across Scotland supported by the Access to Childcare Fund (ACF) have made a...

access to childcare fund childcare Families flexibility out of school care Parents Poverty services

Safe spaces, inspiring role models and positive peer to peer relationships – how SHE Scotland is supporting girls and young women

... Safe spaces, inspiring role models and positive peer to peer relationships – how SHE Scotland is supporting girls and young women 25 August 2020 Karen Anderson, Founder and Director of SHE Scotland, explains the vision behind a project...


A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics of successful relationships

... A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics underpinning successful relationships 8 Aug 2023 Children in Scotland has launched new dates for the popular three-day training course, the Dynamics of Relationship-Based...


Creating quality assessments: The benefits of values-based approaches for reporting on relationships

... The benefits of values-based approaches when reporting on relationships 4 Jul 2023 With communication and reflection a key aspect of her work, participants have left Sandra Strathie's workshops with new knowledge and practices that support...


Putting a spotlight on babies’ ‘voices’

...is the main way babies learn and develop, helping them to explore their world and build important relationships. Between birth and the age of three, a baby’s brain develops around one million new neural connections per second. Although this is...


Starcatchers presents The Right Start, a national conference to highlight the role of adults and the arts in the realisation of babies' rights in Scotland.

...The Right Start Conference provides an important opportunity to highlight the role of the arts, relationships, and early experiences in realising babies' rights in practice. We’re delighted to be working with Starcatchers and Children in...


Barnardo’s issue a plea for new adopters in Scotland

...that adopters can support ongoing family time, where appropriate, enabling these important relationships to remain in place throughout their lives.” One couple who have adopted through Barnardo’s had this to say: “Adopted siblings are...


'Peeling back the lid' on hybrid working

...virtual 'watercooler' ‘Watercooler’ chat was mentioned alongside building and developing relationships with others as something that needs to be worked at and created now. From minimum working days in office, to quarterly all staff...


Making Sense of Scotland – a creative approach to engaging young people with their heritage

...environment a treasured resource for learners of all ages and abilities and build positive relationships with our future visitors, workers, and decision-makers. HES offers additional direct support to young people and families through...


New paper advocates for inclusive school environments for young people with additional support needs

...feel included in their wider school environment. Having previously stressed the importance of a relationships-based approach in meeting young people's additional needs, the Inclusion Ambassadors described how additional spaces helped to develop...


A Scotland for all: Supporting families facing multiple disadvantage

...challenges, drug and alcohol use, trauma, abuse and loss. At the heart of our approach are the relationships, based on trust, openness and honesty that we build with families. Our model is rooted in a belief that families are best placed to...


No child should be left behind

...every aspect of a child’s life, including their ability to concentrate in school, their social relationships, and their overall sense of security. This is a reality we must all confront. It is not just about providing short-term relief but...


From screens to success – boosting children's executive function skills in the digital age

...the everyday things children need to develop into happy and confident young adults. Connection and relationships were the two big elements lost as our children suddenly found themselves confined in spaces with anxious and stressed adults. Unable to...


16 years of supporting children to stand up for their rights

...with young people so they can give their views when the Children’s Hearing system affects their relationships with their brothers and sisters. In the last four years immigration law has changed, making things even more difficult for...


Giving a gift in your will – a way of investing in the future

...public. However, we believe that our now over 30 years of work means that we have developed strong relationships with children, young people and those working with and for them across Scotland. Perhaps you have been supported by us through our...


Making brave choices to keep the promise

...process.  Our therapeutic approach at Harmeny, known as ‘The Harmeny Way’, recognises that relationships should not end when a child moves on from our care. Taking into account the child’s views, Here4U provides ongoing opportunities for...


Children in Scotland call for ‘urgent and radical rethink’ of third sector funding

...having a significant impact on recruitment and retention of staff, which in turn has an impact on relationships with service users as trusted relationships are broken. The third sector’s competitiveness with the private sector and public bodies...


Five benefits of lifelong learning

...love that feeling of accomplishment that comes with completing a new project? 3. Better working relationships Workplace training courses aren’t just about achieving individual goals – by working through new learning programmes as a team,...


