Happy Birthday to us!
Kids Helpline is officially 30 years old.
(But we don't look a day over 29!)
Let's have a laugh and look at how things changed over the last 30 years. Plus we've got exciting stuff coming in the future.
The ways you interacted with us changed a lot over that time - especially the technology!
What hasn't changed is that we support you and listen to you, 24 hours a day 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Molly shares how Kids Helpline changed her life.
In 1991, mobile phones didn't exist! You could call us from a home phone or payphone.
Our website launched in 1996, and by 2000 you could also contact us on email or WebChat.
When mobile phones were invented, all new issues came with them, such as sexting.
In 2011 we launched Kids Helpline @ School, allowing us to visit your classrooms using video calling technology.
In 2013 we joined the conversation on social! You can now find us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
In 2019, we launched niggle, the app that allows you to capture your niggles and do something about them!
We're always looking for new things to try when it comes to helping you!
Did you know about these new ways to interact with us online?
My Circle
My Circle is a free, safe and private online peer support group. You can talk with people just like you, share thoughts, get helpful info, and even support others.
The Fun Page
How good is your Instagram game? Are you an introvert, extrovert or ambivert? Think of this page as our games room, with quizzes, games, podcasts, videos and more.
We want to see your fun, interesting, unusual or helpful coping strategies!
Get creative and submit a...
- Video, e.g. YouTube, Insta reel, TikTok, animation, etc.
- Artwork
- Poem or story
- Meme
- Other digital content
...and you could win one of 4 cash prizes!
Here's an Instagram post example!
Need some creative inspiration for your entry?
If you're interested in making a video, check out some of last year's entries plus a sample vid we made just for you.
Macey was last year's competition winner, answering the question, "What is the challenge you faced and how did you get through it?"
This is a sample video made by Zarine from our Youth Advisory Group. You don't have to appear in your video if you don't want to!
16-year old Jasmyn takes you behind-the-scenes in creating her competition entry.
Being emotionally abused at home was really tough
"No one knew what my life was like."
After lots of fights, my parents kicked me out
"It was so stressful never knowing where I would sleep"
I was struggling with my mental health
Content warning: contains mental health content that may be distressing
Talking helps! We’re here for you.
No problem is too big or too small.
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