The first YWCA Institute in Edinburgh is established on Young Street

January 1877: Emma Roberts and Mary Jane Kinnaird unite their initiatives under the name YWCA.

Search begins for Scotland’s most inspiring young women 

The Young Women’s Movement, Scotland’s national organisation for young women and girls’ leadership and rights, is seeking nominations for its annual 30 Under 30 list. 

What is tactical voting?

This blog post will tell you everything you need to know about tactical voting, its impact on our democracy, and the role it might play in this election...

Scottish Parliament Election 2026: Young Women Demand’s guide to the party manifestos

Ahead of the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7th May 2026, we’ve gone through each of the 6 main political parties’ manifestos and pulled out what they are actually saying (or not saying) about the issues that matter most to young women and girls in Scotland.

Amanda Amaeshi

21, originally from Dunfermline and currently splitting her time between home and London, Amanda is an active Trustee for The Young Women's Movement and appeared on the 30 under 30 list at age 16. Her youth work experience led to her becoming a council member for First Minister's National Advisory Council on Women and Girls, advocating for gender equity.

Prayer group comes to Edinburgh

Prayer union and home for young women established

Aine Beattie

25, originally from Inverness and currently residing in London, Áine is an active Trustee for the YWM and spent time on the Advisory Collective for the organisation as well. She emphasised the importance of incorporating highlanders in The Young Women's Movement, supporting young women and championing gender equity in Scotland and beyond.

The feminist until it’s unsafe: Navigating visibility as a young woman

I am a feminist...But when I’m travelling alone...I hide it. Not because I’m ashamed. But because I’m afraid.