USS is a deeply youth-led charity in the heart of Wester Ross MPA. Established in 2018 by young people seeking to protect and promote their incredible local seas, we believe in the phenomenal power of young people to create positive change.

Our organisation supports children, young people and families across Golspie and the surrounding rural villages, where isolation, low income and limited access to services affect wellbeing and opportunities. We provide safe, inclusive spaces where young people can build confidence, develop skills and feel connected to their community.

Youth Highland celebrates our 41st birthday this year, and currently supports 60 member clubs from across the Highland region and since 2016 set up and facilitates the Highland Voluntary Youth Network currently made up of 250+ organisations and individuals delivering and supporting work with young people.

Fèis Thròndairnis was established in 1993 and aims to ensure that our local culture is passed on to the next generation. We work in the community by running a week-long summer school in Gaelic arts, sport and dancing for young people ages 8-18 as well as ongoing fundraising activities throughout the year in the form of concerts and Cèilidhs.

Caithness KLICS was established in 2013 due to the demand for support for Young Carers in Caithness. A young carer is a young person who cares, unpaid, for a person who has any type of physical or mental illness, physical and/or mental disability or misuses substances such as alcohol or drugs. Caithness KLICS support Young Carers from age 5-18 years old.

The Place is a third sector charity operating without statutory funding, relying on grants and fundraising to deliver vital services. Across our two venues -Drop In and The Field- we provide a safe, welcoming environment for young people five days six nights per week. We support those disengaged from education or mainstream services, many of whom experience instability, poverty and risks such as substance misuse and exploitation.

Tides is a free monthly parcel initiative delivering handcrafted coastal letters, original Highland photography, and a pre-stamped reply postcard to isolated young people in care settings across the Highlands.

Wester Loch Ewe Trust, established in 2015, led the community asset transfer of the former Old School and is developing it as a sustainable community hub in a remote Highland area. Our aim is to reduce isolation, improve wellbeing, and strengthen community resilience by providing inclusive activities, services, and opportunities shaped through ongoing local consultation.

Youth Highland celebrates our 41st birthday this year, and currently supports 60 member clubs from across Highland and since 2016 set up and facilitates the Highland Voluntary Youth Network made up of 250+ organisations and individuals delivering and supporting work with young people. Youth Highland pride effectively support communities, with a specific focus on young people to be empowered to make positive decisions that enable them to be visible and active members of their communities.

Fèis Lochabair is a volunteer-run, tuition based festival which is based in Fort William. The Fèis is dedicated to promoting Gaelic culture, music, and arts to children and young people aged between 0 and 25.