LGBTQ+ Support Hub
Welcome to the LGBTQ+ Support Hub! Whether you’re looking for mental health support, sexual health services, or community connections, this hub provides trusted local and national resources. From youth groups to legal advocacy, you’ll find the support you need to thrive and feel part of an inclusive community. Let’s get started!
Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing
- MindLine Trans+: A confidential mental health and emotional support helpline for trans and non-binary people.
- Off the Record Bristol (OTR): LGBTQ+ mental health and wellbeing support for young people in Bristol.
- Switchboard LGBTQ+ Helpline: National helpline offering support for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Sexual Health and Wellbeing
- Unity Sexual Health: Bristol-based sexual health service offering LGBTQ+ inclusive care.
- Terrence Higgins Trust: National HIV and sexual health charity providing support and resources.
- Brook: Sexual health and wellbeing advice for young people, including LGBTQ+ individuals.
Support for Youth and Families
- Freedom Youth (Off the Record Bristol): A safe and social space for LGBTQ+ young people aged 11–25 in Bristol.
- The Proud Trust: National organisation offering resources and youth groups for LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Mermaids: Support for trans and gender-diverse young people and their families.
Advocacy and Legal Rights
- SARI (Stand Against Racism & Inequality): Bristol-based support for victims of hate crime and discrimination, including LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Stonewall: National advocacy organisation campaigning for LGBTQ+ rights.
- Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS): Advice on discrimination and equality laws in the UK.
Housing and Homelessness Support
- Albert Kennedy Trust (AKT): National charity supporting young LGBTQ+ people facing homelessness or hostile living environments.
- Shelter Bristol: Advice and support for anyone facing housing issues, including LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Stonewall Housing: Specialist housing advice for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Social and Community Connections
- Bristol Pride: Organisers of the annual Bristol Pride Festival and year-round community events.
- Gay West: A social and support group for LGBTQ+ individuals in Bristol and the surrounding areas.
- Meetup LGBTQ+ Groups in Bristol: Local meetup groups for LGBTQ+ social activities.
Education and Workplace Inclusion
- Diversity Trust: Bristol-based organisation providing training on LGBTQ+ inclusion.
- Stonewall: Resources for creating LGBTQ+ inclusive workplaces and schools.
- Just Like Us: Charity empowering LGBTQ+ young people and creating inclusive school environments.
