Services in advice for life (119)
Aged 16 or younger and want to work
There are laws about young people working These cover at what age you can do certain kinds of work, how many hours you can work and when you can begin working full-time. You may need a permit to work. If your employer lets you work…Are you being forced into a relationship or marriage?
It is wrong to make anyone marry or be with someone when they don’t want to It is against the law to force someone into a marriage. If you feel threatened or are being hurt because you don’t want to be with someone you can…Are you feeling unsafe?
If you are worried about knives, guns or other weapons ... ... this information aims to help you decide what to do and explains the law around weapons, so you can make informed decisions. Worried about violence and weapons? Violent crime is a worry for…Benefits for young people
Benefit rules and regulations are complicated Young people under 18 (and sometimes under 20) may not be able to claim many of the benefits available but if you are living independently or have an illness or disability or you are a parent, then do check out if you…Cyberbullying or online bullying can be just as threatening as being bullied in person
It is easy for an individual or a group to bully you online so ... ... think about who you give your mobile number to and who you let on to your Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat or WhatsApp profile Online bullies might be somebody you know or they may…Difficult relationship? Need advice?
Need help with difficult relationships with family or friends? Or are you finding it hard to cope and need to talk to someone? If you want to talk to someone outside the family about something that is worrying you, you can ring Childline T: 0800…Disability, know your rights
There are laws that protect you from being treated less fairly than people without a disability. Understanding your rights and the adjustments you can expect from school, college, university and employers is important. It will give you, and those helping you, the confidence to plan ahead…Drinking too much? Need advice?
There's lots of help and support available Islington Drug and Alcohol Service for Young People offers free, confidential advice and support at T: 020 7527 5099 Islington Drug and Alcohol Helpline T: 0808 800 0019 is open 24 hours, seven days a week and can help you or…Drugs, alcohol and addictions
If drugs, alcohol or addictions are causing you, your family or friends a problem - there are people who can help you Islington Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service (IYPDAS), offers one-to-one support and treatment for young people under 18 years old and living in Islington,…Emotional abuse is when someone upsets you by the way they behave towards you
Emotional can take a number of different forms If you have experienced any of the following behaviours from other people, you may have been emotionally abused. Emotional abuse can include people: calling you names making fun of your opinions insulting your family/background/religion ignoring you when…Family problems? Need help?
If you're worried and want to talk to someone about family problems ... ... such as parents splitting up or someone dying, you can contact Childline T: 0800 1111. You can also find useful information on the websites below: Parents splitting up: Kooth - online, free, safe…Feeling unsafe in your own home?
Feel threatened or unsafe in your own home? This may sometimes be because of domestic violence or abuse. You can get help and advice, look at the Related services and External links sections for more information.Five tips for anyone thinking about using skunk
You don’t have to smoke skunk! finding other, less risky, forms of cannabis can be hard; but it’s better to use something else if you can find it. But remember also you don’t have to smoke weed at all. You won’t necessarily enjoy it, and…Going out
Most people like to go out to a club, a restaurant, a show or sporting event. A little planning before you go will mean you all have a great time without spending too much money, getting separated or drinking too much. It is great fun…Have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan? Looking for education and training opportunities?
If you're leaving school and moving on you will need to have a plan for what you want to do next. It may feel a bit scary but you will get help to make decisions from a careers adviser, your teachers, people who know you, your parents and…Healthy lives
Although it can be tough to do the right things, the benefits for mind and body of a healthy lifestyle are well known: you have more energy. you don’t get ill so often (as a result of a boosted immune system) you feel happier (as…Help and support for parents and carers of teenage children
Supporting your teenager Parenting can be very rewarding and very challenging. Many parents find their teenager’s behaviour worrying and knowing how best to support your teenager as a parent or carer can be difficult. There are a range of organisations, both locally and nationally, that…Home and family
Support for you and your family Most families have problems at some time. This can include a serious illness, a death, money problems, family members not getting on, or finding it difficult to talk about problems. All this can affect you in different ways and…Homeless, or thinking of leaving home?
If you are thinking of leaving home and want to talk to someone about it ... ... you can contact Childline, a free confidential helpline for young people T: 0800 1111. If there are problems at home and you have moved out and are homeless, there…Homeless?
If you are homeless or feel you cannot continue living at your present address because of difficulties at home, get advice straight away. Living on the streets can be dangerous, there are people that can help you find somewhere safe to stay, look at the…Is someone doing something sexual to you or a friend and getting something for it?
This is sexual exploitation and it is illegal They could be offering you money, gifts, or somewhere to stay in return for sexual activities. You don’t have to put up with it.Islington Lifelong Links
Support for looked after children and care experienced young people aged 14-25 Islington Lifelong Links is a new and exciting project for looked after children and care experienced young people aged 14–25. It’s a great way of creating a positive, lasting support network to help…Islington mental health and resilience in schools (iMHARS)
The inspiration for Islington mental health and resilience in schools (iMHARS came while thinking about why schools pick particular interventions, what they aim to achieve, and how they monitor them. Resilience programmes, mindfulness lessons, nurture groups and therapy services are becoming increasingly popular and widespread, but…izzy-info: the website for Islington's Young People
izzy-info.com is the website for young people in Islington, set up by Islington Council. Packed with information, advice and details of local youth organisations, it’s your one stop destination where you can find out things to do and places to go near you. DisclaimerLearning disabilities or medical conditions - more information
If you have good up to date information on your disability or medical condition, you will feel well informed and able to make decisions with confidence. There are online health directories that are easy to use. National and local organisations, often charities, also provide specialist advice,…Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex or Asexual (LGBTQIA), gender-fluid, non-binary, nongender, third gender?
