Youth
Scottish Government funding for youth work is being increased by more than 30% to recognise the vital role the sector will play in making up any ground lost in learning during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Communities in Carstairs Junction, Coalburn and Coulter are being asked to take part in a walking, cycling and wheeling mapping consultation between now and 18 October, to help create new active travel maps and wayfinding.
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The Scotland-based Rural Youth Project is calling young people to join a focus group to help develop a pioneering “world first” youth-centric Smart Village which will champion young people to collaboratively build vibrant, creative, and sustainable rural economies in the places they call home.
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Around 23,000 low income households without proper internet access will be helped to get online with the assistance of £15 million of Scottish Government funding.
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A new benefit to support 16 to 24 year olds into work if they have been unemployed for six months will open for applications on Monday 17 August.
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This Wednesday 12th August Scotland celebrated #InternationalYouthDay, with plenty of organisations taking part in this year’s theme of ‘Youth Engagement for Global Action’.
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A total of £60 million will be invested in a Youth Guarantee to give all young people access to work, training or education, Economy Secretary Fiona Hyslop has confirmed.
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Scottish Crofting Federation (SCF) are holding a free virtual gathering for Young Crofters, on Tuesday 18th August, 5 years on from a successful residential event held at Glencanisp Lodge, Lochinver.
Four sessions will cover a range of topics and offer a variety of formats. Participants can join for the whole day or individual sessions.
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Members of the Rural Youth Project community have rallied to have their voices heard on the climate crisis, partnering with YouthLink Scotland to co-host a webinar on 12 August at 11:00 am (BST).
The webinar, ‘How YOU(th) can be a leader for change’, will empower and encourage young people to find their voice, influence policy and give practical tips on how to create grassroots movements.
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