About us
Supporting Global Citizenship Education for Nearly 30 Years
At Scotdec, our vision is simple: we want young people in Scotland to be empowered and inspired to challenge global inequality and work towards a fairer future for everyone.
Our Values
We’re driven by a deep commitment to social justice and sustainable development, and we believe in the power of people to create meaningful change. We also strive to make our work inclusive, participatory, and creative, ensuring learning is relevant and responsive to the needs of all.
What We Do
To achieve our vision, we provide high-quality professional learning opportunities and resources to support Global Citizenship Education across all areas of education. We also gather evidence that shows the social and educational benefits of this approach, sharing our findings with educators and policy-makers throughout Scotland and beyond.
Our Partnerships
We’re not alone in our mission – we are part of a wider movement, both nationally and internationally, that believes in the power of education to create a fairer world.
Here in Scotland, we are one of three Global Learning Centres, all of which are members of IDEAS (International Development Education Association Scotland) and Scotland’s International Development Alliance. This network connects all those working in Global Citizenship Education across the country.
We also work closely with colleagues across the UK and beyond to strengthen our collective message: that Global Citizenship Education is crucial for empowering young people to demand and create a more just and equitable world.
We know that working together makes our efforts stronger, broadens our reach, and amplifies our message. Our partners include local authorities, education providers, and voluntary sector organisations like Oxfam and Christian Aid.