Your rights>All different, all equal - United Kingdom
- After 16
- Advice and help for young people with disabilities. Covers practical issues such as the law, money, work, housing and education. Also has suggestions for fun things to do (entertainment, meeting people).
- http://www.after16.org.uk [EN]
- Black Information Link
- Website of the 1990 Trust, which campaigns for justice, anti-racism and social inclusion. Contains news on young people's issues and also has sections on human rights, children, women and much more.
- http://www.blink.org.uk [EN]
- British Council of Disabled People
- The UK branch of the international Disabled People's Movement. Promotes the civil rights and social inclusion of disabled people. Includes an information service, reports, details of major campaigns and forums where you can have your say.
- http://www.bcodp.org.uk [EN]
- Britkid
- A site for young people about race, ethnicity and prejudice. Visit 'Britchester', a virtual British city, by clicking on one of the young guides to find out about them, their families and their issues.
- http://www.britkid.org [EN]
- Child Poverty Action Group
- Nearly three and a half million children in the UK live in poverty. Get more information, plus advice on welfare rights and where to go for support, from this campaigning organisation.
- http://www.cpag.org.uk [EN]
- Commission for Racial Equality
- Works towards the elimination of racial discrimination and promotes equality for all. In the legal advice section, you can find out about your rights and what you can do if you are discriminated against. Go to the sites for Scotland and Wales for specific country information.
- http://www.cre.gov.uk [EN]
- Directgov - Disabled People
- Learn about the law and rights for people with disabilities, read about campaigns and access information and advice. From the Department for Work and Pensions.
- http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/index.htm [EN]
- Disability Rights Commission
- Campaigns for equal rights for disabled people. Find out everything you need to know about disabled people's rights, discover how the law affects you, play the online games or take part in online polls and forums.
- http://www.drc-gb.org [EN]
- Equal Opportunities Commission
- Promotes gender equality. The site has need-to-know information on rights, facts on discrimination in the workplace and links to the sites for Scotland and Wales.
- http://www.eoc.org.uk [EN][CY]
- Family Planning Association
- Campaigns on reproductive rights and sexual health issues. Provides information about contraception and advice on where to go if you need help.
- http://www.fpa.org.uk/ [EN]
- Friends, Families and Travellers
- Helping all sections of the gypsy and traveller community - traditional, new and settled. Gypsy and Traveller children can link to a new site written especially for them. Read the guides to the law, evictions, planning and health, and find out about Gypsy and Traveller history.
- http://www.gypsy-traveller.org [EN]
- Institute of Race Relations
- Includes news and information for and about asylum seekers and refugees, resources on black history, statistics on minority ethnic communities and reports on far-right organisations.
- http://www.irr.org.uk [EN]
- Muslim Youth Helpline
- Run by and for young Muslims, this free and confidential helpline provides information and advice on a range of issues. Callers aren’t asked for their name and the call won’t be traced, so what ever it is you need help with, get in touch.
- http://www.myh.org.uk [EN]
- Ouch!
- Lifestyle magazine for people with disabilities, from the BBC. Packed with articles on topics such as travel, films and disability rights across the globe. Use the message board to air your views, and take part in various consultations.
- http://www.bbc.co.uk/ouch [EN]
- Show Racism the Red Card
- Football may be ‘the beautiful game’ but it’s riddled with ugly prejudice. Players suffer from racist abuse, and many people don’t feel comfortable attending matches because of the offensive language they hear. Think this is wrong? Read what top players have to say about racism and find out how you can help banish bigotry from the terraces.
- http://www.srtrc.org [EN]
- Women and Equality
- Promotes equal rights for young women and girls, giving information on minority ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender equality, discrimination law, violence against women and much more. The site contains links to UK Equality bodies, UK Government Equality & Human Rights units, EU and international gender and equality units, etc.
- http://www.womenandequalityunit.gov.uk/ [EN]
- Northern Ireland: Community Relations Council
- Find out about what the council does in the areas of community work, cultural diversity and victim support; get an overview of current equality issues in Northern Ireland and download the reports for free.
- http://www.community-relations.org.uk [EN]
- Northern Ireland: Disability Action
- Works to promote the rights of disabled people in Northern Ireland. You can find advice and information under the A-Z Guide.
- http://www.disabilityaction.org [EN]
- Northern Ireland: Equality Commission
- Get the low-down on your rights. You are protected against discrimination on the grounds of race, religious belief, political opinion, gender or marital status. Find out more from this site.
- http://www.equalityni.org/sections/default.asp?secid=2 [EN]
- Northern Ireland: Gay and Lesbian Youth Northern Ireland
- Information for gay, lesbian and bisexual young people living in Northern Ireland. There's information on the youth group, which provides social support to 16-25 year olds. The features section has legal information and advice, and the scene guide contains details of clubs and bars, organisations and helplines.
- http://www.glyni.org.uk [EN]
- Northern Ireland: Northern Ireland Council for Ethnic Minorities
- Support and information for minority ethnic communities in Northern Ireland. Find out about the council's work with young people, women and asylum seekers.
- http://www.nicem.org.uk [EN]
- Scotland: Beyond Barriers
- Information and news on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues. You can use the directory to look up the contact details of youth, health, advice and social organisations. There are also details for regional and local support groups.
- http://www.beyondbarriers.org.uk/beyond_barriers [EN]
- Scotland: Enquire
- A site specifically for young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Information about your choices at 16+ - your rights in education and at work, and advice on what to do in the future.
- http://www.enquire.org.uk [EN]
- Scotland: LGBT Youth
- This site is for young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. Find a support group near you; read the online advice; find out what’s happening in your area; take part in the discussion forum and generally get yourself clued up!
- http://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk [EN]
- Scotland: One Scotland, Many Cultures
- Trace the history of the different peoples who have come to Scotland over many centuries, and learn about their contributions to Scottish society. You can post your own story here as well.
- http://www.youngscot.org/onescotland [EN]
- Wales: Disability Wales
- Advice on independent living for people with disabilities, and contact details if you need further support and advice.
- http://www.disabilitywales.org/ [EN][CY]
- Wales: Fair Play
- Find out about what this organisation does to promote women's participation in the economy.
- http://www.chwaraeteg.com [EN][CY]
Last update: 18/04/2012 @ 09:49:50
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