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YPI Monthly Drop-in Sessions
Whether you have a YPI burning issue or just fancy a chat, one of our experienced […]
YPI Programme Officer Spotlight: Laura
This February, as part of our YPI Programme Officer Spotlight campaign, we are excited to introduce […]
YPI Scotland welcomes The Ryvoan Trust as Principal Funder of YPI in the Highlands
YPI Scotland is pleased to welcome The Ryvoan Trust as a Principal Funder of YPI in […]
YPI Programme Officer Spotlight: Steve
This January, as part of our YPI Programme Officer Spotlight campaign, we are excited to introduce […]
YPI launch: SHARP conference revived thanks to young people at Perth Grammar School
Perth Grammar School hosted a remarkable YPI launch, demonstrating the power of community connections and student […]
YPI Programme Officer Spotlight: Steve
This January, as part of our YPI Programme Officer Spotlight campaign, we are excited to introduce […]
YPI launch: SHARP conference revived thanks to young people at Perth Grammar School
Perth Grammar School hosted a remarkable YPI launch, demonstrating the power of community connections and student […]
YPI Programme Officer Spotlight: Mark
This month, as part of our YPI Programme Officer Spotlight campaign, we are excited to introduce […]
YPI marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Today, on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we celebrate the importance of promoting the […]
YPI Programme Officer Spotlight: Paul
We are pleased to introduce Paul, our newest YPI Programme Officer who has recently started working […]
The STV Children’s Appeal continues to support YPI Scotland
YPI is proud of its long-term partnership with the STV Children’s Appeal. The STV Children’s Appeal […]
#whyYPI – the skills agenda
YPI gives young people the platform to be advocates for their communities. The time and space […]
Lynsey Brosnan, YPI Development Lead, reflects on our Tayside professional learning event.
“This was our first in-person shared learning session for almost three years. There was a noticeable […]
Recognising personal learning and achievement through YPI, by Jim Duffy of the Awards Network
Recognising achievement is integral to Curriculum for Excellence and an entitlement for all young people. ‘Achievement […]
YPI End of Year Comment
“Young people have been empowered to lead change thanks to our schools and partnership, thank you,” […]
#WhyYPI – charity youth engagement
Iain Mulholland of Children’s Neighbourhoods shares his experience of engaging with students at Lanark Grammar School. […]
#WhyYPI – a perspective from our alumni
Julie and Murray from Kyle Academy secured £3000 for SeAScape through YPI in 2021. Their creative, […]
Charity fair preparation – Elgin Academy
Many schools host charity fairs in the early stages of the YPI experience to introduce young […]
Understanding social issues and my community
The beginning of the YPI process, which focusses on understanding social issues and the local community […]
YPI at Knox Academy
Knox Academy shared how it approaches the development and delivery of YPI with its pupils in […]
Portlethen students secure funds for Cyrenians
S2 students at Portlethen Academy secured £3000 for Aberdeen Cyrenians through the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative […]
Digital YPI Final Showcases
Schools have deployed digital innovation in delivering YPI over the past two years, developing exciting approaches […]
Monifieth’s approach to ASN YPI delivery
At Monifieth High School, a team of additional supports needs (ASN) students secured the school’s YPI […]
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YPI empowers young people to make a difference in their communities, while developing a host of essential skills.
📢Calling all Fife charitiesAny Fife charities interested in attending a charity fayre at Glenwood High School to engage with the YPI Scotland programme and the possibility of winning a grant for £3000.![]()
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Please get in touch with the school if interested. Glenwoodhs.enquiries@fife.gov.uk![]()
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Fife Voluntary Action
This weeks theme for Mental Health Awareness week is "Action"![]()
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YPI gives young people the opportunity to be put change into action by raising awareness of and funds for charities.![]()
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Many of these charities are focused on supporting good mental health such as Beautiful Inside & Out - SCIO ![]()
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This year the winning team from Grange Academy made a wonderful video to discuss mental health and the work this charity does.![]()
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#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
It's just under a month until the YPI National Event 2026! ![]()
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Expect a day of inspiration and innovation as young people from across Scotland take to the stage and advocate for the social issues that mean most to them. ![]()
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Keep an eye on our social media platforms for exciting announcements about performances and speakers on the da#GenerationChangeh#ypiscotlanttlant
Year 8 of YPI at Dumfries High School - Official and it just gets bigger and better.![]()
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Well done on the absolutely amazing fundraising efforts 👏
Some lovely coverage from the recent YPI Final at Firhill High School where the winners secured £3000 for Dads Rock![]()
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Edinburgh pupils win £3,000 for Dads Rock charity
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Edinburgh pupils win £3,000 for Dads Rock charity
We are very excited to introduce the hosts for the YPI National Event 2026!
We can't wait for Josh, Blake, and Sam from The James Young High School, to lead this year’s event. We look forward to the energy, enthusiasm, and excitement they’ll bring to the stage!
#GenerationChange #YPIScotland
Fantastic showcase of student talent last night at Mackie Academy! We were welcomed with the schools S1 band and also had a performance from the S3 dancers during the break.
Big congratulations to the winning team, Forget Me Not! The charity were absolutely delighted with all your hard work!
Nothing beats being piped into a YPI final like tonight at Carnoustie High School.
Great creativity from performers and supporting acts, including this lovely poster.
Well done to the winners 2nd Carnoustie Guides
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