Advocacy Resources

In this section we provide links to a wide range of useful national resources which you can use to help you advocate for yourself. Use the filter to select a subject. Click on the title of an item to see it in full then click on link to go to the website.

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British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) provides information about women’s reproductive choices including pregnancy, contraception and abortion. BPAS website
Information on immigration, seeking protection or asylum
Childline helps anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, their trained counsellors are there to support you. Childline website  
Women’s Aid is the national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. They provide information and support for women and children. Women's Aid website
You might be able to get free and confidential advice from Civil Legal Advice (CLA) as part of legal aid if you’re in England or Wales. Government website
You can contact Jobcentre Plus about: new benefit claims existing benefit claims changing or cancelling an appointment Search for your Jobcentre Plus website
Advice Centres provide advice and information about benefits and might be able to provide support for appeal tribunals. Find an independent Advice Centre near you Advice UK website
Support, advice and honest information about drugs and drug use including what to do in an emergency, what to do if you’re worried about a friend or a child, what drug treatment is like and how to find support. Frank website
Advice and support to empower anyone with a mental health problem
Sure Start centres give help and advice on child and family health, parenting, money, training and employment. Some centres also provide early learning and full day care for pre-school children.