Friday 25-02-2022 - 09:38

As LGBTQ+ History Month ends, we wanted to shout-out some great charities doing some great work for the LGBTQ+ community.

Check out their social media and websites to learn more about them, access useful information and get support if needed.

 

Stonewall

At Stonewall, we stand for lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people everywhere. We imagine a world where all LGBTQ+ people are free to be ourselves and can live our lives to the full.

 

Mind

Mind is a charity that supports and advises anyone who is suffering with their mental health, they have a specific section of their website dedicated to the mental health and wellbeing of individuals who are LGBTQ+.

 

Mermaids

Mermaids has been supporting transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people, and their families since 1995. Mermaids is a leading charity that helps build online and in person LGBTQ+ communities.

 

AKT

We support young people into safe homes and employment, education or training, in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates LGBTQ+ identities.

 

Switchboard

Switchboard has operated a telephone line since the 1970’s and today they still have a telephone line as well as a online chat function and email service. They offer advice and support and a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals to talk and be heard.

 

There are plenty of amazing and helpful charities out there and these really are just a few. We also want you to know that if you need support from the Students’ Union you can utilise the LGBTQ+ Hub or reach out to our advice team. The university also has help for you via student services.