children’s lives
What
a wonderful difference you’re making
Because of you...
counselling sessions were delivered in 2022/23, for young people who contacted Childline.
year olds around the country learned how to Speak out Stay safe against abuse.
contacts from adults who were worried about children to our Helpline resulted in a referral in 2022/23.
“Thank you for allowing me to talk about my problems”
Childline is the UK’s free and confidential 24-hour service for children and young people. Whether it’s on the phone or online, we’re here to help.
When children contact Childline, you’re making sure our trained counsellors are there to listen. The Childline website is also available, for information and advice whenever they might need it.
The importance of giving children a safe space to talk about their feelings is crucial. It can even make a lifechanging difference.
Here are some of the things young people have shared, after receiving support from Childline:
“If it wasn’t for Childline, things would still be a mess.” Boy, 16
“It feels like I’ve broken out of the dark place I was in.” Girl, 15
“Thank you for caring. Talking to someone has made me feel much better.” Boy, 16
“Now I have someone to talk to”
Sadly, research suggests that around 1 in 15 children in the UK have been emotionally abused. But child abuse is preventable – not inevitable.
Our SpeakoutStaysafe assemblies and workshops are available to all primary schools in the UK and Channel Islands. They help children to understand what abuse is, how to spot the signs, and what to do if they are ever made to feel scared or worried.
This is such a vital message that we want every child in the UK to hear. Your support is allowing us to share this message, far and wide.
Children from a year 5 class in London took part in a Speakout Staysafeworkshop. Here’s what they told us:
“It was really helpful and taught me what to do when sad or anxious.” Child in Year 5
“A good reminder on how to stay safe.” Child in Year 5
“The NSPCC visit to my school was very interesting because it made me think of some problems I’ve been having online.” Girl, 16
Year 5 child, London
“It makes me feel better knowing I can contact NSPCC for support”
These are just a few examples of the impact you’re having on children’s lives.
It can be difficult to know what to do if you are worried about a child’s safety or welfare. But with the NSPCC Helpline, we’re here for you. Adults can contact the NSPCC Helpline, whatever their worry about a child is. Some of the most common concerns we hear about are neglect, physical abuse, and sexual abuse and exploitation. On average, around 200 worried adults a day call our Helpline, with concerns about children. It’s thanks to you that we’re always there to answer and make referrals if needed.
Here are some of the things adults have told us after they contacted the NSPCC Helpline:
“It makes me feel better knowing I can contact NSPCC again for more support.” Mother, NSPCC Helpline
“Thank you for your advice, I will try the services you recommended.”
Father, NSPCC Helpline
“I want to protect my granddaughter but I didn’t know how when I’m not her legal guardian. Thank you for referring this for me.”
Family Member, NSPCC Helpline
The NSPCC offers children support, in all shapes and sizes. And it is with thanks to you, that this work is possible.
Your kindness and support is helping shape our work around children’s needs.
Whatever the future may hold for them, we are evolving together.
Once again, thank you so much
Mother, NSPCC Helpline
*The children pictured are models.
© National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. © NSPCC 2024. Registered charity England and Wales 216401. Scotland SCO37717 and Jersey 384. MLP25_LIFT Thank you for your continued support Together, we can be here for all children. Throughout 2024, and beyond.
Photography by Tom Hull and Abbie Trayler-Smith.