CAMHS LGBTQ+ Resources for Children, Adolescents, Parents & Schools
Stonewall Youth:
- Website link: https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/
- https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support/coming-out-lgbt
- For support during the COVID-19 crisis, please see here: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/help-advice/covid-19-help-and-advice
- Email: info@stonewall.org.uk
- Phone: FREEPHONE 0800 0502020, lines are open 9:30 - 4:30 Monday to Friday (answerphone available outside these hours)
- For more information, please see here: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/help- advice/contact-stonewalls-information-service
MindOut:
- Website link: https://www.mindout.org.uk/
- A mental health service run by and for lesbians, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer people, who work to improve the mental health and wellbeing of LGBTQ communities and to make mental health a community concern
- They offer an Online Support service, which is free and open every day for several hours, with a changing timetable, which can be viewed and accessed through their website: https://mindout.org.uk/get-support
- Email: info@mindout.org.uk
- Phone: 01273234839
- Online Support service (see website for opening times, which vary) – when they are online, you can contact one of their Online Support Workers in confidence for instant chat; see the box in the bottom right hand corner
- They also provide a wide range of flyers and leaflets, available for download here: https://www.mindout.org.uk/resources/
Allsorts Youth Project:
- Website link: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/
- An LGBT+ youth charity that listens to, supports, and connects children and young people under 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or unsure (LGBTU) of their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
Handy resources available for download here:
https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/resources/toolkits-booklets-guides, including:
- Five Simple Ways to Better Mental Health and Wellbeing (Written for and by LGBTU Young People): https://uploads- ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5ee0c0196a85efc9670500aa_AllsortsYouthProject%20-%20Better%20Mental%20Health%20%26%20Wellbeing.pdf
- Healthy Heads and Hearts: Difference is Normal: https://uploads- ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5ee0c0b33d9497525204377 4_AllsortsYouthProject%20-%20HealthyHeadsandHearts-.pdf
- 5 Ways to Manage Gender Dysphoria: https://uploads- ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5ee0c0e5dfcb7e4e476fdaf1_ AllsortsYouthProject%20-%205%20ways%20dysphoria%20to%20manage%20Gender%20Dysphoria.pdf
- Mindfulness Colouring Book: https://uploads- ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5bf2b1df539276880286c994_Allsorts%20Youth%20Project%20%20Midfluness%20Colouring%20Book%20created%20by%20Transformers.pdf
- They also offer a list of resources and links for health and support, including crisis support, mental health support, bullying, sexual health, and more: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/what-we-do/help-and-support
- For contact details, please see: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact
It Gets Better UK:
- Website link: https://www.itgetsbetter.org.uk/
- An international movement that envisions a world where all LGBTQ+ youth are free to live equally and know their worthiness and power as individuals
- The project aims to tell the stories of LGBTQ+ people and to provide positive and reassuring messages to LGBTQ+ young people
- You can get involved and submit a video here: https://www.itgetsbetter.org.uk/get- involved
- They produce positive and uplifting social media content on various social media platforms:
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/itgetsbetteruk
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItGetsBetterUK/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itgetsbetteruk/
The Proud Trust:
- https://www.theproudtrust.org/
- They do this through youth groups, coordinating national and regional LGBT+ youth work networks, managing the LGBT+ Centre for Manchester, delivering of training, running events and campaigns, undertaking research and creating resources.
