Leaving care The law says local authorities (councils) have a duty to encourage young people to stay in care until they are aged 18. Workers and young...
Promoting your rights. Young people around the world have their human rights listed in a document called the UN Convention on The Rights of the Child...
Bullying Every child and young person in Scotland has the right to feel healthy, happy and safe whilst they are growing up. Sadly, bullying can make...
So what does all this mean in real life? Your Rights are not just words. Behind each one are young people who have experienced those rights being...
Moving and handling The Commissioner has heard from a number of young people and children with disabilities and their parents about the negative impact...
Children of prisoners Children have a right to live with their family whenever that is possible and is what is best for them. Sometimes it is not possible,...
Your rights help you live your life safely and happily. Your rights apply to ALL young people under 18 (but SCCYP also looks out for your rights if...
Here at SCCYP we know how important it is to keep you safe online. For example, we will never pass your details on to another person without your permission...
You have more of a say in things than you might think... You have the right to influence decisions made by adults that affect you. It’s just one of...