Links for young people

We all need help and advice at times. We have put together some links to organisations who are there to help.

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Bullying, sex, drugs, health

 

ChildLine website

ChildLine 0800 1111 - get help and advice about a wide range of issues, talk to a counsellor online. send ChildLine an email or post on the message boards.

 

Connexions Essex Website

Local advice for 13 to 19 year olds on Health, Money, Relationships, Citizenship, Learning, Work, Free-time, Housing and Transport.

 

FRANK website

A to Z list of substances explains appearance and use, effects, chances of getting hooked, health risks and UK law. Includes information on peer pressure, ...

 

Samaritans website

The Samaritans of Redbridge provides confidential emotional support to those experiencing despair, distress or suicidal feelings.

You can also text the Redbridge branch for emotional support on 07725 90 90 90.

For 24-hour confidential support, please email jo@samaritans.org.

 

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Crime, internet safety, policing, domestic violence

 

Fearless website

Fearless is part of Crimestoppers. Crimestoppers runs the 0800 555 111 telephone number, which you can call to give information about crime anonymously.

 

Think U Know website

Guide to internet safety and safe internet surfing for young people from Think U Know. Learn about online safety when using social networks, blogs, chatting, online gaming, ...

 

2 Smart website

2 Smart is the Essex Police project that covers Alcohol, Drugs, Bullying and Knives raising awareness to the long term hazards that can often lead to crime and violent behaviour ...

 

The Hideout website

Women's Aid have created this space to help young people understand domestic abuse, and how to take positive action if it's happening to you, your friends and family.

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Employment

Employment4students website

The latest student jobs, part time jobs, temporary jobs, internships, graduate jobs and graduate recruitment options, gap year jobs, the best deals for students, from summer jobs to Christmas jobs.

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Youth democracy

 

UK Youth Parliament website

The UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) enables young people to use their energy and passion to change the world for the better.

 

Young Essex Assembly website

75 young people from Essex aged between 11 and 19 have been elected to represent all young people in the county and campaign to make a positive difference to their lives ...

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What's on, revision, skills development, human rights

 

Young Life Essex website

An online directory of community and voluntary groups in Essex, and beyond, covering a range of services and activities.

 

BBC Bitesize website

Interactive, animated revision help from the BBC, with support from the TV series.

 

Prince's Trust website

Helps young people through training, skill building, business loans, grants, personal development and study support outside school.

 

CRAE website

CRAE protects the human rights of children by lobbying government and others who hold power.

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Email us at efyc@eppingforestdc.gov.uk