Youth Manifesto for Scotland's Seas - Dundee workshop

Have your say on the future of Scotland’s seas!

The 2026 Scottish Parliamentary elections are approaching, and political parties are busy shaping their manifestos. This is your chance to make sure young voices are heard when it comes to protecting and restoring Scotland’s marine environment.

Our Youth Manifesto will outline the actions and policies needed to safeguard our seas, and we want your ideas, experiences, and solutions to shape it!

What to expect?

Guided by the YSCS team over the course of the three-hour session, you will have chance to discuss the marine issues that matter most to you. With group discussion and individual reflection you will be supported to share your views and vision for Scotlands marine future.

2PM - Arrival, registration and teas/coffees/hot choc

2:10 PM - Introduction to YSCS, the manifesto and what to expect from the session.

2:15 - 3:15PM - Discussions and activites around the marine issues you would like to see addressed in the manifesto.

3:15 - 3:30PM - Break

3:30 - 4:30 PM- Continued discussion and activities.

4:30 - 5PM - Reflections and wrap up

Who should attend?

If you're aged 16-25 and call Scotland home. No prior experience or knowledge is needed - just a passion for protecting our seas!

YSCS staff are all vetted for working with children & young adults and will follow appropriate safeguarding procedures where necessary.

Travel costs

We are able to provide financial support for anyone where travel costs would be a barrier to participation. Please indicate in advance whether you need to access this support at check out. These costs will be reimbursed to you after the event by providing valid receipts of your expenses. If you aren’t sure whether this applies to you or have any questions about the process, please get in touch at contact@youthforseas.org.

Getting there

The Social Hub is in the centre of Glasgow. We’d encourage everyone that is able to choose sustainable travel options where possible.

Accessibility

The venue is fully accesible and a quiet room is avaible. If you feel the quiet room would be benefical to you please let us know. If you have any other accessibilty requirements or accomdations that would help you particpate in this event please let us know before the event.

T&Cs

We are thrilled to be able to offer this event free of charge. However, if you can no longer attend as your plans have changed, please tell us at least 2 weeks before the event, so we can fill your place. If you aren’t able to attend the event last minute due to illness or other emergency, please get in touch via contact@youthforseas.org as soon as possible.

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