Why join a group?
Our local groups are a great way to get involved, have fun and meet other Care Experienced people.
What types of groups are on offer?
We have several regular groups happening across the country, catering to a variety of ages and interests.
Some of our groups are just for fun and will run arts and crafts, hang outs, day trips, games and chillouts. Other groups, including Champions Boards, are focussed on changing care for the better and elevating the voices of Care Experienced people.
Our Groups
East Lothian
East Lothian Champions Board S1-S4
Age group: S1-S4
Where? The Gatehouse, Lewisvale Park, Newbigging Road, Musselburgh, EH21 7JY
(directly across from Musselburgh Grammar School and the Sport
Centre).
When? 4.30pm – 6pm, every 2nd Wednesday
The Champions Board is a safe, supportive, and fun space where Care Experienced young people can make new friends and share their views on the things that matter to them.
If you want your voice to be heard and if you want to be part of making positive changes in East Lothian, then we warmly invite you to join the Champions Board!
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Neil at: nfindlay@whocaresscotland.org
East Lothian Champions Board
Age group: 16+
Where? The Gatehouse, Lewisvale Park, Newbigging Road, Musselburgh, EH21 7JY
(directly across from Musselburgh Grammar School and the Sport
Centre).
Where? 4pm – 6.30pm, every 2nd Monday
The Champs engage directly with Corporate Parents such as the Council, Police, NHS, Housing and many others to influence positive change in matters affecting all Care Experienced people. It is fun space where you can meet lots of new people and make friends.
If you want your voice to be heard and if you want to be part of making positive changes in East Lothian, then we warmly invite you to join the Champions Board!
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Neil at: nfindlay@whocaresscotland.org
Glasgow
The Glasgow Drop-In
Age group: 16+
Where? National Office
When? 5.30pm – 8pm, every second Thursday
It will be a very relaxed evening with tea, snacks, games, movies, and plenty of good chats! It’s a great opportunity for you to make new friends. You don’t need to come for the whole time, just drop by for as long as you like.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with our Membership & Participation Team – membership@whocaresscotland.org
Midlothian
Midlothian Champs Group
Age group: S1 and above
When? Monthly meeting
One of Midlothian’s Champions Board groups, which hears directly from care‑experienced people and feeds this voice back to the Champions Board.
The purpose is to inform improvement, support learning, and strengthen decision‑making by sharing experiences, views, and outcomes.
This group is supported by 10 other champs boards covering all ages and stages within Midlothian, all feeding in to the Professional Champions Board.
Contact Anna Blythe on ablythe@whocaresscotland.org
West Dunbartonshire
West Dunbartonshire Champions Group
When? Every second Wednesday
Where? Clydebank
The Champions Board is a fun and safe space for Care Experienced young people to come together, create connections whilst also campaigning for changes and improvements to care in West Dunbartonshire.
Food is provided and the group takes part in various activities and games along with discussing their experiences and taking part in consultations. The group have visits from Corporate Parents and other services and are able to learn what roles and responsibilities they hold.
If you fancy coming along please contact Sara McNeely smcneely@whocaresscotland.org
Shetland
Shetland Group
Age: Primary school age young people
When? fortnightly on Thursdays
Where? Sandveien Neighbourhood Centre, Lerwick
The group is for Care Experienced young people from across Shetland. The group is for connection and fun, to make new friends and take part in games and a range of activities such as arts and crafts, ball games, table tennis and more!
Contact: Sara Fox at sfox@whocaresscotland.org if you fancy coming along!
North Lanarkshire
Crafty Foxes
Age group: 8-12
Where? Bellshill Office
When? 5pm – 6.30pm, once a fortnight
Crafty Foxes is an arts and crafts group for Care Experienced young people.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Laura – lcampbell@whocaresscotland.org
TNT (Today Not Tomorrow)
Age group: 14-26
Where? Bellshill Office
When? 6pm – 8pm, once a fortnight on a Monday
TNT is a group of Care Experienced young people. Their role is:
- To raise issues that affect the Care Experienced community
- To raise the profile of Care Experienced People in North Lanarkshire
- Work with partners on topical issues
- Create change in the care system
- To champion, challenge and change how North Lanarkshire cares for its Care Experienced Community
- Hold Champions Board Meetings every 3 months
- Create a network of peers to support activity
The group also meet 3 times per year with the Champions Board on Wednesdays 6pm – 7.30pm.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Laura – lcampbell@whocaresscotland.org
Facebook: TNT – Today Not Tomorrow
Twitter: @NLChampsTNT
Instagram: @TNT_Today_Not_Tomorrow
Renfrewshire
The Wee Diamonds
Age group: Primary School
Where? Paisley
When? 5pm – 6.30pm, every second Tuesday
The Wee Diamonds group is an activity and arts and crafts group for children with any care experience. Parents and carers can come along too.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with our Membership & Participation Team – membership@whocaresscotland.org
The Chill Out
Age group: Secondary School
Where? Paisley
When? 6pm – 7.30pm, every second Tuesday
The Chill Out is an activity group for Care Experienced young people to come together, meet new friends and try different activities and games.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with our Membership & Participation Team – membership@whocaresscotland.org
Shetland
#ShetlandCrew
The #ShetlandCrew is an activity and campaigning group.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Sian Wild – swild@whocaresscotland.org
South Lanarkshire
South Lanarkshire Champions Board
Age group: 14-26
South Lanarkshire’s Champions Board acts as an interface between Care Experienced people and the Local Authority to raise issues and create change within the care system.
Contact info:
Twitter: @SouthLanChamps
Facebook: South Lanarkshire Champions Board
What’s on?
Find out if there’s a Who Cares? Scotland group happening near you. If you’d like any more support, you can contact our National Office on 0141 226 4441 or email us at hello@whocaresscotland.org.
A Space for Young People and Children in Care to Connect
Our groups offer a safe, welcoming space where Care Experienced children and young people can come together, share experiences, and build friendships with others who truly understand.
Whether you’re looking for fun activities, creative projects, or just someone to talk to, our groups are designed to help you feel seen, supported and never alone.
We believe that children in care deserve opportunities to express themselves, grow in confidence and have their voices heard. Through regular meetups across Scotland, we help Care Experienced young people feel part of a community that values them for who they are.
Joining a group can be the first step to feeling more connected and empowered—find your local group today and discover what’s possible.