ABUSE



Kidscape
Kidscape is committed to keeping children safe from abuse. Kidscape is the first charity in the UK established specifically to prevent bullying and child sexual abuse. Kidscape believes that protecting children from harm is key.

Lantern Project
care & support for survivors of sexual abuse

NAPAC
NAPAC is the National Association for People Abused in Childhood. We are a registered charity, based in the UK, providing support and information for people abused in childhood.

RASA
RASA is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity. It was started in 1986 by a group of local women who were aware of the effects of sexual abuse and rape on a woman's life. Whether it is happening now, happened recently or happened a long time ago, we are here to support you.

Survivors UK
Within our society there is much ignorance, taboo and misinformation on the crime of male rape and sexual abuse. At Survivors UK we know that in order to help the many thousands of men who have suffered this terrible ordeal, we need to dispel the myths and break down the taboos of male sexual assault.



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ADVICE AND SUPPORT


Citizen's advice Bureau
The online CAB service that provides independent advice on your rights.

CALM - Campaign Against Living Miserably
When you need it we’re here with some advice, support or information. Because this myth of strong equal’s silent needs to end. Silence is what victims do. Come here and get some advice about where to go in such times.

Listening Ear Merseyside
Listening Ear Merseyside provides a range of free, caring and confidential opportunities for you to share your concerns with trained Listeners and Councellors.

Liverpool Youth Service
Welcome to Liverpool Youth Services website where young people can search for things to do, places to go and people to talk to.  The website lists activities from 100s of organisations, which you can search to find exactly what your looking for - so if you want to know where you can rock climb, do health and beauty workshops or dj.



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BEREAVEMENT

Child Bereavement Charity
information, support and resources for families and professionals when a child dies, and when a child is bereaved.

Babyloss
The Babyloss website provides information and support online for anyone affected by the death of a baby during pregnancy, at birth, or shortly afterwards. We hold an annual Awareness Campaign each October, joining forces with four national charities to plan remembrance events, distribute ribbon pins, and to raise awareness of pregnancy loss and infant loss amongst the general public and within the health sector.

The Ruby Care Foundation
The Ruby Care Foundation is an international educational charity which was founded by people with a wealth of different kinds of hands-on experience, who care deeply about end-of-life issues; we offer care, counselling and support to those approaching their time of departure from this life.

WAY foundation
When you're widowed and young, most people have no idea what you're going through. You feel alone, lost and scared. But we understand - we've all been there too. Every member of WAY lost their partner at an early age. We run social groups across the UK and are growing all the time - there's probably a group near you.

MIND - Bereavement information
Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales.



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BLACK AND MINORITY ETHNIC




Blacknet
Blacknet UK is a member driven site, the information here is provided by members source and add their articles, news, events, reviews and opinions to the site which is important to them and the community.

Muslim Enterprise Development Service
MEDS will provide practical, professional, technical and financial advice in the development of new and existing Muslim businesses on Merseyside. We aim to develop the capacity of Muslims to create employment and enhance the contribution Muslims make to the well-being of society. Through this we hope to assist in the integration of Muslims into the mainstream economic and social life of the region.


Black UK online
Download the latest issue of Keep the Faith. 




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DISABILITY



Liverpool.gov.uk
A list of local support groups and organisations in Liverpool supporting disability.


Mersey Disability
MDF provides support for voluntary and community groups in Merseyside and the surrounding areas that are of and for disabled people. As an umbrella group our main aim is to build the capacity of groups: we help you so that you can be more effective in your work of breaking down the barriers faced by disabled people.

Our work is based on what our member organisations see as important for them. We regularly consult with our members about our priorities and the work that we should take forward.



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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE


Project Chrysalis
Project Chrysalis is a domestic violence project, which was founded over three years ago due to personal experiences and concerns about the lack of service provision for victims/survivors experiencing domestic violence within our community.


