Exploitation resourcess
Organisations and services offering help for those affected by exploitation and child abuse.
Organisations and services offering help for those affected by exploitation and child abuse.
Anti-Slavery International works at local, national and international levels to eliminate all forms of slavery around the world.
Every Child Protected Against Trafficking (ECPAT UK) is a leading children's rights organisation working to protect children from trafficking and transnational exploitation.
The UK Human Trafficking Centre (UKHTC) is a multi-agency organisation led by SOCA. Its role is to provide a central point of expertise and coordination in relation to the UK’s response to the trafficking of human beings (THB).
Action for Children 'supports and speaks out for the UK's most vulnerable and neglected children and young people, for as long as it takes to make a difference in their lives.'
CEOP works with child protection partners across the UK and overseas to identify the main threats to children and coordinates activity against these threats to bring offenders to account. If you are worried about online sexual abuse or the way someone has been communicating with you online, make a report to one of CEOP's Child Protection Advisors.
A free, confidential service where you can report information about a crime anonymously. Freephone 0800 555 111.
Advice for parents and carers on gangs. Most teens live a positive and balanced life and are not involved in gangs or violent crime. However, there are a small number of young people who are at risk of becoming involved. This can have a significant impact on families and communities, as well as themselves. You can help your child by looking out for signs of their involvement and talking to them openly about the risks and dangers of gangs.
The laws about buying and carrying a knife depend on the type of knife, your age and your circumstances.
Find details of your local team and find out more about the work they are doing in your area.
The NSPCC runs a wide range of services for both children and adults, including national helplines and local projects. In collaboration with the Home Office, they have extended the use of their helpline to provide information and advice to parents and others concerned about young people who may be involved in or affected by gang activity. Their helpline is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week: Freephone 0808 800 5000. Email: help@nspcc.org.uk.
Information on weapons from HM Revenue & Customs and UK Border Agency.
The Anti-bullying Alliance aims to stop bullying and create safe environments in which children and young people can live, grow, play and learn.
Advice for children and parents on bullying. It is part of Family Lives - a charity experienced in helping parents to deal with the changes that are a constant part of family life.
Free national helpline for young people, with confidential advice on all sorts of problems. Telephone 0800 1111.
The first charity in the UK established specifically to prevent bullying and child sexual abuse.
The Council has produced a support pack for local parents and carers who are concerned that their child could be, or is experiencing exploitation.
Child Abduction United Nations Convention on the rights of the Child
The leading UK charity specialising in the movement of children across international borders.
A lifeline when someone disappears. Caring and highly trained staff and volunteers work in collaboration with partners across the UK. For those left behind, Missing People provides specialised support to end the heartache and confusion and search for their missing loved one.
Campaigning for justice in immigration and asylum law and policy since 1967.
Migrant Help is a charity with a vision to be a leading provider of quality support to migrants in distress.
Refugee Action has over 28 years' experience in the reception, resettlement, development and integration of asylum seekers and refugees.
Services for refugees and asylum seekers.
The agency is mandated to lead and co-ordinate international action to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems worldwide.
UNICEF’s National Committees work locally to promote children’s rights, raise funds to support their work, and provide visibility to children's issues worldwide