The Louis Theroux “Inside the Manosphere” documentary highlights how online spaces shape young men’s views. From our work, boys aren’t choosing this content in isolation - many face vulnerabilities that can be exploited. We need empathetic, non-judgmental spaces for open conversations.

We presented at a Hounslow Council conference on “Addressing Street Harassment and Allyship”. We shared insights from our Positive Relationships and Sexual Behaviours service, highlighting the importance of recognising the whole young person, not just the behaviour.

Headlines about the "red v blue school wars" across London reveals a generational gap. While adults took the posts seriously, young people appeared to see the trend quite differently. This reminds us how important it is to understand the online spaces young people are navigating. 📄 bit.ly/3NcDKol

Big news (again!) 🎉 We're finalists in the Smiley Charity Film Awards and voting is open again! Cast your vote 🗳️https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/time-to-listen

This week our VIPs got together to talk about #InternationalWomensDay, beauty standards, stereotypes, and the pressures on girls and young women 🚺 One thing that stood out: many women think about how they’ll get home safely - planning routes or messaging when they arrive - while many men don’t.

A new report from OnSide highlights that young people who regularly attend youth clubs miss two days less school per year. Young people feel able to talk to their youth worker about wider issues, and the right support can be put in place before absence occurs. 🔗 bit.ly/46xpaOG

We support young Londoners affected by violence & exploitation, making sure their voices lead change. Findings from the London Assembly Police & Crime Committee echo what we hear daily: too many young people don’t see police as a place of safety. Read more: bit.ly/3P1gKZL

BBC’s investigation into teenage girls being lured into sexual exploitation by gangs in London is deeply distressing. Girls face specific, gendered risks. Sexual violence is rising, yet too often unseen or unsupported. We need stronger prevention and trauma-informed support. 📄 bit.ly/46siXUe

Sometimes the right support changes everything. From feeling lost and anxious to brighter and more confident ⭐ Thank you to everyone who helps young Londoner's stories turn from harm to hope. Donate and make a difference today 🔗 bit.ly/4pmncYt

We're finalists! 🥳 Thanks to your votes, 'Time to Listen' has reached the final of the 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards ! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted for us. This nomination is an incredible opportunity to make a difference for young Londoners 🧡

New plans mean every child caught carrying a knife will receive targeted intervention. Tackling root causes is such a positive step - but we must make sure they are delivered in a way that see the child first. Responses must be rooted in safeguarding and put children's welfare first 📄 bit.ly/4bZhubD

Thanks to The Londoner for talking to us about new data showing teenage homicide at its lowest level in 30 years. Progress matters - but exploitation is rising for many young Londoners. We need sustained investment in youth support to keep these trends moving in the right direction 🔗 bit.ly/4co72dB

We welcomed the chance to contribute to the London Assembly report on policing. As our Director of Practice said, too often the focus is on “what crime has been committed” rather than “what has happened to this child?”. Young people need to feel heard, believed and supported. 🔗 bit.ly/4r7gOFv

The Met Police has re-thought how it shares knife crime online after input from London's VRU YPAG said repeated knife imagery can increase fear and push some to carry for protection. Most don't to carry to harm, but from fear. Reducing violence means reducing fear. 📄 bit.ly/3O766jN

We're supporting Amendment 221 to put Child Rights Impact Assessments on a statutory footing. Backed by 160 organisations and echoing a key Covid-19 Inquiry recommendation, this is a vital step to ensure children's rights are considered in decision-making. 📄 bit.ly/4akFft8

School exclusion increases the risk of contact with the criminal justice system - and neurodiverse young people face a double disadvantage. Exclusion can mean isolation, time online, and exposure to exploitation. For some, it’s the first step towards prison. ➡️ www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Yesterday we spoke at the National Tackling Gang Crime, Violence and Weapon Crime Conference about neurodiverse young people. We explored school exclusion, increased risk of harm and the school-to-prison pipeline, and shared our young-person-led, trust-based approach.

In 2026, rising living costs, housing insecurity, digital pressures and barriers to work are making everyday life feel overwhelming for many young Londoners. These challenges are often hidden. Our latest blog explores why understanding them matters more than ever 👇 🔗 bit.ly/4qaqduF

Actor Anna Maxwell Martin knows firsthand how complex school life can be for children with additional needs. Supporting young people means listening, understanding, and responding with empathy - not punishment. Listen to the full interview here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Yesterday, we took the Safer London VIPs to the Tech4Youth Westminster digital workshop at the Houses of Parliament. A timely opportunity to explore AI, digital skills and online safety, and help equip young people with the confidence to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

The debate on banning social media for under 16s matters. For some young Londoners, social media is a space for grooming and exploitation. But restrictions alone won't fix the root causes of violence. Real safety comes from prevention, trusted relationships and early support. 🔗 bit.ly/4jSufXf

Our Time to Listen film has been nominated for a Smiley Charity Film Awards! 🙌 This nomination is an incredible opportunity to make a difference for young Londoners. Watch and vote here 👉 bit.ly/4qmGNZu

Teenage homicides in London are at their lowest in almost 30 years, with youth work funding playing a key role. But the headlines don’t tell the full story: many young people are still affected by violence. Progress is welcome, but real change means tackling inequality. 👉 bit.ly/4qh34HV

New year, same mission 🧡

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on the year young Londoners have had. Despite ongoing challenges, we’ve seen what’s possible when young Londoners are listened to and supported by trusted adults. We’re proud to share five moments that defined our year. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/4pkizhe

From tomorrow, we'll be slowing things down as we close over the Christmas and New Year period to give our staff a much needed break. 🗓️ Fully closed from 1pm on 24th December 2025 🗓️ Reopening as normal on 5th January 2026 The Safer London team wishes you all a restful festive break ✨ 🧡

