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Children 1st comment on estimate that 300 million children across the world face online sexual exploitation
Commenting on new research which estimates that over 300 million children across the world face online sexual exploitation Mary Glasgow,...
Children 1st statement on appointment of John Swinney as First Minister
Children 1st statement on appointment of John Swinney as First Minister
Bairns Hoose Parliamentary Event
On Tuesday 21st November we shared our work with partners to open Scotland’s first Bairns Hoose at the Scottish Parliament.
Children 1st statement on HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland domestic abuse report
Children 1st has welcomed the publication of report from HM Inspectorate of Prosecution in Scotland on how domestic abuse cases...
Victim, Witnesses and Justice Reform Bill Comment on Stage 1 Debate
Victim, Witnesses and Justice Reform Bill Comment on Stage 1 Debate
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David Black reflects on the contributions of young people at our recent learning event for sports governing bodies,
A Conversation about Children's Human Rights in Sport. Seven young people from two Governing Bodies (Scottish Disability Sport- SDS and Scottish Rugby - SR) supported the event by helping in its development and preparation and, on the day, welcoming delegates, supporting staff throughout and contributing as keynote speakers.
Putting Children first across Scotland
Maggie Craig, Children 1st Chair reflects on how we supported 20,200 children, young people and family members to stay safe, loved, well and together in 2022/23.
Children First declare childhood emergency
Children First has declared a “childhood emergency” in Scotland, with new research revealing most adults believe growing up in the...
Tessa's story
Tessa* explains how during a really difficult time at home Children First supported her to manage her anxiety and abusive...
Experts back drive to better protect child victims
An innovative approach to supporting children and families affected by violence and abuse has been welcomed by an independent report....
Children First statement on the UK budget
Mary Glasgow, chief executive of Children First, said: “Children First recently declared a childhood emergency, after 2/3 of adults in...
Maggie Craig steps down as Chair
Due to personal circumstances, Maggie Craig has stepped down as chair of the Children First Board of Trustees. Maggie joined...
Cleo's Story
Earlier this week the University of Edinburgh released their evaluation report on the Children First North Strathclyde Bairns Hoose. In...
Top energy advice tips
Worried about your family’s energy bills this autumn? Children First is here to help, as Sinead Haddow, Service Manager, Financial...
Eyemouth Primary School UNCRC boards
Pupils from Eyemouth Primary School are showing off their new playground boards, designed by charity Children First, which, as well...