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DRUGS AND ALCOHOL


Liverpool.gov.uk
The local authority Drug and Alcohol Team was formed in 1995 Under the Community Care Act, the Drug Alcohol Team became responsible for the assessment and funding of places in Drug Alcohol residential rehabilitation units.


ADDACTION
You may have drink or drug issues yourself, or you may know someone who has a problem. Addaction can help. We're the UK's biggest drug and alcohol treatment charity and our services are both confidential and free.



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EATING DISTRESS


Mind - Eating Distress information
Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. This link covers many areas of Eating Distress.

Goodhealthinfo.org
Eating distress is a disease where the mind absorbs all the negative assumptions the person has about him or herself, i.e. the negative thoughts become more powerful than the positive thoughts, and have much more influence on the person's thinking, feelings and behaviour. This state of mind develops subconsciously and the person is not aware that they are the victim of this negative condition.


eating - disorders.org.uk
The National Centre for Eating Disorders, established in 1984, provides counselling solutions for all the eating disorders, including binge eating, yo-yo dieting, bulimia, fear of eating and anorexia. We also provide innovative and practical training courses for health professionals working with eating disorders.



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HIV / AIDS


http://www.avert.org
AVERT is an international HIV and AIDS charity based in the UK, working to AVERT HIV and AIDS worldwide. AVERT has HIV and AIDS projects in countries where there is a particularly high rate of infection, such as South Africa, or where there is a rapidly increasing rate of infection such as in India. We also take AIDS education and information to people in almost every country in the world through our web site, www.avert.org, the world's most popular AIDS website.


Disability UK
Hiv and Aids Contacts List from Disability UK

Liverpool NHS - Community Specialist HIV/AIDS Nursing
A community-based, citywide specialist nursing service

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HOMELESSNESS


Homeless UK - Information about services that help homeless people
Information on over 8,000 services, including hostels, day centres and other advice and support services for homeless people.


The Whitechapel Centre
The Whitechapel Centre was set up in 1975 to address the growing numbers of homeless people around inner city Liverpool. Since then, we've grown in scope, experience and professionalism.


Help4me.info
Hostel provision for up to 74 families in one of 3 centres in the City for families who are homeless.Shared amenities include bathrooms and kitchens.Staffed 24/7 Homeless Hostel, B & B or other temporary accommodation 74 units 24hr waking Accom Based Service.



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HUMAN RIGHTS


Amnesty International
Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights for all. Our supporters are outraged by human rights abuses but inspired by hope for a better world - so we work to improve human rights through campaigning and international solidarity.


Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch is dedicated to protecting the human rights of people around the world. We stand with victims and activists to prevent discrimination, to uphold political freedom, to protect people from inhumane conduct in wartime, and to bring offenders to justice. We investigate and expose human rights violations and hold abusers accountable.


INQUEST
INQUEST is a charity that provides a free advice service to bereaved people on contentious deaths and their investigation with a particular focus on deaths in custody. Casework also informs our research, parliamentary, campaigning and policy work.

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LESBIAN, GAY, GENDER


www.lgf.org.uk
We help influence public policy and opinion on LGBT issues by liaising with leaders in eduction, religion and politics, and by involvement in events such as the LGBT Health Summit .


Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans History Month
Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans History Month takes place every year in February . It celebrates the lives and achievements of the LGBT community. We are committed to celebrate its diversity and that of the society as a whole. We encourage everyone to see diversity and cultural pluralism as the positive forces that they are and endeavour to reflect this in all we do.


GALOP
Galop is London's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community safety charity. We are a driving force in changing the way the police work with our communities and give advice and support to those affected by homophobic and transphobic violence or hate crime.



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MENTAL DISTRESS


Liverpool Mental Health Awareness
Liverpool Mental Health Awareness (LMHA) understands mental health as personal development and well-being - emotionally, creatively, intellectually and spiritually.

IMAGINE
“Imagine has a positive approach to mental health and works to promote opportunities for people to live a full and independent life .” In the last year the organisation has expanded. Today more than 1000 people use Imagine services, in Liverpool, Halton, Lancashire, Sefton, Wirral, London and Greater Manchester.


