Illegal Migration Bill – we must stop the descent to an inhumane society
We’re in a time where people who are already so vulnerable are being subjected to more distress and inequality.
UNCRC Incorporation Bill to be brought back to the Scottish Parliament
Over two years ago, following years of work from children, young people and other campaigners, the Scottish Parliament unanimously…
Looking back on our time at the UN
By Daisy Stewart Henderson MSYP and Beau Johnston MSYP The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child…
First Minister and Cabinet meet with children and young people
Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs) and Children’s Parliament (MCPs) are today meeting with the First Minister and…
Governments must step up to protect children’s rights, warns United Nations
The United Nations has today warned the UK and Scottish governments that they need to do much more to…
Reflections on the First Minister’s Anti-Poverty Summit
Yesterday, I was invited to the First Minister’s Anti-Poverty Summit in Edinburgh. I was so pleased to be invited…
Let’s Talk Transitions
What is a transition? ‘a process of changing from one system, method, etc. to another’ (Transition, 2022) Change is…
Over 75% of young people would be more likely to eat lunch at school if given a free school meal, new report finds
Today, the Scottish Youth Parliament has published a new report, ‘Young People’s Right to Food’, following a consultation across…
Letter to SNP Leadership Candidates and Scotland’s next First Minister
Today, the Scottish Youth Parliament has joined with nearly 75 organisations across the country in writing to candidates standing…
Parliament debate an opportunity to put UNCRC Bill back on the agenda while #TeamScotlandUN defend children’s rights in Geneva
“All rights are important, all rights should be law.” – Member of the Children’s Parliament Next month will…