SYP’s stance on Gender Recognition Reform
SYP has engaged with the discussion on changes to Scotland’s Gender Recognition Act over the past several years and…
Anti-racist education: breaking the mould
My name is Crisantos Ike. Before I became a member of the Scottish Youth Parliament, I never would have…
Buffer Zones: Our Reproductive Right
When trying to access abortion services, people are being met with harsh protests and distressing intimidation – sometimes even…
Young people need to know when their rights will be protected
I was delighted to have the opportunity to speak to the Scottish cabinet alongside members of the Scottish Youth…
Raising young people’s voices at COP26
COP26 will be coming to Glasgow between 1st and 12th November. Here is Mollie McGoran MSYP, Trustee and Convener…
UNCRC Incorporation Bill must be revised as soon as possible
The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the UNCRC Scotland Bill is not within the competence of the Scottish Parliament. This…
Participatory budgeting for a rights based approach to recovery
Hi everyone, my name is Ellie Craig. I am the MSYP for Glasgow Cathcart and the Deputy Convener of…
Periods Don’t Stop for a Pandemic
SYP’s Bounce Back campaign calls for a human rights based approach to the recovery from…
The Separated Children of Afghanistan
The rise to power of the Taliban in Afghanistan over recent weeks was a shock and a horror to…
Tackling racial inequalities in Scotland – is it worth it?
At a time when decision makers are pressured to tackle the fall-out from the Covid-19 pandemic on numerous fronts,…