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I am a young person

Are you aged 12–15 and living in Scotland?

My Rights, My Say is here to help you have a say in decisions about your education.

It’s free, confidential, and easy to use.

Did you know that you have the right to be involved in planning your support at school?

My Rights, My Say is here to help you do that – in whatever way is most comfortable for you.

Here, Marie explains more about what you can expect:

Marie:

Did you know that you have a right to feel happy and supported in school? A lot of children and young people in Scotland tell us that they often feel it’s their fault if things are not going well, and that’s not okay. My Rights, My Say can work with children and young people aged 12 to 15, and we’re here to make sure your school environment works for you. Whether you’re struggling because of stuff going on at home or because you don’t feel you’re getting the support you need, we can help you. My Rights, My Say can make sure your school listens to what you have to say and what you feel can help. Our advocacy workers will stand by you and never side with anyone else, and if you have a big meeting coming up, then we can help you write a report with all the things that are important to you so your school can see things from your perspective. If you’re struggling, then it’s not your fault. Give us a shout and let’s have a chat and see how we can help.

How can My Rights, My Say help?

A My Rights, My Say worker can get in contact with you in whichever way you would prefer. They can help you to:

  • Be involved in a way that feels comfortable and safe
  • Think about your experiences and the support you need with your learning
  • Share what you think and be involved in decisions about your education
  • Take part in meetings at school
  • Ask for an assessment if you think you might have a specific additional support need (ASN).

Not sure where to start?

That’s ok! Get in touch with us below and we can help you figure out what you need and how to ask for it.

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Find out more

Find out more about additional support for learning (ASL) and how My Rights, My Say works:

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Advice and Information

Find out about our advice and information and how it can help children aged 12–15 and their families to make sure their rights are being met.

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Children’s Views

Find out about the My Rights, My Say Children’s Views service and how it can help children aged 12–15 to have their say.

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Independent Advocacy

Find out about My Rights, My Say’s Independent Advocacy service and how it can support children aged 12–15 to have their say.

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Legal Support

Find out about My Rights, My Say Legal Support and how it can help children aged 12–15 to make sure their rights are being met.

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Children’s Rights

In Scotland, children aged 12–15 have a number of rights. My Rights, My Say is a service designed to support them in using them.

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The Additional Support Needs Tribunal

Find out about the Additional Support Needs Tribunal Scotland, what disagreements it looks at and how My Rights, My Say can help you.

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Asking for an assessment

Find out about an assessment of need, what it is and how My Rights, My Say can help with asking for an assessment.

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Co-ordinated Support Plans

Find what a co-ordinated support plan is, how they can help and what how My Rights, My Say can support with them.

Resource / Guide

Co-ordinated Support Plans Guide

A child-friendly guide to help children understand co-ordinated support plans.

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