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| Our website opens in this YOUNG PEOPLE area. If you want one of the other main areas, please scroll down the menu on the left or jump straight there by clicking a button below. |
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August is results month and Birmingham & Solihull Connexions is here to help you - whatever your results. Find out more on our A Level results and GCSE results pages. |
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| Covering topics such as puberty, sexual health, eczema, acne, breasts...to name a few! Maverick TV are looking for young people to take part in discussions, experiments, stunts and personal video diaries. |
If you are interested in learning more about your health or want advice about a medical issue, then please contact the team for more information:
e.arnold@mavericktv.co.uk
0207 874 6614 |
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| From 30 June 2008, there are changes to the “drop-in” hours at many Connexions Centres. Find your local Connexions Centre here. |
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Got an idea for us? Want to make a suggestion? Just want to express an opinion? You can do it online at the new Get Involved with Connexions page... |
| PLUS... What do U think about Connexions? Send us your thoughts and you could win an iPod Shuffle - find out more on the What do U think? page. |
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The recent Panorama programme was a reminder about how important it is to stay safe online. Find out more on our
ONLINE SAFETY
pages — plus parents and carers can find more information here. |
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For confidential advice and support from someone you can trust, call ChildLine on 0800 1111 or visit ChildLine.org.uk
There for you, whatever your worry, big or small |
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CONNEXIONS IS CHANGING - FIND OUT MORE...
The way Connexions is set up and run is changing in 2008 – but the important thing as far as young people are concerned is that we’ll still be there to provide you with information, advice and guidance on those things that matter to you. Find out more (and ask any questions) here.
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GET INTERACTIVE
WITH CONNEXIONS!
Check out our new vote page - your chance to express your view on a changing topic, and (later) see how you've all voted... This month, we're looking at dominoes making a comeback. This month’s vote page is in the Time Out area. |
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| WEBLETS: not quite a leaflet, not quite a webpage |
| We know it's a pain when you try and print out a webpage... so we're gradually introducing WEBLETS which are PDF leaflet versions of key webpages - look for the note at the top of each page, or see them listed on the sitemap. |
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What is ineed2know.org.uk?
It's a new website that helps you to find out what you can do and where you can go in Birmingham. You can also find out useful information and advice.
You're in Solihull? Have a look at Solihull's website at www.4u2dosolihull.org |
Connexions is a youth service providing advice, guidance, support and personal development services for all 13-19 year olds.
This is extended to age 25 if you have a learning difficulty or disability.
It brings together all the services that help young people and gives them access to a personal adviser, someone they can trust.
What's on offer?Connexions provides a range of free services to help you make informed choices, prepare for your future and tackle issues you may encounter.
- An inclusive service for all young people regardless of where you live, your background, gender, religion, race, ability or sexuality
- Trained and friendly staff in an atmosphere that is safe and comfortable
- Advice and planning to achieve your educational and life goals
- Access to personal development opportunities to broaden your horizons and develop your talents
- Information and advice on health, lifestyles, housing, employment, benefits, careers, drugs awareness, relationships, personal development, stress and much more
- A job and vacancy service
- Career planning sessions
- A specialised service, where needed, for young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities
- Access to publications and software
If you need help or advice outside Birmingham & Solihull Connexions Services' opening hours, you can contact Connexions Direct on the link below. Opening hours can be found in the
list of Connexions Centres.
For Connexions Direct click on the logo above.
