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LAYC champions and strengthens youth and children's work in the Lothians by offering advice, support and training to member groups working with youth and children.

Thanks to everyone who attended Emergency First Aid at Work with Paediatric training yesterday at LAYC, facilitated by -...
03/09/2026

Thanks to everyone who attended Emergency First Aid at Work with Paediatric training yesterday at LAYC, facilitated by -training ltd . We hope you enjoyed the session!



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02/09/2026

The Knife Angel has arrived in Edinburgh and will be on display at Kirkgate, at the bottom of Leith Walk, until Sunday 27 September.

Created by artist Alfie Bradley and the British Ironworks Centre, the Knife Angel is made from around 100,000 knives and blades surrendered through police forces across the country.

The sculpture stands as a powerful reminder of the impact violence can have on individuals, families and communities, while acting as a catalyst for social change.

To mark the official launch, an opening ceremony took place today, with the Council Leader Jane Meagher, Lord Provost Robert Aldridge, and community representatives in attendance.

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CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS FRIDAY 4th SEPTEMBER!📢⭐PDA in Youth Work (SCQF Level 6) at LAYC⭐The Professional Developme...
31/08/2026

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS FRIDAY 4th SEPTEMBER!📢

⭐PDA in Youth Work (SCQF Level 6) at LAYC⭐

The Professional Development Award in Youth Work has been designed for those working with young people in a Community Learning and Development context.

It is suitable for people who have experience of youth work in a paid or volunteering capacity but who might not have formal qualification

Note your interest: https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/

Access the full PDA flyer and application form within the training tab on the LAYC website:
https://layc.org.uk/training/

Completed applications must be emailed to [email protected]

Edinburgh is proud to host the Knife Angel as part of its national tour to raise awareness of violence and knife crime. ...
31/08/2026

Edinburgh is proud to host the Knife Angel as part of its national tour to raise awareness of violence and knife crime. It has travelled to over 50 cities and towns across the United Kingdom and will be at the Kirkgate at the bottom of Leith Walk until 27 September 2026.

Crafted from over 100,000 confiscated and surrendered blades, this 27-foot national monument stands as a powerful symbol of hope, social change, and remembrance for lives lost to violent crime.

BOOK NOW!✨https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/Who is it for?Youth workers, teachers, school nurses, and anyone worki...
28/08/2026

BOOK NOW!✨

https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/

Who is it for?
Youth workers, teachers, school nurses, and anyone working with young people with additional needs who want to better support their sexual wellbeing.

What you’ll gain:
✅ Confidence in supporting young people with additional needs sexual wellbeing
✅ A framework to help you and your workplace decide what education and support to provide, and when to provide it
✅ Up-to-date knowledge on key topics like sexual expression, online safety, relationships, LGBT+ inclusion, and consent

AVAILABLE TO BOOK NOW!😄https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/This introductory workshop is designed to increase your u...
27/08/2026

AVAILABLE TO BOOK NOW!😄

https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/

This introductory workshop is designed to increase your understanding and raise awareness of how to manage behaviour that is challenging in a youth work setting. This interactive session will cover:

• Framing the behaviour that presents as challenging,
• Understanding what drives behaviour
• Exploring strategies for working with behaviour that presents as challenging.
• Positive strategies to support behaviour – what to say, what to do and how to be

BOOK NOW!🙌https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/Two-day training course – both days must be attended.Have you ever wit...
26/08/2026

BOOK NOW!🙌

https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/

Two-day training course – both days must be attended.

Have you ever witnessed play that feels full of emotion — perhaps role-play with other children or imaginative play with toys — sometimes leading to upset or anger, and at other times helping a child become calmer?

This practical training will help you understand what is happening within children’s play and develop confidence in responding appropriately. You’ll explore play as a way for children to think, communicate, explore and make sense of their experiences.

You will:

Build your understanding of the emotional content of play
Explore how children use play to process and understand experiences
Develop therapeutic skills to support children through play
Learn different ways to respond to and support children’s emotional expression

Book now!🌼https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/In Scotland we get all of the elements, so how can we use these within...
25/08/2026

Book now!🌼

https://www.laycbookings.org.uk/booking/

In Scotland we get all of the elements, so how can we use these within play to benefit children? This training will look at the benefits of playing in the rain, wind, snow and sun whilst doing some practical, hands on activities that embrace these elements.

​Prepare to get messy as we explore lots of play ideas that use the elements!

🌈 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: LGBT Youth Scotland 🏳️‍🌈For Edinburgh Pride 2026, LGBT Youth Scotland hosted a fantastic Pride Youth...
24/08/2026

🌈 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: LGBT Youth Scotland 🏳️‍🌈

For Edinburgh Pride 2026, LGBT Youth Scotland hosted a fantastic Pride Youth Hub at the Edinburgh Futures Institute, supported by the University of Edinburgh.

With over 1,400 visitors throughout the day and 20 interactive stalls and activities, the hub created a welcoming space for young people, families, allies and friends to come together, celebrate and connect. 💜

And the feedback says it all!

Swipe through to find out more about the brilliant work of Member Group, LGBT Youth Scotland!

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Dunford House, 7 Boroughloch Lane
Edinburgh
EH89NL

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

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