Date: 1st November 2012
Category: General measures of implementation

The Scottish Human Rights Commission launched of a report summarising the findings of a three year scoping project to review research on the realisation of internationally recognised human rights in Scotland.

Date: 25th October 2012
Category: Respect for the views of the child

Scotland will cast its independence vote in 2014 and, for the first time, 16-year-olds will head to the polls. Though they're unlikely to swing the vote, Europe will be listening closely to what they have to say.

Date: 23rd October 2012
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Young Start is a grants programme run by the Big Lottery Fund to distribute money from dormant bank accounts. It aims to create opportunities for children and young people aged 8 - 24 to help realise their potential.

Date: 22nd October 2012
Category: Family Environment and Alternative Care

After a successful first round, Carers Trust are delighted to announce the launch of the second round of their small grants programme, Young Carers Can...

Date: 18th October 2012
Category: Refugee , migrant and asylum-seeking children

A new statutory aggravation is to be introduced to make the perpetrators of human trafficking easier to prosecute, the Scottish Government announced

Date: 11th October 2012
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The Community Grant Fund is aimed at community-based, volunteer-led groups. They do not need to be registered charities. Groups can apply for grants of up to £1,000.

Date: 2nd October 2012
Category: General measures of implementation

Both the UK and the Scottish Governments have formally responded to the recommendations contained in the Report of the UN Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review.

Date: 28th September 2012
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The Wallace & Gromit's Children's Foundation has announced that its grants making programme will open for applications on the 1st October 2012.

Date: 25th September 2012
Category: Access to appropriate information

A Committee of MSPs is set to launch an inquiry into child sexual exploitation in Scotland following a high-profile charity campaign.

Date: 24th September 2012
Category: General measures of implementation

The State of Children's Rights report 2012 was launched at an event attended by Aileen Campbell MSP, Minister for Children and Young People.

Date: 17th September 2012
Category: General measures of implementation, UK 1st periodic review, Respect for the views of the child

Together and Children in Scotland have published a joint briefing on the proposals outlined in the Children and Young People Bill consultation.

Date: 10th September 2012
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Open to the voluntary and community sector throughout the UK including constituted voluntary and community groups, charities, social enterprises, co-operatives, faith organisations, and community interest companies.

Date: 31st August 2012
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Disabled People's User-Led Organisations (DPULOs) are run by and for disabled people.

Date: 30th August 2012
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This new website lists trusts and foundations where there is a link to the Scottish Grant-Making Trusts Group, together with a brief summary of their individual criteria.

Date: 20th August 2012
Category: General measures of implementation

The Scottish Government is set to introduce a new Children and Young People's Bill later this year.

Date: 20th August 2012
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The 'take a Break' scheme for families raising disabled children in Scotland has re-opened thanks to confirmation of further funding from the Scottish Government.

Date: 19th August 2012
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The DWP has launched a new Innovation Fund to support separated families and help them to collaborate in the best interests of their children.

Date: 6th August 2012
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The Wolfson Foundation makes grants awards for people with particular health needs or disabilities, often through smaller charities. Grants can be for new buildings, major refurbishment work, equipment or vehicles.

Date: 6th August 2012
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National Anti-Bullying Week takes place across Scotland from 19 - 23 November 2012. To mark the occasion, respectme, Scotland's Anti-Bullying Service, wants to encourage and support anti-bullying campaigning at a local level.

Date: 2nd August 2012
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The Robertson Trust is leading a group of funders from across the UK who have pledged £1.3 million to identify new ways of reducing alcohol-related harm in young people, their families and communities in Scotland. Funding will be available for 3 years from March 2013.