On this page are a number of organisations, both national and local, which work to support young people and young LGB people.
askTheSite.org
A one-stop advice and information website where 16-24 year-olds can find support and guidance on a range of issues. They also run an askTheSite service where young people can get expert answers to their questions, and there is an online community with forums and discussion boards.
Web: www.thesite.org
Be Foundation
Aims to raise awareness of issues of youth suicide and deliberate self-harm at all levels in young people, the government, media and the general public. The emphasis is on young people aged 14-24 years old.
E-mail: info@be-foundation.org
Web: www.be-foundation.org
ChildLine
Free, 24-hour helpline for children and young people in the UK. Children and young people can call the helpline about any problem, at any time - day or night. They help many young callers who are experiencing homophobia and/or homophobic bullying.
ChildLine
Helpline: 0800 1111 (lines often busy)
45 Folgate St.
London E1 6GL
Telephone: 020 7650 3200
Fax: 020 7650 3201
Web: www.childline.org.uk
Children's Rights Alliance for England
Works to improve the status and lives of all children in England through the fullest implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Supports and works in partnership with children and young people so that they can learn about and use their rights.
Children's Rights Alliance for England
94 White Lion Street
London N1 9PF
Telephone: 020 7278 8222
Fax: 020 7278 9552
E-mail: info@crae.org.uk
Web: www.crae.org.uk
Just for Kids Law
This is a charity based in West London which works with children and young people (the maximum age is 21). They provide specialist representation in the criminal justice system but also representation in any education matters or any other area of formal and informal advocacy with which they can assist. They have represented a number of LGBT clients.
Postal Address:
8 Lamble Street
London
NW5 4AH
Telephone: 0207 266 7159
Email: info@justforkidslaw.org
Web: www.justforkidslaw.org
Leading UK charity working to create a better world for children in the UK and more than 70 countries. Aims to transform children's lives in many different ways: health care, education and welfare work are the main areas.
Save the Children
1 St. John's Lane
London EC1M 4AR
Telephone: 020 7012 6400
Fax: 020 7012 6963
Email: supporter.care@savethechildren.org.uk
Web: www.savethechildren.org.uk
2byou youth group
2byou provides support and friendship for young people aged 16 – 24 in Cambridgeshire discovering their sexuality
Group – Wednesdays 6:30 – 8:30. Just drop in!
Trainers’ Project: Learn skills to train other young people about lesbian, gay and bisexual issues
Talk in confidence: Just want to chat? Text, phone or e mail confidentially for info, advice and support
Telephone: 07808 189158
Email: hello@2byou.org.uk
Allsorts Youth Project, Brighton
Project for young LGB people in Brighton.
Postal Address:
YPC
69 Ship Street,
Brighton
BN1 1AE
Telephone: 01273 721211
Email: info@allsortsyouth.org.uk
Beau Belles
A social & support group for young lesbian, gay, bi and trans people under 25. Beau Belles is a safe space where young people can make friends, get support & learn new skills.
They are East London based- Walthamstow/Leyton.
Contact Karen Algacs on 020 8496 1530/1526 or 07887650654
Email: beau.belles@hotmail.co.uk
Website: http://www.myspace.com/beaubelles
Breakout Youth Project
This youth project is for young people aged 13-25 years old who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transexual or unsure of their sexual or gender identity. Breakout offers information, advice and support as well as a programme of social events, activities and residentials, there is also a weekly social group that meets in a safe space in Southampton. Postal Address:
Mary Lukins,
City Base, 100 High street,
Southampton,
SO142AA.
Telephone 02380223344 or 07860444673
Web: www.breakoutyouth.co.uk
Choices Youth Group, Derby
Local group for young LGB people.
Postal Address:
Derby Youth House,
Mill Street,
Derby
DE1 1DY
Telephone: 01332 206 027
Email: choicesyouthgroup@hotmail.co.uk
Freestyle London
Freestyle London supports young lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender youth to get a better deal from services in London. They provide a Directory of Services for young LGBT people in London, research and share good practice, run The London LGBT Youth Work Forum, London LGBT Youth Council and coordinate the Youth @ Pride alliance.
