Forces Children Scotland will be taking a winter break from today at 5pm until Monday 5 January. However you celebrate, we hope you and your family enjoy the holidays, and we're excited to reconnect in 2026! 🌟

Here's something for your 2026 diary! On 21 January, we are holding a webinar exploring how to support forces children in the early years. This special in-conversation event features Dr. Marg Rogers, Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the University of New England, Australia.

Public speaking is no easy task, let alone to a conference with over 100 delegates. Seeing children and young people gain confidence and command the attention of the 2025 SCiP Alliance Annual Conference was one of the highlights of our year. Read more: forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/news/childre...

Our 2024-2025 impact report is here! In this report, you'll find the stories, projects, and partnerships that shaped our year. You'll also hear from forces-connected children and young people about what this work has meant for them. Read it now: forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/news/our-202...

No matter what your field, you can bring forces children's rights into the conversation. Here are some top tips on how to become a Forces Children's Rights Charter Defender: forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/become-a-rig...

We’re so proud of the young people who represented FCS and led a workshop at the SCiP Alliance conference in Glasgow! After exploring their experiences through art and collage at a fringe event, six children and young people from forces families presented to a room of over 100 delegates.

The Forces Children's Rights Charter needs defenders in all walks of life, including the military, education, social work, research, third sector funding and political decision-making.

“From the moment I heard what this project was about, I was eager to get involved…” Annabella, a Ruby Boots Volunteer Facilitator, reflects on what motivated her to join this project and what she has gained from her work with children from forces families:

The “Armed Forces Children and Young People Conversations: Service Child Identity” webinar is today! Join us this afternoon to explore the unique experiences of forces-connected children and what “Service Child Identity” means for schools, families, and communities. buff.ly/DgDnYow

Happy birthday to His Majesty King Charles III! We're grateful for his ongoing support as Patron of Forces Children Scotland.

Remembrance is both collective and individual, connecting us to the past and present sacrifices of the Armed Forces community. Reflecting on the meaningful and poignant moments of the past few days, here are some perspectives from our team and the children and young people we support.

This Remembrance Day, we are honouring the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community and all who serve and have served, including their children and families.

In honour of #BefriendingWeek, Heather shares some reflections on this year's theme, partnership and collaboration, and how this has benefited the Ruby Boots Project and the children and young people involved: forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/news/befrien... @befriending.co.uk

The creation of the Forces Children's Rights Charter. A youth-led launch event. Increased confidence, wellbeing and awareness of rights. We're grateful for what we've accomplished for babies, children and young people from Royal Navy and Royal Marine families with the support of Greenwich Hospital.

As Remembrance Day approaches, we’re reflecting on its significance for children and young people from forces families and the different ways they choose to remember. Here is a resource to support conversations around Remembrance in schools, youth groups and community settings.

Do you want to learn more about how to support children from forces families in the early years? In this podcast, our colleague Jude joins Early Years Scotland to discuss the experiences of younger children and introduce a project that will provide flexible support.

We're pleased to share an upcoming webinar on Service Child Identity, featuring Dr. Lucy Robinson, a leading researcher on the lives and identities of children from armed forces families.

Thanks to this award from Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, we'll be able to develop a Deployment Rollercoaster for primary-aged children! covenantfund.org.uk/2025/10/21/n...

We're grateful for this award from The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to develop peer-led support for children and young people from forces families when their family relocates. This project will be co-designed in partnership with @youngscot.bsky.social

We value the volunteering journey from start to finish, and it's always great to hear positive feedback when someone moves on! 🌟 Volunteering with us is an impactful way to support children and young people from forces families and gain lifelong skills.

There's just over a week left to apply for this exciting role on our team! As a Participation and Rights Worker for the East of Scotland, you'll be engaging with children from forces families and championing forces children's rights. 💪

📣Our member @forceschildscot.bsky.social recruiting for "Participation & Rights Worker" #JobSearchTogether #CharityJobs 🗓️Closing Date: 23 October 📍 Location: Home-based -Edinburgh OR Angus & Fife (strategically located sites near an Armed Forces base) ➡️ www.togetherscotland.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Looking for a new job opportunity? We're looking for someone to support rights-based participation work with children and young people from forces families in the East of Scotland. The role is part-time (21 hours per week) and home-based, with travel in Edinburgh, or Angus and Fife.

We're hiring! Here's an opportunity to join our team and work directly with children and young people to ensure their voices are heard. This role is 21 hours per week and based in Edinburgh or Angus & Fife, depending on the successful candidate’s home location. Learn more and apply:

We recently hosted a webinar on Play and Hobbies for forces children and young people. Our guest speakers were Amy Woodhouse, Parenting Across Scotland CEO, and Heather Armstrong, Co-Chief Executive of Starcatchers. Watch the webinar here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=blfF...

