Helplines and Support Organisations
There are times when, as a youth leader, you might face a sensitive situation and want specialist advice. Equally, as a young person perhaps you would like to talk to someone on a confidential basis. The following organisations and helplines are a few that we hope you find of help.
Jewish organisations
JAT: The Jewish sexual health charity – formerly the Jewish Aids Trust – runs culturally and religiously sensitive sexual health workshops in Jewish schools from Years 5-13; for Jewish pupils in non-Jewish schools; for members of youth clubs; and a specific programme for youth leaders. Tel: 020 8952 5253
e-mail admin@jat-uk.org, website www.jat-uk.org
Miyad is a national helpline for the Jewish community, staffed by professionally trained volunteers. Contact: 0800 652 9249. Helpline hours: Sun-Thu 12pm-12am, Fri before Shabbat, after Shabbat in winter. www.jewishhelpline.co.uk and add e-mail: jewishhl@googlemail.com
The Boys Clubhouse - Runs programmes for young males from orthodox homes who are not engaged in education, employment or training - or have other issues that trouble them. For more information see www.theclubhouse.biz, or contact Ari Leaman - e-mail: ari@theclubhouse.biz, telephone: 020 8090 5094
Christian organisations
Youth For Christ – A national Christian charity working with around 200,000 young people each month. Full-time staff and vlounteers specialise in working with unchurched youth. Contact: Coombswood Way, Halesowen, West Midlands B62 8BH, tel: 0121 502 9620, e-mail: yfc@yfc.co.uk , website: www.yfc.co.uk
Crossline – A helpline staffed by Christian volunteers who have completed an intensive listener training course, with some having approved training in counselling. Contact: 01482 620 820 (for Hull). Helpline hours: 7pm-10pm every night. E-mail: prayer@crossline.karoo.co.uk, see website for the four additional Crossline centres: www.crossline.karoo.net
Soul Survivor (including Soulnet) – networking and resources for Christian youth workers– summer events, conferences and resources – www.soulsurvivor.com
Youth 2000 – a prayer group initiative for 16 yrs plus. Catholic in origin, but open to all - www.youth2000.org
Good Book Company – Christian books and Bible study resources www.thegoodbook.co.uk
Christian Youth Work Training – information about Christian youth work training in the UK - www.cywt.org.uk
Church Pastoral Aid Society - For advice, guidance and templates - www.cpas.org.uk
Centre for Youth Ministry – Training and Resources including a New 10 Commandments for Christian Youth Work - www.centreforyouthministry.ac.uk
The Children’s Society – The Children's Society is a leading national charity, driven by the belief that every child deserves a good childhood- www.childrenssociety.org.uk
New Wine – summer camps, networks and resources - www.new-wine.org
Pathway – Christian education project for children across North London - www.pathwayonline.co.uk
CAFOD - The CAFOD youth team works directly with those who have face-to-face contact with young people, and aims to produce resources to best serve your needs, as well as training and support in all aspects of youth work relating to global justice.
To find out more, go to www.cafod.org.uk or e-mail youth@cafod.org.uk
Muslim organisations
Muslim Community Helpline - Emotional support service for Muslims.PO box 803, Harrow HA1 9DY – 020 8904 8193/ 020 908 6715
www.muslimcommunityhelpline.org.uk
Muslim Health Network - Promotes health education to the Muslim community.
Telephone: 020 8799 4475, e-mail: info@muslimhealthnetwork.org
Muslim Line - Dedicated to providing general information and logging cases of Islamaphobia. 0845 22 50 50 2 (calls charged at local rate)
9.30am-6pm Monday-Friday
Muslim Support - Confidential advice on adoption and cancer.79 Bodnant Avenue, Leicester LE5. 0116 273 8547
Muslim Youth Helpline – A registered charity which provides pioneering faith and culturally sensitive services to Muslim youth in the UK. Contact: 0808 808 2008 (freephone from all UK landlines). Helpline hours: Mon-Fri 6pm-12am, Sat-Sun 12pm-12am. Internet WebChat hours Mon-Fri 6pm-12am, Sat-Sun 12pm-12am .
E-mail – help@myh.org.uk, website: www.myh.org.uk
Sikh organisations
Sikh Helpline – Telephone counselling and e-mail enquiry service offering help and information on Sikhism and cultural issues. The line was set up to cater to youth under the age of 21 and is run by trained people who are conversant in both English and Punjabi. Lines open 24 hours a day. Contact: 0845 644 0704, e-mail: info@sikhhelpline.com, website: www.sikhhelpline.com
Hate Crime
All crimes against a person because of their religion or faith are defined as a hate crime. Barnet is an extremely diverse borough and everyone has the right to live, work, socialise and worship in a safe and secure environment.
There are many ways in which you can report a hate crime. In an emergency, dial 999. Alternatively, you can report all hate crimes to the Community Safety Unit at Colindale Police Station by calling 020 8733 5159.
For more information on faith-based hate crime or how to report an incident, please contact: Trudi Sills, Community Safety Manager
Tel: 020 8359 5623
Email: trudi.sills@barnet.gov.uk
