Brilliant, awesome, amazing day in Dublin with our friends from the Ombudsman for Children in Ireland talking about incorporating the UNCRC into Irish law.

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

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

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

Valuable thoughts from @rocdaboss76.bsky.social nation.cymru/opinion/whos...

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...

Brilliant blog from Robert on his unique experience!

💡Key finding from our new research. While Gov has committed to improve services in several areas, there is a lack of transparency around what, when (or if) commitments have translated to action. Making it difficult for young people to see what has been implemented, as well as what has changed.

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

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.

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...

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

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

🆕 In a report today, a cross-party Committee is recommending that new SPCB commissioner bodies are only created as a last resort when there is clear and demonstrable need. It's part of a package of measures to reform Scotland's commissioner landscape. Convener @benmacpherson.bsky.social 👇

📚 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

Children have the right to education – but too many Care Experienced children are being let down. We asked Who Cares? Scotland to look at education & what must change. Their findings echo our own report - the system doesn’t work for all. Read more: bit.ly/3SSIFtJ

Young Scot Awards is always a joyfilled evening! Finalists Afristyle Dance Club brought the fun to the stage tonight. 🏆Well done to Young Scot of the Year Ellie Hodge whose contribution to the wellbeing of others is truly inspiring. #YSAwards

Questions about AI are common from children and young people - both on the benefits and how useful it is, and the worries around what it means now for children and for the future. ⬇️ MCPs have helped create a teaching resource to guide those very conversations. Click through for more details.

Thanks to the 6000 + children who joined us for our #InternationalDayofPlay assembly today with e-Sgoil. Special thanks to the amazing children from Windsor Park who shared what they like to do to exercise their right to play, rest & relax😎. ENJOY! Read more: bit.ly/3HC61l5

Happy UN International Day of Play! Here’s a wee Rights Rabbit draw along video to have some fun with :) vimeo.com/1092438820

🧸Celebrate play, creativity & children’s rights this #InternationalDayofPlay. Join Nicola Killean, eSgoil & children across Scotland for a fun, BSL-interpreted online assembly. 🐰 🗓 Wed 11 June, 9:30 – 10am. More info 👉 bit.ly/43mdb48

Some of our Young Advisors spent the day in the Scottish Parliament with us, learning all about how various Bill processes work. Our talented Parliament tour guide was responsible for the highlight of the day. 👻 Did you know Parliament had its own ghost? Here’s the gruesome story. lnkd.in/eTBcqS4E

Spring seminar in Luxembourg with the European Network of Ombudspersons for Children (ENOC), our priority focus this year is physical health. Sharing good practice is always a highlight. Inspired by my visit to Péitrusshaus, a 24hr crisis facility for young people aged 12-21. www.peitrusshaus.app

My top 3 this year: 1. Denmark (strong Loreen vibes) 2. Austria (that got my attention!) 3. Greece (specs a bonus 🤓) #Eurovision

UK Commissioners call for equal protection for all UK children. Scotland was first to ban physical punishment; as did Wales. Children in England & N Ireland are still not protected. All children deserve the same protection from violence as adults. Statement: bit.ly/4jAwgXh

𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 The Herald has teamed up with 23 of the country's leading children and anti-poverty charities to call for the Scottish Child Payment to be increased to £40 per week heraldscotland.com/news/2512502...

Young Advisor Robert blogs on e-Sgoil's Study Support. Our report makes recommendations to improve the education system, including urging Scottish Government to invest more in virtual school models. Robert reveals how he benefited from Study Support. Blog: bit.ly/4lWaTRO Report: bit.ly/3RsP6mt

As the Scottish Parliament continues its consideration of the Education (Scotland) Bill tomorrow @cypcs.bsky.social has shared our views on the wide-ranging stage 2 amendments. Our priority remains embedding children’s right to participate in the new bodies being created by the Bill.

Shake off your peeves like a spaniel.

