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From Kyiv to the Kelpies: Dad conquers fear of heights to protect Scotland’s children
Children First trustee Lloyd Gwishiri is hoping to conquer his fear of heights by taking on the Kelpies Challege. A...

Midlothian mums take on the Kelpies Challenge
Margaretrose Graham Children First peer support worker, Laura Stacey, Donna Scott, Andrea Kerr, Rachel Watson, Georgina Hume, Lyndsay Gray, and...

Online harm advice goes global
New animations for social workers, teachers and police created by young people and Children First shared with international audiences in...

Helping Emily and Sophie to recover from a tragic loss
Young sisters Emily and Sophie* were absolutely devastated when they lost their dad in 2021 in a tragic accident. At...

Children First urges parents across Scotland to reach out for help this mental health awareness week
As mental health awareness week (12-18 May 2025) begins Scotland’s children’s charity is urging parents and carers across the country...