General services

In case you want a list of additional organisations to help you out, see below for some general support services.

The Challenge

The Challenge is the UK’s leading charity for building a more integrated society. They design and deliver programmes that bring different people together to develop their confidence and skills in understanding and connecting with others. 020 3542 2404

Civil Legal Advice

Civil Legal Advice provides a database of legal advisers or solicitors near you. Call 0845 345 4345 for free confidential legal advice.

International Youth Foundation

The International Youth Foundation moblizes a global community of businesses, governments, and civil society organisations – who are each committed to developing the power and promise of young people.

Jubilee Sailing Trust

The Jubilee Sailing Trust works to promote the integration of people of all physical abilities through the challenge and adventure of sailing tall ships on the open sea. 023 8044 9108

Livity

Livity gives ambitious young people access to creative opportunities through workshops, co-working space, exhibitions and more. 020 7326 5979

The Mix

The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. They can help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to them via their free confidential helpline. 0808 808 4994

NHS Choices

NHS Choices is an information service from the National Health Service on conditions, local services and healthy living. They provide support and guidance with the latest health news and symptom checkers.

Participation Works

Participation Works is an online resource promoting the involvement of young people in decision making.

The Samaritans

The Samaritans provide round-the-clock support for those in need, via their free helpline. 116 123

Terrence Higgins Trust

The Terrence Higgins Trust provides information on HIV/AIDS and safer sex via online booklets and their free helpline. 0808 802 1221

UK Youth

UK Youth is a leading national charity, committed to providing access to appropriate, high quality services in every community so that young people are empowered to build bright futures, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Youth Access

Youth Access provides a Directory of Services for young people, parents or carers looking for local youth information, advice, counselling and support services. 0207 772 9900

Youth Business International

Youth Business International provides thousands of young entrepreneurs with an integrated package of support to help them start and grow sustainable businesses. 020 3326 2060