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“Emotional” moment for Southside young people

Young people from across the Southside of Glasgow enjoyed a “surprisingly emotional” graduation thanks to Co-op and Barnardo's support.
News 29 July 2025
Barnardo's breaks ground on new starter homes for young people

Work has begun on a ground-breaking housing programme designed to support young people at risk of homelessness in Glasgow. Working with the local council and construction partner Enevate Homes, leading children’s charity Barnardo’s Scotland will build five ‘Gap Homes’, which are purpose-built houses for young people leaving the care system.
News 28 July 2025
New online protections come into force today - Barnardo's statement

New online protections come into force today as part of the Online Safety Act. The changes, set to be enforced by regulator Ofcom, will require online platforms to have age checks in place.
News 25 July 2025

How to bring healthier food into communities with food partnerships

Too many young people find it difficult to get the food they need in the places they live. Becca (24), Hamaam (19), Rachel (24), Kyson (22), and Ola (20) from our Co-op and Barnardo’s Youth Advisory Group explain how food partnerships can help make it easier for young people to get nutritious food in their communities.
Blog 7 July 2025
How we celebrated Refugee Week 2025

Refugee Week is an annual series of events taking place every June, celebrating the strength, resilience, and contributions of people seeking sanctuary in the UK. This year’s theme, 'Community as a Superpower’, highlighted the extraordinary power of everyday acts of kindness and connection in creating a more welcoming and inclusive society.
Blog 27 June 2025
What does integration mean for refugees? Khaled’s perspective

17-year-old Khaled, one of our SEEN Ambassadors, considers himself a strong ally for refugees and asylum seekers and believes others should become allies, too. Born and raised in the UK with Lebanese heritage, he explains how refugees can be better supported to find a sense of belonging in the UK.
Blog 20 June 2025