The Young Dads Collective (YDC) works to improve the lives of young dads and their children by tackling the social exclusion that locks out young dads’ potential. As experts by experience, the YDC’s young dads work with professionals to transform how organisations engage with young dads and overcome...

We want a society in which single parent families are treated equally and fairly. To get there, we provide information to help single parents support themselves and their family. We run programmes to equip single parents with the skills and opportunities to gain employment. And we campaign and inf...

Helpline: 0808 800 4444 Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We help people in need with our expert advice and sup...

Volunteering Matters run over 100 UK volunteering programmes which engage people of all ages to support the most vulnerable in their community. We have projects run by and for young people, disabled people, families and older people and our projects suit you whether you’re looking for part-time volu...

Consortium is a national specialist infrastructure and membership organisation focused on the development and support of LGBT+ groups, organisations and projects across the UK, so they can deliver direct services and campaign for individual rights. Consortium provide information on various employmen...

We’re the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health. Whether you want to know more about how you're feeling, get information about a mental health condition or know what support is available to you, our guides can help. Get Urgent Help Feelings and Symptoms Con...

London Friend is the UK’s oldest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans charity. We are here to support the health and mental wellbeing of the LGBT community in and around London. We offer counselling and support around issues such as same-sex relationships, sexual and gender identity and promoting perso...

The Health Equality and Rights Organisation for LGBTQ+ people The mission of HERO is to improve the health, enhance the well-being and champion the rights of LGBTQ+ people. HERO wants to see a world where no LGBTQ+ person is discriminated by health or social inequalities based of their sexuality or...

North East Surrey College of Technology At Nescot we want to help you succeed in your ambitions. Our students value our welcoming, friendly and caring atmosphere and our lively learning community will help you to make the most of your time with us. Our safe campus is set in the beautiful Surrey co...

Turn2us is a national charity helping people when times get tough. We provide financial support to help people get back on track. We also offer opportunities to volunteer with us. Young person (aged 16-18) If you are a young person, in some circumstances, there may be benefits, grants or other fi...

Why not come and learn the number one universal language in the world – music. Come and follow your passion or learn to express yourself in a new way through music every Tuesday and Friday! Learn new skills on the Community Outreach Media Bus to produce your own track! For ages 11+

LITC engages with young people throughout the UK to encourage participation in society, employment and learning. Through our Youth Programmes and dedicated team of Youth Officers, LITC's supports young people from a range of backgrounds to move forwards, gain qualifications, develop Life Skills, obt...

Apprenticeships Carshalton College is one of the largest providers of Apprenticeships in the South London region. We have a long standing experience of working with apprentices who learn on the job, build up knowledge and skills and gain qualifications, all whilst earning a wage at the same time. A...

Business Launchpad supports young people aged 16 – 30 at every stage of business: whether you need help coming up with or refining your business idea, practical support through the business basics, or even want to turn your business into a social enterprise, BLP is here to help. Based in South Londo...

We help young people to look at their abusive behaviour and find safe, non-abusive alternatives. Yuva offers confidential support for young people ages 11-18 (up to 25 for young people with additional needs) who want to change their behaviour, develop improved awareness of healthy communication and ...

Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC) Our Counselling Service:  Our counselling service can be contacted on 0208 683 3311 between 10am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. To book an appointment or for any other counselling enquires please ask to speak with the counselling coordinator. We offer up ...

Are you 12 to 25 years old? Would you like a safe space to talk? Would you like to feel more positive about yourself, and your future? We're here. Mind Connect is part of Alone in London and provides a free counselling service for young people aged between 12 and 25. The service is open to all, ...

Alone in London is a key service providing advice and support to 16 to 25 year olds who are at risk of homelessness. Alone in London provides a range of services to young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and last year engaged with more than 2,000 people. Our work includes advice, ...

Our Youth casework service provides the specialist advice and support needed by the young people we work with. We work with many unaccompanied asylum seeking young people as well as others who have irregular immigration status. We help young people to move on and reach their potential. For referrals...

Construction Youth Trust is a charity whose aim is to inspire and enable young people to overcome barriers and discover a career in the construction and built environment sector. Budding Builders is a free entry-level Health & Safety in Construction course for young people who are unemployed, no...

Artsdepot runs a wide range of courses and classes for all ages and abilities. This includes workshops for pre-school children, Youth Theatre and Youth Dance companies, and a variety of classes for adults. The programme also has opportunities for learning with Q&A sessions and workshops linked ...

If you're a young LGBTQIA+ person, this is an invaluable resource to learn about yourself, your community, what opportunities and support is out there, and how to take care of your health and wellbeing. We provide a information on a wide variety of topics including: sexual orientation, gender identi...

Mermaids has been supporting transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people, and their families since 1995. Mermaids supports transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their...

The UK's leading LGBTQ+ Muslim charity. Here you can find information, advice and support if you're Muslim and if you or a family member or friend are LGBTQ+. You can read advice from people having similar experiences to you and can find answers to frequently asked questions.

Regard is a national organisation of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender and queer people (LGBTQ) who self-identify as disabled. We follow the Social Model of Disability. This is a way of thinking about disability that says it is society that needs to change by removing the barriers that deny...

Mental health Information & support When you're experiencing a mental health problem, supportive and reliable information can change your life. That's what we do. We empower people to understand their condition and the choices available to them through: Our Infoline which offers callers con...

Mind is a leading UK mental health charity and provide information, resources and advice regarding mental health. If you identify as LGBTQIA+ and require mental health support, their LGBTQIA+ mental health section may be helpful. LGBTQIA+ mental health gives information about mental health support ...

akt supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the uk who are experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile or abusive environment. akt is here for anyone aged 16-25 in the UK who identify as LGBTQ+, including non-binary people and questioning. Our service centres are based in London, Manchester,...

LGBTQ+? Aged 16-25? At akt we work with incredible young people like you everyday - and we want to make sure we have your input in everything we do! We believe that your voices and opinions can strengthen and empower our LGBTQ+ community and can help akt address the issues and challenges you face a...

ADVICE AND COUNSELLING: Imams’ advice The East London Mosque’s Imams can advise on a wide range of matters, such as marriage, bereavement, family problems, and Islamic guidance. Counselling We offer a free professional counselling service, currently for women only. Pro Bono at the LMC PBLMC offers...