- A section of their website is designed specifically for young people: https://www.theproudtrust.org/for-young-people/
- They provide advice and support (https://www.theproudtrust.org/for-young-people/advice-and-support/) on topics including:
- https://www.theproudtrust.org/for-young-people/advice-and- support/coming-out/
- Questioning your sexuality: https://www.theproudtrust.org/for-young- people/advice-and-support/questioning-your-sexuality/
- Keeping safe online: https://www.theproudtrust.org/for-young- people/advice-and-support/keeping-safe-online/
- They also provide handy resources available for download here: https://www.theproudtrust.org/resources/resource-downloads/guides-for-young- people/, including:
- A “Coming Out” Guide: https://www.theproudtrust.org/wp- content/uploads/download-manager- files/TPT%20Coming%20Out%20Guide.pdf
- Connected: Young Men’s Guide to Hope: https://www.theproudtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/download-manager- files/Final%20DIGITAL%20-%20Young%20mens%20loneliness%20guide.pdf
- Young lesbian and bisexual women’s Guide to Wellness: https://www.theproudtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/download-manager- files/Digital%20Wellness%20Guide.pdf
- Sex and Relationships Guide for Lesbian and Bisexual Women: https://www.theproudtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/download-manager- files/digital_TPT%20sex%20rel%20guide.pdf
Mosaic LGBT Youth Centre:
- Website link: https://www.mosaictrust.org.uk/
- Mosaic works with LGBT+ persons age 13-19
- They run a wide range of core activities, programs and services, including:
- Under 18 LGBT+ Youth Club
- Personalised Mentoring & Support
- Culture Club
- Retreats
- Online counselling
- Link for more information: https://www.mosaictrust.org.uk/young-persons
Mermaids:
- Website link: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/
- One of the UK’s leading LGBTQ+ charities, Mermaids aims to support gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care
- They have a section dedicated specifically to young people:https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/young-people/
- Provides definitions of gender dysphoria
- Provides tips on what to do if you think you are transgender
- Offers a helpful list of resources for young people: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/young-people/resources-for-young-people/, including a wide range of videos and links to useful articles.
- They also have a Young Person’s Community, which allows you to connect with other young people and experienced professionals who can offer you practical advice and guidance in a safe and supportive community – to join, apply here: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/young-people/mermaids-youth-community-application/
- Email: info@mermaidsuk.org.uk
- Telephone: 0808 801 0400 (Monday-Friday; 9am-9pm)
- Web Chat: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/ (Open from 9am – 9pm Monday to Friday)
- Text Chat: If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need support, text MERMAIDS to 85258
Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays:
- Website link: https://www.fflag.org.uk/
- Provides some helpful resources and guides available for download here: https://www.fflag.org.uk/booklets-posters-forms/, including:
- How Do I Tell My Parents I’m Transgender
- How Do I Tell My Parents I’m Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual
Terrence Higgins Trust:
- Website link: https://www.tht.org.uk/
- Offers a wide range of support services, including: emotional support and information by phone, help with accessing HIV testing, treatment advice, contact with support groups, and more
- For information on how to contact them, please see here: https://www.tht.org.uk/contact-us
- Please note: due to COVID-19, free youth counselling has been suspended until further notice: https://www.tht.org.uk/our-services/head-office/free-youth- counselling
Galop:
- Website link: https://www.galop.org.uk/
- Supports lesbian, gay bisexual and trans people experiencing hate crime, domestic abuse or sexual violence
- All of their services are free of charge
- For more information on how Galop can help, please see here: http://www.galop.org.uk/how-we-can-help/
- Offers factsheets and leaflets, available for download here: http://www.galop.org.uk/factsheets/
- They also offer support for young people (ages 16-25) who live in London and who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and identify as LGBT. For more information, please see here: http://www.galop.org.uk/young-people-16-25/
- Emails: advice@galop.org.uk; referrals@galop.org.uk; help@galop.org.uk
- Telephone: National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0800 999 5428, available Monday to Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm; Wednesday to Thursday, from 10:00am - 8:00pm
- London LGBT+ Anti-violence Advice: 0207 704 2040, available Monday to Friday, 10:30am-12:00pm and 1:30pm-4:00pm
- Please note: Deaf callers have the option to use systems like Relay UK: https://actiononhearingloss.org.uk/information-and- support/technology-and-products/relay-uk/
- http://www.galop.org.uk/report/
London Friend:
- Website link: https://londonfriend.org.uk/
- The UK’s oldest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans charity, London Friend aims to support the health and mental wellbeing of the LGBT community in and around London
- They offer counselling and support around issues such as same-sex relationships, sexual and gender identity and promoting personal growth and self-confidence; their services are delivered by trained LGBT volunteers
- Their website provides information on topics including:
- Mental Health: https://londonfriend.org.uk/mental-health/
- Coming Out: https://londonfriend.org.uk/coming-out/
- Counselling: https://londonfriend.org.uk/counselling/
- Please note: in light of the COVID-19 crisis, face to face services have been suspended until further notice. For more information on what services are available at this time, please see here: https://londonfriend.org.uk/corona-virus-update/
Switchboard:
- Website link: https://switchboard.lgbt/
- A helpline operated by LGBT+ volunteers, providing a safe space for anyone to discuss anything, including sexuality, gender identity, sexual health and emotional wellbeing.