Misogyny and harmful ideas about relationships don’t appear overnight. They’re often rooted in trauma, and unmet needs. Our trauma-informed work supports young Londoners to build healthy relationships. The VAWG action plan is a vital step - now it needs urgency and investment: bit.ly/3Lay4Kn

As we wrap up 2025, we came together as a team to reflect on the year and celebrate our colleagues. We’re proud of our team and hopeful for the year ahead 🧡

A new report shows 40% of 13 to 17 year olds affected by youth violence are turning to AI for mental health support as NHS waiting lists grow. AI can't replace trusted adults who listen and advocate for young people. The government must expand the mental health workforce. 🔗 bit.ly/3XVG1pI

Young people are losing the safe spaces they need, spending more time alone and online. The new #NationalYouthStrategy is welcome news - connecting 500,000 young people to trusted adults and creating 250 youth centres. Backing youth workers means backing young people. 🔗 bit.ly/4abwouj

Great to join the NIHR event this week and connect with charities and grassroots groups improving children and young people’s mental health. Powerful insights from young people with lived experience on what works. Thanks to NIHR for having us!

We stood alongside 500 young Londoners this year with trauma-informed support, but so many more need us. This #GivingTuesday, help more young people affected by violence and exploitation get the support they deserve 🧡 Donate: www.justgiving.com/charity/safe...

We welcome the decision to lift the two-child limit - a big step forward. But with 1 in 3 children in poverty, there’s much more to do. Young people need long-term commitment so every child grows up safe and supported. Read more: bit.ly/4rr7ooU

Hope is the best gift you could give this season! 🎄 🧡 Could you use what you've saved during #BlackFriday to help unwrap hope for young Londoners affected by violence and exploitation? Donate today: www.justgiving.com/charity/safe...

And that’s a wrap! After seven weeks, our #TimeToListen campaign ends. We’ve shared young Londoners’ journeys from harm to hope - showing the power of adults who listen with care, not blame. We’ll keep listening and seeing young people as worthy of safety and hope. Thank you 🧡

Last week our Safer London VIPs visited the House of Commons for an event on tackling child poverty, centred on the Children’s Commissioner’s Poverty Report they helped shape. So proud of our VIPs for using their voices to drive change for children and young people 🧡

We are very excited to announce that voting is now open for our film 'Time to Listen' in the Smiley Charity Film Awards! 📽️ Watch and vote today: bit.ly/4pe1w0s

Too many young Londoners are experiencing sexual violence and abuse. Through our trauma-informed support we’ve seen young Londoners find safety, and we’re committed to being there for even more. This #EndSexualAbuseDay, your donation can help a young person move from harm to hope: bit.ly/4pmncYt

The BBC's recent article challenges a dangerous myth - that there's a "safe place" to stab someone. Raising awareness through empathy and understanding is far more effective than approaches rooted in judgement or punishment 🧡 🔗 bit.ly/3K2OHaj

We're sharing an unexpected way that supporting young Londoners can take shape! Last week, our VIPs swapped serious conversations for serious speed 🏎️🏁 It's just as important to create space for fun and connection. Thank you to our corporate partners whose generosity made this trip possible!

This #YouthWorkWeek, we're celebrating the life-changing support our caseworkers do every day! Between them, they have supported hundreds of young Londoners through serious harm and trauma into hope. They are not just the icing on the cake, but the key ingredient that makes everything work 🍰

🕊️ "I've learnt how to trust people. I feel safer. Everything gets better with time." This is what youth work is all about. Helping young people rebuild confidence and hope for their future. #YouthWorkWeek

For many young Londoners, fear isn't just for Halloween - it's every day. Many are exploited by adults they should be able to trust and carry trauma for things they never caused. At Safer London, we're there for young Londoners through their hardest moments - and stay for as long as it takes 🧡

Yesterday we hosted our Time to Listen event, exploring how to create safe, empowering spaces for young people with lived experience of harm. Huge thanks to London VRU, the Safer London team & our amazing group of VIPs for their energy and honesty! #TimeToListen 👉 saferlondon.org.uk/time-to-list

When Theo, aged 16, brought a knife to school, it led to exclusion. What no one saw was the fear behind it - days earlier, he'd been chased with a machete. At Safer London, we didn't see a 'bad kid'. We saw someone trying to stay safe. When we stop judging and start listening, everything changes 🧡

Our Time to Listen campaign ends with the faces of young Londoners. These aren't actors. They're real young Londoners - some who've used our services, others who come from communities affected by violence and exploitation. Join us ➡️ bit.ly/4gU6CMk

Great to meet so many people at the Health & Social Care Job Show last week! We loved chatting with those passionate about supporting young Londoners. Don't worry if you missed it! You can join our talent pool to share your CV and hear about future roles 👉 saferlondon.org.uk/join-the-tea

We need to stop seeing young Londoners as perpetrators and start asking how they got there. Exploitation isn’t a “lifestyle” - it’s abuse. Real safeguarding means listening with care, compassion, and letting young people lead the way. Read more: bit.ly/3L9u8Jn #TimeToListen

Everyone makes choices. But sometimes those choices come from fear. One young Londoner we worked with was just 15 when he faced violence from adults, and he was told it was his fault. Now, he's part of our participation programme - a space where we listen and we help him to see himself differently.

This is what one young Londoner told us after working with Safer London. Through our Time To Listen campaign, we're amplifying voices like theirs - because no one should be labelled when asking for help. Visit our page to find out how you can get involved: saferlondon.org.uk/time-to-list