Pride in Practice Scotland

11/06/2026

The Pride in Practice committee would like to thank each and every one of our supporters over the past 2 days.

We left today full of pride and proud to be social workers.

Will you be coming back for 2027??

11/06/2026

Our final presentation of 2026. Midlothian Council sharing with us how they are Re-thinking Neglect

11/06/2026

Our keynote speaker for day two is Dr Kirsten Russell, Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Strathclyde, who spoke about What Works to Prevent Youth Violence

11/06/2026

Dr Kirsten Russel shared with us the Learning resource: Violence Prevention Toolkit
What works to prevent youth violence: a summary of the evidence. A practical resource for practitioners who work with young people who may be at risk of becoming involved in violence or who are already engaging in violent lifestyles.

Research is key to a public health approach to violence prevention. This includes correctly identifying the issues, through to establishing effective interventions and evaluating what does and does not work to make Scotland safer.

11/06/2026

Fife Council’s Youth Intervention Service reminding us all about the importance of relationship based social work, Young People In Conflict With The Law: A New Approach

11/06/2026

An inspirational presentation from Falkirk Council, Co-Building Hope & Harmony: Multi Agency Collaboration. “Hope is a deliberate act”

11/06/2026

Chief Executive of The Promise, Fraser McKinlay wants you to tell him what one thing would make your job easier - [email protected]

11/06/2026

Wow Jamie' Story was heartbreaking, funny and inspirational. An emotional story about his journey, growth and understanding of the impact of childhood trauma.

11/06/2026

When relationships become the intervention was a powerful presentation shared by Dundee City Council. Connection over correction, safety not control !!

11/06/2026

North Lanarkshire Council remind us of the importance of considering how we can maintain and create natural connections to combat loneliness for care experienced young people.