Work with us
Working together towards a shared vision for Scotland’s children and young people with passionate changemakers.
Why work with us?
We work with organisations, funders and systemsThe structures, rules and ways things are usually done – like in schools, health services, or communities. leaders to develop programmes because no single organisation can tackle all the challenges children and young people in Scotland face alone. By working together, we can make a bigger impact, reach more people and create long-term change.
- Proven impact across Scotland - From local pilots to national programmes, we’ve helped hundreds of adults and organisations build confidence, shift culture, and create lasting change.
- Trusted at every level - We work across the system: from frontline staff to senior leaders, from classrooms to care, and from community groups to government.
- Driven by values, backed by evidence - We combine rigorous insight with real-world understanding - and everything we do is rooted in our mission to improve outcomes for young people.
“The Winning Scotland team are very approachable, supportive and are in constant communication with partners. It is reassuring to know they are on hand if needed and have the overview of the national pilot.
They are also innovative and are constantly looking for ways to add value and future-proof the pilot whilst recognising the opportunity we all have, to improve outcomes for young people in Scotland.”
Christine Anderson, West Dunbartonshire Council, on Planet Youth in Scotland
Let’s get started
If you're facing a challenge in your community, school, sector or system, we can work with you to design practical, evidence-informed solutions. Here's how:
Design or commission a programme
Problem: Your team supports children and young people, but they need more confidence, skills or tools to do it effectively - or you want to shift the culture in your organisation, not just train individuals.
How we help:
- We co-design practical programmes that fit your setting, sector and needs, with benefits including increased wellbeing, collaboration and achievement
- You can commission our existing offers or work with us to develop something new
- Delivery can include online or in-person sessions, reflective practice, CPD and follow-up support
This is for you if… you want to build the capability of the adults around young people and see sustainable culture change.
Commission research & insight
Problem: You want to understand what’s working, what isn’t, or what’s possible - but you need trusted insight that brings together research, lived experience and multiple perspectives.
How we help:
- We carry out bespoke research, evaluations or insight-gathering aligned with our mission
- We convene practitioners, young people and system leaders to explore complex issues
- We translate findings into actionable learning to support decision-making
This is for you if… you need learning that drives change, not just a report.
Collaborate on systems change
Problem: The challenges young people face are complex and systemic – your organisation can’t shift them alone, and you need collaborative, consistent support in aligning people, policy and practice.
How we help:
- We support long-term, upstream change by working with local and national systems
- We help you test new ideas, align stakeholders, and embed preventative approaches
- We bring learning from across Scotland and beyond to support your context
This is for you if… you're trying to improve outcomes at scale and want a trusted thought partner.