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Illegal Highs

New drug-like substances are sometimes known as ‘legal highs.' But they are illegal and have serious health risks. People who buy and sell 'legal highs' are breaking the law.

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Learning for Young Parents

Young parents still need to stay in education, employment or training and your learning provider should support you to complete your studies

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Modern slavery

Modern slavery is when someone is forced to work for no money. It is illegal and a form of abuse.

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Radicalisation

Young people are at risk from being targeted by extremist and terrorist groups for radicalisation

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School leaving age

Children must stay in education, training and learning until age 18. This can be at school, college, or (after age 16) in a job with training, like an apprenticeship.

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Sexting

Find out more about the risks of sending nudes, and hear what young people in Oxfordshire had to say about sexting

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Sexual Assault & Rape

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.

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Staying out of Trouble

If you are worried that you or your friends are getting into trouble, there are things you can do to help

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Stop smoking

Information on how to get help if you, or someone you care for is smoking

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Terrorism

Terrorist acts are rare, and everyone can act to make their communities a safer place for all

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Types of Abuse

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

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TYSS Referral Form

Adults supporting a young person can request referral to the Targeted Youth Support Service using this form. You must have the child's consent.