Action on Sectarianism

15/10/2026

📖 Growing Up Connected magazine is out!

With in full swing, take a moment to read about how hate can reach young people through their online feeds, and why youth work is well placed to support young people with this challenge.

Full article at pg.26 👉 https://bit.ly/4dxbU06
Action on Prejudice

15/10/2026

Pupils from two schools in Coatbridge have become the latest to take part in our STEM Together programme. Nil by Mouth united pupils from Shawhead and St Bernard’s Primary Schools providing schools with free access to a range of specialist tools, equipment and STEM activities when they come togeth...

14/10/2026

❓ Did you know?

According to the COPFS Hate Crime in Scotland 2024-25 report:
⚪ only 6% of accused persons were under 18
🔵 a further 6% were 18-20
🔴 35% were 31-40
⚫ 19% were 41-50

This suggests that young people were less likely to commit a hate crime - however, it might still be scary or intimidating to intervene when they witness a hate crime committed by others.

✅ That's why we have tips on staying safe while being an active bystander - check out the STEPS you can take in the Speak Up resource this 👉 https://bit.ly/3L9xRqm

12/10/2026

If you work with young people, check out the new Hate Crime and Prejudice-Based Behaviours resource this !

ℹ Raise awareness of prejudice-based behaviours and hate crime in education settings.
🔎 Increase confidence in identifying early signs of prejudice-based behaviours and hate crime.
✅ Develop an understanding of what to do when prejudice-based behaviours and hate crime occur, including how to report them and support those affected.

More info: https://bit.ly/4hXjqTo

10/10/2026

📢 It's

ℹ Did you know that most hate crimes and incidents take place in public spaces, with bystanders being present in up to 86% of cases?

We need to take responsibility and shift the dynamic of hate incidents by learning how to be ⭐active bystanders⭐ while staying safe.

🗣 The Speak Up! resource is intended to help young people aged 11-16 intervene in situations where someone is the target of hate behaviour - check out the STEPS to being an active bystander here, and find the full resource on the Action on Prejudice website 💻 https://bit.ly/4pPqKmR

A young person's guide on how to Speak Up be an Active Bystander, intervening in a hate crime or other hateful situation safely.

07/10/2026

Today is the anniversary of Mark Scott’s death.

Today we remember and celebrate the life of someone who was funny, kind, positive, brave and always saw the best in people. A son, brother, grandson and friend.

Today Nil by Mouth will be out working across Scotland helping people build bridges higher than walls.

In memory of a young man who always did.

‘My Love Shines On’

02/10/2026

It's 2026!

ℹ October marks a national moment of reflection, recognition and celebration - and this year's theme, "Honouring Our Communities", invites us to recognise the individuals whose everyday contributions shape, support and sustain Black life across Scotland and the United Kingdom.

Action on Prejudice will be sharing information about events happening in Scottish communities this month, from United Voices members and beyond - follow them and stay tuned 👀

23/09/2026

Have you visited the Action on Sectarianism website? 💻

ℹ Created for adults and young people alike, our website provides information that inspires action in local communities across Scotland by sharing stories of those affected by sectarianism, and showcasing the work and resources that are able to address it.

Interested? Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/3SDOf6r

18/09/2026

It's Youth Mental Health Day 🧠

During YouthLink Scotland's Hate Crime Strategy Lived Experience Consultation in 2022, young people identified poor mental health as an effect on both the person causing harm, and the person experiencing harm, during a hate crime.

This , take a moment to think about how to into someone that prioritises their mental health, and respects and cares for others. Let's build a world where hate crime is a thing of the past 🧡

Check out the full consultation: https://bit.ly/4h3TMvy
Visit stem4 for helpful resources.

16/09/2026

Help shape the future for LGBTQ+ people in Scotland!

LGBT Youth Scotland is undertaking research to find out what life in Scotland is like for LGBTQ+ young people. The evidence will help:
⚖️ Show decision-makers what LGBTQ+ young people in Scotland need right now.
🔍 Identify where support, services and policy change are most needed.
🪙 Strengthen funding applications for services that support LGBTQ+ young people.

More info: https://bit.ly/4h2eNaa