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Someone On Your Side If You Are Going Through Change

September is a time of transition and that can be scary. It might be a new timetable or a whole new environment. But it’s also a time of new opportunities and new friends.

Watch our video. Does this feel familiar? If you’re afraid, or are having trouble settling in, get in touch and we’ll help you figure it out. Contact Meic confidentially and free, between 8am and midnight every day. Contact details below.

Get in touch with Meic

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080880 23456

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080880 23456

Online Chat
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07943 114 449

Apprenticeships & TrainingExams

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What To Expect On GCSE Results Day and What Next?

Picking up your GCSE results this week? Nervous about the process or about your results? Don’t stress. We’ll tell you what you can expect and your options, whatever your results. How will it happen? Your school will probably have already told you when you can pick up your results. If you want support, go with […]

Budgeting & SavingEmployment

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£1 Bus Fares for Young People in Wales

Starting on the 1st of September 2025, young people aged 16 to 21 in Wales will be able to travel on buses for just £1 per single journey and £3 for unlimited daily travel. From the 3rd of November 2025, the scheme will be extended to include children aged 5 to 15 too. How do […]

College & Sixth FormSchool

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Schoolwork

AI is everywhere these days – in the news, in conversations, even at school. But how does it impact your learning? This blog explores the good and the bad of AI for students. What is AI? AI stands for Artificial Intelligence. Imagine it like an assistant that learns from experience. AI learns by going through […]

Announcements

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(CLOSED) Your Opinion Matters! Help Us Improve the Meic Website

Want a chance of winning a £50 voucher and help make Meic even better? We’re looking for your feedback on our website! The Meic service is all about giving you a voice and listening to your opinions. We’re always looking to improve and provide the best possible support and information for young people in Wales. […]

School

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Struggling to Go to School or Given up Trying?

School is a major part of our lives and like most things in life, it brings with it good, bad, ups and downs and lots in between. If you’re struggling to go to school or have given up on trying, this blog is for you! Why do I need to go to school? Schools aim to […]

AddictionAlcohol

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Top Tips for Setting Goals You’ll Stick To

Feeling lost and unsure where your life is headed? Many young people struggle to set and achieve their goals. Fear not, with the right approach, you can turn your dreams into reality and set goals you’ll stick to. Why goal setting matters Setting goals isn’t just about ticking off a to-do list. It’s about defining […]

School

Unhappy with GCSE Choices? Here’s What to Do

It can be worrying if you don’t like the GCSE options you’ve picked at secondary school. You might feel stuck that you’ll have to continue doing something you don’t like, disappointed you didn’t choose something else, and worried that you might not do your best. It’s completely normal to feel unsure about what subjects to […]

Apprenticeships & TrainingCollege & Sixth Form

Tips to Get Back to a Regular Routine

It’s time to dive back into reality. Whether you’re heading back to school, starting a new job, or simply adjusting to a new routine, getting back into the groove after time off can be a bit of a shock to the system. Here are some practical tips to help you reset and make a smooth […]

Announcements

WhatsApp Us! A New Way To Reach Out To Meic

Meic has added to the ways you can reach out and contact us. You can now WhatsApp message as well as phone, text and online chat. Meic is the information, advice and advocacy service for children and young people up to 25 years old in Wales. WhatsApp or call us on 080 880 23456 or […]

AnnouncementsRights

New To Meic? A Guide to Information, Advice and Advocacy

Are you new to our helpline and unsure what we’re all about? Now that we’ve launched our WhatsApp messenger service this is the perfect time for us to share our Meic guide and how we can help. What is Meic? Meic is a shortened version of the Welsh word for ‘microphone’ (meicroffon). It symbolises us […]

AnnouncementsRights

How Meic Can Help You Own Your Rights!

Ever feel like it’s a struggle to be listened to, heard, taken seriously or understood? You have rights, and Meic is here to help you understand them. Is it difficult to find the right words and opportunities for you to express yourself? We’re here to give you the information and support you need to reach […]

Announcements

What is Confidentiality?

Meic is a confidential service. Let’s talk about exactly what that means. What does confidentiality mean? Confidentiality means that we won’t tell anyone else what you’ve said. It’s important that you can talk about what’s going on in your life, knowing it won’t be passed on to anyone else. Meic advisers understand this and are […]