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A reminder to check your local service's opening hours ahead of festive celebrations! You can use our Find A Service tool on the Brook website to find your nearest sexual health service including their opening hours.
December 19, 2025 at 4:14 PM
A reminder to check your local service's opening hours ahead of festive celebrations! You can use our Find A Service tool on the Brook website to find your nearest sexual health service including their opening hours.
Read our initial statement on the governments new plan to tackle VAWG here: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/initial-statement-vawg-strategy/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-brooksvawgresponse
Brook's initial statement on the government's VAWG strategy - Brook
The government’s new 10-year strategy to address violence against women and girls (VAWG) places a huge emphasis on the role schools can play in tackling
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December 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Read our initial statement on the governments new plan to tackle VAWG here: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/initial-statement-vawg-strategy/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-brooksvawgresponse
Your donation supports young people like Kelly, 13, who found safety with Brook after experiencing domestic violence. Help us reach more young people. Donate: https://www.brook.org.uk/get-involved/donate/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-donate
Donate: Support young people's wellbeing
Christmas and New Year can be a challenging time for many young people. With your help we can support them before they reach crisis point.
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December 18, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Your donation supports young people like Kelly, 13, who found safety with Brook after experiencing domestic violence. Help us reach more young people. Donate: https://www.brook.org.uk/get-involved/donate/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-donate
This International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers #IDEVASW, Brook stands in solidarity with sex workers. Stigma and taboo leave many isolated, scared and without support. Violence is a major concern, and we uphold sex workers’ right to safety and freedom always.
December 17, 2025 at 5:39 PM
This International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers #IDEVASW, Brook stands in solidarity with sex workers. Stigma and taboo leave many isolated, scared and without support. Violence is a major concern, and we uphold sex workers’ right to safety and freedom always.
Whether you've used Brook's services before, or are interested in enquiring, we're seeking honest feedback from school staff who work in specialist provisions about accessing Brook Education services. You can complete the survey here: https://bit.ly/44nkr0S
December 16, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Whether you've used Brook's services before, or are interested in enquiring, we're seeking honest feedback from school staff who work in specialist provisions about accessing Brook Education services. You can complete the survey here: https://bit.ly/44nkr0S
Have you heard of stealthing? In this blog, we explore what stealthing is and how we can combat it through Relationships and Sex Education. https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/stealthing-condom-removal-without-consent/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-stealthingblog
Stealthing: What is it and why do you need to know about it? - Brook
Stealthing is a violation of consent and a criminal offence. But 1 in 10 don't know this. Here's what we can do to combat it.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Have you heard of stealthing? In this blog, we explore what stealthing is and how we can combat it through Relationships and Sex Education. https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/stealthing-condom-removal-without-consent/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-stealthingblog
Even a small donation helps us reach more young people struggling before crisis this Christmas. Donate: https://www.brook.org.uk/get-involved/donate/?utm_source=BS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=bs-organic-social-donate
Donate: Support young people's wellbeing
Christmas and New Year can be a challenging time for many young people. With your help we can support them before they reach crisis point.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Even a small donation helps us reach more young people struggling before crisis this Christmas. Donate: https://www.brook.org.uk/get-involved/donate/?utm_source=BS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=bs-organic-social-donate
Brook have created plenty of impact this year!
Read the full Success Report:
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-impact/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-2425successreport
Read the full Success Report:
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-impact/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-2425successreport
Our Impact - Brook’s successes in 2024/2025
Explore our online success report to see how we made a difference in 2024/25.
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December 11, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Brook have created plenty of impact this year!
Read the full Success Report:
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-impact/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-2425successreport
Read the full Success Report:
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-impact/?utm_source=XBS&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-2425successreport
Brook believe that sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) are entwined with human rights - sexual health is inseparable from the full enjoyment of human rights, including every person’s right to bodily autonomy. #HumanRightsDay
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-beliefs
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-beliefs
Our beliefs - Brook’s position statements
Read Brook’s position on key issues affecting the sexual health and wellbeing of the nation.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Brook believe that sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) are entwined with human rights - sexual health is inseparable from the full enjoyment of human rights, including every person’s right to bodily autonomy. #HumanRightsDay
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-beliefs
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-beliefs
Safer sex is key to looking after your and your partners sexual health. Remember: consent, condoms and testing are key! #SaferSexRules
https://www.brook.org.uk/campaigns/safer-sex-rules/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=instagram-organic-social-safersexrules
https://www.brook.org.uk/campaigns/safer-sex-rules/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=instagram-organic-social-safersexrules
Safer Sex Rules
It’s never been easier to look after your sexual health. All it takes is; consent, condoms, contraception and testing.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Safer sex is key to looking after your and your partners sexual health. Remember: consent, condoms and testing are key! #SaferSexRules
https://www.brook.org.uk/campaigns/safer-sex-rules/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=instagram-organic-social-safersexrules
https://www.brook.org.uk/campaigns/safer-sex-rules/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=instagram-organic-social-safersexrules
Brook’s course on misogyny, masculinity and stereotypes supports staff in addressing online and offline influences that shape attitudes and behaviours.
