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DiscriminationGender Identity

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Supporting Gender Equality

What is gender equality, and why does it matter? Gender equality is the idea that everyone should have the same rights and opportunities. It means your gender should not decide what you can do or how you’re treated. Sometimes, people are treated differently because of their gender. This is called discrimination. Discrimination is when someone […]

Online SafetyRights

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Social Media Ban Debate: What This Means for You

There is a huge conversation happening across the UK about whether there should be a social media ban for under 16s. Lots of people are asking the question about whether under 16’s should be legally banned from using social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat. You might have heard talks about this in the […]

CrimeRights

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Why Do Some Young People Not Trust the Police?

The police are here to help keep us safe. They are meant to prevent crime and respond to emergencies. But some people find it difficult to trust them. This blog looks at some reasons why. What is trust? Trust is when you believe someone is honest and will do the right thing. When we talk […]

CrimeRights

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How to Contact a Local MP or MS About an Issue that Matters to You

Getting involved in how Wales and the UK are run is important. Elected representatives need to know what people think. Your local Member of Parliament (MP) or Member of the Senedd (MS) works for you. You can contact them about local problems, bigger issues in Wales and the UK, or the world. Who can you […]

Bullying & HarassmentCrime

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Have you noticed more flags recently – what do they mean?

If you’ve been on social media lately or walking around your local area, you might have noticed more flags popping up everywhere. On their own, flags are just a symbol of the country, and they can mean different things to different people. Some put them up as symbols of pride, patriotism or just decoration. […]

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World Sexual Health Day 2025

World Sexual Health Day is celebrated annually on September 4 to raise awareness about the importance of sexual health, rights, justice, and pleasure for all. The theme this year is Sexual Justice: What Can We Do? The first World Sexual Health Day was celebrated in 2010 to bring people and organizations across the globe together to promote sexual health and […]

Rights

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What is Advocacy? Understanding Your Voice and Rights

Making sure your voice is heard when it matters most through advocacy. Life can sometimes throw a lot at you, and when you’re a child or young person involved with services like social care, it can feel like there are many people making decisions about your life. But did you know you have a right […]

DisabilitiesRights

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What Are Disability Rights?

We all have rights. That includes the right to be treated with dignity and respect. Everyone deserves to live a life free from discrimination and to have the same opportunities to reach their full potential. Find out more about your rights as a disabled person. Research suggests that disabled people might be treated differently when […]

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 […]

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Have Your Say: Register To Vote

Voting in your local authority elections is an important and powerful way to get your voice heard about issues that affect you and your community. If you’re aged 16 or above by 5th May 2022, you’ll be able to vote in these elections. What are the local elections? The next Welsh local elections are being […]

Rights

Are You Clued Up About Your Rights?

Did you know that all human beings have rights and that countries worldwide, including Wales, are committed to making sure that these rights are met? To mark Human Rights Day on 10th December, we’re taking a look at what this means for you. What are human rights? These are a set of rights that every human should […]