Support links
Where can I find organisations for young offenders?
ChildLine
ChildLine is the free national helpline for young people in trouble or danger. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
National Association for Youth Justice
NAYJ exists to promote responses to young people within the criminal justice system which encourage them to take responsibility for their actions while remaining in the community.
Society of Voluntary Organisations (SOVA)
SOVA involves local volunteers in promoting social inclusion and reducing crime. It is the leading national volunteer mentoring organisation working in the Criminal Justice System in England and Wales.
The Foundation Training Company (FTC)
FTC aims to break the cycle of offending by giving young prisoners pre-release guidance, training and advice and post-release support.
Rizer
Rizer is a site for young people that tells you what you need to know about crime, the law and you. It has stories, information about crime and youth justice, as well as a helpline and webchat to get your questions answered.
Unit for Arts and Offenders
The Unit for the Arts and Offenders is the national umbrella organisation that supports the development of the arts within criminal justice settings.
YMCA Partnerships in Prisons
The aim of Partnerships in Prisons, established in 1984, was for the YMCA to help prepare inmates for life outside of prison and begin to address any problems which could lead them to re-offend. It helps young offenders to find suitable housing on release and assisting them with training and personal development opportunities.
Youth Justice Board
The official agency dealing with offending by children and young people.