Today we launch our Manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood Elections which outlines six key policy calls that we believe, if introduced, would have a profound and positive impact on the lives of parents, carers and their families in Scotland Access it here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/news-views/p...

The Promise Scotland is one of many organisations & leaders that must work together to create meaningful change. Our sole focus is supporting work to keep the promise & that includes making sure our role & responsibilities are clear. Learn more here: ow.ly/viF950X93CJ

The recent @auditscotland.bsky.social report provides some key reflections on where they feel delivery is at currently and some recommendations on what they feel should happen now, including on work we are involved in or leading on. (1/2)⬇️

Today's @auditscotland.bsky.social report highlights the need for more clarity around who is working to keep the promise. (1/2) ⬇️

Today's @auditscotland.bsky.social report said there needs to be more clarity in plans to deliver the promise, with Plan 24-30 made easier to navigate and more detail added. (1/2)

Today, @auditscotland.bsky.social published their report, 'Improving Care Experience, Delivering the Promise'. Read more about the report & our full joint statement with the Scottish Government, COSLA, @solacescotland.bsky.social, & the Independent Strategic Advisor here: ow.ly/3sM450X8jCz

So sad to read this. Molly spoke at our Annual Conference last year, generously sharing her experiences Her story had people in tears but her humour, strength & passion shone through My thoughts are with Molly’s family, friends & colleagues @childreninscotland.bsky.social www.bbc.com/news/article...

Bit of a @childreninscotland.bsky.social gang going to this next week including me, @billy-anderson.bsky.social & @judeturbyne.bsky.social plus some ex-CiSers 👏 Can’t wait! I know there are still (free) tickets available, so check it out

Our 2024-25 Achievement Report is out 🎉 This report captures some of the highlights from an incredibly busy year, when we made significant progress despite facing challenges. Read more: bit.ly/3UaGKRM Or watch our highlights 👇 youtube.com/shorts/mJFCW...

Thank you!!!🎉❤️ We're now seeing regular donations coming into our Give As You Live page - with a new one on June. We've been asked not to contact the people making donations, so obviously won't use their names but a massive, massive thank you to those very kind people! You know who you are!

#EdinburghPride #TransRightsAreHumanRights

Accidentally matching my shirt with the interior design of the @childreninscotland.bsky.social conference venue… #AC25

Pets as therapy have arrived with special guests, Olive and Milo 🐾 Having a ball ⚽ #CiSAC25

Children in Scotland’s Annual Conference kicks off in two days! The event offers a great opportunity to connect with people working across the sector. If you’d like to get a head start on getting to know the people and organisations making up our conference, here’s some ways you can prepare ⬇️

Come work with us - I’m obviously biased, but it’s a great place to work! This post will sit in my slightly restructured department where we’re creating a new Income Generation team. Check it out ⬇️ and get in touch if you want to know more

Love this animation - great job Angus! Provides a snapshot of what I think will be one of the best conferences we’ve delivered in the nine years I’ve been at Children in Scotland. Please come & join us for one or both days - it will be so worth it!

🌎Whether its developing #globalcitizen skills, inspiring the next generation of #climatechange leaders or getting children exploring the outdoors, this #EarthDay2025 we highlight some projects that are empowering young people across Scotland to make a positive difference. Read now: loom.ly/dRCOUlE

We had the pleasure of supporting MSc student, Katie Gilmartin, with her dissertation exploring the impact of youth advisory groups on national organisations. With her findings published, Katie shares advice for those looking to establish meaningful participation with young people: loom.ly/pwhGYjg

Great thread with a few of Children in Scotland’s key players… ⬇️⬇️⬇️

The spring issue of our member magazine Insight is out now! This edition considers the difficult decisions and new directions that sometimes need to be taken to ensure transformational change for children and young people. In-depth interviews, inspiring features and opinion pieces: bit.ly/4hWm49N

New blog!🖋️ Ahead of Month of the Military Child, Children in Scotland’s Head of Services Billy Anderson discusses the resilience displayed by military children and the lessons we can learn from them. Read Billy's brilliant blog here: childreninscotland.org.uk/month-of-the...

Another brilliant Children in Scotland event has taken place in Stirling today - our residential exploring trauma and self care. 16 delegates have been off to a great start with lots of interactive activities. Plenty more to do tomorrow, including our wellbeing walks🌷

ICYMI: The Scottish Government has launched a new online information resource, ‘Keeping children safe in Scotland’, with guides for children, young people and families who want to learn more about or may be involved in the child protection process in Scotland: buff.ly/4i9hiX3

There's still time to book your free places for Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as a range of online session options: bit.ly/4hKG2VG

Our team are in Inverness for a training day with pupil support staff focused on improving care experienced learners' experiences at school - thanks to everyone joining us today! #KeepThePromise

Did you know? You can access our library of free webinars on our YouTube channel! 📺 🙂 It includes information sessions for professionals, sessions for parents or carers and the latest episodes of our Lunchtime Listen discussion series. Take a look around: youtube.com/@EnquireReachASL/videos

This year’s conference is shaping up to be one of the best for many years. The whole programme is now available ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Don’t forget that our Members get discounted tickets, so get booking. See you there!

'New Fairer Funding pilot welcomed as a positive first step by Children in Scotland' Read the full story: 🔗 bit.ly/3WSCxUS

A brilliant few days for our team at #TheGathering in Edinburgh. We talked #childrensrights, #ASL, #childpoverty, and many other matters affecting children in Scotland, and those that work with and support them. Lovely to meet @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social and highlight the impact of our services.