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Oxfordshire is a great place to grow up, be successful, and get the help you need help to get the best start in life.
Oxfordshire is a great place to grow up, be successful, and get the help you need help to get the best start in life.
Most young people do volunteering in some way or another, and it does them good too!
Child sexual exploitation is a form of child abuse where an adult targets a vulnerable child, often during their teenage years, to sexual abuse them
Using digital devices and mobile phones to hurt, annoy or harass people is bullying. Learn how to use digital devices safely and supportively.
Find out more about the digital and distanced services provided by the Oxfordshire Library Service
Domestic abuse is when someone is being hurt or victimised by their partner. It is a crime.
The Duke of Edinburgh programme helps young people aged 14-24 develop skills and fulfil their potential
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is when a girl’s genitals (private parts) are cut. This is illegal in the UK.
Thinking about volunteering? Here are some ways to find opportunities
Honour based abuse is illegal in the UK and a serious crime.
Local libraries offer plenty of things to read, borrow, watch and listen to, mostly for free!
Modern slavery is when someone is forced to work for no money. It is illegal and a form of abuse.
Young people are at risk from being targeted by extremist and terrorist groups for radicalisation
Find out more about the risks of sending nudes, and hear what young people in Oxfordshire had to say about sexting
Rape and Sexual assault is when someone touches you in a way that is inappropriate and against your wishes (does not give consent), this is against the law.
Volunteering is good for your CV, helps your well-being and builds your skills
Terrorist acts are rare, and everyone can act to make their communities a safer place for all
Find out more about the fun things going on in your local library
Abuse is a crime. It can happen to children (anyone aged under 18) of all backgrounds. There is support in Oxfordshire to help keep all children safe
Know what to do if you or someone you know has been a victim of crime.