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Useful websites for children and young people

Here are some of the best websites that can help you with specific problems or questions. Most of these websites also have links to other very useful websites.

Directgov - Young people

  • Access a wide range of online services for young people.

need2know  

  • Information and on health, money, work, leisure, sex and relationships, housing and much more
  • Has links to loads of other useful websites

Connexions Direct  

  • Confidential advice and practical help for young people aged 13-19
  • Information on topics such as careers, learning, health, housing and your rights

ChildLine
Call 0800 1111

  • A free 24-hour helpline for children and young people
  • You can call about any problem, at any time day or night
  • ChildLine's counsellors are there to help you find ways to sort things out
  • Their website can also offer you help and advice

There4me.com  

  • Advice for 12- to 16-year-olds on all sorts of issues, including bullying, drugs, relationships, exams and difficulties at home
  • Provided by the NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children)

Citizens Advice Bureau: Advice Guide

  • Advice and frequently asked questions on issues to do with family, health, housing, education, money, rights and the legal system

Criminal Justice System Online

  • Information on criminal justice and the law, whether you are a victim, witness, offender, or defendant

O.i. from the Who Cares? Trust

  • The website that is all about being in care
  • Information on health, education, free time and having your say

r u thinking?

  • Information and advice on sex, contraception and relationships for under 18s

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This page was last updated on 23 July 2008

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