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TheSite.org
- Presents a wealth of information, fact sheets, discussion and advice for children and young adults on key issues such as relationships, sex, money, the law, health, study, careers and rights.
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11 Million - The Children's Commissioner for England
- Details what the Children's Commissioner does and provides information on how children in England can have their say.
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Are You OK?
- Victim support organisation which helps young victims of or witnesses to crime. Includes games and personal stories.
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Battlefront
- Online and Channel 4 project which helps and mentors 14-21 year olds to start their own campaigns on issues of importance to them. Includes games, newsletters, behind the scenes glimpses of the shows and full details of all the campaigns launched.
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BBC Webwise
- Offers advice about keeping your children safe on social networks with details of search engines designed for use by kids and some popular children's sites worth visiting.
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BigVoiceOxfordshire
- Child rights information for children in Oxfordshire.
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British Youth Council
- An organisation of young people for young people, encouraging involvement and participation. Information about their training workshops, volunteer opportunities, and network of local Youth Councils.
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Britkid
- Animations introduce children from different ethnic backgrounds, explaining about their families, religions, languages and backgrounds and examines the issues of racism as these children come across them.
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BT Big Voice
- Opportunity for young people aged 11+ to turn their ideas about improving inclusion and diversity in their societies into short films; winning films will be shown on big screens during the London 2012 Olympics.
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Children's Commissioner for Wales
- Explains to children in Wales who the Children's Commissioner is and what it means to them. Contains details of how the Commission works, with downloads, publications and children's questionnaire form.
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Children's Rights Services: Newham London
- A child advocacy service protecting children from harm within the London borough of Newham.
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Christmas Webquest for Kids
- Provides a webquest for children all about how Christmas is celebrated in the UK.
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Clic Online
- National information and advice service for young people in Wales, offering bilingual sections on education, rights, housing, the environment and careers, among other topics.
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Competitions for Young People
- Details a variety of annual competitions for young people, including for chefs, photograhers and creative writers, run by Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland.
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Derbyshire Police Young Space
- Features information for primary aged children about who the police are, what they do and how to stay safe. Also includes a fingerprinting game and other activities.
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Diana Award
- National award scheme, in memory of the late Princess Diana, which recognises children who have made significant contributions to their community or against bullying. Includes details of how to nominate.
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DirectGov: Young People
- Government site offering information for children and teens on a variety of subjects, from learning and money to bullying and coping with divorce.
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Drop the Weapons
- Metropolitan Police site which aims to educate young people about knife and gun crime.
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Encyclopaedia Britannica Spotlight on Chinese New Year
- Offers an article for children about Chinese New Year, with suggested activities.
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Georgie Henley
- Official site of child actress Georgie Henley who starred in the Chronicles of Narnia and the Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. Includes details of her awards.
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Get Connected
- Presents full details of this free, confidential helpline which assists young people with a wide range of issues, including mental health problems, violence and abuse, benefits, housing, addictions and school issues.
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G-Nation
- Provides resources and support to encourage UK teenagers to get involved in charity, community, social enterprise and campaigning action. Includes a news library, lists of charities and how young people can help each one, games and analysis of how much various celebrities do for good causes.
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Halloween for Kids
- Presents a wide variety of Halloween activities, games and craft and recipe ideas for children, plus information on the history of Halloween.
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Hot Philosophy
- Provides discussion ideas and resources for children and young people interested in philosophy.
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Infocow
- Social search engine aimed at young people aged 14-19, hoping to provide them with resources and links relevant to the issues in their lives.
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Law Stuff
- Contains straightforward information on the law and children's legal rights, including a mythbusters section about the legal age for certain activities. Presented by the Children's Legal Centre.
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Live UnLtd
- Provides young people aged 11-21 with funding and support to set up projects which change their communities for the better. Includes information on how to apply.
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Magistrate's Association Youth Site
- Provides information for children on courts, the law and the role of the magistrate, including games and activities.
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Me Tycoon
- Extensive online careers and life path game for young people, in which the decisions they make directly affect their future and their happiness.
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Myths and Legends
- Features animated and narrated myths and legends from around Britain.
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NICCY - Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People
- Provides features and articles about the work of the Commissioner in Northern Ireland and offers games, research information and polls.
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O2 Think Big
- Encourages social and community enterprise among young people, awarding grants and promoting big ideas.
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Ombudsman for Children
- Government office established to support children and young people in Ireland. Includes information on children's rights.
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Online Advent Calendar 2010
- Interactive advent calendar from the award winning Woodlands Junior School website. Each day, children can "open" a door and find out about Christmas traditions and celebrations around the world.
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The Pakistan Connection
- Helps children to learn about the ties between Britain and Pakistan, with details of our shared history, plus information on Pakistani culture, arts, fashion and sport.
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Positive Futures
- Features video stories and information on current projects from this charity which helps young people from deprived communities steer clear of crime, drug and alcohol misuse and move forward in their lives.
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Rights 4 Me
- Hub for children living away from home - whether in boarding schools, children's homes or with foster parents. Provides information about children's rights and advice on being heard.
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Scotland's Commissioner for Children and Young People
- Describes the work of the Children's Commissioner in Scotland and features news, downloadable leaflets, games and information about children's rights.
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Sea Vision UK
- Aims to raise awareness among young people of the importance of Britain's maritime industries.
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Shadow CS
- Interactive site for children aged 11-14, focusing on an understanding of crime. Includes games, downloads and a background guide to the law. From Crimestoppers.
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Tear Fund Youth
- Christian youth organisation which campaigns on issues concerning the environment, poverty, HIV and justice around the world. Contains information for teens, students and younger children, with details of how to get involved.
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Time Travellers
- Features an extensive look at the lives of young Scottish gypsies and travellers, including video clips and photography. Focuses on the history and culture of travellers, as well as their modern lifestyles and aspirations.
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Voice of Young People in Care
- Works across Northern Ireland to empower children and young people with an experience of care to participate in decisions affecting their lives; describes their programmes, with information for young people and professionals.
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Web Dictionary
- Check out this online knowledge resource, dictionary, and thesaurus rolled into one.
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Who Cares Trust: Are You In Care?
- Young people's section of the Who Cares Trust; provides magazines, articles, stories and information for children and young people currently in care or about to leave care.
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Young Scot
- Information portal for Scottish young people aged 11+. Includes have your say sections as well as event listings, details of educational and arts opportunities and lifestyle and health advice.
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Young Veggie
- The Vegetarian Society's site for young vegetarians offers recipes, FAQ and advice for informing parents of your wishes, together with educational resources, ideas for campaigning and a fun section.
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Youth Justice Board: Children and Young People
- Explains to older children how the youth justice system in England and Wales works, and provides a downloadable magazine written by and for young people in custody.
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