More than 1000 people celebrate youth philanthropy
Youth voice, advocacy, and philanthropy were celebrated with an afternoon of thought-provoking presentations, music, poetry, and […]
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Knightswood pupils secure vital YPI funds supported by SEP
Pupils from Knightswood Secondary School secured £3000 for a charity which supports training and employment for […]
Young people secure funds for music outreach project
A group of young people from James Gillespie’s High School secured £3000 for the Drake Music […]
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 […]
Pinewood pupils meet local charities
Sixty S2 to S6 6 pupils from Pinewood School had the chance to meet eight charities […]
A decade in partnership with the STV Children’s Appeal
The STV Children’s Appeal has committed to a 10th year of supporting YPI, bringing its total […]
Young people share impactful presentation addressing suicide
Public Health Scotland has revealed that suicide was the leading cause of death among children and […]
Young people secure £756,000 for Scotland’s charities
More than 35,000 young people have been empowered to be advocates for their communities, securing more […]
YPI end of year reflections
As the 2021/22 academic year draws to a close, our central YPI team reflects on the […]
Hundreds of young people celebrate their impact on their communities
The largest gathering of pupils from across Scotland has returned after a three-year hiatus, addressing issues […]
West Lothian students secure funds for local charities
Young people in West Lothian have been securing funds for local charities addressing issues such as […]
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YPI Scotland
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
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
Delightful #YPI final event at Brannock High: compered by pupils. S1 and S2, families & charities present to enjoy varied creativity (including makaton karaoke - Donald Where’s Yer Troosers!), brave personal shares, brilliant level of detail in every presentation. Huge well done to all involved 👏
Check out this amazing selection of yummy cakes at the bake sale at this mornings #YPI final @bannermanhigh.bsky.social. 7 brilliant teams battled for the £3000 grant. We particularly enjoyed the poster made by the winning team for Glasgow Women’s Aid - super informative!
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