Youth Scotland

Who we are

Youth Scotland is a membership organisation, supporting 2,200 youth groups and delivering services that help over 105,000 young people to learn, succeed and make positive contributions to their communities. We are the national charity for the support and delivery of community-based youth work and our mission is to support young people to achieve their full potential. The Youth Scotland membership, led by over 11,300 youth workers and volunteers, is diverse, ranging from small rural youth groups to large urban projects – the common goal that we all share is better outcomes for young people. 

Our culture and values

Our Purpose

Is to grow and develop community-based youth work.

Our Mission

is to support young people to achieve their full potential.

Our Vision

is a country which values community-based youth work and its positive impact on young people’s lives.

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Our strategy to grow and develop community-based youth work is built on four supporting pillars: Supporting Our Member Youth Groups; Training Volunteers and Youth Workers; Youth Leadership and National Programmes; and Accredited Youth Awards.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Youth Scotland believes in equal opportunities. We strive to ensure that we are an equal opportunities employer and champion equalities work through our programmes. Youth Scotland is proud to be a Living Wage employer.