Outward Bound in Scotland

1 in 4 children in Scotland live in poverty.

We'll just give you a moment to take that in.

One. In. Four.

And it follows, that the less financial freedom you have, the more limited your access is to developmental opportunities.

Our aim at Outward Bound in Scotland isn't specifically to tackle child poverty. But what we can do is welcome these young people on to one of our life-changing residential programmes.

By giving them a learning adventure like no other, they'll build confidence, resilience and self-belief. And begin to realise they can defy their limitations and are capable of #morethanyouthink.

To achieve this, young people need your help.

What is needed?

Every year, over 5,000 young people want to come to Outward Bound Loch Eil.

They're from 150 schools and youth organisations from all over Scotland. And 90% of participants need some financial help to attend.

Our challenge is to fundraise £750,000 every year so that these disadvantaged young people can come to Outward Bound without facing any discrimination.

Will you support them?

Supporting Outward Bound in Scotland means you'll be equipping young people with skills for life. Learning that will last them far beyond their classroom walls.

If you'd like help young people in Scotland please get in touch.

Stephanie's story

Outward Bound reach young people from all backgrounds in Scotland, not just those in poverty. With the right opportunity, we believe all young people can be helped to defy their limitations. Because perceived or real our limitations hold us back, and can stop us from achieving our true potential.

Young people like Stephanie.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, young carer Stephanie took part in a transformational Outward Bound course. Watch this video and hear from her how it changed her as a person.

Our Scotland 2020 report

What do young people need in Scotland? Who are the young Scots who most need your help? This report asks those questions, and looks at the impact an Outward Bound programme can have.

Download your free copy

A 10-minute training tool

We want Scotland to be the best place in the world for a child to grow up. "Introducing Children’s Rights" is a 10-minute training tool from The Scottish Government, designed to give you an understanding of children’s rights, frameworks and legislation.

Take part now

Ways we support young people in Scotland

As well as working closely with schools and youth organisations, we reach young people in Scotland through these two unique projects:

Scotland's Next Generation

Young people aged 15-19 years old take part in a 19-day Skills for Life Summer Adventure in the wilderness of the Scottish Highlands. This life-changing residential course helps them to learn about themselves, about others and the world around them.

Take a look

The Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award

Participants take part in a six-month programme combining a five-day Outward Bound residential with urban-based community project work. The project is empowering young people to improve the lives of others in their local area and providing them with skills to make a positive transition from school.

Find out more

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