Keeping children safe – making sure your organisation has the right things in place

...they do cover related topics such as GIRFEC, UNCRC, trauma-informed practice and building good relationships. While our partnership with the Open University in Scotland provides direct access to a whole range of free learning opportunities...


Building a brighter culture of play for children and young people

...a sense of, and value, for culture Working together, negotiating, and building relationships Feeling connected to each other and their neighbourhoods Creating and passing on games, songs and stories Cultural exploration is also...


New report shares positive stories of inclusion in Scottish schools

...from an Inclusion Ambassador) The winning entries had common themes, such as prioritising relationships between staff and pupils, including pupils in shaping celebrations of success and taking a holistic approach – both with individual...


Children need a playful world to thrive and survive

...relational attachment bonds. With Kids sits in the heart of the community with a focus on building relationships, resiliency and offering support to help families make independent changes in their lives. We know from experience that supporting...


The science of conflict management

...with each other. If the mind-body connection is strong, people tend to be able to manage relationships better because they can regulate their moods. ‘Mood regulation’ sounds a bit technical when put like that, but we’re all familiar...

conflict relationships

Trustees Week Q&A: Simon Massey
relationships relationships counselling Simon Massey trustees trustees week

Coercive control in teen relationships is focus of exhibition

.../ News: Change Up exhibition considers action to address coercive control in teen relationships Posted 8 December, 2021 by Jennifer Drummond. Image: Change Up exhibition. Supplied by Dartington Service Design...

art children and young people gender based violence

CHAS: Partnership Executive

...Account Manager, the Partnership Executive will be involved in maintaining existing supporter relationships through the Corporate Fundraising journey, ensuring all possible opportunities for revenue generation are utilised. Find out more...


Commissioned training - popular themes

...as well as giving great strategies.”- Attendee from Hillwood Primary School, Building trusting relationships with Children 2024 – What delegates have said:“I work with young people 14 - 26 yrs with complex trauma, care experience and...


Commissioned Training

...as well as giving great strategies.”- Attendee from Hillwood Primary School, Building trusting relationships with Children 2024 –  What delegates have said:“I work with young people 14 - 26 yrs with complex trauma, care experience and...


20/08/25 Redefining masculinity

...of the prevalence of misogynistic online content and how it impacts young people's behaviours and relationships Build confident in talking to young people about misogynistic content and harmful masculinity Practical ideas about how to support...


10/06/25 | Good governance

...when an organisation is going through change. We will look at collective responsibility, CEO/chair relationships and how to separate the strategic from the operational. There will be an opportunity to explore your own challenges through questions...


AC25 - Exhibitors

...Scotland where different generations are more connected and everyone has the opportunity to build relationships that help to create a fairer society. GWT‘s mission is to develop, expand and improve intergenerational practice across...


AC25 - workshops

...practical tools for talking to young people and those with additional support needs about sex and relationships. Session 5E Bearsden Suite (upstairs 8th floor) Back to the Conference Hub Read more about...


23/01/25 - Person Centred Planning

...they are in life and what they want to work towards – whether in relation to their education, relationships, health or care. This webinar will explore brain development, functions and emotional regulation and how these link to goal attainment....


AC25 - Speakers

...launch and growth of the charity which delivers Big Noise programmes, using music and nurturing relationships to support over 3,500 children and young people across Scotland. Nicola was awarded an OBE in 2020 for services to music, children and...


Is hybrid really working for you?

...workday and home life. The barriers: The technology can be a barrier towards building effective relationships…that ability to just put a hand on a shoulder in times of need. Public transport can be both a frustration and a barrier when not...


The Promise Event - Online

...day for Falkirk, North Ayrshire, Orkney and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Councils. All about relationships: building trust with care experienced learners Listen and share ideas with other pupil support staff about ensuring care...


The Promise Event - Glasgow

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 1pm-1.45pm   Catered lunch   1.45pm-2.30pm  Panel discussion  Improving whole school support for care experienced young...


The Promise Event - Edinburgh

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 1pm-1.45pm   Catered lunch   1.45pm-2.30pm  Panel discussion  Improving whole school support for care experienced young...


The Promise Event - Inverness

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 3.15pm-3.30pm Closing remarks Edinburgh Tuesday, 6 May Learn more & book Glasgow Thursday,...


