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Trans youth 'waiting over six years for first NHS gender appointment'

Trans youth face extreme delays, with potential waits exceeding six years for NHS gender services.
#homelessness

1 in 8 NYC Public School Students Experienced Homelessness Last Year. See How Many Were in Your District.

The number of homeless students in NYC public schools has reached an all-time high of 146,733.
This marks the largest single-year increase in the past nine years.

English councils illegally turning away homeless young people, charity says

Councils are illegally turning away young homeless people and pregnant women, worsening the housing crisis in England.

'Saved my life': Toronto winter respite program offers shelter to homeless youth | CBC News

Covenant House Toronto provides essential shelter and support for unhoused youth, significantly impacting their lives by helping them find stability.

Petition filed to keep planned Rockwood homeless shelter away from Davis Elementary

Local residents are petitioning against a homeless services center near an elementary school and youth program due to safety concerns.

1 in 8 NYC Public School Students Experienced Homelessness Last Year. See How Many Were in Your District.

The number of homeless students in NYC public schools has reached an all-time high of 146,733.
This marks the largest single-year increase in the past nine years.

English councils illegally turning away homeless young people, charity says

Councils are illegally turning away young homeless people and pregnant women, worsening the housing crisis in England.

'Saved my life': Toronto winter respite program offers shelter to homeless youth | CBC News

Covenant House Toronto provides essential shelter and support for unhoused youth, significantly impacting their lives by helping them find stability.

Petition filed to keep planned Rockwood homeless shelter away from Davis Elementary

Local residents are petitioning against a homeless services center near an elementary school and youth program due to safety concerns.
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#mental-health

Long wait for NHS mental healthcare has stark consequences for children's life chances'

One-third of child psychiatrist positions in England are vacant, leading to long wait times for mental health care and negative outcomes for children.

Navigator Emergency Department Diversion Models for Non-Urgent Mental Health Concerns

Research on patient navigation models may effectively reduce non-urgent emergency department visits for youth mental health concerns.

California Health Official Helped London-Based Company and Traveled on Its Dime | KQED

California's mental health commission director advocates for digital mental health strategies while working to secure funding for Kooth's $271 million contract.

Sinn Fein would replace Camhs and extend youth mental health services to age 25

Sinn Féin's Mental Health Action Plan prioritizes youth mental health services and early intervention up to age 25, addressing significant service gaps.

Opinion: Young people can connect to mental health services

Teachers are overwhelmed by multiple roles beyond teaching, such as counseling and nursing, which they are not trained to handle.

Pieta House calls for 'immediate investment' from Government to keep services going into 2025 and beyond

The charity advocates for national priority on suicide prevention, emphasizing urgent measures and funding for youth mental health services.

Long wait for NHS mental healthcare has stark consequences for children's life chances'

One-third of child psychiatrist positions in England are vacant, leading to long wait times for mental health care and negative outcomes for children.

Navigator Emergency Department Diversion Models for Non-Urgent Mental Health Concerns

Research on patient navigation models may effectively reduce non-urgent emergency department visits for youth mental health concerns.

California Health Official Helped London-Based Company and Traveled on Its Dime | KQED

California's mental health commission director advocates for digital mental health strategies while working to secure funding for Kooth's $271 million contract.

Sinn Fein would replace Camhs and extend youth mental health services to age 25

Sinn Féin's Mental Health Action Plan prioritizes youth mental health services and early intervention up to age 25, addressing significant service gaps.

Opinion: Young people can connect to mental health services

Teachers are overwhelmed by multiple roles beyond teaching, such as counseling and nursing, which they are not trained to handle.

Pieta House calls for 'immediate investment' from Government to keep services going into 2025 and beyond

The charity advocates for national priority on suicide prevention, emphasizing urgent measures and funding for youth mental health services.
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Youth services should have had a big budget boost | Brief letters

Youth services have seen a 73% budget cut since 2010-11 in England, which raises concerns about their future funding and importance.
#youth-development

Stormzy opens community centre as No 10 criticised for failing youth

Stormzy is opening a community centre in London to help young people, addressing the need for more youth services funding.

The Lack of Youth Clubs in Kent

Youth clubs in Kent are crucial for youth development but are significantly lacking in number and funding compared to wealthier regions.

Stormzy opens community centre as No 10 criticised for failing youth

Stormzy is opening a community centre in London to help young people, addressing the need for more youth services funding.

The Lack of Youth Clubs in Kent

Youth clubs in Kent are crucial for youth development but are significantly lacking in number and funding compared to wealthier regions.
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Halfway there: East Flatbush's Shirley Chisholm Rec Center on track for 2025 opening

The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center aims to serve local youth and reduce violence in East Flatbush through a community-driven initiative.

A shattering effect': Birmingham youth services face huge cuts

Birmingham's youth services face severe cuts, risking job losses and the closure of youth centers, profoundly impacting the young population.
#community-support

Youth club keeping kids off streets marks 140 years

The Devas Club has significantly influenced local youth, offering a positive environment that helps prevent crime.

MacKenzie Scott donates $640 million, with $137 million going to California nonprofits

Nonprofit received double the expected donation amount from MacKenzie Scott
Funds will be used to expand housing and mental health services for vulnerable youth.

Youth club keeping kids off streets marks 140 years

The Devas Club has significantly influenced local youth, offering a positive environment that helps prevent crime.

MacKenzie Scott donates $640 million, with $137 million going to California nonprofits

Nonprofit received double the expected donation amount from MacKenzie Scott
Funds will be used to expand housing and mental health services for vulnerable youth.
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#knife-crime

Sixteen-year-old boy accused of Harry Pitman murder weeps in court

A 16-year-old boy is facing a potential life sentence for the murder of another 16-year-old boy in north London.
The accused pleaded not guilty and a trial has been scheduled for September 2nd if he maintains his plea.

James Cleverly: London knife crime driving up national statistics

Under-25 hospital admissions decreased by 2% in England and Wales, but increased by 17% in London.
The home secretary plans to clamp down on knife crime, including zombie-style knives.

Sixteen-year-old boy accused of Harry Pitman murder weeps in court

A 16-year-old boy is facing a potential life sentence for the murder of another 16-year-old boy in north London.
The accused pleaded not guilty and a trial has been scheduled for September 2nd if he maintains his plea.

James Cleverly: London knife crime driving up national statistics

Under-25 hospital admissions decreased by 2% in England and Wales, but increased by 17% in London.
The home secretary plans to clamp down on knife crime, including zombie-style knives.
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