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.

We will check resources regularly, but please contact us if you find an error or a broken link as it will help us to fix it quickly.

Disclaimer: We aim to keep the information in this section up to date and correct. However we do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information or services. Any reliance you place on this information is therefore strictly at your own risk. Where we provide links to other websites, Connected Voice has no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

Provides advice, information and support for families with disabled children. Contact website
Supports people who face court proceedings alone
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC) offers support to adult survivors of childhood abuse and training for those who support them. NAPAC website
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.
Provides free advice for disabled people and fights injustice. Disability Law Service website
Support and advice for homeless people
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
Guide to conditions, symptoms and treatments, including what to do and when to get help. NHS website
British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) provides information about women’s reproductive choices including pregnancy, contraception and abortion. BPAS website