Group chat guidelines

To create a safe and supportive environment, bear the following in mind:

Your words matter: talk to people kindly and with respect. You might not always agree with someone’s views, and that’s OK. Make sure to share your own thoughts without belittling someone else’s.
Think about the language you use. Avoid offensive, sexually explicit or discriminatory comments.
We want to maintain everyone’s privacy. Don’t use real names, contact details or share anything that could identify you. This could be names of friends or school etc.
Please do not share links to other websites in the chat.
You are welcome because you are you. You don’t need to pretend to be someone else, we appreciate your honesty and openness.

What is off limits

They may spark memories, feelings or emotions that are difficult for you or others.  We ask you don’t discuss these topics during the group chats.

*Although if any of the following situations are relevant to you, make sure to talk about your experiences with someone you trust.

These topics include:

• Descriptions of self-harm injuries or methods
• Specific details of eating disorders (weight, eating behaviours etc)
• Details of experience of abuse or trauma
• Anything that involves a legal issue/ criminal offence.
• If you are feeling suicidal at the moment then individual support would be a better option. Please take a look at ‘need urgent help’.