- In response to the COVID-19 crisis, they have created an Emotional Wellbeing Support Pack, available for download here: https://mcusercontent.com/ba384b5de9ae2aeecfd47a451/files/842da336-60b0- 49cd-898f-c99d90d025fb/Emotional_Wellbeing_Support_Pack.pdf
- Email: chris@switchboard.lgbt (emails are typically replied to within 72 hours)
- Telephone: 0300 330 0630, available 10:00-22:00 every day (calls to this number will cost you the same as calls to 01 and 02 numbers and are included in any call allowances you may have either on a mobile or a landline)
- Online chat (check whether the chat is open here: https://switchboard.lgbt/)
- They have a partnership with Shout Crisis Messenger, a 24/7 text messaging service that is open to all and is not specifically staffed by LGBT+ volunteers
- If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need support outside of working hours, text Switchboard to 85258
- For more information, please see here: https://switchboard.lgbt/help/when-closed/
Albert Kennedy Trust (AKT):
- Website link: https://www.akt.org.uk/
- AKT is an organisation created to help LGBT young people aged 16 –25 who are homeless, living in a hostile environment or are in a housing crisis to find safe homes, employment, education or training and to celebrate their identities in order to improve their life outcomes.
- AKT can help you:
- Stay safe in a crisis
- Find emergency accommodation
- Access specialist support
- https://www.akt.org.uk/Blogs/online, providing information on topics including:
- How do I tell my parents?: https://www.akt.org.uk/blog/how-do-i-tell-my-parents
- Staying safe online while LGBTQ+: https://www.akt.org.uk/blog/safe-online
- Wellbeing: top tips: https://www.akt.org.uk/blog/wellbeing-top-tips
- For information on how to self-refer, please see: https://www.akt.org.uk/refer
- Email: contact@akt.org.uk
- Telephone: 020 7831 6562 (London office)
- Online Chat on their website: https://www.akt.org.uk/contact
- Please note: during the COVID-19 pandemic, AKT are still able to support young people online (see https://www.akt.org.uk/covid-19 for more information).
Redbridge Rainbow Community:
- Website link: https://www.redbridgerainbowcommunity.org.uk/
- Aims to help support and connect LGBT+ people who live, work, socialise and study in the Borough of Redbridge
- Organises social events including film nights, meet-ups for friendship and support
- Provides training for local organisations on LGBT+ issues
- Provides a list of local and London-wide organisations: https://www.redbridgerainbowcommunity.org.uk/resources
Core services include one-to-one counselling support and young people’s services; they also offer training and consultancy for fellow professionals and those seeking to enhance their understanding of issues facing LGBT communities
In light of the COVID-19 crisis, Youth Out East Groups are now running online (free of charge) – these are a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for young people to make friends, hang out, enjoy activities and workshops, and share experiences with other LGBT young people online.
- They are running weekly on Tuesday evenings with the following times:
- 5-6.30pm for 12–15s
- 7-8.30pm for 15-18s
- If you are interested in getting involved or would like to refer someone, contact youth@elop.org or 020 8509 3898
- Please note: ELOP do not offer support for parents, but are able to signpost them to available support services.
BOOKS
Picture Books
The following books are recommended by Families Together London; for more, please see here:
- https://www.familiestogetherlondon.com/library
- Mommy, Mama, and Me, by Leslea Newman (author) & Carol Thompson (illustrator) (ages 3-7 years)
- I Am Jazz, by Jessica Herthel & Jazz Jennings (ages 5-8 years)
- This Day in June, by Gayle E. Pitman (author) & Kristyna Litten (illustrator) (ages 5-8 years)
- My Princess Boy, by Cheryl Kildavos (ages 4-8 years)
Adolescents
- The following books are recommended by Abe Books; for more, please see here: https://www.abebooks.com/books/features/pride/30-LGBT-YA-books/
- All Out, edited by Saundra Mitchell
- It’s Not Like It’s a Secret, by Misa Sugiura
- Luna, by Julie Anne Peters
- ISBN: 9780316011273
- Available in Redbridge Libraries:
My Genderation: Tayler, 14 year old trans kid (by My Genderation): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfIXiJbm7ms&feature=emb_title
- CBBC My Life – “I Am Leo” (by CBBC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMCPeFVE3T4
It Gets Better Project: https://www.youtube.com/user/itgetsbetterproject
- A playlist of uplifting and inspiring videos by lesbian, bisexual, gay, and transgender young people and celebrities.
