Parents/Carers

Over half a million young people take part in Scotland's 11,000 youth organisations and clubs. These organisations play a vital role in helping children and young people develop, learn and have fun. 80,000 volunteers and 2000 paid workers provide this essential service, representing a huge investment in our young people.

While youth organisations are constantly trying to strengthen their selection processes for recruiting leaders and improving their training provisions, parents should assure themselves about standards before allowing their young people to join club or group for organised activities.

                                                                 (extract from Scottish Executive's                                                                     Parent Checklist for Youth Activities)

If you would like to read the rest of this Parent Checklist for Youth Activities visit:

http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2002/10/15502/11395

Willing to help? 

Youth project rely on volunteers to help them to deliver fun, social activities for young people. Without this support, many youth projects would not survive and projects close down, meaning young people would have no where safe and secure to go and take part in activities, meet friends, learn new skills or develop a sense of citizeanship.

If you would like to volunteer with a local youth project please contact us for more information or visit our 'Find a Youth Project' page to look for projects in your area.