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/teaching-about-misogyny-masculinity-and-stereotypes
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/teaching-about-misogyny-masculinity-and-stereotypes
Teaching about masculinity and misogyny
Brook offers free lessons, training and courses to support teachers and those who work with young people to challenge ideas around gender and masculinity.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Brook’s course on misogyny, masculinity and stereotypes supports staff in addressing online and offline influences that shape attitudes and behaviours.
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/teaching-about-misogyny-masculinity-and-stereotypes
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/teaching-about-misogyny-masculinity-and-stereotypes
This #DisabilityHistoryMonth we've been thinking about myths around sex, relationships and disability - disabled people can't have sex, they don't want sex and they're burdens in relationships. None of this is true!
What myths have you heard of and how do you combat them?
What myths have you heard of and how do you combat them?
December 8, 2025 at 3:54 PM
This #DisabilityHistoryMonth we've been thinking about myths around sex, relationships and disability - disabled people can't have sex, they don't want sex and they're burdens in relationships. None of this is true!
What myths have you heard of and how do you combat them?
What myths have you heard of and how do you combat them?
How can you support a young person through the holidays? Read below to find out ⬇️⬇️⬇️ (1/6)
December 5, 2025 at 10:22 AM
How can you support a young person through the holidays? Read below to find out ⬇️⬇️⬇️ (1/6)
Brook provides a full programme of education and training for professionals working with young people. Explore our full offer to see how we can support your team.
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-educationandtraining
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-educationandtraining
RSE: Relationships & Sexual Education - RSE Curriculum
Our aim is to equip you with everything you need to provide exceptional relationships and sex education and wellbeing support to young people.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Brook provides a full programme of education and training for professionals working with young people. Explore our full offer to see how we can support your team.
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-educationandtraining
https://www.brook.org.uk/education/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-educationandtraining
Is gaming all bad? Read our blog to discover the positive power of gaming for boys and young men.
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/the-problem-isnt-gaming-its-npc-adults/?utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-gaming-youngboys-blog&utm_source=bs&utm_medium=social-media
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/the-problem-isnt-gaming-its-npc-adults/?utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-gaming-youngboys-blog&utm_source=bs&utm_medium=social-media
The Problem Isn’t Gaming – It’s NPC Adults - Brook
Many parents and professionals are quick to dismiss gaming. But when we ignore the world where many boys find belonging, we miss chances to connect. In this
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December 2, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Is gaming all bad? Read our blog to discover the positive power of gaming for boys and young men.
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/the-problem-isnt-gaming-its-npc-adults/?utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-gaming-youngboys-blog&utm_source=bs&utm_medium=social-media
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/the-problem-isnt-gaming-its-npc-adults/?utm_campaign=xbs-organic-social-gaming-youngboys-blog&utm_source=bs&utm_medium=social-media
Did you know: HIV and AIDS are two separate conditions with a big connection? When HIV isn't treated, it develops into AIDS which is life threatening. This #WorldAIDsDay, we encourage you to #takecharge and get tested!
December 1, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Did you know: HIV and AIDS are two separate conditions with a big connection? When HIV isn't treated, it develops into AIDS which is life threatening. This #WorldAIDsDay, we encourage you to #takecharge and get tested!
Learn how to feel more confident talking to young people about gender identity with these definitions.
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/gender-a-few-definitions/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=bluesky-organic-social-gender-identity-definitions
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/gender-a-few-definitions/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=bluesky-organic-social-gender-identity-definitions
The A-Z Of Gender: A Few Definitions. What does it mean?
The language we use when talking about gender is very important. Learn about various terms to do with gender.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Learn how to feel more confident talking to young people about gender identity with these definitions.
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/gender-a-few-definitions/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=bluesky-organic-social-gender-identity-definitions
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/gender-a-few-definitions/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=bluesky-organic-social-gender-identity-definitions
Do you know how to be an active bystander? This #IDEVAWG reflect on how you can join the fight to continue reducing violence against women and girls.
