Please share - our friends at Creative Change collective have two shows on in Glasgow and Manchester coming up this autumn: 9 October Glasgow Tron theatre 24 October Manchester Met theatre

Do you have experience researching justice issues? Do you have in depth knowledge of the Scottish youth justice system? We're looking for an experienced researcher to join our team to work across different projects within our research workstream. buff.ly/Rnuu82h

If you're looking to take your CPD to the next level - we have the course for you. Our Post Graduate certificate in children in conflict with the law allows learners to gain a critical understanding of the issues surrounding the rights of children and young people in conflict with the law,

The latest post on our Raising Youth Justice blog is from guest author Kristen Gurdak, who explores the need for establishing psychological safety with children and young people in conflict with the law. Read the blog here: buff.ly/t4fbQ5n

If you're looking for a new research job opportunity - look no further! We're hiring a research associate to join our team, based at the University of Strathclyde. Learn all about what it's like to work with us and how to apply in the recruitment pack, which you can find here: buff.ly/NMdeJuu

Next up in our Autumn webinar series we'll be exploring LGBTQ+ informed care and treatment in women's prisons and tentative lessons for youth justice. Join us for free on 23 September @ 12:00 to join in this discussion and learn from Dr Kayleigh Charlton. Book your place: buff.ly/7xKiVYO

Director @fionadyer.bsky.social joined colleagues for a discussion on 'Reimagining the relationship between care and justice frameworks when responding to extra-familial harm' today at the launch of the Global Centre for Contextual Safeguarding Durham University.

CYCJ Practice Development Advisor @rossgibson.bsky.social will be joining the panel of discussants at the launch of the new 'Criminal Justice in Scotland' textbook. 🗓️ 7 October 15:00-17:00 📍 Edinburgh Napier University Sighthill campus

🧒📢 Over 120 charities have come together to back two vital amendments being debated today in the House of Lords. They would put #ChildRights at the heart of Government ensuring children are no longer an afterthought in policy decisions. 📄 Read our press release: bit.ly/3Vj5lVp

📣 Research Associate role now open for recruitment at CYCJ! If you're experienced in researching issues for children and young people/Scottish youth justice system - we want to hear from you. Learn more and apply at our website: buff.ly/luttoZD #Recruitment #ResearchJob #YouthJustice

We’re looking for a Research Associate to join our team! You’ll be joining our research team to work on range of different projects in relation to children in conflict with the law.

Textbook Launch Event🚀 Join us for this in-person event @edinburghnapier.bsky.social on 7 Oct 3-5pm where we bring together a range of voices to reflect on where Scottish criminal justice is and where it's going. Register your place now 👇 bit.ly/criminal-jus...

We're hiring! We're looking for a Research Associate to join our team. You will work within our Research Workstream to contribute to CYCJ’s broad research programme.

For social work team leaders, volunteer co-ordinators, service managers and those responsible for learning and development - we know you are always looking for resources that up to date, interactive and affordable. Good news - we have just the thing for you.

If you want to learn about participatory research and the experiences of Black and Mixed heritage children and young people - this webinar is for you. Join us on MS Teams, tickets are free: buff.ly/GVZSd5m 15 October, 12:00-13:00

What happens when young people take the lead in researching an issue that has impacted them? You can learn the answer to this and more where we'll hear from Dr Nina Vaswani as she shares the findings from the Men Minds project. Learn more and sign up here: buff.ly/Bkj6NMH

🚨 August 2025 E-Bulletin 🚨 This month, you can read the latest updates on Scotland’s youth justice policy and practice, as well as news and opportunities from CYCJ. 👇 www.cycj.org.uk/resource/aug...

Speaking next in our series of webinars featuring experts from all areas of youth justice, is CYCJ research associate Dr Kayleigh Charlton. Join us for a conversation exploring some of the findings from a study about LGBTQ+ pains of imprisonment,

At yesterday's webinar we heard from speakers at CYCJ and Action for Children to explain the Criminal Exploitation of Children Framework for Practice, and a brand new E-Learning module that supports it.

We've added more topics to our Autumn 2025 programme of webinars! Join us as we learn from experts in a range of subjects. These free online sessions are ideal for anyone who is passionate about the welfare of children and young people.

Action for Children and CYCJ have produced this e-learning module to increase awareness and understanding of the Criminal Exploitation of Children.

Spread the word – we are hosting a webinar next week to cover everything you need to know about the Criminal Exploitation of Children Framework for Practice. This framework will be supported by a new e-learning module of 4 hours self study

Coming up in our series of webinars, we'll be hearing from Dr Kayleigh Charlton to explore some of the findings from a study about LGBTQ+ pains of imprisonment, including bullying and discrimination, a lack of specific LGBTQ+ support in prison and the uncertainty and belonging of trans prisoners.

*New resource available to support practitioners* This framework for practitioners helps to recognize and respond to the criminal exploitation of children as a child protection issue.

We've published our response to the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) Bill. We welcome some parts of the Bill but have also identified areas we believe could be strengthened, including how to keep children out of police cells.

Practitioners - don't miss the next dates for START: AV training! We will be hosting a two day online training designed specifically for professionals who conduct assessments in relation to high-risk behaviours displayed by, or experienced by, children and young people.

