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it would be understandable if a law genuinely stated such rubbish and it was done in the right way, but it doesn’t as @Lili5Bet has pointed out, and it hasn’t at all be done in the right way either!!! the mix is turning in to such an unsafe and unsupportive environment that is just toxic and encouraging people to not use services, the opposite of what is needed!! as is very clear, mental health services in the uk are ridiculous - you cannot get help until it’s too late practically, you spend years on wait lists with no inbetween support etc so services such as the mix are what are so necessary for young people to have so as they have a little support, but now the mix is no longer that place:(
i know it’s not the community team that makes these decisions and they have limited (and usually inaccurate) information to give us, but it’s also really unfair on the community team too as they are the people that have to face the members dealing with someone higher ups ridiculous decisions - not at all saying that anyone’s responses here (or anywhere) have been an issue, they’ve been to the point and the frustration etc felt is SO valid - but it’s unfair for the community team to have to deal with someone else’s mess.
*i apologise if any of this is worded badly, i haven’t slept in 2 days!!*
idk how its working but @Redemption was the one who messaged me.
I get you. ChildLine are a very good example in terms of online safety for young children. Heck you don’t even have to put your email address in to sign up for their website.
It is, however, not a good example to follow for adults, who, imo, should have more choice over what they see and (more importantly) who they interact with.
I think we can all agree that online safety for children is critical, and for adults too, but there are ways and means of protecting it without limiting choice
i just messaged you:)
Can someone do this for me too please?
If it’s been reversed, we are the ultimate pressure group. If it’s an accident, imo it needs to be PMs will be switched off after XYZ date in the future.
i can reply to pms but cant make them too. *
Hmmm 🤔 this is very strange then, I’m really confused of what they’ve done here!
tried msging you and independent but it wouldnt let me.
Oh, I haven’t received anything unfortunately, let me try!
100% agree, tho like @Redemption said, I don't know how much difference it will make that this thread won't. If that makes sense?
Done
Doibg this by email doesn't feel secure and doesn't help us in remaining anonymous.. chilsline do via account you should do the same!
Please listen to us and what we feel comfortable with!
Also we've lost all our DMS like I've has messages with you with useful words, suggestions on there, conversations not finished and now it's gone... please don't leave is alone.
Agreed on email. I know the staff have access to our email anyway, but think of people who use shared computers or devices. I don't, so not an issue for me, but many young people use a family computer. Communicating outside of the boards could put their confidentiality at risk.