Advice

Whether you want to understand more about healthy relationships, get information about housing or find support, the guides listed below can help.

London Youth Voices is here to help you navigate some of the services available to you that can help support you with some of the challenges you're facing - from mental health, to housing, to staying safe, to relationships. Take a look at the resources below. 

Young Carers

If you're a young carer, there are places you can go to for support. The organisations below offer support, information and resources just for you.

Help and Advice for Young Carers

Find Your Local Carer Support

Confidential Helpline

Mental Health

Looking after your mental health matters, especially if you're young. For support and guidance check out these resources. 

Reaching Out For Help

Urgent Mental Health Help

YoungMinds Guide to Support

Looking After Yourself

Sexual Health

Figuring out healthy relationships and sexual health is super important as you grow up. If you want information and support check out these guides.

Contraceptive Choices

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Periods

How to Talk about Condoms and STIs

Drugs & Alcohol

Exploring the facts about drugs and alcohol empowers you to make positive choices. Read these resources for valuable information and support to make informed decisions and stay healthy.

Free and Confidential Support for Drugs and Alcohol

Making Changes to Your Drug and Alcohol Use

Binge Drinking

Free and Confidential Support for Drugs

Housing

Having a stable home is important as you transition into independence. Resources like the ones below provide support, information and assistance in securing safe and stable housing options.

Emergency Options For Homeless 16 to 25 Year Olds

Supported Housing for Young People and Care Leavers

Connecting People Sleeping Rough to Local Services

Relationships

Navigating relationships can be complex, but there are resources to help you along the way. Below you can find guidance on healthy communication, boundaries and consent.

Consent During Sex

Are You Ready Checklist

If You're Being Bullied

How to have Healthy Friendships

Youth Justice

Getting to know your rights within the legal system is crucial. The organisations below provide support and advocacy tailored to young people involved in the justice system.

Support with the Police and Criminal Courts

Legal Representation for Young People

Protecting Your Sexual Orientation and Gender

Staying Safe

Feeling safe is really important, and there are places you can turn to for help. The links below provide useful tips and tools on topics like staying safe of nights out. 

How to Stay Safe on a Night Out

Safety Tips for Women

Safety Tips for Men

Stop and Search

Understanding your rights during a stop and search is important. The links below will help you know how to handle encounters with the police.

How To Interact With The Police Safely

What Should You Do If You're Stopped By The Police?

Your Stop and Search Rights

Online Safety

In today's digital age it is more important than ever to know how to keep yourself safe online. Check out how you can navigate the internet safely while still having fun.

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Worried About Something That's Happened Online?

Learning Disability and Safety Online

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