The Promise Event - Dundee

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 1pm-1.45pm   Catered lunch 1.45pm-2.30pm  Panel discussion – Whole-school approaches to supporting care experienced...


The Promise Events 24-25

...experienced children and young people and how these might affect their wellbeing, behaviour and relationships Identify key frameworks and approaches for supporting care experienced children and young people Explore practical strategies for...


Interim report on Scotland's domestic abuse law

...an issue Posted 10 January, 2023 by Jennifer Drummond Children's rights domestic abuse relationships women's rights Research has found extending Scotland’s domestic abuse laws to include emotional and psychological abuse has had a...

Children's rights domestic abuse relationships women's rights


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Exploring the third sector’s role in Children’s Services Planning

...the learning highlighted in this report which stood out to me, specifically on the importance of relationships.   Building strong cross-sector relationships  We have heard from our TSI Children’s Service Network that building and maintaining...


Foster Care Fortnight commences with a new recruitment campaign to help find more foster carers

...young people and foster carers alike.” The theme of Foster Care Fortnight 2025 is the power of relationships. To find out how to get involved, visit The Fostering Network’s website. Foster Care Fortnight Learn more about the...


Breaking the stigma: Advocating for young people across Fife

...which have had a range of negative consequences. It has affected their attendance at school, relationships with professionals, health and wellbeing, substance use issues and engagement with services and ultimately has affected them achieving...


New report explores the role of our third sector participation in Children’s Services Planning

...the three areas has clearly demonstrated the positive impact of the self-evaluation process on relationships between the third sector and statutory partners. This has stimulated a shared understanding of children's services planning, developed...


Fiona Duncan: "I made the promise too"

...working for them and not for the system, resulting in better lives. For that to happen, trusting relationships need to be developed, with love and respect. It should be simple but it's not, in part because there's not enough resources to...


Month of the Military Child: what we can learn from military children

...times of frequent change that are layered across their young lives with interrupted learning and relationships, increased responsibilities and cultural differences to navigate and increased isolation leading to decreased feelings of...


The role of enrichment on improving school attendance

...benefit young people’s mental and physical health, school attendance and help to foster positive relationships.  What motivates a child or young person to go to school? With too many children missing out on their education, and those who do...


relationships are the foundations for change

... relationships are the foundations for change Working with the child, working with the parent, and working with the parent and child together are the three keys to a new direction, says Alan Sinclair William Clark is Tesco’s Paisley...


New paper reflects young people’s views on behaviour and relationships in schools

... New paper reflects young people’s views on behaviour and relationships in schools 1 May 2024 Children in Scotland has published a summary paper today (1 May) which adds new evidence to the ongoing discussions about behaviour and...


Launching the Building Good relationships eLearning module

... Launching the Building Good relationships eLearning module 6 Mar 2023 The Learning & Events team at Children in Scotland is delighted to launch the Building Good relationships with Children and Young People eLearning course. The module is...


"Care experienced young people need love, relationships and community. They deserve to belong"

... "Care experienced young people need love, relationships and community. They deserve the same as all of us: to belong" 13 October 2022 The Home and Belonging evaluation demonstrates why security and support is fundamental for young people with...

belonging care care experience home home and belonging homelessness housing Participation rights

Access to childcare services ‘has strengthened relationships and wellbeing for children and parents’, new report finds

... Access to childcare services ‘has strengthened relationships and wellbeing for children and parents’, new report finds 29 Sep 2022 Media Release Projects across Scotland supported by the Access to Childcare Fund (ACF) have made a...

access to childcare fund childcare Families flexibility out of school care Parents Poverty services

Safe spaces, inspiring role models and positive peer to peer relationships – how SHE Scotland is supporting girls and young women

... Safe spaces, inspiring role models and positive peer to peer relationships – how SHE Scotland is supporting girls and young women 25 August 2020 Karen Anderson, Founder and Director of SHE Scotland, explains the vision behind a project...


A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics of successful relationships

... A daring venture: new training programme explores the dynamics underpinning successful relationships 8 Aug 2023 Children in Scotland has launched new dates for the popular three-day training course, the Dynamics of Relationship-Based...


