Jewish teen helpline celebrates its third birthday

More than 600 guests attended a community talk on preventing emotional problems in children and teens hosted by JTeen, which runs a confidential helpline for those aged 11-20.

Introduced by therapist and JTeen chief executive officer Yaakov Barr, the event welcomed world-renowned Rabbi YY Jacobson of New York, who discussed the vital role parents play in fostering emotional well-being.

It was one of several parent events hosted by JTeen in the past year, and plans are already underway for more.

It followed celebrations the previous week marking the organisation’s third anniversary, bringing together volunteers, therapists, supervisors, informal educators and trustees to celebrate the significant milestone.

Since its inception, JTeen’s anonymous support line has been a vital lifeline for over a thousand teens, offering crucial support during challenging times.

As well as being on the frontline supporting teenagers struggling with mental health challenges, JTeen has emerged as an organisation driving change in Jewish teen mental health. By aiding teens in crisis while actively establishing its prevention programmes, its role is crucial for a healthy Jewish community of the future.

Over recent months its significance has become especially apparent with a significant increase in teens and community leaders seeking support and guidance to navigate the repercussions of the conflict in Israel and the rise of antisemitism in the UK.

With an ever-growing demand for its supportline, teen ‘resilience’ workshops and teacher awareness training across the UK, JTeen is now gearing up for its inaugural charity fundraising campaign on the 21st and 22nd of January.

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