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Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

Evidence library

Mapping the Young Person's Journey, 2021

Experiences, challenges, and opportunities faced by young Black and People of Colour in Scotland, focusing on racism, career barriers, mental health, gender inequalities, and the support provided by Intercultural Youth Scotland in navigating these obstacles.

The following issues were explored in the consultation and interviews:

  • The effect of race and ethnicity on education and employment
  • The effect of cultural background and religious identity on education and employment
  • The effect of gender on education and employment
  • The effect of low socio-economic status on education and employment.
  • Support and access needed by young Black and young People of Colour for employability, further/higher education and future career path
  • Potential barriers and challenges for young Black and young People of Colour in employability, further/higher education and future career path
  • What organisations and companies should offer young Black and young People of Colour so they can succeed
Last modified on 10 September 2026