Young people are our future and are the only resource we know which, if nurtured well, will increase in value.
Following discussions with survivors, teaching staff and young people around the issues relating to violence of all kinds it was agreed that an educational approach was well over due. In order to fulfill this need we carry out awareness talks with 5th and 6th year pupils and have an ongoing project with younger pupils in high schools throughout Forth Valley.
It is every young person's right to live without fear, without intimidation and without the threat of violence of any kind. It is time to encourage the young to speak out and to speak to one other to ensure the young people of the future are more able to live a safe, happy and fulfilled life.
We need to speak to young people before they embrace and adopt the negative attitudes of their peer groups and hope the long term effects will be: less violence due to more tolerance and the acceptance of responsibility, less drug use, fewer criminal activities, fewer social work referrals and fewer mental health problems.
The Information Line
This information service for young people is available on 01786 849380 and is operated by youth workers and volunteers. Please phone about any issue, including bullying, sexual abuse or any other worries you feel are serious and that you could do with help to sort out.
Volunteering
We also visit schools and youth groups to encourage young people to voice their opinions and join in group discussions on all issues relating to violence, using worksheets, videos and an interactive approach. All volunteers are vetted by Disclosure Scotland. If you are interested in young people and would like to volunteer with our Youth Project, please contact us for information.
Contact the Youth Project: (link to website from our 'Contact Us' page)
The Information Line: 01786 849380
Email: youthproject@ic24.net
Website: http://www.centralscotland-youthproject.co.uk/