Creating quality assessments: The benefits of values-based approaches for reporting on relationships

... The benefits of values-based approaches when reporting on relationships 4 Jul 2023 With communication and reflection a key aspect of her work, participants have left Sandra Strathie's workshops with new knowledge and practices that support...


Putting a spotlight on babies’ ‘voices’

...is the main way babies learn and develop, helping them to explore their world and build important relationships. Between birth and the age of three, a baby’s brain develops around one million new neural connections per second. Although this is...


Starcatchers presents The Right Start, a national conference to highlight the role of adults and the arts in the realisation of babies' rights in Scotland.

...The Right Start Conference provides an important opportunity to highlight the role of the arts, relationships, and early experiences in realising babies' rights in practice. We’re delighted to be working with Starcatchers and Children in...


Barnardo’s issue a plea for new adopters in Scotland

...that adopters can support ongoing family time, where appropriate, enabling these important relationships to remain in place throughout their lives.” One couple who have adopted through Barnardo’s had this to say: “Adopted siblings are...


'Peeling back the lid' on hybrid working

...virtual 'watercooler' ‘Watercooler’ chat was mentioned alongside building and developing relationships with others as something that needs to be worked at and created now. From minimum working days in office, to quarterly all staff...


Making Sense of Scotland – a creative approach to engaging young people with their heritage

...environment a treasured resource for learners of all ages and abilities and build positive relationships with our future visitors, workers, and decision-makers. HES offers additional direct support to young people and families through...


New paper advocates for inclusive school environments for young people with additional support needs

...feel included in their wider school environment. Having previously stressed the importance of a relationships-based approach in meeting young people's additional needs, the Inclusion Ambassadors described how additional spaces helped to develop...


A Scotland for all: Supporting families facing multiple disadvantage

...challenges, drug and alcohol use, trauma, abuse and loss. At the heart of our approach are the relationships, based on trust, openness and honesty that we build with families. Our model is rooted in a belief that families are best placed to...


No child should be left behind

...every aspect of a child’s life, including their ability to concentrate in school, their social relationships, and their overall sense of security. This is a reality we must all confront. It is not just about providing short-term relief but...


From screens to success – boosting children's executive function skills in the digital age

...the everyday things children need to develop into happy and confident young adults. Connection and relationships were the two big elements lost as our children suddenly found themselves confined in spaces with anxious and stressed adults. Unable to...


16 years of supporting children to stand up for their rights

...with young people so they can give their views when the Children’s Hearing system affects their relationships with their brothers and sisters. In the last four years immigration law has changed, making things even more difficult for...


Giving a gift in your will – a way of investing in the future

...public. However, we believe that our now over 30 years of work means that we have developed strong relationships with children, young people and those working with and for them across Scotland. Perhaps you have been supported by us through our...


Making brave choices to keep the promise

...process.  Our therapeutic approach at Harmeny, known as ‘The Harmeny Way’, recognises that relationships should not end when a child moves on from our care. Taking into account the child’s views, Here4U provides ongoing opportunities for...


Children in Scotland call for ‘urgent and radical rethink’ of third sector funding

...having a significant impact on recruitment and retention of staff, which in turn has an impact on relationships with service users as trusted relationships are broken. The third sector’s competitiveness with the private sector and public bodies...


Five benefits of lifelong learning

...love that feeling of accomplishment that comes with completing a new project? 3. Better working relationships Workplace training courses aren’t just about achieving individual goals – by working through new learning programmes as a team,...


Keeping children safe – making sure your organisation has the right things in place

...they do cover related topics such as GIRFEC, UNCRC, trauma-informed practice and building good relationships. While our partnership with the Open University in Scotland provides direct access to a whole range of free learning opportunities...


Building a brighter culture of play for children and young people

...a sense of, and value, for culture Working together, negotiating, and building relationships Feeling connected to each other and their neighbourhoods Creating and passing on games, songs and stories Cultural exploration is also...


New report shares positive stories of inclusion in Scottish schools

...from an Inclusion Ambassador) The winning entries had common themes, such as prioritising relationships between staff and pupils, including pupils in shaping celebrations of success and taking a holistic approach – both with individual...


Children need a playful world to thrive and survive

...relational attachment bonds. With Kids sits in the heart of the community with a focus on building relationships, resiliency and offering support to help families make independent changes in their lives. We know from experience that supporting...


