We've been shaking up education with pupils at Whiting Bay Primary — listening to what life is like growing up on Arran and what helps them feel heard in school. You can shake things up too! Take part in our Shoogle Lab activites before 27 November: bit.ly/49uEkq3

Watch our BSL video promoting this year’s #WorldChildrensDay assembly with eSgoil — and join us live with BSL included. 🎵 Body percussion. 🗣️ Learn about rights. 💭 Share where you feel heard. 📅 Thu 20 Nov ⏰ 9.30–10am Join us live: bit.ly/4qCekiA @BDA_Scot

We had a sailing start at Arran High — talking to pupils about island life, their right to be heard, and good listening. 🚢Day 2 today! You can take part too: try our three Shoogle Lab activities & send feedback by 27 November. Get involved: bit.ly/49uEkq3

Not long to go! ⏰Every child has the right to be heard — but what helps them feel listened to? Take part in our Shoogle Lab activities and share your pupils’ views on fairness and decision-making in school. 🗓️ Submit by 27 Nov → bit.ly/49uEkq3

It’s the 75th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights today – we highlight three cases which had a big impact on children’s rights in Scotland: bit.ly/47Vh43o

Every child has the right to be heard — but what helps them feel listened to? Our Shoogle Lab activities help primary children explore decision-making in school. Their views will go to education leaders at our December event. 🗓️ Submit by 27 Nov: bit.ly/49uEkq3

On #WorldChildrensDay, we team up with eSgoil for a fun, interactive online assembly (with BSL). 🎵 Body percussion with Solar Bear 🗣️ Learn about your rights 💭 Share where you feel heard 📅 Thu 20 Nov ⏰ 9.30–10am Join live: bit.ly/4qCekiA #ScotlandsAssembly

🌎 Tackling climate change means tackling poverty and inequality. Families on the lowest incomes face the greatest challenges and yet have the fewest resources to adapt and recover from climate related events. Read our consultation response: bit.ly/4hsob6J

We’re proud to share our Annual Report in British Sign Language (BSL). This year marks Commissioner Nicola Killean’s first full year — and the landmark incorporation of the UNCRC into Scots law. Watch in BSL: bit.ly/4nqDTk7

Our Annual Report marks Commissioner Nicola Killean's first full year with UNCRC incorporation as the most significant change to our powers since 2003. Our values shine through with participation at the heart of our work. Report, child-friendly, BSL: bit.ly/4nqDTk7

Response to report by @mentalwelfare.bsky.social into Melville Unit, raising serious concerns about the use of restraint. This month we warned Scottish Government we’d take legal action if it didn’t strengthen its commitments in this area. We’re pleased it will now do so bit.ly/3L8RDCp

Great to see the UN spotlighting young people’s voices—including our Young Advisor Robert, one of only five children invited to speak in Geneva—on why early childhood care and pre-primary education must be recognised as part of the right to education. bit.ly/4nn5LGt

The Scottish Football Association and the Scottish Professional Football League gave evidence to the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee at the Scottish Parliament yesterday. They made concessions regarding the treatment of youth footballers. Read our response: bit.ly/46G4R0M

Commissioner Nicola Killean speaks today at the @parliament.scot Education, Children & Young People Committee on the Restraint & Seclusion in Schools (Scotland) Bill. We support Daniel Johnson MSP’s Bill and call for statutory, human-rights-based guidance. Read more: bit.ly/47Yxo3W

SFA and Scottish FA give evidence now on rules for child footballers. Our Head of Legal: “The underlying issue here, and it always has been, is that the clubs principally view these children as economic assets...SFA has made rules which are in the interests of clubs and not of the children.”

We’re excited to support Young Advisor Saif to take part in the European Network of Ombudspersons for Children's conference in Romania, working with other young people from all over Europe on the right to physical health. Find out more: bit.ly/4mlRbhe

Tomorrow @parliament.scot debates the SPCB Landscape Review and we welcome the Committee’s report and scrutiny which has reasserted the value and ongoing need for the office of the Children and Young People’s Commissioner Scotland. Read our full briefing: www.cypcs.org.uk/resources/sp...