- LGBTQ – 8 Coming Out Tips (by Psych2Go): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbiXhMUwlJA
Families Together London:
- Website link: https://www.familiestogetherlondon.com/
- Read about other parents’ stories and experiences here: https://www.familiestogetherlondon.com/our-stories-home
- They also provide a list of books: https://www.familiestogetherlondon.com/library
Please note: due to the COVID-19 crisis, their face-to-face monthly meetings are temporarily suspended. In the meantime, they are providing the same level of support over the next few months,via telephone, email, and virtual meetings on Zoom - info@familiestogetherlondon.com for more information.
Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays:
Website link: https://www.fflag.org.uk/
- A national voluntary organisation and charity dedicated to supporting parents and their lesbian, gay, bisexual and Trans sons and daughters
- They provide a wide range of resources (including posters, booklets, newsletters, and forms), available for download here: https://www.fflag.org.uk/booklets-posters- forms/
- Support Line: 0845 652 0311 (calls cost 2p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge)
- Also provides links to other support groups and organisations: https://www.fflag.org.uk/portfolio-item/links-to-other-support/
Allsorts Youth Project:
- Website link: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/
- An LGBT+ youth charity that listens to, supports, and connects children and young people under 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or unsure (LGBTU) of their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
Handy resources available for download here:
https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/resources/toolkits-booklets-guides, including:
- A Journey Without a Map: Being a Parent of a Trans Child: https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5ee0bfaf1afffb0c3dab69f2_A llsortsYouthProject%20-%20A%20Journey%20WIthout%20A%20Map.pdf
- For contact details, please see: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact
Mosaic:
- Website link: https://www.mosaictrust.org.uk/
- Offers advice for parents and guardians of LGBTQ+ people: https://www.mosaictrust.org.uk/advice/
- Provides support by offering one-off meetings to asses parent/guardian needs and provide tailored guidance — for more information, please see here:
- List of helpful resources: https://www.mosaictrust.org.uk/guardian-resources/
Mermaids:
- Website link: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/
- One of the UK’s leading LGBTQ+ charities, Mermaids aims to support gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care
- Has a section dedicated to parents: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/parents/
- Provides a definition of gender dysphoria, as well as tips on what to do to support transgender children
- They also have an online Parents’ Community, a safe space for parents to ask questions, talk about how they are doing, and sharing experiences with others in the same or similar circumstances
- To join, please apply here: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/parents/mermaids- parents-community-application/
- Offers a handy list of resources, including videos and tips for parents: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/parents/resources-for-parents/
- Email: info@mermaidsuk.org.uk
- Helpline: 0808 801 0400 (Monday-Friday; 9am-9pm)
Trans 101: Gender Diversity Crash Course:
- Website link: https://www.trans101.org.au/
- Trans 101 is a starter pack designed to help support trans people by helping people better understand what it means to be trans, and how to make the world and better, safer, happier place for trans and gender diverse people
- Offers six videos which you can watch or download, covering information such as “Friends and Family”
- Provides helpful resources including a “Trans 101: Gender Diversity Crash Course” booklet, available for download here: https://www.trans101.org.au/pdf/Trans101- PDF-Web.pdf
The following books are recommended by Families Together London; for more, please see here: https://www.familiestogetherlondon.com/library
- Coming Out To Parents: A Two-Way Survival Guide For Lesbians And Gay Men And Their Parents by Mary V. Borhek
- Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Trans (but were afraid to ask) by Brynn Tannehill
- Yay! You’re Gay! Now What?: A Gay Boy’s Guide To Life by Riyadh Khalaf
- For books recommended by FFLAG, please see here: https://www.fflag.org.uk/books-for-parents/
- 5 Tips for Parents of LGBT Kids (by The Advocate, featuring Susan Cottrell, mother of 5): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8Ev2QG0W9M
- Caring for LGBTQ Youth: Tips for Parents & Caregivers | UCLA EMPWR Program (by UCLA Health): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAxLlj7SJn8
- UCLA child and adolescent psychiatrist Natalia Ramos, MD, and clinical psychologist Elizabeth Ollen, PhD, from the UCLA EMPWR Program for LGBTQ Youth, explore strategies for building resilience in LGBTQ youth. Dr. Ramos and Dr. Ollen share concrete tools and tips for parents and caregivers to support their youth's mental health.
