Young person’s portal
We’ve collated what we hope is some useful information below. If you think something is missing feel free to drop us an email.
If you would like to send your ideas, queries or worries to someone at EMD UK please click here.
Using the Internet and Social Media
If you are worried about the way someone has been talking to you online, you can raise your concern with CEOP. This is a safe place where you can report any worries you are experiencing online.
ThinkUKnow is a great website to visit if you’d like to find the latest information on the sites you visit, mobiles and new technology. Find out what’s good, what’s not and what you can do about it.
Be smart with your web browsing. Visit UK Safer Internet Centre for games, quizzes and advice on how you can get the most out of your favourite sites and apps whilst staying safe.
People You Can Speak To
You can chat to ChildLine about any worries you might have. They also have online chats and forums just for you. ChildLine also have support and advice on what to do if you’re being bullied, as well as different types of bullying.
Self Confidence
Along with exercising, moving and dancing, there are some great campaigns that help children and young people with any questions or worries they have around self-confidence and body image. Here are some of them…
Body Gossip
Be the best version of yourself and rock your own brand of gorgeous! Share and read other people’s body image stories, watch films and get advice on self-confidence from well-known celebrities, campaigners and other young people.
Center for Young Women’s Health
This website provides lots of health information for teens across the world. They have a great section on self-esteem with some ideas on how to help you feel your best and help others around you.