If you're taking one too, we wish you all an eggstra special Easter break! We’ll be back on Tuesday 7 April.

If you are a young care leaver under the age of 26 in Scotland, you should not be charged Council Tax. Receive a bill? Contact your local council and ask for an exemption: buff.ly/EUTYyUg #CouncilTax

As children and young people navigate the world using AI technology, are chatbots a help or a hindrance to their health and wellbeing? Tune in on 23 April when our free webinar will look at this critical question for parents, carers and society: buff.ly/ZGQTlyF

“#Children are curious & excited, & want to experiment & explore what #AI can do” @sonialivingstone.bsky.social member of the UN Independent International Scientific Panel on #ArtificialIntelligence discusses how she will ensure #childrensrights are heard in the age of AI 👇 unric.org/en/protectin...

The recording of our webinar discussing the findings from an evaluation of @familyrightsgp.bsky.social trial of Lifelong Links in Scotland, is available here: buff.ly/3YKHtMR

In the Scottish Journal of Residential Child Care, Ellie O'Donnell of Kibble Education and Care Centre, explores the interventions, policies and practices that safeguard young people who may self-harm: buff.ly/F5D08AG

Have you taken a look at our series of short explainer videos which cover the basic concepts behind AI systems? Take a look today: buff.ly/WxlMNtx

Our member Pilton Youth and Children's Project are recruiting for various roles to to support the delivery of their North Edinburgh Futures programme. Deadline: Monday 20 April 2026 read more ➡️ www.togetherscotland.org.uk/news-and-eve...

In Aberdeenshire Council, a new addition to the social work adoption team - a Therapeutic Transition Social Worker - has helped support children moving from foster care to adoption. Read our new feature story to find out more: buff.ly/jd4KG6U

Corporate Parents play a key role in ensuring eligible young care leavers in Scotland do not pay Council Tax. Our Inform Briefing and Practice Note explain key steps needed to implement legislation and protect care leavers' rights: buff.ly/EUTYyUg

💙 Targeted, relationship‑based support is improving outcomes for care experienced children and young people. Flexible pathways, trusted adults, stronger engagement. 🔗 Read the case studies: https://ow.ly/B8MB50YycQk

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for improving outcomes for Scotland’s youngest children and their families? Early Years Scotland is seeking a dynamic and committed Service Manager. Full details at earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/service...

🪚 We're running a series of woodwork workshops for young people in April and June! The workshops are a safe and welcoming space for young people to explore their creativity, learn some practical skills and have some fun. Get in touch today to book your space - limited spaces available!

Let’s open doors for care experienced and estranged students! The Unite Foundation Scholarship offers up to 3 years of FREE university accommodation - a true #HomeAtUniversity. Find Out More: unitefoundation.org.uk/scholarship

💡 What matters most to single parents in Scotland? Our new Impact Report reveals key themes: 💰 My money 💚 My children 💜 My health and wellbeing …plus a spotlight on supporting single parents into good jobs! Read the full report⬇️ opfs.org.uk/policy-and-c... #ImpactReport #SingleParents

Do you work with children and young people?🤔 Our Good Childhood Reports evidence a worrying decline in young people’s wellbeing. To help us better understand this striking trend, we are collecting the views of professionals that work directly with children and young people: ow.ly/Itxe50YAvkx

✨ Participation opportunity ✨ My Rights, My Say is looking for young people who are interested in sharing their views and helping improve how children and young people take part in decisions about their education. Find out more here: myrightsmysay.scot/join-the-my-...

The Falkirk Champs are hosting an opportunity for young people to connect with other young people working towards change, share their knowledge and experiences, and discuss barriers and challenges that we face. Learn more and sign up here: https://ow.ly/npcj50YzAy6

Still time to sign up! Calling all social workers and social work students! Our AI and Children's Social Care webinar series continues. Next up: a look at the ethical implications of using AI in practice: buff.ly/xVADtfD

LAST CHANCE tix - Friendship Anthology launch Learn about friendship project resources Celebrate this unique collection feat Jackie Kay & Louise Wallwein @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @uoe-sps.bsky.social @edfuturesinstitute.bsky.social @thebinkshub.bsky.social www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/friendship...

If you are attending our webinar tomorrow about how AI could fit into relationship-based practice, you might want to take a look at our Artificial Intelligence resources page to get a better understanding the policies, guidance and research already in place to help practitioners: buff.ly/icuehPh

Tomorrow! Can AI co-exist with critical thinking? How does relationship-based practice remain central when AI is part of the picture? Join us as we explore these and other ethical implications of using AI in social work practice: buff.ly/xVADtfD

What does wellbeing mean when it’s interpreted by those with lived experience of social care? Join a series of three open access webinars that will explore a co-produced Evidence Review from Research in Practice and Social Care Future. https://ow.ly/EXv150YzLL8

⏰📩You can keep connected through our free, monthly newsletter. Sign up now to get all the latest information: buff.ly/GIeZWK6

On Tuesday! Calling all social workers and social work students! Our AI and Children's Social Care webinar series continues. Next up: a look at the ethical implications of using AI in practice: buff.ly/xVADtfD

Young care leavers under the age of 26 in Scotland don't pay Council Tax. If you receive a bill, contact your local council and ask for an exemption: buff.ly/EUTYyUg #CouncilTax