Freestyle London
Unit J414 (Unit J111 from mid-April 2007)
Tower Bridge Business Complex
100 Clements Road
London SE16 4DG
Tel: 020 7064 8383
Email: freestyle@lgbtconsortium.org.uk
Web: www.freestylelondon.org.uk
Gay and Lesbian Youth in Calderdale (GAYLIC)
Local youth service for young LGB people in the Calderdale area.
Postal Address:
PO Box 8
Todmorden
Lancashire
OL14 5TZ
Telephone: 01706 817 235
Email: getintouch@gaylic.org.uk
Girlz 'n' Boyz youth group, Kent
Boyz and Girlz is a youth project providing a safe space for young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning. The group meets once a week and can offer information, advice and support. The group meets on Tuesdays from 5pm to 7.30pm and is open to anyone from Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks and surrounding areas.
Contact Jane Sales (Youth Worker):
Telephone or text: 07919 043 945
Email: jane.sales@kent.gov.uk
GYC
The Gay Youth Corner is a community, profile, chat, article and resource website for young gay men, lesbians and bisexuals.
Web: www.thegyc.com
Telephone: 0870 4324833
Fax: 0870 7053216
Girl Diva
A london-wide service for young lesbian, bisexual or unsure women. They provide workshops, outings and residential events, plus a weekly group and one to one sessions.
Telephone: 0207 700 1323 or 0208 348 1785
Email: girldiva@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.outzone.org/girldiva/intro.htm
The Green Door, Hackney's LGBT Youth Project
This is a youth project for young LGBT queer and questioning people in the London borough of Hackney. They are open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5.30 to 8.30pm.
Contact Finn on:
Mobile: 07772 565 546
Telephone: 0208 533 2174
Halton G Space
Youth group in Halton for LGB people.
Postal Address:
G Space c/o 107a Albert Road
Widnes
WA7 6LB
Telephone: 0151 4225503
Email: haltongspace@hotmail.co.uk
LGBT Youth Scotland
Provides one-to-one and group support and services for young lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender people in South East Scotland. Offers a range of services and opportunities for parents and careers of LGBT young people and those teaching and working with young people.
LGBT Youth Scotland
John Cotton Centre
10 Sunnyside
Edinburgh EH7 5RA
Telephone: 0131 622 2266
Youthline: 0845 113 0005 (Tuesday 7.30 - 9.00pm)
Text: 07905 918 515
Web: www.lgbtyouth.org.uk
Lik:t
Lik:t is based in Manchester and is a peer education health project aimed at young lesbians and bisexual women aged 14-25. The project promotes six areas of wellness: physical, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, occupational and social/community. It does this through regular activities including theatre projects, summer camp, sports, working towards Key Skills qualifications, residentials, research and a quarterly magazine which is written by and for young LesBi women.
The Young Women's Peer Health Project
c/o LGYM
49-51 Sydney Street
Manchester
M60 1LP
Tel: 0781 398 1338
Web: www.likt.org.uk
Email: likt_info@yahoo.co.uk
Mosaic Youth group
Mosaic Youth Club for young Lesbian, Gay, bisexual and Trans people under 19 running every Wednesday from 6.30pm - 9.00pm. Services include:
Mosaic Seriously Sexy Health Clinic: During the youth club you can get confidential advice from a qualified Sexual Health Worker who can provide condoms, lube, and femidoms.
Mosaic LGBT Library: LGBT books and DVD's are available for hire to all active members.
Mosaic Face to Face is a space where you can talk with female or male workers on one to one basis in a non-judgmental environment. Mosaic have a database of LGBT and LGBT friendly services for referrals.
Mosaic LGBT Friendly Connexions: qualified advisors on topics including education, career, housing and benefits!
Mosaic are open Wed 12- 9pm, Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9-5pm
Postal Address:
12-22 Kilburn High Road
London
NW6 5UH
Telephone: 07931 336 668
Email: info@mosaicyouth.org.uk
Web: http://www.mosaicyouth.org.uk/
O.O.T. (Formerly Out On Thursday)
An LGB youth group for those in Hammersmith and Fulham aged 25 and under. They offer a safe and supportive environment for young people coming to terms with their sexuality, as well as the opportunity to socialise and get advice or information.
Telephone: 020 7386 9131
Helpline: 0800 169 4318
Email: info@outonthursday.org.uk
web: www.outonthursday.org.uk
PACE - Outzone
As part of its work with young lesbians, bisexuals and gay men aged 25 and under, the PACE Youthwork Service has set up popular weekly youth groups. These offer confidential one-to-one advice, support and information by phone, email or in person. They are run by friendly and professional staff in a safe and secure environment. The Outzone website has online support pages and weekly events information.
