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We're looking for those with care/lived experience to help develop a new trauma informed and relationship based practice Open University Course. Read more
We are heartened to read that Universal Basic Income pilot scheme for care leavers has been promoted by the Welsh government and that UBI as a means of eradicating poverty has been highlighted in the SNP's recent report, A Route Map to a Fair and Independent Scotland. Read more
Staf has committed to trauma-informed care and practice through the National Trauma Training Programme ‘Leadership Pledge of Support’. Read more
Our Youth Justice Voices project, a partnership between Staf and CYCJ, has received a commendation at the Howard League Community Awards. Read more
We are currently looking for care experienced people to help shape and inform the 'Learning Channel' which will host the legacy work of the Life Changes Trust Read more
Exciting opportunity for care and justice experienced young people to use Virtual Reality to share their story and challenge media perpetuated stigma and discrimination. Read more
The latest social work statistics for the year 21 -22 have been published and although progress is being made there is still a lot to do to ensure care leavers access the supports available to them. Read more
The Scottish Government have announced a new work plan to ensure there is a trauma responsive social work service Read more
Find out more about how we are working in partnership with the Open University to develop a new trauma-informed and relationship-based practice online course. Read more
Response to the Scottish Government's increase to the care experienced bursary Read more
A memoriam to Youth Just Us member Bella McOuat who died suddenly on the 1st January 2023 Read more
UCAS have launched their report on the experiences of care experienced students who have applied to college or university, including information on levels of support, aspirations and the application process. Read more
Our study of three local house projects, delivered by the National House Project highlights the positive outcomes that can be achieved when a holistic, relationship based approach is applied to housing policy. Read more
Staf and Children and Scotland's evaluation of the Home and Belonging projects reveals what needs to be done to ensure positive outcomes for care experienced young people. Read more
Keith Brown MSP visits Inside Out at HMPYOI Polmont Read more
Youth Justice Voices was commissioned to lead on participation and engagement of Clan Childlaw's study on Legal Support for children and young people in conflict with the law. The study and its findings make for important reading. Read more
Young people with care and justice experience in collaboration with Staf and our Partner's at Children and Young People's Centre for Justice (CYCJ) have produced a Whole Systems Approach guidance for children and young people in conflict with the law. Read more
The Scottish Government report on Educational Attainment for Looked After children reveals that, once again, despite some improvements, there's still a long way to go before their outcomes are indistinguishable from their peers. Read more
The Welsh Government have launched their basic income pilot for care leavers, something we are keen to introduced for care leavers in Scotland. Find out more here. Read more
We're thrilled that Aberlour CEO and our Chair, SallyAnn Kelly has received an OBE for Services to Families in Scotland. Read more
The Promise Oversight Board has produced its first report, detailing the progress made to date on implementing the recommendations of the Care Review. Here we draw out key findings in relation to care leavers and the workforce. Read more
We're delighted to announce that Inside Out has been nominated for Best Pioneering Project at this year's SCVO Charity Awards. Find out how you can support them to also be in the chance of winning the People's Choice Award. Read more
Inside Out, our steering group of care experienced young men at HMYOI Polmont have responded to the Scottish Government's consultation on Bail and Remand. Read more
Jo Derrick responds to the annual Children and Young People Social Work Statistics in Scotland which show encouraging signs but also that more work needs to be done. Read more
COSLA has published their report detailing how Local Authorities intend to Keep the Promise. Read more
In March 22 we set up shop at the Scottish Parliament to raise awareness about what we do and to ensure the voices of those we represent are listened to and acted upon. Read more
CELCIS have produced their latest research on Continuing Care in practice revealing that further work needs to be done to ensure this life changing policy is implemented consistently and effectively across Scotland. Read more