Cowal Youth Action

Non political organisation for young people in Cowal, aiming to ensure our voice is heard on issues that affect us locally, nationally & globally

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

⚠️ Our new survey gathers info on reduced services, budgets, & staffing in youth work.

We are deeply concerned by the extent of cuts & their impact on young people & are calling on politicians for change! #InvestInYouthWork

📅‼️ Survey deadline 30/03/23 https://t.co/4jtAbWGCBc

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

‼️ Scotland's young people's future is at risk!

We are calling on politicians of all parties to work to restore youth work budgets & strengthen youth work services. #InvestInYouthWork #YouthWorkChangesLives

The time for action is NOW.
Get involved 👉 https://t.co/hcZiILg3Ja

[Scottish Youth Parliament @OfficialSYP]

🍎 Today, we have published our #SYPRightToFood report, which heard from nearly 850 young people across Scotland

We have made 5 key recommendations to decision makers, which our MSYPs will be advocating on

Read the full report here: https://t.co/cMHUvYAarR

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

🆕 During Covid-19, youth work played a vital role in supporting children & young people.

Our report w/ @NorthernStar & @scotgov highlights youth works commitment, impact & challenges during the pandemic & after. #YouthWorkChangesLives #InvestInYouthWork
https://t.co/BJDZ6oashj

[Sarah Robertson @YLSSarahRobbo]

We’re creating a youth advisory group to help shape future mental health research with 12-15 year olds across Scotland

If you know any young people who may be interested please can you let them know.

I am also happy to send through more info

Great opportunity & fun too 🌟

[Cowal Youth Action @CowalForum]

Test your knowledge on democracy and see if you can you answer these questions correctly.

[Electoral Commission @ElectoralCommUK]

For Welcome to Your Vote Week we're testing your everyday politics knowledge. For the following the Tweets choose who you think is responsible for overseeing each activity 👇

[Electoral Commission @ElectoralCommUK]

What is Welcome to Your Vote Week?

It's a whole week all about getting the conversation about democracy started with young people.

Democracy and politics impacts issues in our every day lives.

Check out our impartial political literacy resources today: https://t.co/uQ6KwXya6d

[Cowal Youth Action @CowalForum]

@ABActiveSchools

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

🆕👋 @SSF_2000 Changing Lives Through Sport Conference & Learning Event is happening this February!

The event will provide an opportunity to hear from leading experts whilst networking with other like-minded organisations & professionals.

🎫Tickets here:
https://t.co/xQZBtV7QTZ

[Dunoon Grammar DYW @dgsdyw]

DGS is hosting it's very own Pathways Event! An excellent opportunity for our #dunoongs S3-6 pupils and their parents/carers to come along and meet local organisations, find out more info about careers, and seek advice from the experts! Tea/coffee and biscuits available too!

[Young Scot @YoungScot]

Exams are a stressful time 😣

Here are some top tips for managing exam stress from the Mental Health Foundation Young Leaders @MHFScot

Please share our full article for all the tips 👇
https://t.co/JxCRtJ0Vdi

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

💻 🕵️ Be Cyber Aware During the Christmas Shopping Period.

Check out these tips from @CyberResScot to stay safe this Christmas period
https://t.co/mMbcAPZVsr

[Cowal Youth Action @CowalForum]

Next meeting is this Thursday 1 December in Room E108 of @dunoongs. Come along and share your passion for change with like minded young people. Let make Dunoon a good place for young people to grow, learn and make a difference for others. #YouthVoice

[#IWill Scotland @IWillScotland]

✨ Day 2 of #IWillWeek2022

Today we focus on the wide array of youth social action being done to help shape their local place and hometown for the better.

#PowerOfYouth

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

✊ Young people must be empowered to make a positive difference on issues affecting their lives, communities & society. #IWillWeek2022

Politicians must sign The Power of Youth Charter to "better Scotland’s future as a whole.” - @agcolehamilton MSP 👇 👇

https://t.co/9bWnRE2aCV

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

📢 BIG NEWS 📢 @youngwomenscot #SYWS22 survey is now live!

💬 They want to hear about experiences of accessing healthcare from young women & young people - https://t.co/IQHv7lrSgy

🤩 Receive 150 @YoungScot’s reward points when you fill out the survey!
https://t.co/G6R6F1nUoF

[Young Scot @YoungScot]

📢 Do you know young people looking for an exciting opportunity to gain new experiences & skills?

Encourage them to apply for the #EYCA Youth Panel - a chance to get involved w/ international projects & help steer an international organisation!

More 👇
https://t.co/VS8JN7DRy1

[Cowal Youth Action @CowalForum]

@marionacldsc @cldstandards @CldmScotland @edscotcld @CldTalks @ColDevNet @scvotweet Make it statutory.

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

🗯️ 📢 Have your say in shaping the future vision for Scottish education!

We are running a national engagement session for youth workers to #TalkScottishEducation, as part of the national discussion.

⏰ 22 Nov 15:00-16:00
Book here:
https://t.co/ebSHdPxeMN

[Young Scot @YoungScot]

🆕 @EllieMSYP from the @OfficialSYP tells us about the #UNCRC and how this will impact young people in Scotland!

Follow us on our social channels for more content on the #UNCRC and learn alongside our volunteers about children's rights 🧐

[YouthLink Scotland @YouthLinkScot]

💪📣 Youth work belongs in Scotland’s education system – we need your help to make it a reality!

#TalkScottishEducation is a chance to elevate youth work’s position within education @COSLA_CYP @scotgov

⏰ 🚨 Fill out the form now & send it by Nov 18!
https://t.co/vyORhdq3cW