Support links
Where can I find advice and support for child witnesses and child victims of crime?
Connexions
Online support service for all 13-19 year olds providing integrated advice and guidance. Including advice for young people who face barriers or present needs as a result of being a victim or witness of a crime or offence. Online information is supported by a team of highly qualified advisors who are available from 8:00am to 2:00am, 365 days a year to answer e-mails and conduct confidential, one to one web chat queries from young people. A separate link is also provided for parents and practioners.
National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Children
If you know of a child being abused, being subjected to cruelty or at risk contact the NSPCC 0800 800 500.
Children's Legal Centre
The Children's Legal Centre is a unique, independent national charity concerned with law and policy affecting children and young people and is staffed by lawyers and professionals with experience in child law.
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.
Area Child Protection Committee
This website provides information about Area Child Protection Committees (ACPCs) and the inter-agency work they undertake to safeguard children in their area from abuse and neglect.
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.
Youth Justice Board
The official agency dealing with offending by children and young people.
Dept for Education and Skills - Bullying
Anti-bullying website which includes a page aimed at young people.
Think U Know
Provides information about keeping your child safe on the internet.
Family Matters
Helpline and counselling for anyone 6 years and up (including adults) who have been victims of childhood sexual abuse.
Young Minds
Charity established to deal with mental health issues in young people. Provides useful information for anyone who works with children and young people - teachers, social workers, youth workers, GPs, as well as all those working in mental health services.