Jordan’s videos

Hello, my name is Jordan. I want to talk honestly about knife crime and carrying weapons. Some young people carry a knife because they are frightened, being bullied, threatened by a gang, or told it will keep them safe.

But carrying a weapon does not protect you. It puts that weapon into every argument, every misunderstanding, and every moment of panic. One decision made in seconds could end somebody's life and destroy your own future.

You could be seriously injured with the weapon you carried. Another person could die. You could lose your freedom, your education, your career, and the life you had planned.

If somebody asks you to carry, hide, or store a knife or gun for them, they are not protecting you. They are putting you in danger and leaving you to face the consequences.

If you are frightened or being pressured, please tell someone. A parent, teacher, college safeguarding officer, youth worker, or the police. You can also contact Fearless or Crimestoppers anonymously.

If a weapon is present and somebody is in immediate danger, call 999. Do not confront them or try to take the weapon.

If you already have a weapon and want to surrender it, do not carry it around looking for a surrender bin. Call the police on 101 first and ask how to hand it over safely.

Sixpence Support UK has clear, free information about knife crime, gangs, criminal exploitation, and getting help. There are no subscriptions and no hidden charges. Visit sixpencesupportuk.org.

You are worth more than somebody else's threats. You are worth more than a gang. And you are worth more than a weapon. It is not too late to step away. One brave decision today could save your life and somebody else's.

Hello, my name is Jordan. I want to talk about depression because it can affect young people for many different reasons. Pressure at school or college, problems at home, loneliness, bullying, relationships, money worries or feeling uncertain about the future.

Depression is not just having a bad day. It can leave you feeling exhausted, empty, isolated or as though nothing will ever improve. You might stop enjoying things, avoid people, struggle to sleep or find everyday tasks difficult.

I know there are young people living with these feelings, including people who believe nobody could understand. But people have come through depression and with the right help, you can too.

Please do not carry it alone. Speak to someone you trust, a parent, family member, teacher, college support worker or your GP. If the first person does not listen properly, tell somebody else. Keep asking until someone hears you.

Sixpence Support UK has clear, straightforward information about depression, mental health and where to find professional support. Everything is free with no subscription and no hidden charges.

If you feel in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E. If you need urgent mental health help, call NHS 111 and select the mental health option.

Visit sixpencesupportuk.org. However dark things feel today, this moment does not decide your future. There is light ahead, even if you cannot see it yet. Depression does not own you, it does not define you, and it does not get the final word. You can come through this. It is not going to beat you.

If you have just left school, you are a student, or you are thinking about what comes next, Sixpence Support UK has information to help you move forward. Hello, my name is Jordan.

You might be looking for qualifications, training, an apprenticeship, college, university, volunteering, or your first job. You might need help with a CV, a job application, an interview, money, housing, mental health, or understanding your rights at work.

The website covers many subjects in clear, straightforward language. You get practical information, trusted links, and answers to common questions.

Everything is free. There are no subscriptions and no hidden charges. Free letter and complaint support is also available if you need help putting something in writing.

Visit sixpencesupportuk.org and have a look at Sixpence Support UK. Please share the website with another young person who might find it useful. Thank you for taking the time to listen to me.

Hello, my name is Jordan and I want to introduce you to Sixpence Support UK. It’s a free website for young people who need clear information without complicated language.

Whether you’re at school or college, studying at university, starting an apprenticeship, looking for work or beginning your first job, the website can help you understand what support may be available.

You can find information about benefits and grants, help with living costs, housing, travel, mental health, bullying, scams, staying safe and much more. There is also guidance for young carers and people who are unsure where to start.

Everything is free to use, with no subscriptions and no hidden charges. Visit sixpencesupportuk.org and see what could help you.

Thank you for taking the time to listen to me, and please remember Sixpence Support UK is here when you need a starting point.

