SUPPORTING TEENAGERS ACROSS THE UK
Our story…
At Facing18, we’re dedicated to helping British teenagers navigate life’s big (and small) questions with confidence, clarity, and a feeling of support. From school and friendships to money, mental health, and fitness, our expertly written guides and articles are designed to inform, support, and empower young people during one of the most important phases of their lives.
We know that today’s teens are growing up in a fast-changing world and while they’re the ones in need of our content, we also understand that parents and carers want to be sure their children are getting guidance they can trust. That’s why our content is created by a team of experienced parents, educators, youth workers, and subject specialists, and reviewed for accuracy and relevance.
Every article or guide we publish is designed to be relatable, reliable, and rooted in real-life challenges teenagers face today. Furthermore, we signpost our users to relevant external support from every piece of content we publish.
What Facing18 offers…
Expert Advice You Can Trust
All our content is created and reviewed by qualified professionals including educators, youth mentors, and subject experts so you can be confident you are getting reliable, age-appropriate guidance.
Support for Every Step of Teen Life
From school stress to social pressures, first jobs to future plans, our guides cover the real issues teens in the UK face. We provide practical advice that helps young people feel informed, empowered, and ready for anything.
A Safe, Supportive Digital Space
Facing18 is designed as a friendly, non-judgemental resource. We talk in language that is appropriate without being patronising. We offer support that feels relatable and respectful. And we never preach.
Built for Teens, Backed by Parents
While our voice speaks to teens, we understand that parents need confidence in what we are saying. That’s why we balance engaging, youth-friendly content with the reassurance of editorial quality, privacy and safety.
Fresh, Regularly Updated Content
Our website includes frequent new articles, seasonal advice, and timely topics so there’s always something relevant and helpful to explore, no matter what you are facing or where you are on your journey to adulthood.
Life Skills That Last a Lifetime
We go beyond the basics to teach skills and insights that help teenagers thrive – not just now, but into adulthood. Think of it as long-term guidance for short-term challenges. Facing18 is a trusted resource for as long as you need it.
Thousands of helpful guides and articles
Our team of experts include professionals working in education, mental health, youth work, counselling and community support alongside our panel of teenage advisors. All of our articles have been written in a language and style that is engaging and appropriate for teenagers.
All of our articles and guides include enough detail to provide a full understanding of the subject without overwhelming (or boring) young minds.
Advice & support whenever it is needed
Facing18 has been developed to work across all platforms to ensure that whenever you need it and wherever you are, you have access to thousands of helpful articles and resources.
