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Childhood and Youth Studies

Childhood and Youth Studies

Contributing to realising children and young people’s human rights through research, teaching, policy and practice in childhood and youth studies

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  2. Tag: belonging

Tag: belonging

A child walking through a park

Access to “third spaces” for children and youth: public spaces and community belonging in Scotland

Reading Time: 4 minutesThis project explored how young people in Scotland use and experience what we call “third spaces” — these are public, non-commercial places outside home and school, such as parks, libraries, and youth centres. These spaces often act as a bridge between private and formal life, giving teenagers a chance to relax, meet friends, and feel part of their communities.

22nd January 2026

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