If you're a professional in Scotland involved in identifying, supporting, and protecting children at risk of or experiencing criminal exploitation – sign up to our webinar. We will be joined by Action for Children to explain the Criminal Exploitation of Children Scotland’s Framework for Practice.

*Upcoming webinar announcement* If you are a professional in Scotland involved in identifying, supporting, and protecting children at risk of or experiencing criminal exploitation – sign up to our upcoming webinar.

If you've ever wanted to level up your learning about children and young people in conflict with law, then our post graduate certificate is for you! We're running an FAQs session on Tuesday 2, September @ 12:30, so come along to ask any questions you might have about the course. buff.ly/c7ijyej

We contributed to the development of the Scottish Government's revised Trafficking and Exploitation Strategy. It sets out a public health approach, aiming to deliver targeted interventions aligned to the needs of those who have experienced trafficking and exploitation.

📚 New resource available to support practitioners 👇 This framework for practitioners helps to recognize and respond to the criminal exploitation of children as a child protection issue.

“This work was always about the victims” Find out more about what can be done to prevent antisocial behaviour right now in our latest episode of Creative Conversations, available to watch at our YouTube channel: buff.ly/vFs2YmS

If you are a professional in Scotland involved in identifying, supporting, and protecting children at risk of or experiencing criminal exploitation – sign up to our upcoming webinar.

“Once we unpicked it and looked at the data…. it didn’t add up.” When you think about antisocial behaviour, do you really understand what it is and why it happens?

Exciting news! We are now sharing our podcast on our YouTube channel. In our latest episode, Fiona Dyer and Lorraine Gillies chat to Katya Allcott about their experiences of co-chairing the Independent Working Group on Antisocial Behaviour. Watch the episode here:

We had an incredible afternoon in Glasgow celebrating 6 years of Youth Justice Voices 💜 From Glasgow to Polmont to Aberdeen, we heard powerful reflections and achievements from our three amazing steering groups: Youth Just Us, Inside Out, and Youth Justice Voices North East. (1/3)

We spent a great afternoon yesterday with colleagues to celebrate 6 years of Youth Justice Voices and Inside Out. There were presentations, performances and a quiz! Thank you to everyone involved in this important piece of work.

🔔 Upcoming webinar notification for practitioners working with children and young people! We’ve got new webinars available to book now: 23 September: LGBTQ+ informed care and treatment in women's prisons: Tentative lessons for youth justice with Dr Kayleigh Charlton

Children and young people come into conflict with law for many different reasons - as practitioners it's important for us to understand why, and how best to support them when they do.

Your July E-Bulletin has landed! Read it now for a full round up of this month's activity. It's got tons of updates, new resources and sector news. We know you're busy, and this monthly digest delivers everything you need to know in one place. Read it here: buff.ly/dsQNcyv

Subscribing to our mailing list makes sure that you are the first to know about what's happening in youth justice in Scotland. You'll get the first look at our blogs, podcast episodes and new resources - sign up today to make sure you never miss an update: buff.ly/630JP5P

Subscribing to our mailing list makes sure that you are the first to know about what's happening in youth justice in Scotland. We send a monthly E-Bulletin, giving you all you need to know from our projects and colleagues across the sector. Sign up today: buff.ly/630JP5P

🚨 New Job Alert! 🚨 Administrative Assistant (Maternity Cover) Join our team at CYCJ and contribute to our important work with children and young people throughout Scotland. You will play a vital role in the work we do as an Administrative Assistant.

We have a monthly E-Bulletin covering updates from us here at CYCJ and from all across Scotland's youth justice sector. Be the first to know about new training opportunities, webinars and events by subscribing now. Make sure you're on our mailing list to receive July's E-Bulletin👇 buff.ly/6A8AkNR

🌟 New Job Opportunity on the Rise! 🌟 Our Administration Team is seeking a passionate and attentive Administrative Assistant to join the team on a maternity leave cover basis.

📣 It is official, we are hiring! 📣 Join our team at CYCJ as part of the Administration Team as an Administrative Assistant (Maternity Cover) and help make a difference in children and young people’s lives. 📍 Glasgow | 💰 £25,733 – £26,942 | ⏱️ 28 Hours per Week | 💼 15 Months (Fixed)

Read the latest blog from @cycjscotland.bsky.social explaining that whilst we can learn from #research, or from theories we don't truly understand the work we do, until we listen to #children and young people themselves. #youthjustice @susanmcvie.bsky.social @moragtreanor.bsky.social

“These are our weans.” That powerful reminder, shared by Nicole Savage, echoed throughout the 2025 National Youth Justice Conference. This blog explores how listening, learning, and language shape the future of youth justice. 📣Read the blog here: buff.ly/8bxhroy #CYCJ #YJConf25 #Listening

Did you know? We have a monthly E-Bulletin covering updates from us here at CYCJ and from all across Scotland's youth justice sector. Subscribe now to make sure you're on our mailing list to receive July's E-Bulletin 👇 buff.ly/6A8AkNR

Director @fionadyer.bsky.social is speaking at Contexts of Contextual Safeguarding: Creating safety for adolescents beyond their homes across sectors and geographies - at Durham University. Fiona will be bringing her expertise and knowledge to Day 2 plenary session. Book now: buff.ly/01Qiu4M