Children and young people from all across the country run away, it's not just people from one area. Around one in nine young people will runaway overnight before the age of 16, that is over 100,000 children each year.
Why not read how Talk..Don’t Walk has helped other young people who may be in the same situation as you. You are not alone and there is help available.
Izzie
Her parents have strong views about sex before marriage and the use of drugs and alcohol.
Chloe
Chloe was offered support from a variety of agencies but would not engage. Her parents came to Talk..Don’t Walk as a last resort.
Liam
Liam doesn’t often attend school and is behind with his education.
Nicholas
Nicholas is a quiet 15 year old, living with his younger sister and mum. His Dad has moved away to the South of England.
Emily
Emily is a 14 year old who seems much older than her years. She had taken on the role of carer at home to her younger siblings.
Leanne
Leanne is a 13 year old girl, she lives with her grandmother and has done from an early age.
Donations Help make a difference
£10 a month can make a real difference
It could pay for a young run away to receive a session from a qualified counsellor or could allow us to answer a call from a distressed parent and give them vital help and support to ensure that their child stays safe.
Talk..Don't Walk is a service provided by The Relationships Centre. A registered charity in England and Wales. Registered Charity No. 1078372.