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Crime

Find out about the law and get support if you've been involved in crime.

Going to court

Get help and advice about going to court and what will happen.

Gangs

Get support if you're involved with gangs or worried about what's happening.

Gun and knife crime

Get advice if you or someone you know are involved in gun and knife crime.

Forced marriage

Forced marriages can happen in secret and can also be planned by parents, family or religious leaders. It may involve physical abuse, sexual abuse or emotional abuse.

Debt bondage

If you're being told you're in debt, that you owe someone, or you're worried about your safety then we're here to help.

Racism and racial bullying

Get help and advice if someone is being abusive or nasty to you because of your race.

Discrimination, hate crime and equality

Find out what it means and what you can do to protect yourself.

Your rights

Find out when it's legal for you to do certain things.

Understand Me

It can be hard to talk when you’re being judged on your race, religion or culture. But we're here to support you.

Get more support

Message boards

Talk anonymously to other young people about anything that’s happening.

Ask Sam

Write a message to Sam about anything, or look at what other people have asked.

Get support

We're here for you on the phone or online. Or try getting support from other young people on our message boards.

Toolbox

Take your mind off things with games, use our tools to find ways to cope or get creative and let your feelings out. It’s all in your handy toolbox.