It can be challenging to know where to begin when it comes to safeguarding children and young people in the digital world. Here's what young people want police officers to know 👮 www.youtube.com/watch?v=af4g...

📃 Our new report shows what must change in education to make rights real for every child. Our recommendations include support for the workforce, like this innovative work in @highland.gov.uk & @moraycouncil.bsky.social. Well supported adults means better supported children. Report: bit.ly/3RsP6mt

We remained deeply concerned about serious issues with the capacity and resilience of the secure care sector - impacting on the safety, rights and wellbeing of children in some of the most vulnerable situations in Scotland. Full letter to Minister: bit.ly/4llE00C

🧵 from our Young Advisors @cypcs.bsky.social summarising our calls on education reform.

📢 Commissioner: “Education reform’s glacial pace and wrong focus fails children.” ALL children have the right to an education that develops their personality, talents and abilities. 📘 Read our new report calling for substantial, urgent reform: bit.ly/3RsP6mt

Children’s commissioner: Too many children let down by education system @cypcs.bsky.social www.tes.com/magazine/new... @jasminenorden.bsky.social @tesmagazine.bsky.social

Getting ready @cypcs.bsky.social to publish a report next week on education in Scotland. Our Young Advisors have been closely involved. Here’s a wee video explainer of how we’ve all been working together. #participation #education

📢 Today we publish analysis warning that without urgent investment, over 210,000 Scottish children (22%) will be trapped in poverty by 2030 🏟️ That’s enough children to fill Murrayfield Stadium x 3 - and double the legal target Read the briefing 👇 www.ippr.org/articles/ach...

Great new set of short films from @childrenfirst.bsky.social to help professionals support young people affected by online harm. Here’s one for teachers. youtu.be/fUu9lFnlVlQ

🌟 Thank you to the thousands of children who joined our assembly today! 🎉 We loved celebrating #InternationalDayOfHappiness with you, exploring the right to good mental health in the #UNCRC and sharing what makes us smile. Keep laughing! 🤣

📢 It’s almost time! Tomorrow at 2PM, join Commissioner Nicola Killean & e-Sgoil live for an uplifting assembly packed with laughter yoga, mental health chats, and feel-good vibes—all with BSL interpretation! Watch live: bit.ly/3Wt1rKC

Children have the right to protection from all forms of abuse or harm, in all aspects of their lives. Statement: Commissioner supports Daniel Johnson's Bill on restraint and seclusion in education settings and urges the Scottish Government to go further. bit.ly/3FDgH1R

The Restraint and Seclusion in Schools (Scotland) Bill was introduced yesterday by‌ Daniel Johnson MSP Details of this Member’s Bill and accompanying documents can be viewed on our website ➡️ www.parliament.scot/bills-and-la...

“The fact is we live in a society where phone use is prevalent. But it is important that we educate children and young people, to help them understand and navigate this online world, and make sure they know how to seek help when it becomes unsafe or unhealthy” www.bbc.com/news/article...

Lots of guidance in here for people looking for training materials to help them embed a children’s rights approach in their work.

What would a good child poverty strategy mean for children? CPAG with @savechildrenuk.bsky.social have published new research on how to deliver a child poverty strategy. This is why it’s so important to get it right.

Unambiguously clear from the UN #CESCR. The two-child limit and benefit cap should be reversed. There’s a lot more in the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights’ recommendations to the UK govt. Here’s my brief comment for @hrw.org in @mirror.co.uk www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

Delighted to have the opportunity to respond to @shelterscotland.bsky.social report on children’s views of temporary accommodation. UNCRC incorporation presents an opportunity to recognise the wide ranging rights impacts and to demand a coordinated response from government.

Children tell us they don't get the support they need to learn. Too many are failed by a system that doesn't deliver their rights. @auditscotland.bsky.social report reveals scale of unmet need is unknown. The Scottish Government must commit to full-scale education reform. Response: bit.ly/4kbbRbX