information and support
Gun Crime Support
Calling the Shots
London's anti-gun crime and youth violence education resource.
www.callingtheshots.org.ukGun Crime Information
Trident
Trident is the Metropolitan Police Service's initiative tackling gun crime in partnership with London's black communities.
www.stoptheguns.orgDon't Trigger
Information and statistics on both gun and knife crime in the UK.
www.dont-trigger.com/07/07knifeCrimeHome Office
Information on gun-related crime.
www.homeoffice.gov.uk/crime-victims/reducing-crime/gun-crimeGeneral Support
ChildLine
ChildLine is the free helpline for young people in the UK. 0800 1111.
www.childline.org.ukYouth 2 Youth
Directed at 11-19 year olds. General Helpline run by young people.
www.youth2youth.co.ukKids Company
Provide practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and young people.
kidsco.org.ukConnexions Direct
Offers advice on education, careers, health, housing, relationships etc for 13 - 19 year olds.
www.connexions-direct.comSouthwark Alliance
Southwark youth council is a voice for young people run by young people.
www.southwarkalliance.org.uk/involving/youthcouncil2 Smart
Group roadshow which targets school children and teaches them about bullying, drugs, alcohol and knives.
www.2smart.co.ukUrban Voice
Urban Voice UK exists to capture the talents and potential of Britain's young people and seeks to derive social and economic benefits for individuals and the wider community.
www.ukurbanvoice.comNeed 2 Know
Advice on Relationships, Student Life, Money Troubles, plus a wide range of tips and resources.
www.need2know.co.ukSamaritans
Samaritans provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day 08457 90 90 90 .
www.samaritans.orgVictim Support - England and Wales
National charity that helps people affected by crime in England and Wales.
www.victimsupport.org.uk/vs_england_wales