Smoking, Vaping and Shisha: What’s Really Going on Behind the Smoke?
Smoking, vaping, and hanging out at shisha bars (hookah lounges) are becoming more common among young people. But while they…
How Smoking Can Affect Your Mental Health
We look at the impact of smoking on your mental health and other ways to deal with stress that can…
Pouch Potato: Sitting on the Risks of Nicotine Pouches
Let’s break down what nicotine pouches really are and why they might be more dangerous than they seem.
What Can You Do at What Age?
Up-to-date information around what you can legally do in Scotland, at what age.
Protected: Bonfire Night & Fireworks: Staying Safe and Looking Out for Your Mates
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Forces Children’s Education
Here you’ll find resources for families, teachers and schools so everyone understands how to help Forces young people settle in,…
Protected: Facing abuse in retail environments
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Protected: What to do if you’re a bystander to retail crime
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Protected: Encountering shoplifting in stores
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Young Scot National Entitlement Card: Frequently Asked Questions
Find out the answers to frequently asked questions about the Young Scot National Entitlement Card.
Forces Corner – A Space For Young People in Forces & Veteran Families
Moving to or around Scotland? If you’re part of a Forces or Veteran Family this spot is for you!
Get Support From Retail Trust
Check out the wellness hub for more videos, information and support for working in retail.
AyeFeel | Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing
Find information to help you look after you mental health & wellbeing, listen to stories from other young people across…
Young Scot Safety
Here you’ll find out how to report crimes and how to get the best support you deserve if you are…
Money and Finance
On our money and finance page we have lots of information from ‘How to manage your money in the Cost…
Forces Corner – A Space For Young People in Forces & Veteran Families
Moving to or around Scotland? If you’re part of a Forces or Veteran Family this spot is for you!
Know The Odds
You’ll find information, support and resources for anyone dealing with gambling addiction.
InfoWise: Media Literacy
Whether you want to learn about information literacy, understand AI, or spot fake news, our InfoWise resources have plenty of…
This is How AyeFeel Podcast
This is How AyeFeel is our new Young Scot podcast. Our host Katy J chats with guests about life in…
Fae The Source: Redefining Masculinity
Our video series discussing young men’s positive mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Activate Your Rights
Activate Your Rights is information created for young people, by young people in partnership with Children in Scotland, Scottish Government…
Meet the Creator Collective
Find out more about our Creator Collective and how to get involved.
Young Carers
Find out how to apply for the Young Carers Package, Carer’s Allowance and the Young Carers Grant. Hear stories from…
Give It a Go
What will you try out this year to boost your mental health and wellbeing? It could be anything from a…
OPPORTUNITY: Join the Scottish Languages Panel!
We’re looking for a group of 20 young people aged 11 to 25 to help represent Scots and Gaelic to…
SURVEY: How does gambling impact you and those around you?
Scotland is about to undergo big change in this sector and we’d like to hear from anyone aged 11-25.
Linking Your Young Scot National Entitlement Card
This article has tips to troubleshoot adding your Young Scot NEC card to your Membership account.
A Step by Step Guide on Signing Up for Young Scot Membership
Want a Young Scot Membership? Here’s how to sign up for an account!
Share Your Experience With Industrial Injury Disability Payment or Employment Injury Assistance
10% off Outdoor Equipment at GO Outdoors
Save money on camping gear, walking equipment and more with 10% off at Go Outdoors
Mental Pressures of the Student Experience as a Person of Colour (POC)
Jay shares research on the challenges of studying at university in Scotland as a person of colour.
"Endometriosis is more than painful periods!" by Katy Johnston
March is Endometriosis Month. Katy Johnston, presenter on Capital Scotland shares her experience of living with Endometriosis.
Young Scotcast Episode 5 - 'Online Bullying' with Katie Ferguson and Len Pennie
For Episode 5 of Young Scotcast, Capital’s Katy J is joined by Katie Ferguson, Director from Respect Me – Scotland’s anti-bullying…
Young Scotcast Episode 4 - 'Let's Talk About Informed Consent' with Marianne, Rabia & Megan
For episode 4, Katy J chats about consent and healthy relationships with guests Marianne from the Enough! project at Glasgow…
Young Scotcast: Episode 3 - 'Make Your Mental Health a Priority' with Fergus Crawley
For Episode 3 of Young Scotcast, Capital’s Katy J is joined by Fergus Crawley, a positive mental health advocate, who…
Young Scotcast: Episode 2 - 'COVID Concerns' with Professor Jason Leitch
For Episode 2 of Young Scotcast, Capital’s Katy J is joined by National Clinical Director for Scottish Government, Professor Jason…
Young Scotcast: Episode 1 - 'This is Me' with Lawrence Chaney
Bing Bang Bong! Katy J is joined by LGBTQ+ advocate, Scottish Drag Royalty and Drag Race UK Winner, Lawrence Chaney,…