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Useful Links for Children and Young People

Last updated | 18/01/2012

This page has lots of links to other organisations and websites which may give you some useful information and advice.

Aberlour Child Care Trust
This organisation helps Scotland's most vulnerable children, young people and their families who need additional help.
Action for Children
Action for Children supports and speaks out for the most vulnerable and neglected children and young people in the UK.
Barnardo's
Barnardos is a voluntary organisation which supports children and young people's right to be free from poverty, abuse and discrimination.
Being a Witness in Children's Hearings Court Proceedings
Scottish Government Booklet giving advice on being a witness in Children's Hearings Court Proceedings.
Being a Witness in Criminal Court Proceedings
Scottish Government Booklet giving advice on being a witness in Criminal Court Proceedings.
Beatbullying
An award winning bullying prevention charity who work with families, schools and communities across the UK.  Beatbullying aims to help individuals to understand, recognise and say no to bullying by giving them the tools to transform their lives and those of their peers.
Bullying UK
Bullying UK can give you lots of useful advice and support if you are being bullied.
Centre for Research on Families and Relationships (CRFR)
CRFR produces, stimulates and disseminates high quality social research and commentary on families and relationships.
Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre
This organisation is part of the UK Police and is dedicated to eradicating the sexual abuse of children.
Child Protection in Sport Unit
The Child Protection in Sport Unit works to safeguard children and young people from abuse during sporting activities.
Childline
Childline is a free and confidential counselling service for children and young people who are experiencing problems.  You can contact Childline about anything - no problem is too big or too small.
Children 1st
A voluntary organisation which works with families under stress to protect children and promote their rights.
Children's Charter
A Scottish Government document which sets out what children and young people need and expect to help protect them when they are in danger of being, or have already been, harmed by another person.
Children's Reporter
The Children's Reporter investigates each child referral to decide if compulsory measures of supervision are needed to protect the child.
Click Clever Click Safe
The internet is a great way to see more, learn more and have lots of fun.  To help you enjoy it safely should follow the 'Click Clever, Click Safe' code.  It's just three simple things to remember that can help keep you safe when you visit your favourite websites.
Cybermentors
CyberMentors is a peer support programme where young people help and support each other online. If you're being bullied, or are feeling a bit low, or are maybe troubled by something and you're not sure what to do or who to talk to, then CyberMentors is where you can go for help.  It doesn't matter how big or small you think the problem is, or whether you're being targeted online or offline, CyberMentors are here to listen and support you.
Dialogue Youth
Dialogue Youth is about getting young people's opinions heard and giving them a chance to engage with, inform and influence organisations which provide services.
Directgov for Kids
DirectgovKids helps you to find out about the world around you with lots of fun games, videos and cartoons.
Directgov for Young People
Directgov for Young People has loads of advice on a range of lifestyle topics.
Kidscape
Kidscape works across the UK to keep children safe from bullying and sexual abuse.
NSPCC Inform
Child Protection resources for anyone working to safeguard children.
Respect Me
Scotland's Anti-Bullying Service provides practical advice and guidance for children, young people, parents and practitioners on dealing with bullying.
Safe Kids On-Line
On-line safety and civility advice for children and young people.
Save the Children
Save the Children works all over the world including the UK to save children's lives and campaign for their rights.
Scotland's Commissioner for Children and Young People (SCCYP)
Scotland's Commissioner's job is to ensure that all children and young people in Scotland have their rights respected.  He's here to promote your rights, help keep you safe and make sure that you have a say about things that affect you.
Scottish Child Law Centre
We help children and young people, their families and carers, and professionals working for and with children by providing free expert legal advice and information through our advice line, email and text services.
Scottish Government Children's Hearings
Scottish Government Information for children about the Children's Hearing system.
Shelter Scotland
Shelter is a charity that works to alleviate the distress caused by homelessness and bad housing.
The Hideout
Run by Women's Aid and aims to provide help, information and support for children and young people who are affected by domestic violence.
Think U Know
An online resource aimed at advising children, young people, parents, carers and professionals on how to stay safe online.
UNICEF
A worldwide organisation working specifically for children.
United Nations Cyber School Bus
A fantastic resource produced as part of the United Nations' site which provides project materials, facts, resources, quizzes, features and forthcoming events.  Colourful and packed with educational activities.
UK Safer Internet Centre
Provides the latest advice on how to use the internet and new technologies safely and responsibly. Also lists a range of practical resources, news and events focussing on the safe and responsible use of the internet and new technologies.
Who Cares? Scotland
A voluntary organisation offering advocacy and support to children and young people in care.
Young Scot Website
Local information on a wide range of topics for Perth & Kinross Youth aged 11 - 26 years.