MIND
Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. We work to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress.

42nd Street
For over 25 years 42nd Street has been providing support services to young people experiencing stress and mental health problems. With about one in ten young people experiencing some form of mental health problem in the UK the need for dedicated, high-quality support remains as pressing as ever.


www.madnotbad.co.uk
I'm 30, had lots of MH experience (mostly in the last 10 years but hey, who's counting). As well as being 'mad' I write (lots), sing (also lots) and am attempting to have a life (occasionally). I'm very lucky to have the support of friends and family - though some bravely ran away when it became obvious all wasn't well in wonderland. Scared, I guess.



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MEN


www.fatherhoodinstitute.org
The Institute's vision is for a society that gives all children a strong and positive relationship with their father and any father-figures; supports both mothers and fathers as earners and carers; and prepares boys and girls for a future shared role in caring for children.

Welcome to the Survivors UK website
For over twenty years, we've been providing information, support and counselling for men who have been raped or sexually abused. Thousands of men contact us each year.


The Mens Health Forum
The Men's Health Forum, which was founded in 1994, is an independent body that works with a wide range of individuals and organisations to tackle this problem. Now well-established with an active membership, we work for the development of health services that meet men's needs and to enable men to change their risk-taking behaviours. Our members, partners, staff and executive officers bring a wealth of experience in healthcare, media, business and grassroots activity.

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SELF HARM


RecoverYourLife
Welcome to RecoverYourLife.com, one of the biggest and best Self Harm Support Communities on the Internet. We strongly believe in a free and open atmosphere here and our non-judgemental approach to all things Self Harm has been a help to thousands of people already. Come in and join us! You're not alone anymore....


selfharm.org
This site is a key information resource for young people who self-harm, their friends and families, and professionals working with them.


National Self Harm Network
NSHN is a registered charity currently funded by the Big Lottery. Based in Nottingham, the charity offers its services nationwide.



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SUICIDE


SupportLine.org.uk
If you are feeling suicidal now you may be feeling very alone, lost, frightened, confused. You may be feeling there is no other way out of your problem, difficulties, worries, feelings, or whatever reason you are contemplating taking your life.


Youth2Youth.co.uk
Many young people find it difficult to talk to adults; some do not trust them and often young people feel older people just do not understand. Considering the difficulties some young people face when talking to adults there are very few opportunities to contact alternative services. Here at Y2Y we provide that alternative. Our helpline staff are all young people themselves who have been specially trained to help.



CHILDLINE.ORG.UK
Talking about how you feel and being listened to can help you find a way through your feelings. It's really important that you talk to someone if you are feeling suicidal. We are here 24 hours a day for you to talk to and if you don't get through the first time, please try again until you do.

childline 0800 1111

The Samaritans
Samaritans provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide.



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VIOLENCE


Advice Guide
Advice on issues relating to Domestic violence.


VictimSupport.org
Victim Support is the independent national charity which helps people cope with crime. We have a network of local branches across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

DIRECT.GOV.UK
If you are thinking about leaving an abusive relationship and are worried about your safety and that of your child, there is help available. Men have exactly the same rights as women to be safe in their own homes and are entitled to the same help.

officium.org.uk
This site is a guide to assist people affected by violent crime. It aims to highlight important matters and point people in the right direction. This site also promotes my work related to crime victims and witnesses. My handbook is a guide to all that is best in the field of personal, legal, community and political matters I have come across.




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WOMEN


Womens Aid
Women's Aid is the key national charity working to end domestic violence against women and children. We support a network of over 500 domestic and sexual violence services across the UK.


refuge.org.uk
Refuge's network of safe houses provides emergency accommodation for women and children when they are most in need.


Breast Cancer Care
Breast Cancer Care's vision is that everyone affected by breast cancer will receive the highest standards of treatment, support and care.


Positively Women
Positively Women is the only national charity working to improve the quality of life of women and families affected by HIV.





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