Hello, my name is Jordan. I want to tell you about the Benefits, Grants and Help with Living Costs section on Sixpence Support UK.

If you’re a young person struggling with money, living with a disability or health condition, caring for someone, looking for work, studying or trying to manage on your own, there may be support you can apply for. This could include help with everyday living costs, housing, travel, education or training. Some organisations also provide grants for essential items and unexpected expenses.

A lot of young people miss out because they don’t realise they may be entitled to help, or they find the forms and official language difficult to understand. Don’t be embarrassed to check. This support exists for people who need it.

Your age and personal circumstances can affect what you can claim, so always check the eligibility rules carefully.

Sixpence Support UK gives you a clear starting point with plain English information and links to official services. Visit sixpencesupportuk.org and look for Benefits, Grants and Help with Living Costs.

Sixpence Support UK is free to use, with no subscriptions and no hidden charges. Thank you for taking the time to listen to me.

Hello, my name is Jordan. Have you received a message saying you’ve won a prize, missed a parcel or need to act quickly to protect your account? It might look genuine, but stop before you click.

At Sixpence Support UK you can find clear information about scams, fraud and suspicious messages, along with many other important subjects.

Scammers may rush or frighten you, or ask for money, passwords, bank details or security codes. Don’t reply or click any links. Check with the organisation using the contact details on its official website, not the details in the message.

You can forward suspicious text messages to 7726.

If you’ve already shared information, don’t feel embarrassed. Tell a trusted adult and contact your bank or the organisation immediately.

Visit sixpencesupportuk.org for free, plain English help. Sixpence Support UK has no subscriptions or hidden charges.

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Hello, my name is Jordan. At Sixpence Support UK, we know that some young people fast for religious reasons, while others may think about fasting to lose weight. Whatever the reason, your health must come first.

Before fasting, speak to a parent, carer or another trusted adult. If you have a health condition or take medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist or school nurse for advice. Never stop or change prescribed medicine by yourself.

If fasting makes you feel very dizzy, faint, confused or seriously unwell, tell an adult and get help straight away. It is never weak or wrong to put your health first.

You can find more free, plain English information at sixpencesupportuk.org. Sixpence Support UK is free to use, with no subscriptions or hidden charges.

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Hello, my name is Jordan. I want to talk honestly about mental health, because many young people are struggling, even when nobody else can see it.

You might feel anxious, angry, lonely, frightened or completely overwhelmed. You may be having problems at school, at home, online or with friends. Whatever is happening, you do not have to face it alone.

Please speak to someone you trust. That could be a parent, relative, teacher, school safeguarding lead, doctor or another responsible adult. If the first person doesn’t listen, tell somebody else. Keep speaking until someone takes you seriously.

Try not to hide everything behind “I’m fine”. Asking for help isn’t weak or embarrassing. It’s a strong and sensible thing to do.

Sixpence Support UK has clear, plain English information about young people’s mental health, bullying, gangs, abuse and crisis support. It also explains where you can get professional help.

If you feel unsafe or believe you might hurt yourself, tell a trusted adult immediately. Call 999 if there is an immediate danger. You can also contact Childline free on 0800 1111.

Please visit sixpencesupportuk.org. Sixpence Support UK is free to use, with no subscriptions and no hidden charges.

Hello, my name is Jordan and I want to talk about bullying and cyberbullying.

If somebody is constantly insulting you, threatening you, spreading rumours, leaving you out on purpose or making you frightened to go to school, that isn’t something you should have to accept.

Cyberbullying can happen through social media, messages, gaming, group chats or fake accounts. Because it happens online, it can feel like there’s no escape. But you are not alone and there are people who can help you.

Please talk to someone you trust. That could be a parent, carer, teacher, school safeguarding lead or another adult who takes you seriously. Explain what has been happening and how it is affecting you. If the first person doesn’t help, tell somebody else. Keep speaking until someone listens.

