“I’m a Young Person’s Violence Advisor, and work to ensure that children and young people who are experiencing abuse have a voice and are not hidden. I feel privileged to have the opportunity to support those in need, and am able to do so through Glow funding my professional qualification.”

“Partnership working is crucial, and working with schools, colleges and other organisations to make sure they are receiving ongoing support is essential!”

“I support young people in abusive relationships, by identifying their priority needs and the best way we can help them to stay safe while in the relationship. We focus on helping young people to recognise healthy and unhealthy behaviour.”

“Recently, I worked with 14-year old Stacey who had experienced high level physical and sexual abuse from her partner and was isolated from friends and family.”

Thanks to Ruth’s support, Stacey:

• Is better able to understand healthy and unhealthy relationships

• Now understands that she has a right to be protected from abuse and that she is not responsible for the way other people behave

• Liked the sessions as they have helped her to recognise her feelings

• Feels less isolated and able to ask for support

• Has stated that she would like a future career in being a Young Person’s Violence Advisor

Ruth Mason-Tooth

Children and Young People Programme Lead – BBC Children in Need

*Note: For confidentiality, the names of the young person we supported has been changed.