Need info, help or advice on any big topic you’ve explored during your time with Zest? Then these organisations are here to help:

Childline
0800 1111
childline.org.uk
Free, 24-hour helpline for children and young people in trouble or danger. If the lines are busy, please keep trying!

Kooth
kooth.com
Counsellors available until 10pm every day. Free, safe and anonymous online counselling for young people.

The Mix
0808 808 4994
themix.org.uk
Essential support for under 25s

Young Minds
youngminds.org.uk
The leading UK charity for young people’s mental health

Young Minds - Racism and Mental Health
youngminds.org.uk/find-help/looking-after-yourself/racism-and-mental-health
Help and advice for young people experiencing racism

Black Minds Matter
blackmindsmatteruk.com
Connecting Black individuals and families with free professional mental health services

Stop Hate UK
0800 138 1625
stophateuk.org

Samaritains
0845 7909090
samaritans.org
24 hour helpline support for those experiencing distress, despair and/or suicidal feelings

Anxiety UK
03444 775 774 (Mon–Fri)
anxietyuk.org.uk
Charity providing support if you’ve been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.

Young Stonewall
0800 050 2020
youngstonewall.org.uk
Information and support for all young lesbian, gay, bi and trans people.

Frank
0300 123 6600 Text: 82111
talktofrank.com
Confidential webchat, helpline, advice and information on drugs and substance misuse.