Alcohol & safer drinking
Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk
Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk
Oxfordshire is a great place to grow up, be successful, and get the help you need help to get the best start in life.
Cannabis is illegal in the UK and evidence shows it may be particularly risky for young people
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
Information about criminal exploitation and how you can access support
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.
Help for young people using drugs and alcohol is available
Children and young people in Oxfordshire can get help if there are issues with drugs or substance use
Information about support for young people in Oxfordshire who are vulnerable to drugs exploitation or being exploited.
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is when a girl’s genitals (private parts) are cut. This is illegal in the UK.
Honour based abuse is illegal in the UK and a serious crime.
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.
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.
When you are pregnant, you have choices
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.