Date: 11th August 2023
Category: Training, General measures of implementation

This survey is being conducted for the Children’s Services Reform Research study to inform decision making for the improvement of the delivery of children services in Scotland. This survey is for anyone working in social work, education, youth justice, police, health (including the NHS) and third sector services in Scotland, and asks for your valuable experiences and insights into your work with children.

Date: 17th July 2023
Category: General measures of implementation, General principles

Join Juliet Harris, Director of Together, for a series of hour-long ‘Lunch and Learns’ in August to learn about children’s rights best practice!

Date: 17th July 2023
Category: General measures of implementation, General principles

The recent Ministerial update on the UNCRC Incorporation (Scotland) Bill revealed that it will not stretch to Acts of the UK Parliament. The Bill is expected to return to the Scottish Parliaments soon after the summer recess. Read on to find out what young people have said about the Cabinet Secretary’s announcement.

Date: 17th July 2023
Category: Civil Rights and Freedoms, General measures of implementation

Applications are now open for young people aged 14-25 to stand as a candidate in this year's SYP elections.

Date: 17th July 2023
Category: Other human rights treaties and mechanisms, General measures of implementation, General principles

Closing date: 5th October 2023

Date: 17th July 2023
Category: Disability, Basic Health and Welfare, General measures of implementation

Closing date: 25th August 2023

Date: 19th June 2023
Category: General measures of implementation

The University of Brunswick's project InspiRights is an exciting opportunity to promote child development and child rights by sharing your examples of good practice that inspire the fulfilment of children’s rights to present to governments.

Date: 16th June 2023
Category: General measures of implementation

The Creative Encounters documentary team consists of six children who document their experience of the project, revealing their thoughts attending the Imaginate Festival Launch event. Take a look at their protest banners advocating for their rights under the UNCRC!

Date: 25th April 2023
Category: Civil Rights and Freedoms, General measures of implementation

Scotland’s Second National Action Plan for Human Rights (SNAP 2) was launched last month and Michael, a young person on the Leadership Panel for its development, shares his experiences as the youngest person in the room.

Date: 9th November 2022
Category: General measures of implementation, Incorporation

New Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has re-appointed Dominic Raab as Justice Secretary, meaning a revival of his Bill of Rights (or more appropriately “Rights Removal Bill”). Catch up on the latest updates here!

Date: 13th October 2022
Category: Incorporation, General measures of implementation

The Scottish Government has provided an update on its progress on the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill as it moves to the Reconsideration Stage, a year after the UK Supreme Court Judgement.

Date: 13th October 2022
Category: General measures of implementation

The Scottish Government has published revised practice guidance materials following consultation with key stakeholders who asked for better guidance on how GIRFEC policies will be put into practice.

Date: 13th October 2022
Category: General measures of implementation

This report aims to support litigators and others involved in Child Rights Strategic Litigation (CRSL) in putting children’s rights at the heart of their practice to bring about positive legal and/or social change in terms of children’s enjoyment of their rights.

Date: 15th September 2022
Category: General measures of implementation

Last year the Scottish Government asked for stakeholders’ input on its revision of getting it right for every child (GIRFEC) policy and practice guidance materials. Those responses, along with an independent analysis, are now available, and ask for better guidance on how this policy will be put into practice.

Date: 15th September 2022
Category: Incorporation, General measures of implementation

The UK Government’s attempt to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights (or more appropriately ‘Rights Removal Bill’), has failed as the new Prime Minister Liz Truss has shelved the Bill temporarily.

Date: 15th September 2022
Category: General measures of implementation, Respect for the views of the child

Closing dates: 21st September for civil society submissions; 30th September for children and young people’s submissions.

Date: 6th September 2022
Category: General measures of implementation

The Scottish Government has published its official plans for 2022-23. Key themes include addressing the cost-of-living crisis, child poverty, education, care, justice and mental health.

Date: 1st August 2022
Category: General measures of implementation, Incorporation

The Year of Childhood 2021 saw the passage of the UNCRC Incorporation Bill and Children’s Parliament’s 25th birthday. During the year, Children’s Parliament explored childhood through the lens of children’s human rights, raising awareness and understanding amongst the adult workforce.

Date: 1st August 2022
Category: General measures of implementation, Disabled children

An accessible and inclusive neighbourhood is crucial for children and young people to thrive. The Health and Social Care Alliance (the ALLIANCE), Disability Equality Scotland, and Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland have reported their findings following an event series exploring 20-minute neighbourhoods.

Date: 1st August 2022
Category: General measures of implementation

Closing date: 26th August 2022