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    Welcome to Kooth’s  October newsletter

    As we approach World Mental Health Day on the 10th of October, it’s a perfect time to reflect on any challenges your students face, especially with the recent changes in social media safety.

    According to a recent BBC article, nearly 60% of young people have experienced negative impacts from online interactions. At Kooth, we provide a clinically safe and moderated digital space where you and your students can seek support for their mental health without fear of trolling, discrimination, or sharing personal details. Our team reviews all user-generated content, and anonymity is strictly maintained.

     
    KoothKlass and KoothTalks webinars

    Our free webinars offer valuable insights for education professionals and parents, providing practical information and guidance on key mental health topics.

    Helping young people stay safe on their new smartphone

    With over a third of parents and carers feeling uneasy about their child having their first smartphone, we've put together this session to explore supporting a child's mental wellbeing whilst using the device plus information on UK law and social media usage and online safety tips. We are also offering a KoothKlass live stream morning assembly session for Year 7 students on staying safe on your new smartphone. 

    Meeting the needs of neurodivergent and Special Education Needs & Disabilities (SEND) young people.

    Children and young people waiting for an assessment or navigating a diagnosis may need additional emotional support. We’re offering a webinar this month exploring how our platform meets the needs of neurodiverse and SEND young people. 

    Anti-Bullying Week: 11th-15th November 2024

    Support your students during Anti-Bullying Week by signing up for our live-streamed KoothKlass morning assemblies focused on anti-bullying and mental health awareness. 

    Avoiding Exploitation

    Also in November, we’re providing guidance for both teaching professionals and young people about what exploitation means, signs to spot and available support, including an interview with Kooth’s Deputy Head of Safeguarding. 

    Emotionally Based School Avoidance 

    Our December webinars focus on helping you understand a little more about Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA), hear from a young person’s perspective, and explore support strategies with Kooth’s Senior Clinical Psychologist.

    Parents and carers may also be seeking support for their anxious child avoiding school. They’re often juggling work and caregiving, feeling deeply worried while their child remains at home. So we’re also offering a webinar for families.

     
    New competition for all your 15-18-year-old students

    Kooth has launched the Kooth Future Council, a competition to find our first-ever youth-powered content team. Winners will collaborate with social media stars and Ravensbourne University, participating in masterclasses to create mental well-being content. This unique opportunity will equip participants with valuable skills in video editing, content creation, and leadership, enhancing their future college and job prospects.

    Students aged 15-18 can submit original artwork, photography, video, or writing that answers the question: "How do you overcome negative emotions?" 

    Students can submit their entries at www.kooth.com/future-council until the closing date of Friday, 15th November.

    Further information about the competition for schools and colleges can be found here
     
    Direct support

    Finally, why not reach out to your local Engagement Lead and book a whole school or year group Kooth mental wellbeing assembly, tailored to your needs? We also offer staff training about Kooth.