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/how-to-be-an-active-bystander/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-blog-activebystander
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/how-to-be-an-active-bystander/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-blog-activebystander
Be an active bystander - Use the 5Ds of intervention
Learn the 5Ds of bystander intervention- Direct, Distract, Delegate, Delay and Disapprove- and how to use them safely to challenge harmful behaviour.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Do you know how to be an active bystander? This #IDEVAWG reflect on how you can join the fight to continue reducing violence against women and girls.
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/how-to-be-an-active-bystander/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-blog-activebystander
https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/how-to-be-an-active-bystander/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-blog-activebystander
1 in 4 people in the UK will experience mental health problems in their lifetime.
Read Alex's story: https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/mental-health-alexs-story/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-alex-story
Read Alex's story: https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/mental-health-alexs-story/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-alex-story
Mental health: Alex's story - Brook
Alex, 24, shares his experience of how mental health problems have impacted his life.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:13 PM
1 in 4 people in the UK will experience mental health problems in their lifetime.
Read Alex's story: https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/mental-health-alexs-story/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-alex-story
Read Alex's story: https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/mental-health-alexs-story/?utm_source=X&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=x-organic-social-alex-story
#TransgenderDayofRemembrance
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-beliefs/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-trans-identity-statement#trans-and-non-binary-people-and-experience
https://www.brook.org.uk/about-brook/our-beliefs/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-trans-identity-statement#trans-and-non-binary-people-and-experience
Our beliefs - Brook’s position statements
Read Brook’s position on key issues affecting the sexual health and wellbeing of the nation.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Shows like Eastenders have got many people talking about incel culture and the manosphere, but what actually is it?
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/challenging-masculinity-and-the-manosphere/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=facebook-organic-social-challenging-manosphere
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/challenging-masculinity-and-the-manosphere/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=facebook-organic-social-challenging-manosphere
Challenging masculinity and the manosphere - Brook
We get ideas about gender stereotypes from many different places including:
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November 18, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Shows like Eastenders have got many people talking about incel culture and the manosphere, but what actually is it?
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/challenging-masculinity-and-the-manosphere/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=facebook-organic-social-challenging-manosphere
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/challenging-masculinity-and-the-manosphere/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=facebook-organic-social-challenging-manosphere
Lockdown may be a memory but self-kindness is still important. This #WorldKindnessDay we're revisiting Lauren's blog: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/discovidnected-why-self-kindness-is-key-in-lockdown/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-self-kindness
‘Dis[covid]nected’: why self-kindness is key in lockdown - Brook
Brook Education and Wellbeing Specialist Lauren Pae has two degrees in mental health. This Mental Health Awareness Week Lauren reminds us that it's important
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November 13, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Lockdown may be a memory but self-kindness is still important. This #WorldKindnessDay we're revisiting Lauren's blog: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/discovidnected-why-self-kindness-is-key-in-lockdown/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-self-kindness
TV and film does more than entertain. It shapes how we see ourselves and each other.
As part of Brook’s FeelScene campaign, PAG member Yeleena, explores how some shows have redefined Black women’s stories about sex and identity.
Read the blog: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/black-women-sex-tv/
As part of Brook’s FeelScene campaign, PAG member Yeleena, explores how some shows have redefined Black women’s stories about sex and identity.
Read the blog: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/black-women-sex-tv/
My Revolution Was Televised: Black Women, Sex and Representation On Screen - Brook
As part of their FeelScene campaign, Brook’s 20-24 Participation Advisory Group (PAG) are reflecting on the ways that media has shaped our perceptions of sex
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November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
TV and film does more than entertain. It shapes how we see ourselves and each other.
As part of Brook’s FeelScene campaign, PAG member Yeleena, explores how some shows have redefined Black women’s stories about sex and identity.
Read the blog: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/black-women-sex-tv/
As part of Brook’s FeelScene campaign, PAG member Yeleena, explores how some shows have redefined Black women’s stories about sex and identity.
Read the blog: https://www.brook.org.uk/blog/black-women-sex-tv/
We are proud to have taken the @Miscarriage Association #PregnancyLossPledge
November 7, 2025 at 5:08 PM
We are proud to have taken the @Miscarriage Association #PregnancyLossPledge
Emergency contraception is now available for free from over 10,000 pharmacies in England. To find out more about emergency contraception, head here: https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/morning-after-pill/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-ehc
Emergency Contraception: How The Morning After Pill Works
The emergency contraceptive pill often called 'the morning after pill' can be used after unprotected sex to protect you from pregnancy.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Emergency contraception is now available for free from over 10,000 pharmacies in England. To find out more about emergency contraception, head here: https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/morning-after-pill/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=linkedin-organic-social-ehc