Children and young people

Local Resources for Parents & Carers

12 April 2021 By Esther Currie

City of Edinburgh Council has released Spring editions of the free and low-cost activities and support available to families and carers in each locality across the City.

North East Locality Info Sheet

North West Locality Info Sheet

South East Locality Info Sheet

South West Locality Info Sheet

Junior Award Scheme for Schools (JASS)

6 April 2021 By EVOC Communications Team

JASS is an accredited award scheme for young people aged 5-14.

A fully inclusive award JASS increases independence, confidence and a sense of health and well being in young people. Mentors report “getting to know young people better. Allowing conversations to be had”.

Throughout the pandemic JASS has provided a structure for blended learning. JASS will be a crucial tool as part of the recovery phase of the worldwide pandemic.

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ELTF: Winter Funding

24 March 2021 By Esther Currie

The Edinburgh and Lothian Trust Fund (ELTF) is delighted to announce that Scottish Government Winter Fund funding is available to relieve the impact of Covid-19 on families within the City of Edinburgh (in partnership with The City of Edinburgh Council). Please note the funding is for families in exceptional need and when any other possible […]

All of Us Conference: One Year On

23 March 2021 By Esther Currie

Members of the All of Us steering group are hosting the closing conference of the All of Us campaign. One Year On – Learning Lessons and Looking to the Future: Tue 13 Apr, 2pm to 5pm (Microsoft Teams) The past year has been difficult for everyone and this conference will look at the impact of […]