The science of conflict management

...with each other. If the mind-body connection is strong, people tend to be able to manage relationships better because they can regulate their moods. ‘Mood regulation’ sounds a bit technical when put like that, but we’re all familiar...

conflict relationships

Trustees Week Q&A: Simon Massey
relationships relationships counselling Simon Massey trustees trustees week


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CHAS: Partnership Executive

...Account Manager, the Partnership Executive will be involved in maintaining existing supporter relationships through the Corporate Fundraising journey, ensuring all possible opportunities for revenue generation are utilised. Find out more...



No results found.


Commissioned training - popular themes

...as well as giving great strategies.”- Attendee from Hillwood Primary School, Building trusting relationships with Children 2024 – What delegates have said:“I work with young people 14 - 26 yrs with complex trauma, care experience and...


Commissioned Training

...as well as giving great strategies.”- Attendee from Hillwood Primary School, Building trusting relationships with Children 2024 –  What delegates have said:“I work with young people 14 - 26 yrs with complex trauma, care experience and...


20/08/25 Redefining masculinity

...of the prevalence of misogynistic online content and how it impacts young people's behaviours and relationships Build confident in talking to young people about misogynistic content and harmful masculinity Practical ideas about how to support...


10/06/25 | Good governance

...when an organisation is going through change. We will look at collective responsibility, CEO/chair relationships and how to separate the strategic from the operational. There will be an opportunity to explore your own challenges through questions...


AC25 - Exhibitors

...Scotland where different generations are more connected and everyone has the opportunity to build relationships that help to create a fairer society. GWT‘s mission is to develop, expand and improve intergenerational practice across...


AC25 - workshops

...practical tools for talking to young people and those with additional support needs about sex and relationships. Session 5E Bearsden Suite (upstairs 8th floor) Back to the Conference Hub Read more about...


23/01/25 - Person Centred Planning

...they are in life and what they want to work towards – whether in relation to their education, relationships, health or care. This webinar will explore brain development, functions and emotional regulation and how these link to goal attainment....


AC25 - Speakers

...launch and growth of the charity which delivers Big Noise programmes, using music and nurturing relationships to support over 3,500 children and young people across Scotland. Nicola was awarded an OBE in 2020 for services to music, children and...


The Promise Event - Online

...day for Falkirk, North Ayrshire, Orkney and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Councils. All about relationships: building trust with care experienced learners Listen and share ideas with other pupil support staff about ensuring care...


The Promise Event - Glasgow

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 1pm-1.45pm   Catered lunch   1.45pm-2.30pm  Panel discussion  Improving whole school support for care experienced young...


The Promise Event - Edinburgh

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 1pm-1.45pm   Catered lunch   1.45pm-2.30pm  Panel discussion  Improving whole school support for care experienced young...


The Promise Event - Inverness

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 3.15pm-3.30pm Closing remarks Edinburgh Tuesday, 6 May Learn more & book Glasgow Thursday,...


The Promise Event - Dundee

...and responding to behaviour signals. Soothing stress responses through co-regulation and relationships. 1pm-1.45pm   Catered lunch 1.45pm-2.30pm  Panel discussion – Whole-school approaches to supporting care experienced...


The Promise Events 24-25

...experienced children and young people and how these might affect their wellbeing, behaviour and relationships Identify key frameworks and approaches for supporting care experienced children and young people Explore practical strategies for...



No results found.


No results found.


Coercive control in teen relationships is focus of exhibition
post

.../ News: Change Up exhibition considers action to address coercive control in teen relationships Posted 8 December, 2021 by Jennifer Drummond. Image: Change Up exhibition. Supplied by Dartington Service Design...

art children and young people gender based violence

Is hybrid really working for you?
post

...workday and home life. The barriers: The technology can be a barrier towards building effective relationships…that ability to just put a hand on a shoulder in times of need. Public transport can be both a frustration and a barrier when not...


Interim report on Scotland's domestic abuse law
post

...an issue Posted 10 January, 2023 by Jennifer Drummond Children's rights domestic abuse relationships women's rights Research has found extending Scotland’s domestic abuse laws to include emotional and psychological abuse has had a...

Children's rights domestic abuse relationships women's rights