Not sure about your sexuality? Questioning your gender? If you have been struggling with your identity and need support to work out who you are, there are organisations that offer help and advice. You may feel alone but you're not, there are other young people…Managing money
It pays to be a money expert! Whether you are a student, employee, apprentice or school leaver, you will benefit from improving your financial skills and knowledge. Rates of pay, National Minimum Wage rates, student finance, learner bursaries, taxes and benefits change each year, so you…Money to help full-time students
Check out the range of help below Family benefits – make sure your family is aware of all the benefits they can claim such as Child Benefit and Child Tax Credit or Universal Credit or call these helplines: Child Benefit - 0300 200 3100/textphone 0300 200 3103 Child Tax…Need advice on a drug, alcohol, gambling or other addiction in your family?
Here are local organisations that can help such as: Islington Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service (IYPDAS) There are also other helplines and websites which can offer advice and support: Adfam for families affected by drugs and alcohol Al-Anon supports young people affected by a problem drinker Alcohol…Need more information about the police, court or crime?
For information about what happens if you are stopped by the police or go to court, or if you are affected by a crime ... ... look at these websites: The Mix has information on what happens if you break the law, crime prevention and what to…Need more information and advice about your rights?
You will find information and advice from local organisations such as a law centre or Citizens Advice There is also a lot of information online Check out some of the websites below, or for local services, look at the Related services links on this page. Equality and…Need more information or advice about your rights if you are in care?
If you are in care, there are organisations that can give you advice on your rights and people who can help you Local services The Children’s Active Involvement Service is for all children who have social workers or who are looked after. You can contact them if…Need more information or advice if you are a refugee or asylum seeker?
There are local services that can provide advice and support for young asylum seekers and refugees: DePaul can help with accommodation for young people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. T: 020 7278 4224. Islington Law Centre can provide advice on asylum, immigration…Neglect means not looking after a child or a young person properly
Neglect can include not providing enough food, warmth and decent living conditions Everyone has a right to these basic things in life. Adults who are responsible for you can be prosecuted if they don't look after you correctly. If you are made to sleep somewhere…Relationships and safer sex
Sex and relationships can be complicated Pulse offers a range of sexual health advice and other services to support young people. Lift holds regular Pulse clinics, work closely with Brook and also offers free condoms to young people registered with the Come Correct Scheme. There are…Reporting online abuse
If someone has said things to you on your phone, a website or chatroom you don’t like ... ... you should tell someone you trust If you can’t think of anyone, you can look at the Related services and External links section for further information.Rights and responsibilities
Everyone has the right to be treated fairly and be protected from harm You should also respect the rights of others. The UK has additional laws that protect your rights, such as: equality laws to protect you from discrimination laws that protect you at work rights when…Road and transport safety
Bikes and cars are great for getting about but they can be dangerous if you don’t know how to use them properly. Make sure you get proper training and you think about cycling or driving safely.Safe Havens
Safe havens are a practical way of helping everyone in Islington, including young people, to enjoy their community knowing that support is easily available if they need help. Public premises such as shops, cafes, pubs, libraries and other places of interest can register to be officially…Staying safe
Have fun and stay safe Enjoying yourself is part of being young but you need to think about your safety too. Safe Havens are places to go if you find yourself in a difficult situation.Support for children and their families affected by disability
Affected by a disability and need extra support? There are national and local organisations, often charities, which provide advice, information and support to people whose lives are affected by a disability or medical condition. Information is important, but talking to people who share your experience,…Terrorism and violent extremists
Terrorism is rare, however people become terrorists for all kinds of reasons Some of the reasons for people becoming a terrorist include believing their way of life or the things they believe in are under threat, or feeling isolated or insecure. If you are worried…Think you may be pregnant? Need advice?
You can take a free pregnancy test ... ... and talk about your choices if the test is positive, at CAMISH at Pulse T: 020 7527 1300. Lift and Pulse also offer pregnancy testing and advice on all sexual health issues. You can go to your doctor or…Travel and transport
There are many different ways to travel using lots of different forms of transport If you want to go and explore more than your own area, you need to know how to travel around safely, on time and using the best method available. This section…Travelling safely
Travelling in safety only needs a little planning Plan your journey by thinking about it a little before you set out. Check the times of the last bus, tube or train. Keep your valuables, like your purse, wallet or mobile out of site. Think about…Using chat rooms, social networking, online gaming, and websites safely
Chatrooms, Facebook, gaming and other social networking sites are a great way to keep in touch with friends ... ... and find new ones with similar interests However, sometimes people aren’t always who they say they are, it may be someone who might be dangerous so…Why people bully and are bullied
People bully others for all kinds of reasons They may be being bullied themselves and so they think bullying someone else will help them feel better. They may be being encouraged to bully you by ‘friends’ and are afraid of being left out if they…