From Scotland to Geneva! Our Young Advisor Robert took children’s voices to the UN on the #RightToEducation, speaking as 1 of only 5 children invited globally 🌎 — a first for UN treaty-drafting. What was it like? Read his blog: bit.ly/3IdsYvB

New research by our office, SAMH & YoungScot shows not enough is being done on mental health. The Scottish Government accepted Youth Commission on Mental Health Services recommendations, but 6 years on, lack of transparency means young people feel little progress & change. Read more: bit.ly/3KhwSUD

Speaking today @ Education Committee & Work & Pensions Committee, the Commissioner talked about the impact of child poverty, progress Scot Gov has made & what more could be done. We also urged the UK Gov to scrap the two-child limit, which would pull 20,000 children in Scotland out of poverty.

Our Young Advisor Robert made history as 1 of 5 children globally adressing the UN in Geneva, the first time the Human Rights Council involved children in treaty-drafting. Speaking on free education & educational barriers he said: “I wasn’t just there to tick a box.” 👉 bit.ly/41D1sxX

And that’s a wrap! Young Advisor Robert participated in a UN discussion about the right to education. We are so proud of him, and proud that we have supported him to have his voice heard at the epicentre of human rights. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Read more : bit.ly/461AiSC

“Education is not just reading, writing & maths but also learning about human rights, different cultures, and the natural environment.” Children must be heard by decision-makers and Young Advisor Robert told the UN about the importance of free pre-primary & secondary education.

Here we go! After weeks of planning, Young Advisor Robert addresses the UN today. He is representing Western Europe & is one of five children speaking for their peers from all over the world. He’ll be talking about the right to education, updates to come. Good luck, Robert!

Opening the session at the UN, Ms Nada al-Nashif, Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, said to the 5 children: “Your participation is not symbolic but essential.” We completely agree & are proud to support children to be heard in places of power.

Big week for our Young Advisor Robert! 🌍 He’s at the UN in Geneva representing Western Europe. Tomorrow he’ll speak on the right to education, sharing insights from two years of work with the Commissioner & children across Scotland.

Sport can help realise a range of children’s rights. Commissioner Nicola spent an evening with children at Musselburgh Windsor FC. Thanks for having us! Read more: bit.ly/4oYFEXy

⏰ Applications close midnight tonight! Join our bold team as a Legal Officer (Solicitor) and help create a better future for children and young people across Scotland. ⚖️ Full time, 37 hours £45,428 – £54,166 Apply: bit.ly/46mNkMl

⏰ Last chance to apply! Step into the role of Legal Officer (solicitor) and empower the Commissioner to act when children's rights aren't respected. Applications must be submitted before midnight on Wednesday 27th August. Apply: bit.ly/40I5X9Y

👩‍⚖️ We're recruiting! Step into the role of Legal Officer and empower the Commissioner to act when children's rights aren't respected. As part of our bold team, you’ll promote, protect and defend the human rights of every child in Scotland. Apply: bit.ly/40I5X9Y

We’re proud to be the #BeFriendly Friday partner for #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek with Children's Healh Scotland 💚. Join us on 5 Sept to support every child’s right to the best possible health. Full activity book 👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/scott...