- How do I best support my transgender child? (by Mermaids): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRR3tIHHOxQ
- Is being transgender just a phase for my child? (by Mermaids): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezI-aMX8owM&feature=emb_title
- Which terms should I use to make my transgender child feel comfortable? (by Mermaids): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCYwhealxJk&feature=emb_title
- What should I do if my transgender child is bullied? (by Mermaids)
School’s Out UK:
- Website link: http://www.schools-out.org.uk/
- An education charity whose overarching goal is to make schools and educational institutions safe spaces for our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans (LGBT) communities as teachers, lecturers and trainers; as pupils and students; as parents; as teaching and learning support staff; as site-officers, catering and cleaning staff; and as headteachers, managers and governors.
- Provides resources for teaching: http://www.schools-out.org.uk/?page_id=159
- http://www.schools- out.org.uk/?page_id=161
Mermaids:
- Website link: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/
- One of the UK’s leading LGBTQ+ charities, Mermaids aims to support gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care
- Has a section dedicated to professionals, including teachers: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/professionals/
- Provides a definition of gender dysphoria, and tips on how to support transgender children as a teacher
- Offers a handy list of resources for professionals: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/professionals/resources-for-professionals/, including:
- A Teachers Introduction to Diversity Role Models: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/diversity-role- models-Schools-brochure-141216.pdf
- “Everyone’s Welcome” Gender Identity Guide: A guide to supporting children and young people with their gender identity”: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Gender-Identity- Guide-AFC.pdf
- Email: info@mermaidsuk.org.uk
- Helpline: 0808 801 0400 (Monday-Friday; 9am-9pm)
Allsorts Youth Project:
- Website link: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/
- An LGBT+ youth charity that listens to, supports, and connects children and young people under 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or unsure (LGBTU) of their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
Handy resources available for download here:
https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/resources/toolkits-booklets-guides, including:
- Trans Inclusion Schools Toolkit: https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5c0ff2e6f554ac6a3f017600_ Trans_Inclusion_Schools_Toolkit_Version_3.3_Jan2019.pdf
- Top Tips for Working with Trans and Gender Questioning Young People: https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5ee0c11822791576d62f98c4_AllsortsYouthProject%20-%20Top%20Tips%20Booklet%20v2.pdf
- They also provide youth support and education services for schools: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/training-advice-schools/youth-support-education- services-for-schools
- https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact
Stonewall:
- Website link: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/schools-colleges
- Provides a wide range of resources to help teachers tackle homophobic, biphobic, and transphobic bullying. Their best practice guides help teachers benchmark their work, and their posters and easy-read guides are great to use with students: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/best-practice-toolkits-and-resources-0
- They also offer home learning packs (https://www.stonewall.org.uk/home-learning- packs-stonewall), covering topics including:
- Staying safe online: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/resources/staying-safe- online
- Easy Read Guide for learners with SEND explaining what lesbian, gay, bi, and trans mean: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/system/files/what_is_stonewall_easy_read_lo_res_v3.pdf
The Proud Trust:
- Website link: https://www.theproudtrust.org/training-and-education/
- https://www.theproudtrust.org/resources/guidance-and-research/
- They provide a wide range of resources, divided into primary and secondary education resources:
- Primary Education Resources: https://www.theproudtrust.org/training-and- education/primary-education-resources/
- Happily Ever After (KS2): https://www.theproudtrust.org/training- and-education/primary-education-resources/happily-ever-after/
- Trans Positive Education for Primary Schools: https://www.theproudtrust.org/training-and-education/primary- education-resources/trans-positive-education-for-primary-schools/
- Secondary Education Resources: https://www.theproudtrust.org/training- and-education/secondary-education-resources/
- Sexuality/Gender – An Inclusive Sexual Health Toolkit: https://www.theproudtrust.org/training-and-education/secondary- education-resources/sexuality-agender/
- Primary Education Resources: https://www.theproudtrust.org/training-and- education/primary-education-resources/
Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays:
- Website link: https://www.fflag.org.uk/
- Provides a helpful list of suggestions for books that address issues of difference, for both parents and teachers (suitable for a Primary School classroom): https://www.fflag.org.uk/parents-and-teachers/
- What should my transgender child’s school be doing to help? (by Mermaids): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeDqXpE-sRI
- What LGBT Students Want You To Know (by Teach for America): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-G4vA6TsX4
- What is gender? (Inspiring Equality in Education) (by EACH UK): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlYtj0sf6ec&feature=emb_title
Deaf LGBTIQA provides information, represents and supports deaf people who are either coming out and/or identify with LGBTIQA. https://deafrainbowuk.org.uk/
The Proud Trust
- Website link: https://www.theproudtrust.org/for-young-people/faith-and-culture/)
- Provide resources exploring people’s people’s experiences of navigating LGBT+ identities along with ethnicity, religious/faith and cultural identities – these are available for download here:
- Faith in Yourself Guide: https://www.theproudtrust.org/wp- content/uploads/download-manager-files/Digital%20Faith%20Guide%202018.pdf
- Faith in Yourself Mini Guide: https://www.theproudtrust.org/wp- content/uploads/download-manager-files/Faith%20guide%20digital.pdf
- Faith in Yourself: Expectations: https://www.theproudtrust.org/wp- content/uploads/download-manager-files/Faith%20in%20Yourself%20-%20Expectations.pdf
Allsorts Youth Project:
- Website link: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/
- An LGBT+ youth charity that listens to, supports, and connects children and young people under 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or unsure (LGBTU) of their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
- Handy resources available for download here: https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/resources/toolkits-booklets-guides, including:
- Unboxing Our Identities: A resource for young people who are LGBT+ and BAMER/POC and/or Allies: https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5888a640d61795123f8192db/5e876a9560a02c494c69b807_AYP%20-%20Unboxing%20Our%20Identities.pdf
Keshet works to ensure a world where no one has to choose between their LGBT+ and their Jewish identity. https://www.keshetuk.org/
House of Rainbow is an international organisation supporting the QTIPOC faith community.
- The organisation founded by Pastor Jide Macaulay aims to foster better relationships among QTIPOC individuals, people of faith and allies, in order to create a safer and more inclusive community.
- They assist with issues and challenges such as asylum seekers’ support, sexual health, counselling and pastoral care.
- Link: https://www.houseofrainbow.org/
Sarbat is a social and support group for LGBT Sikhs.
- They believe there is no room for discrimination within the community for being who you are.
- They aim for local volunteers to commence Sarbat groups globally. Based in London, they organise events around the UK including Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Leicester, Bradford and New York
- http://www.sarbat.net/
Quest exists to provide pastoral support to lesbian, gay and transgender Catholics. https://questlgbti.uk/
Twilight People discovers and celebrates the hidden history of transgender and gender-variant people of faith in the UK past and present. http://www.twilightpeople.com/
Hidayah’s mission is 'to provide support and welfare for LGBTQI+ Muslims and promote social justice and education about the Muslim LGBTQI+ community to counter discrimination, prejudice and injustice.' https://www.hidayahlgbt.co.uk/
Imaan: a national LGBTQ Muslim charity, Imaan supports LGBT Muslim people, their families and friends, to address issues of sexual orientation within Islam.
- It provides a safe space and support network to address issues of common concern through sharing individual experiences and institutional resources. https://imaanlondon.wordpress.com/
London Queer Muslim The UK's only Islamic organisation run exclusively by and for religious LGBTQI+ Muslims. https://londonqueermuslims.com/
The Inclusive Mosque Initiative: The Inclusive Mosque Initiative is a registered charity that creates safe and inclusive places of worship and spiritual practice and promotes inclusive Islamic principles. http://inclusivemosque.org/
- The Love and Lies of Rukhsana Ali, by Sabina Khan (recommended by Scholastic): https://shop.scholastic.com/parent-ecommerce/books/the-love-and-lies-of- rukhsana-ali-9781338227017.html Available in Redbridge Libraries: https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/redbridge/search/detailnonmodal/ent:$002f$002fERC_2092_680$002f0$002fERC_2092_680:OVERDRIVE:b 0642159-b09f-4be6-b4bc-2a62cf31fc9b/one?qu=The+Love+and+Lies+of+Rukhsana+Ali&lm=REDBRIDGE
- It Gets Better UK – Pav Akhtar’s story (by It Gets Better UK): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRbZlIOo4po&t=1s
AZ Magazine is an online publication for LGBT+ people of colour.
