Basis Young People

“It was nice to talk to somebody without feeling embarrassed or scared”

– Young Person

“I now think about my actions before doing things and feel I have grown up a lot”

– Young Person

“I’m safer and wiser. No matter how I felt, my support worker was always by my side”

– Young Person

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About us

Our advice is confidential and free and it's your choice whether you want us to help you.

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Who do we support?

Whether you are in a relationship or not, you might be being groomed or sexually exploited.

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Information for Professionals

We can help you build confidence and make positive choices about your life.

Meet the team

Gill(ian) (she/her)

Young person’s CSE Specialist Support (Parents and Schools)

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Esme (she/her)

LGBTQ+ Sexual Exploitation Specialist (Young People)

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Katherine (she/her)

Child Sexual Exploitation Specialist (Girls and Gangs)

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Jen (they/them)

Child Sexual Exploitation Team Leader

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Shannon (she/her)

Child Sexual Exploitation Specialist

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Ellie (she/her)

Child Sexual Exploitation Specialist (LGBTQ+)

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Crisis Information

  • CAMHS Crisis Line: 0800 953 0505
  • Teen Connect call: 0808 800 1212
  • Teen Connect text: 07984 436680
  • NHS 111 option 2 for mental health support (formerly known as Crisis Line)
  • Night Owls call: 0800 1488244
  • Nigh Owls text: 07984376950
  • Police 999 and press 55 if you are unable to speak