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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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A view of an open space in Edinburgh

Vulnerability or threat? Community perception of children & young people in Edinburgh’s public spaces

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn line with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, a child is anyone under 18. This study further distinguishes between “children” (12 and under) and “young people” (13–18) to better capture the different social positions, challenges and public perceptions each group faces in public spaces. The research explored how adults in Edinburgh understand the presence and rights of children (12 and under) and young people (13–18) in public spaces such as streets, parks and shopping areas.

23rd January 2026

A child placing numbers and colour blocks into the correct order

Inclusive early childhood education in Scotland: a children’s rights-based study

Reading Time: 4 minutesScotland has a strong legal and policy commitment to inclusive early childhood education. In principle, all young children should be able to attend their local nursery and take part fully in learning, play and daily activities. This includes those with additional support needs (ASN). This commitment is rooted in Scotland’s Additional Support for Learning (ASL) legislation and strengthened by the 2024 incorporation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).

23rd January 2026

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