Impact Report 2023/2024

2023–2024 was a year marked by deep reflection and transformative learning for The Young Women’s Movement. We have been fortifying our internal structures, re-structuring our staff team; re-contemporising our brand; re-locating from our Glasgow Centre and re-focusing our strategic priorities. The work of the past year has been intentional to lay a resilient foundation for sustainable impact and future growth.

Stories of inspiring young women sought 

The Young Women’s Movement is seeking nominations for its ninth annual 30 Under 30 list which seeks to celebrate young women, girls and non-binary people in Scotland who are making change in their lives, communities or in society.

Young Women Remember

From toxic to positive: Can Scotland lead the way in reframing masculinity?

Positive masculinity benefits everyone, not just boys and young men. Talking about positive masculinity promotes healthier gender norms and create a more equitable and inclusive society.

30 Under 30

Young Women Move

Debate on urgent action to tackle climate change

We have engaged with young women and girls in Scotland in recent months to gather their views on tackling the climate crisis, which have informed this briefing.

Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill: Briefing

Our briefing for this debate is based on our consultation response to the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zone) (Scotland) Bill.

The Young Women’s Movement celebrates 100 years of feminist history 

The Young Women’s Movement, formerly known as YWCA Scotland, is celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Tartan isn’t old fashioned – neither is it just for men

In this article, originally written for The National to mark our 100th anniversary, tartan designer Emma Wilkinson discusses being a young woman in one of Scotland's most traditional industries, and the process of creating our 100th anniversary tartan.