PACE Youthwork Service
Telephone: 020 7700 1323
Email: info@outzone.org
Web: www.outzone.org/outzone/outzoneindex.html
Phoenix youth group, Dumfries
This youth group is aimed at young lgbt people in the Dumfries area. They offer general support, sexual health advice, and social activities.
Postal Address:
Dumfries LGBT centre
26 Brewery Street
Dumfries
DG1 2RP
Telephone: 01387 739 888
Email: gary.bell@lgbtyouth.org.uk
Pout Youth Group
Local youth group based in Chorley.
Postal Address:
c/o District Youth and Community Office
55 Union Street
Chorley
PR7 1EB
Telephone: 0800 7831524
Email: pout99@hotmail.com
Queer Youth Alliance
Support, message boards, forums, chat, youth groups, listings etc. for young LGBT people.
Email: info@queeryouth.org.uk
Web: www.queeryouth.org.uk
The Rainbow Club, Torfaen
Youth group for LGB young people in Torfaen.
Postal Address:
Suite One, Top Floor,
Portland Buildings,
Commercial Street
Pontypool, Torfaen
NP4 6JS
Telephone: 0149 5752333
Email: rainbowtorfaengroup@yahoo.co.uk
SexYouAlity Youth Group
Support and social group for young LGB people in Cambridge.
Postal Address:
Office B, Dales Brewery
Gwydir Street
Cambridge
CB1 2LJ
Telephone: 07808 189 158
Email: info@2byouth.co.uk
SOUND youth group
SOUND is an LGBT youth group for young people in Bradford. They meet on Mondays from 6.30- 8.30pm.
Please contact Louise Gillon or Philip Kitson
Telephone: 07825 904 964
Email: sound@bradford.gov.uk
Space Youth Project
Local group for LGB young people in Bournemouth.
Postal Address:
c/0 27 St Michael's Road
Bournemouth
BH2 5DP
Telephone: 01202257478 or 07973405280
Email: info@spaceyouthproject.co.uk
Toby's
A young person's project in Dorset which offers social and educational activities for young people under 25.
Postal Address:
1 Bimport
Shaftesbury
Dorset
SP7 8AT
Telephone: 0174 1850860
Email: tobysypp@googlemail.com
Urban Youth
Local youth group for young people in East London.
Postal Address:
St Margarets House
21 Old Ford Road
London
E2 9PL
Telephone: 0790 3797433
Email: info@urbanyouth.org.uk
Utopia Youth service
Runs three locally based youth groups for LGB youth in Crewe, Chester and Ellesmere Port.
Utopia Chester
Telephone: 01244 602817
Email: chester@utopialgb.org.uk
Utopia Crewe
Telephone: 01270 847935
Email: crewe@utopialgb.org.uk
Utopia Ellesmere Port
Telephone: 0151 3485628
Email: info@utopialgb.org.uk
Wirral Brook 'Work it Out' group
Youth group for 14-18 year olds who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or unsure.
Postal Address:
14 Whetstone Lane
Charing Cross
Birkenhead
Wirral
CH41 2QR
Telephone: 0151 670 0177
Email: outreach@wirralbrook.org.uk
X-Plore Youth
X-Plore is an Exeter based youth group for young people (aged up to 25) who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender or who are unsure (LGBT/U). They offer safe, supportive social and educational opportunities. They aim to offer activities that are fun and life-enhancing and give LGBT/U young people access to the same personal and social development opportunities enjoyed by their peers. The group is open every Thursday between 6:30pm and 8:30pm.
If you are interested in joining X-PLORE, please contact them via the email address or mobile number below.
Email: info@x-plore.org.uk
Telephone: 07867 570944.
Web: http://www.x-plore.org.uk/
Your Zone, Ealing
Ealing youth group for young LGB people
Postal address:
c/o Eycis,
55 Acton High Street
London
W3 6NE
Telephone: 0208 896 3673
Email: yourzone@ealing.gov.uk
The Youth Group, Peterborough
Local youth group for young people in Peterborough.
Telephone: 0173 3311555
Email: huw@theyouthgroup.org.uk
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