This Week…
Watch the latest episode of our ‘This is How AyeFeel’ podcast! We talk to Hiba Kane about her mental health journey, self-love and becoming a mental health advocate.
For information on where to find mental health support, visit our #AyeFeel page.
Hiba Kane on Seeking Help and Self-care: This is How AyeFeel
We talk to Hiba Kane about her mental health journey, self-love and becoming a mental health advocate.
This is How AyeFeel Podcast
This is How Aye Feel is our new Young Scot podcast. Our host Katy J chats with guests about life…
#AyeFeel
Find information about how to look after your emotional wellbeing and mental health, discover support from organisations around Scotland and…
Young Scot for You
Our website is packed full of quality-assured information that’s produced especially for young people.
You can use your Young Scot National Entitlement Card for free bus travel, cheaper public transport, discounts & proof of age.
You also take part in surveys or volunteering and can connect to exciting opportunities with Young Scot Rewards. Young carers also get access to our Young Carers Package.
Take a look at what’s on offer!
Read Our New YS Magazine
We’re excited to share our new YS Magazine, by Young Scot for 11 to 12-year-olds!
Young Carers Package
The Young Carers Package is available to all young carers in Scotland between the ages of 11-18. Find out more…
Get Free Bus Travel if You’re Under 22
Find out more about the Free Bus Travel Scheme in Scotland and how to get it.
Young Scot Hive
Welcome to #YSHive – discover opportunities to volunteer with Young Scot.
Ready to sign up to and start making the most of your free Young Scot Membership account?
Find out how by checking out our step-by-step guide.
#VolunteeringMakesMe: Hear From the Volunteers Making a Difference
#VolunteeringMakesMe is a campaign developed by young people to celebrate the skills and experience young people achieve through volunteering. Have you…
Jahan On… Moving From Pakistan to Scotland
Jahan explains her journey moving from Pakistan to Scotland and how the changes and differences in culture, language, heritage and…
Ashely On… The Importance of Black History Month
Ashely explains how some people may feel isolated due to the colour of their skin, and why that makes Black…
Ally on…Tackling Loneliness Through Art
Ally shares with us her experience of loneliness and how she decided to deal with it through visual art.
Nicola on… Getting Involved in Netball
Nicola who plays netball for the under 21 Scotland Squad shares her journey into netball and top tips if you’re…
Anna on… Coming Out
Anna shares some top tips for coming out and how you could support a friend going through the same situation.
@young.scot We speak Gaelic… Of course we had to try this trend! @Lauren 🌻 Gàidhlig | Gaelic & @Somhairle ⛰️🍃🚐🥾⛺️ from our Creator Collective share some of the relatable things they find about speaking Gaelic, do you have any more? #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Scotland #OfCourseTrend #YoungScot ♬ original sound – Young Scot
@young.scot Many people experience feelings of loneliness at some point in their lives. We listened in on a conversation with some of the members from @Blackscottishadventurers about what they would say to a friend who was feeling lonely. If you’re currently experiencing loneliness and are looking for support, search for young.scot/loneliness and you’ll find lots of information and blogs written by other young people about their experience! #YouthLoneliness #YoungScot ♬ original sound – Young Scot
@young.scot Marissa and Emily talk about the importance of being listened to and having a good support system. They share how being involved in groups where they have shared experiences has helped them not feel alone. If you're looking for more information or support with loneliness you can find out more at young.scot/loneliness #YouthLoneliness #YoungScot @WhoCares?Scotland ♬ Brunch (Lofi) – Muspace Lofi
@young.scot Isla from our Gaelic & Scots Languages Panel shares some Scots sayings! Do you have a favourite Scots saying? Let us know below! 👇 #Scots #ScotsSaying #YoungScot #Scotland #ScotsLanguage #LanguageLearning ♬ Catching a Vibe (Lofi) – Muspace Lofi
@young.scot @Meryl Williams from The Traitors talks about some of her favourite moments from the show as well as why it was important to have such a diverse range of cast for representation. If you’ve not seen The Traitors yet be sure to check it out on BBC iPlayer before season 2 early next year! #TheTraitors #Representation #Scotland #YoungScot #BBCiPlayer ♬ Early summer resort, jazzy neo-soul(1253968) – KOZO
@young.scot This week is Scottish Disability Sport Week ⚽️ Here’s Grace from the Young People’s Sport Panel to tell us her story and the importance of making people more aware of the Paralympics. #ScottishDisabilitySportWeek #InspiringThroughInclusion #SportPanel #YoungScot ♬ original sound – Young Scot
#AyeFeel
Find information about how to look after your emotional wellbeing and mental health, discover support from organisations around Scotland and…
#DigiKnow | Cyber Careers & Online Safety
We’ve put together a guide filled with fun ways to learn digital skills as well as info on how to…
Money & Me
Information for young people about managing money, debt and budgeting for the future, in partnership with The Money and Pensions…
The Cost Crisis
You may have heard a lot recently about the ‘Cost Crisis’ or ‘Cost of Living Crisis’. With inflation in the…
Gaelic | Gàidhlig
Fiosrachadh Gàidhlig, goireasan ionnsachaidh, cothroman agus barrachd! Gaelic information, learning resources, opportunities and more!
LGBTQ+
Why not check out our info on coming out, questions you may be asked, myth busters and more!
That’s Not OK
No matter what your relationship is with someone, you should be treated with love and respect. Know how to spot…
Young Carers
Find out how to apply for the Young Carers Package, Carer’s Allowance and the Young Carers Grant. Hear stories from…