Children in trouble with the law

Bullying, violence, deprivation. Exposed to terrors like these, it's not surprising that some children are driven to crime.

At The Children's Society we seek lasting solutions to the reasons behind the statistics, providing preventative support and guidance that leads children away from the cycle of crime and custody.

We also help to reconcile victims with offenders and campaign for society to see that young offenders are not hardened criminals and that they retain the right to be treated like children.

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London Youth at Risk works directly with young people at risk of or involved in running away, sexual exploitation, gangs and serious youth violence.
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Safe Choices works to prevent and reduce violent offending by young women.
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Our strong partnerships help children, young people and their parents access support services that lead to a better chance of employment.
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The Children's Society team in Cheshire works with teenagers and uses sport and leisure activities to promote social inclusion.
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The Children's Society in Coventry and Solihull have been commissioned by Solihull Children and Young People's Trust to deliver various services for children.