St Andrew's Day

St Andrew’s Day on 30 November is Scotland’s national day. It is a powerful opportunity to show how important kindness continues to be for all of us and how much we value it as a nation. Every gesture of kindness makes a difference and everyone benefits from sharing it.

It’s also an important moment to come together in our communities to spend time with each other in person and online and enjoy events taking place across Scotland.

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One Scotland

Scotland believes in equality for all. No one should be denied opportunities because of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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St Andrew’s Day

We think kindness, fairness and inclusivity are worth celebrating, together. Let’s mark our national day by showing how important kindness continues to be for all of us and how much we value it as a nation.  Find out more about what is happening and how you can get involved.

Hate Crime

Hate crime has hugely damaging effects on the victims, their families and communities, and we all must play our part to challenge it. Report it to stop it.

We are Scotland

No matter what your race, creed, colour or culture, you’re welcome here – and it’s the contribution of the many, that makes Scotland one great country. Because the truth is, all of us have more in common than that which divides us.

Human Rights

Human rights are the basic protections and freedoms we all have. They’re based on core principles like dignity, fairness, equality, respect and autonomy. Read more about your rights in Scotland.

50/50 by 2020

Equality and diversity are key to Scotland’s success. We want to see public, private and third sector boards better reflect the communities they serve, with no ceiling for ambition and talent.

Gender

The Scottish Government is working to reduce and ultimately, remove the barriers to equality faced by women and men in Scotland. Read more about gender equality issues including gender based violence.

Disability

Around one fifth of Scotland’s population define themselves as disabled. Read more about the Scottish Government’s commitment to equality for disabled people.

LGBTI

Scotland is considered one of the most progressive countries in Europe in terms of LGBTI equality. Find out more about LGBTI equality in Scotland.

Race

Scotland is a diverse, multi-faith and multicultural society, committed to promoting one Scotland where many cultures can thrive side by side.

Age

While age equality content is being developed for onescotland.org, please visit the age equality pages on the Scottish Government website for more Information on this theme.

Religion and belief

The Scottish Government values and appreciates its relationship with Scotland’s Christian and diverse faith communities. Click here to find out more about religion and belief equality.