Try not to answer abusive messages or arrange to confront the person. Save screenshots, usernames, messages and dates. This evidence can help an adult, your school or the police understand what has happened.

If somebody threatens you, blackmails you, asks for sexual pictures or pressures you to meet them, tell a trusted adult immediately. Call 999 if you or somebody else is in immediate danger.

Sixpence Support UK has clear information about school bullying and cyberbullying, including what young people, parents and carers can do and where to find further help. Visit sixpencesupportuk.org.

Remember, bullying is not your fault. Asking for help is not weakness and you do not have to deal with it alone.

Hello, my name is Jordan and I want to tell you about sports, leisure and wellbeing facilities. Sixpence Support UK can help you find information about different activities and places available in your community.

You might be interested in joining a gym, trying swimming, playing football or basketball, taking part in racket sports or finding a local youth club. There are also quieter activities including walking groups, yoga, arts and community wellbeing sessions.

You do not have to be brilliant at sport or already feel confident. Many places offer beginner sessions where you can learn gradually and meet people with similar interests.

Taking part can give you something positive to focus on, help you feel less isolated and improve your confidence.

Before joining, check the cost, age requirements, opening times and whether equipment is provided. Some leisure centres and community programmes offer reduced prices or free sessions for young people.

Visit sixpencesupportuk.org to explore the free plain English information available from Sixpence Support UK. There are no subscriptions and no hidden charges.

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Hello, my name is Jordan and I want to tell you about youth clubs, groups and activities for young people. Sixpence Support UK has information to help you explore what may be available in your local area.

Youth groups are not only about sport. You might enjoy music, drama, art, gaming, technology, cooking or volunteering. There are also local youth centres, scouts, girl guiding, cadet groups, activities for young carers and inclusive groups for disabled young people or those with SEND.

Joining somewhere new can feel awkward at first, especially if you do not know anybody. You do not need to be confident or experienced before attending. A good group should welcome you, explain what happens and allow you time to settle in.

Before going, check the age range, cost, opening times, accessibility and whether you need to book. You should also know who runs the group and how to raise a concern if something makes you feel uncomfortable.

Visit sixpencesupportuk.org for free, plain English information from Sixpence Support UK. There are no subscriptions and no hidden charges.

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When people hear armed forces, they often picture soldiers in combat. But the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, British Army and Royal Air Force also employ engineers, mechanics, medics, chefs, musicians, drivers, cyber specialists and many other skilled people.

Sixpence Support UK has a new careers page explaining these different possibilities without trying to persuade you to join.

Military service can provide training, qualifications and practical experience, but it is also a serious legal commitment. You may have to live away from home, follow strict rules, move between locations or serve in dangerous situations.

Before applying, look beyond the uniform and find out what the job would actually involve. Check the training, qualifications, medical and fitness requirements, length of service, and rules about leaving if you change your mind.

Cadet groups can help young people develop skills, but cadets are not members of the armed forces, and joining a cadet group does not mean you must enlist.

Visit sixpencesupportuk.org and read the Armed Forces Careers information from Sixpence Support UK before deciding whether this path is right for you.

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You may have thought about joining the police, becoming a firefighter, or working for the ambulance service.

But the emergency services offer many careers that people do not always see.

Sixpence Support UK explains roles including police officer, PCSO, firefighter, paramedic, emergency care assistant, ambulance care assistant and 999 call handler.

There are also opportunities in control rooms, technology, administration, vehicle maintenance and community safety.

The route depends on the job.

You might apply directly, go to college, complete an apprenticeship or need an approved degree.

A paramedic and an ambulance care assistant, for example, have very different responsibilities and qualifications.

Emergency service work can be rewarding, but it may also involve night shifts, physical tests, background checks and dealing with frightening or distressing situations.

Research the real job, not just the uniform, before applying.

Visit sixpencesupportuk.org to read the Emergency Services Careers information from Sixpence Support UK and find official application links for your part of the UK.

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