The problems young people face

By the time they’re able to leave school at the age of 16, more than half of young people have already had sex. But when it comes to understanding the risks involved - to themselves and others - many teenagers are just fumbling in the dark. Which is where sexual ill health thrives.

How you can help sort this out

A fundraising event can be an educational and entertaining way to raise not only awareness of sexual health amongst young people, but also vital funds for THT. Some of the pupils and teachers who have put time, effort and imagination into supporting us in our fight against HIV and STIs recently are:  

• Canon’s High School, who raised a fabulous £382 by sponsoring two teachers to grow beards and shave them off.
• Stanbridge Earls School who raised the fantastic sum of £276.64 by having a “Gunge a Teacher” Day.
• Truro School whose wonderful sixth formers organised a concert which raised a phenomenal £800 for THT.

Along with the knowledge that the funds raised will be helping thousands of people living with a condition which currently has no cure, pupils can really benefit from the challenge of having to devise, plan and manage their own event - our fundraising-event ‘How to…’ manual will help them along the way.

We have also produced a set of teacher’s resources tackling issues such as relationships, sexuality, STIs and safer sex, which can be used in conjunction with any fundraising activity you choose to organise. We may also be able to come and talk to you about our work, and how your support helps us.

So if you would like to get involved, either by being sponsored for a weird and wonderful challenge or getting creative with your own event, please contact me for more information or to discuss your ideas.

Your chance to star in a THT Production

After the event don’t forget to send us your photos! We are always looking for photos and stories to include in our annual newsletter and on our website. So if you’ve done something worth shouting about make sure you send us all the details too.