🚨Blog Series: #UNCRCScotland in Practice 🎉that's a wrap - hope you enjoyed reading practical examples Would you like to continue developing your children’s rights knowledge through our new members learning mailings? Sign up as a member today: www.togetherscotland.org.uk/membership/b...

Participation should be framed as an opportunity to contribute, learn and shape services – not a responsibility to speak 'on behalf of' all children and young people or to have 'the answers'.

The co-developed Forces Life Talking Mat is now available to support children and young people from forces families with ASN, and any forces child who is struggling to communicate their feelings with speech alone. Thanks to the Army Benevolent Fund for making this project possible!

There's still time to sign up for this free webinar exploring the importance of play and hobbies for children from forces families! 📅 23 September, 3:30-5pm, online www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/armed-forc...

It's critical that organisations serving children and young people in Scotland work #together to make children's rights a reality. We're grateful for this opportunity to reflect on participation and share how we listen to the voices of forces children: togetherscotland.blog/2025/09/15/f...

Thanks to @forceschildscot.bsky.social for the opportunity to talk about my favourite topic! All children and young people should have the chance to take part in a hobby of their choice. It’s important to understand what could make this a reality for children and young people from forces families.

Here's a flexible volunteering opportunity for anyone interested in supporting children from forces families or seeking professional experience in youth work, education, social care, or psychology. Learn more about being a Ruby Boots Peer Support Volunteer Facilitator: bit.ly/FacilitateRB

In case you missed it, here's our most recent webinar on The Transition to Civilian Life: youtu.be/zD0KP1v4VAA Armed forces children face unique transitions that are often overlooked. This webinar shines a light on their experiences and highlights innovative approaches to supporting them.

Calling all teachers! Did you know you can order a free Forces Children's Rights Charter poster for your classroom? Find this and other resources for learners of all ages, including Charter Bingo, Snakes and Ladders, Write To Your MSP, and more: forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/projects/for...

Join us on 23 September for a webinar on Play and Hobbies for forces children and young people. Play and hobbies are far more than just 'free time': they are powerful tools for building adaptability, friendships, confidence and emotional wellbeing.

HEAR. INVOLVE. SUPPORT. is our new strategy and our commitment to children from forces families. Our mission for the next three years: provide support and opportunities to enable babies, children and young people from Regular, Reservist and Veteran families to realise their potential and thrive.

#ScottishChildrensHealthWeek is a time to reflect on what it really means for every child to have the best possible health and access to health services. For babies, children and young people from Armed Forces families, realising that right carries special weight.

In this just-released episode of the Future Transactions Podcast, we continue our conversation with Edward Challis MBE about job opportunities for young people from forces families within the NHS Scotland Armed Forces Talent Programme and beyond.

Here's a ten-minute survey for serving personnel, spouses and partners, gathering views about pay and personal finances. The Army Families Federation (AFF), Naval Families Federation (NFF) and RAF Families Federation (RAFFF) are working together to capture this feedback.

We're looking forward to this opportunity to connect with other organisations offering peer support within the Armed Forces community. Thank you, @fastforwardscot.bsky.social! Heather will be there representing The Ruby Boots Project. Register now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-role-o...

We're so grateful to our former Chair, Malcolm Noble, for taking on the Kiltwalk and raising funds to support our work for forces children! www.justgiving.com/page/malcolm...

From a forces background and considering your future career? In the most recent Future Transactions episode, Robyn is joined by Edward Challis MBE, Project Lead for the NHS Scotland Armed Forces Talent Programme.

Come and join @forceschildscot.bsky.social and #Vector24 at @fastforwardscot.bsky.social next PIPS Network Meeting to discuss the role that peer support plays for Armed Forces and Veteran Communities🎖️ #peersupport #veterans #forceschildren #scotland #youthwork #peereducation Sign up below 👇

It’s Playday, the UK’s national day for play! This year’s theme, #SpacesForPlay rings true for children and young people from Armed Forces families.

Best of luck to the young people from Armed Forces families who are receiving their #SQAresults today! If you're seeking advice about your results, the SDS Results Helpline will be open until 8 August: just call 0808 100 8000.

We're delighted that Forces in Mind Trust has awarded funding to this research project exploring how children and young people from armed forces families experience the transition to civilian life. forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/news/new-com...

Do you want to understand how to best support children and young people experiencing the transition from armed forces life to civilian life? Join us for an online Armed Forces Children Conversation on 19 August. Learn more and book your free ticket: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/armed-forc...

We're accepting applications for the University and College Fund 2025-26 until 8 August. Awards of up to £2,000 are available for young people from forces families studying at undergraduate level anywhere in the UK. Learn more and apply: forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/news/applica...

The @carerstrustscot.bsky.social Scottish Young Carers Festival was a great opportunity to connect with young carers and showcase our services for children in forces families, many of whom take on caring roles.

School may be out, but we're here to offer year-round support to children from forces families. We're excited to offer a summer residential programme for young people, where they will co-produce resources, influence changes to our website and take part in fun activities. 🎳