- This is a media platform that allows LGBT+ people of colour to showcase their talents and to address the issues that are faced in the BME community.
- They organise monthly AZ Hub events which are a social space for workshops, screenings, art display, discussion, performance and information sharing.
- Link: http://azmagazine.co.uk/
The BAME LGBT charity aims to empower and celebrate BAME LGBT+ in the UK through various initiatives. https://bame.lgbt/
Bi’s of Colour is a national group for bi people of colour. The group organises meetups, gives talks and collects writings on bisexuals of colour throughout the UK. https://bisofcolour.home.blog/
Bisi Almi Foundation is a charity supporting social acceptance for LGBT+ Nigerian.
- BAF aim to work towards a Nigeria where everyone is equal irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity.
- They focus on three thematic areas, so as to contribute towards influencing opinions and views on LGBT issues in Nigeria – these are research, capacity development and stakeholder engagement.
- Link: https://www.bisialimifoundation.org/
BlackOut UK is a not-for-profit social enterprise run by black queer men.
- This group was created to recognise the need for black queer men to have a space to think, shout, show off, curse, celebrate, launch, reflect, share and be heard.
- They encourage and stimulate debate and discussion online and face to face through their website, writer workshops, networking events, and supporting interventions to meet the needs of black queer men.
- https://blkoutuk.com/
TPOCalypse Gendered Intelligence is a a youth group for trans, gender variant and questioning young people of colour aged 13-24.
- TPOCalypse is Gendered Intelligence's youth group for trans, gender variant and questioning young people of colour aged 13-25.
- They organise quarterly events as well as an annual residential programme. They hold screenings, panels and performances to create a celebratory and empowering space.
- Link: https://genderedintelligence.co.uk/trans-youth/BAM
DesiQ is a social space (Facebook group) for queer desi people of South Asian origin.
- The group welcomes those who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, pansexual, trans, intersex, non-binary, questioning/unsure and queer.
- The group is an intersectional radical and proud community. They use the space to heal, organise and build connections and ensure the community’s voice is heard.
- Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/desiQLondonSE/
Gaysians is a platform that promotes positive visibility for South Asian LGBT+ people.
- It is an alliance of charities, support groups, meet-ups, activists and leading voices within the community.
- These groups have joined forces to improve access to resources and services to the South Asian LGBT community, as well as to elevate their collective voice in mainstream media.
- Link: https://www.gaysians.org/
Queer Asia is a global platform that publishes and organises events platforming queer people from Asia.
- Queer Asia is a collective of early career researchers, doctoral researchers and activists, housed at SOAS, University of London.
- Their work connects queer activists, artists and academics globally who strive to challenge dominant ideas, forms and representations of gender and sexuality.
- They organise events including monthly seminars, screenings and discussions focusing on specific regions or disciplines pertaining to queer themes from Asia.
- Link: https://queerasia.com/
The NAZ Project London is a sexual health charity focused on the BAME community.
- Led by ethnic minorities, NAZ is dedicated to delivering culturally-specific free sexual health services to those historically left behind, recognising the large gap in the sexual health outcomes of BAME communities.
- They are one of the longest-established charities to focus predominately on sexual health improvement and HIV support services for BAME communities.
- They reach around 10,000 people each year.
- Link: http://www.naz.org.uk/
Naz and Matt Foundation is a charity that aims to tackle homophobia triggered by religion to help parents accept their children.
- Naz and Matt Foundation exists to empower and support LGBTQI (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, and Intersex) individuals, their friends and family to work towards resolving challenges linked to sexuality or gender identity, particularly where religion is heavily influencing the situation.
- Individuals who are of South Asian heritage make up over 90% of the LGBTQI+ people who come to them for support.
- Link: https://www.nazandmattfoundation.org/
Purple Rain Collective is a collective space for QTIPOC in the UK to mobilise, converse on their experiences and develop strategies for safety, resistance and liberation.
- They want QTIPOC people to come together to support each other in prioritising their care, safety and wellbeing as well as creating real dialogue for meaningful discussions.
- Link: https://purpleraincollective.com/