Help for young people
Access organisations and resources to support children and young people in crisis, facing hardship, or seeking help with their rights and entitlements.
Children and youth rights
Article
27 September 2018
Immediate help
If you feel unsafe or like something bad is happening to you right now, there are people who can help you straight away.
Call 000 to get help from the police, an ambulance or fire brigade.
Tell an adult you can trust.
If you are worried about yourself or another child you know
You can chat to these services for free, and what you say is private. You don’t even have to tell them your name if you don’t want to.
You can talk to them about anything—no matter how big or small it seems.
- Kids Helpline: Call 1800 55 1800, or use their webchat.
- Lifeline: Call 13 11 14, text them on 0477 13 11 14, or chat to them online.
- Headspace: Call 1800 650 890.
