BSL is the primary language for many children and young people in Scotland and it is crucial that they are supported to access the language of their choice at any age. Our new plan outlines how we will continue to work with young BSL users to make sure their rights are realised.

The Children (Care and Justice) (Scotland) Bill has passed! This is an incredible step forward for children in conflict with the law in Scotland.

Watch CYCJ Director Fiona Dyer (she/her) give her reaction👇

A significant milestone for children's rights in Scotland today.
We welcome the improvements in the lives of children in conflict with the law that will be brought as a result of the Children (Care and Justice) (Scotland) Bill being passed today by MSPs in Scottish Parliament.

Delighted to be able to share our plan for the next 4 years!

Commissioner Nicola Killean told BBC Radio Scotland this morning how seriously concerning #ChildPoverty stats are for children. Poverty severely impacts a wide-range of children’s rights and is a consequence of political decisions. Scottish Government has a duty to use available resources to…

🌟 Excited to announce the launch of the Rights Challenge Badge for Explorers with Scouts Scotland! This badge empowers scouting members aged 14-18 to explore, understand, & champion human rights. Complete the activities to earn your badge! ⛺

Resource: bit.ly/3Vmk8Qg

Today, David and Marie gave evidence to Education, Children and Young People Committee as part of the ASL Inquiry at Scottish Parliament. We were pleased to represent the experiences of children, families and professionals who connect with our projects and services, alongside witnesses from Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland and Govan Law Centre.

📚 Happy #WorldBookDay ! 🌍 'Let’s Explore Our Rights' is our book, beautifully illustrated by Corrina Campbell . Empower little ones to understand their human rights – from a safe home to learning & playing. Available in English, Scots, & Gaelic.

Books: bit.ly/4c1kNfU

Our new 'Cost of a child in Scotland' report from Juliet Stone CRSP is published today. It shows family incomes still up to 40% below the minimum needed to raise a child. The #ScottishBudget MUST do more to close that gap cpag.org.uk/sites/default/…

We're pleased to welcome Children's Commissioner for England Ombudsman for Children Office of the Children’s Commissioner for Jersey and NI Commissioner for Children and Young People to 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 & Comisiynydd Plant | Children's Commissioner Wales remotely as part of our regular discussions on promoting and safeguarding children's rights.

Applications close tomorow! Last chance to apply to become a Young Advisor. 🗓️

If you’re a young person aged 12-17, or you can support a young person to get involved, please apply before midday on Monday, 12 February. 📣

Apply now: bit.ly/3Hfvux9 ⌛

#SaferInternetDay : Digital platforms can empower children's rights, seen in global youth movements like climate justice. But amid rapid tech change, children say they need support. Decision-makers must actively include them in online developments.

Read: bit.ly/4bhSnxI

This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek , we 👏🏾 the remarkable young investigators who led our report on mental health & school counsellors. Their recommendations to Scottish Government encapsulate the support young people deserve inside & outside the classroom. 🧠

Report: bit.ly/41NKKJp

We are loving our collaboration with Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland an opportunity for Deaf Youth Theatre to explore different subjects and campaign for a better future for all young deaf people. 👏👏 Thanks to Nicola Killean and team for getting involved in the session. 📷 Klarissa Webster

💬 | Forces Children help shape #ChildrensRights landscape in Scotland.

Forces Children Scotland worked in partnership with QueenVictoriaSchool to enable #pupils from #armedforces communities to have their say in the latest Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland strategic plan.

Learn More: buff.ly/3UoHm7Q

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Young people from #BigNoise really enjoyed contributing to the Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland #YourRightsOurPlan consultation by sharing their thoughts and feelings through music to help shape a new strategic plan! 🎶 Duygu, Francesca, and Maleeha from #BigNoise Govanhill talk about the process below 👇

🗣️ Our 2023-25 Membership officially begins today!

📣 MSYPs will start their induction process before beginning their work to create the change they want to see in Scotland

👏 Well done to our newly elected Members and thank you to every young person who stood in our elections!

Thinking about applying to be a Young Advisor, but worried about travel & costs? 🤔

🏡 No matter where you live in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿, young people aged 12-17 can apply! 🏞️ From Dumfries to Shetland & everywhere else, accommodation & travel expenses are covered.

Apply: bit.ly/3Hfvux9

Thank you, thank you, thank you! To everyone who has contributed to our #YourRightsOurPlan consultation Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland

Thanks Solar Bear for letting us join in with the Deaf Youth Theatre group this evening as you explored some of the topics from #YourRightsOurPlan Lots of great insights from the young people about education and discrimination.