Fast Forward is a force for change, supporting young people to make informed decisions about risk taking behaviours
Check out our recent projects raising awareness and knowledge around risk taking behaviours
25% of 15 year olds choose to
experiment with vapes
(PHS survey 2022)
In Scotland 32% of 13 year olds and 70% of 15 year olds have tried alcohol.
(Institute of Alcohol Studies)
21% of 15 year olds
reported having used drugs
(SALUS report 2023)
Projects
Supporting parents and carers to improve their knowledge and understanding of the health issues affecting children and young people.
Going Forward delivers workshop sessions to young people, including those who are vulnerable and at-risk.
Sessions focus on core themes of health, wellbeing and risk-taking behaviours.
PIPS celebrates, promotes and supports peer inspiration projects.
PIPS provides guidance, resources and training on peer education and inspiration. The PIPS Charter celebrates and acknowledges outstanding peer projects across Scotland.
Our mission is for every young person in Scotland to have access to gambling education and prevention opportunities.
Training, upskilling and workshops
Risk-taking behaviour focussed sessions for staff in schools and community organisations.
Updates
“Pushing Your Luck” with The Rock Trust & Tinderbox Collective
No Smoking Day 2025, and times are changing, just like Big Tobacco products
