Friendship, fun and children’s voices are at the heart of a special #BeFriendly Friday celebration at Robin House during Scottish Children’s Health Week 2026. Children, young people and families will gather for a joyful 50th birthday party for Children’s Health Scotland hosted by Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS), creating opportunities to make new friends, spend […]
MY HEALTH MY RIGHTS
Not Just Friends. Not Just Volunteers. Health Rights Defenders.
“Before I joined Health Rights Defenders, I didn’t know other young people felt the same way I did about hospitals, appointments and having a health condition. Now I know I’m not alone, and together we’re helping other children understand their rights too.” — Health Rights Defender. For children and young people living with health conditions, […]
Healthcare Rights Award 2026 | Lizzie MacLeish and the Borders Nicotine Prevention Toolkit Team
This year’s Healthcare Rights Award has been presented to the Borders Nicotine Prevention Toolkit Team, made up of Lizzie MacLeish, Sophie Gillians and Shona Easingwood, in recognition of their outstanding work transforming how nicotine prevention is understood, embedded and taught across the Scottish Borders. The team was nominated for its dedication to improving health outcomes […]
A Place to Belong: Creating Happiness Through Self-Management Skills
Happiness doesn’t always come from the biggest moments. It comes from the moments that matter. Sometimes it’s finding the confidence to join a conversation. Sometimes it’s meeting someone who understands what living with a health condition is like. Sometimes it’s discovering a new strength, trying something you never thought you could do, or simply having […]
Health and Wellbeing Award 2026 | Tanya Richards Helping Children Find Hope, Healing and Strength
Tanya Richards is the deserving recipient of this year’s Health and Wellbeing Award, recognised for the exceptional commitment, compassion and dedication she brings to her role as Team Leader within the Children and Families Service at Wellbeing Scotland. Her work has made a significant difference to the lives of vulnerable children, young people and families, […]
Children’s Can’t Be Calm If They Don’t Know Their Rights | NHS GREATER GLASOGW AND CLYDE ARE LEADING THE WAY
“I didn’t know I had health rights before. Now I do — and I want to help other children know too.” – Health Rights Defender, age 12. As we prepare to celebrate 50 years of Children’s Health Scotland on 2 October, we are reflecting on what children and young people have told us matters most […]
Improving Life Experiences Award 2026 | Stanmore House School Team Transforming Lives Through Care, Learning and Opportunity
The Stanmore House School Multidisciplinary Team are the worthy winners of this year’s Improving Life Experiences Award at the Scottish Children’s Health Awards 2026. For the dedicated team at Stanmore House School, improving the lives of children and young people with disabilities and complex needs is not simply a job. It is a commitment that […]
#BeCalm Wednesday: Bear’s Big Adventure Days – Creating Calm Through Connection, Play and Discovery
As part of Scottish Children’s Health Week 2026, we’re celebrating #BeCalm Wednesday by reflecting on the wonderful experiences shared during this year’s Bear’s Big Adventure Days. This year, families joined us for three unforgettable adventures at M&D’s Theme Park, Edinburgh Zoo, and Stirling Castle with one more adventure to go at the Glasgow Science Centre. […]
HEALTH-RELATED PLAY AWARD 2026 | Chelsea Stuart Bringing Joy, Comfort and Confidence to Children in Hospital
Chelsea Stuart is this year’s winner of the Health-Related Play Award, recognised for the extraordinary difference she makes to children, young people and families during their time in hospital. Working as a Health Play Assistant on a children’s ward, Chelsea has earned admiration from colleagues and families alike for her creativity, compassion and ability to […]
More Than 1,100 Voices. One National Conversation. Scotland Has Spoken. Are We Ready to Listen?
What does it really mean for children and young people to experience their health rights in Scotland today? Over the past year, Children’s Health Scotland has been listening. Through our My Health, My Rights Survey, more than 1,100 voices have come together to create one of the most significant conversations about children’s health rights in […]
