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Youth Work
Community. Music. Skills. Workshops. Leadership. Connection.
Visit our weekly youth club where you're invited to chill, have some food, connect with others and find new skills. Led by you, always.
Or if you're into music, work 1-1 with a producer at our Block Beats award winning studio. Record, create and explore your sound.
Beginners encouraged!
We also partner with organisations to bring you exclusive free opportunities to discover your passions. From silversmithing to theatre production, step into a new world.
There's something for everyone
The Block
48 Palmerston Place
Every Tuesday. 4pm-8pm. Open to all aged 14-25.
Come and chill at The Block, a vibrant weekly youth club where you can meet other young people and connect.
Whether it’s a game of Uno, crafting, writing workshops, or open mic nights, there’s always something exciting to do.
And when it’s time to relax, we kick back with your favourite tunes, roll out the projector, and get some food going.
We also showcase talents and creativity through performances, gigs, and social media content - helping you take your skills to the next level.
For Parents
At Intercultural Youth Scotland, we understand how important it is for young Black People and People of Colour to feel safe, supported, and understood - especially if they often feel isolated or unheard. As Scotland’s leading anti-racist youth organisation, we are here to make sure your child has a space where they can thrive.
Our youth work programmes are designed specifically for young BPoC, ensuring they have access to mentors who understand their experiences, creative and social spaces where they can express themselves, and support to navigate the challenges they may face in school, work, and daily life.
If you’re looking for a positive, nurturing environment that will help your child build confidence, connect with their identity, and develop their passions - we are here to help. If you're interested, here's all the ways we can support them:
A Safe,
Social Community
1-1 Support
and Mentoring
Creative &
Expressive Spaces
Workshops &
Cultural Excursions
A Team with
Lived Experience
Holistic
Support
Building Confidence
and Leadership Skills
At IYS, we believe every young person deserves to feel valued, heard, and supported. If you’d like to explore how we can help your child, please reach out - we’d love to chat:
info@interculturalyouthscotland.org
If you'd like to check us out in person first, then our doors are open every Tuesday when The Block youth club is running. We'd be very happy to see you in person at 48 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5DE.
Book your slot. Work with a real producer. Create your sound.
Block Beats is our in-house music programme which offers free studio sessions and a space to learn how to produce, record and build music skills in a fully collaborative environment.
Block Beats is award winning, taking the Local Hero Award Home by BBC Introducing. The Local Hero Award recognises those who have committed unwavering support for their local music community. Artists we've worked with have ended up nominated at Scottish Alternative Music Awards, Scottish Album of the Year Award: The Sound of Young Scotland and The List!
If you’re eager to get into the studio and see what you could create in a personal 1-1 session, use our booking system below to book your initial consulation.
Block Beats
48 Palmerston Place
Book your Block Beats consultation
Meet the team and discover what you'd be looking for out of the sessions. If you'd like to ask some questions first, email: samir@interculturalyouthscotland.org