With AI increasingly present in the daily lives of children and young people, as part of our webinar series focusing in on AI and children’s social care, we are going to be taking a look at how children and young people are using chatbots and AI companions: buff.ly/pup7X43

Interested in learning about improvement programmes? Our online resources highlight key improvements and learning from the PACE programme for children’s services, with a recorded webinars, a reflections report telling the whole story, and more: buff.ly/zeqCNTG

New recording now available. Take a look at the recording of our recent webinar which looked at experiences of using AI transcription tools in social care and public services: buff.ly/MNcHQHh

Josh is 17 and has lived in his residential home for the past 18 months - he is being encouraged to move into a flat once he completes college, but doesn't feel ready. Recognise this story? Find out more in these information materials: buff.ly/RVw3WxU #residentialcare

What does taking a #cashfirst approach to supporting families and young people look like in practice? Find out about North Lanarkshire Council's and CELCIS' work to support children's wellbeing and what this approach told us about power and relationships: buff.ly/fFqwjUl

We’re sharing a vlog from Kyle, a member of our parents’ panel. He talks about how difficult it can be for families to understand the words that social workers use, and why our new film is so important. Watch: https://ow.ly/5joU50YyJBa

Local authorities in Scotland are legally required to exempt all care leavers under the age of 26 from paying Council Tax. Our Inform Briefing and Practice Note outline key steps needed to uphold the rights of care leavers: buff.ly/EUTYyUg #CouncilTax

If you are attending our free webinars about Artificial Intelligence and it could mean for children's social care, you might find it helpful to take a look at our series of short videos explaining the basic concepts behind AI: buff.ly/WxlMNtx

Students who are care experienced or estranged and applying to, or already studying at the University of Edinburgh could be eligible for up to three years of free accommodation through the Unite Foundation Scholarship. Find out more at: unitefoundation.org.uk/scholarship

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴! ⭐ Children’s Reporter (based in Edinburgh) ⭐ Locality Support Administrator (based in Edinburgh) ⭐ Locality Support Administrator (based in Dumbarton) ⭐ Product Manager (Digital Services) Check out all the vacancies - www.scra.gov.uk/recruitment/current-vacancies/

In this article for the Scottish Journal of Residential Child Care, Social Worker, Abbi Jackson, discusses her research into the views of care workers on debrief practices following the use of restraint in secure centres in Scotland: buff.ly/rhiAqyP

Today we are hosting our children and families Partnership Conference, exploring the theme of making Families First a reality. https://ow.ly/zTcO50Yz1GF You can follow and contribute on LinkedIn via #PartnershipC: https://www.linkedin.com/company/research-in-practice/

Calling all social workers and social work students! Thinking about what AI means for practice? We have the webinar for you, and it's free: buff.ly/xVADtfD

Are you connected to a care experienced or estranged young person? OurScholarship provides up to 3 years of free university accommodation, ensuring a stable #HomeAtUniversity. Share this post to help someone access the support they deserve. Find out more: unitefoundation.org.uk/scholarship

The Scottish Government has announced every young person leaving care or continuing care from next month will receive a one-off payment of £2,000 to help support them and reduce financial barriers as they move towards adulthood. Find out more here: https://www.gov.scot/news/helping-care-leavers/

If misogyny is normalised, women & girls are at higher risk of danger. The manosphere exposes young people to sexist narratives, which can translate into harmful behaviours, from harassment to assault. Learn more about what to look out for to keep young people safe: https://ow.ly/tO7M50YyBWi

Can AI co-exist with critical thinking? How does relationship-based practice remain central when AI is part of the picture? Join us as we explore these and other ethical implications of using AI in social work practice: buff.ly/xVADtfD

Online safety risks are changing fast – from #GenAI & #deepfakes to rising #screentime & cyber-threats. #Schools need a living, effective Online Safety Policy & AUP aligned with #KCSIE. Mubina Asaria – @lgfl-ngfl.bsky.social – advises: buff.ly/AU0wViH #OnlineSafety #Edtech #Safeguarding #edusky

Young care leavers under the age of 26 in Scotland don't pay Council Tax. If you receive a bill, contact your local council and ask for an exemption: buff.ly/EUTYyUg #CouncilTax

We are pleased to see this Bill pass unanimously, moving Scotland closer to becoming a nation that does not restrain its children. We are committed to working with MSPs & the Scottish Government to put in place a statutory framework for restraint across all settings in line with the promise.

🪚 We're running a series of woodwork workshops for young people in April and June! The workshops are a safe and welcoming space for young people to explore their creativity, learn some practical skills and have some fun. Get in touch today to book your space - limited spaces available!

Our research found that people do not want AI systems to make decisions on their own; they want to know how AI impacts decision-making, and how to challenge those decisions if they disagree with them. Read the full report on our website - www.scra.gov.uk/2026/03/new-...

The recording of our Emerging Insights webinar, "What could AI mean for children's social care?" in which Professor Donald Forrester and Andrew Morley discussed the implications of AI in public sector services, is now available: buff.ly/GaYjHEN

Fulton MacGregor MSP led a members' debate in the Scottish Parliament on adoption support, following the publication of the Cross‑Party Group on Social Work's report into the provision of, and challenges within, adoption support in Scotland. Watch the Member's Debate here: buff.ly/2gkwbkh