♥️ It's #SQAResults today which can be a day of mixed emotions. Think about all the positive attributes you have that make you unique - and remember your value is more than grades. #NoWrongPath Read more: bit.ly/47fYFyh

⚽ Commissioner Nicola Killean spent a morning with children from Hillwood Community Trust & praised campaigners who have established a life-changing community sports hub. Sport builds fitness, resilience, connection, joy, & helps realise a range of rights. Read more: bit.ly/4mcnJdG

Two of our Young Advisors travelled to Croatia to work with other young people from all over Europe on the right to physical health. Their recommendations will be finalised in September: bit.ly/4fhXnFc

Celebrated the UNCRC’s 1st anniversary in Scots law alongside amazing young carers at #ScottishYoungCarersFestival. However their stories & struggles remind us there’s more work to do to ensure their rights are respected, protected & fulfilled. Read more: bit.ly/4eYF6wu

Today is the first anniversary of UNCRC incorporation into Scots law. Having children’s rights in law is a huge milestone but it’s just one step. We’ll keep holding people in power to account so every child in Scotland can have their rights respected, protected, and fulfilled.

⏰Last week to apply! Join our bold team as a Legal Officer (Solicitor) and help create a better future for children and young people across Scotland. 📅 Apply by Mon 21 July: bit.ly/46mNkMl

🏫 Open, relaxed HMIE inspectors make school visits a more effective experience for everyone. Clear communication is key. Our Young Advisors shared their views with Education Scotland as part of engagement work into improving school inspections. 🗨️ Read more: bit.ly/4lP4mY9

👩‍⚖️ Step into the role of Legal Officer (Solicitor) and empower the Commissioner to act when children's rights aren't respected. 🛡️ As part of our bold team, you’ll promote, protect and defend the human rights of every child in Scotland. Apply: bit.ly/40I5X9Y

Child poverty is not inevitable – it's a result of policy choices. Children’s Commissioners across the UK are united in calling for urgent action: ❌ Scrap the two-child limit 📈 Raise child benefits annually Statement: bit.ly/4ljjf59

We've responded to the Scottish Parliament's Education, Children & Young People Committee's Call for Views on Daniel Johnson MSP's members bill on restraint and seclusion in schools in Scotland. www.cypcs.org.uk/resources/re...

Want to use your legal skills to make a difference for children & young people? 🪧 We’re hiring a Legal Officer (Solicitor). 💼 Full time, permanent 💷 £45,428–£54,166 🗓️ Apply by 21 July | Interview: 11 August Apply: bit.ly/46mNkMl

Our international work includes working with the strong global network of Children's Commissioners. Our Young Advisors get involved too. They've been working on the right to physical health & soon they'll meet young advisors from Europe to share, learn and create recommendations ➡️ bit.ly/3Tdqn6Q

As schools finish up for summer over the next week, we’re thinking about what every child needs: time to rest, play, relax and be happy. Watch this heartwarming film we made where children share what makes them happy. Their words say it all!

Children have the right to education – but too many Care Experienced children are being let down @cypcs.bsky.social asked Who Cares? Scotland to look at education & what must change Their findings echo their own report - system doesn’t work for all #UNCRCScotland buff.ly/mQgwYYA

Children are always at the heart of our work & our amazing Young Advisors have shared with @UN what they think about aspects of the right to education in Scotland. They looked at the last three years of school, barriers to learning, attainment, & attendance. More: bit.ly/4edxBkI

📚 Every child has the right to an education that develops them to their fullest potential. Our latest Good Practice feature highlights young people sharing how online learning from eSgoil is doing just that. Read more 👉 bit.ly/43PzMaM

At 9:30, Head of Legal, Nick Hobbs gives evidence on the rights of child footballers. ❌SFA & SPFL continue to disregard Parliament's recommendations. 👩‍⚖️If the CMA won't investigate, @parliament.scot & Scot Gov‬ have to seriously consider legislation and/or regulation. Live: ow.ly/BbGW50W9no5

Commissioner Nicola Killean said: “The report by Who Cares? Scotland reinforces findings from my recent report that too many #children are being let down by the current #education system. Read her blog today! @moragtreanor.bsky.social @childrenatrisk.bsky.social

Commissioner blogs about "Exclusion Labelled As Support", the Who Cares? Scotland report into Care Experienced children in education. She writes about the findings, & what needs to change to make sure children’s rights are at the ♥️ of education. www.cypcs.org.uk/news-and-sto...