Websites can be a great source of information and a way of meeting other young LGB&T people. You can also find out what’s going on in your local area.
Check out our directory of social & support groups for young people:
This is a social and support group for LGBTQ+ Youth in Bradford.
Anyone who feels they are in crisis and needs a safe place to go out-of-hours can visit Dial House
Early Help run a youth group for LGBT + young people aged 13 plus.
An LGBTQ+ Youth Group in partnership with Bradford Youth Service
SHOUT is a weekly, confidential group where LGBTQ+ young people can come together in a supportive, friendly environment.
LGBTQ+ support for young people aged 11-17
This LGBT+ inclusive Badminton group launched on Wednesday 20th July 2016 and has seen considerable membership growth, with 700+ members currently registered with them.
ThursGay is an informal social support group for Gay, Bisexual and Trans men aged 18+.
TransLeeds is a support and advocacy group for trans* identifying people in Leeds and the surrounding area, as well as their families and friends. They aim to provide practical help with all stages and aspects of transition.
The Youth Recovery and Wellbeing College (YRWC) is a community for those aged 11–18 living in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire.
LGB&T resources
Trans resources
Hate crime reporting
LGB&T health
http://www.healthwithpride.nhs.uk/gay-mens-health/
http://www.healthwithpride.nhs.uk/lesbian-health/
http://www.healthwithpride.nhs.uk/bisexual-health/
http://www.healthwithpride.nhs.uk/transgender-health/
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/LGBhealth/Pages/LGBscreening.aspx
http://www.healthylives.stonewall.org.uk/for-patients/
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/LGBhealth/Pages/Sexualhealthgaymen.aspx
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/LGBhealth/Pages/Gayhealththeissues.aspx
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/LGBhealth/Pages/lesbianhealth.aspx
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Transhealth/Pages/Transhealthhome.aspx
http://www.tht.org.uk/~/media/8F7D70D8C3B643109351E3D9A633529A.pdf
http://www.tht.org.uk/~/media/4653AA766E3F4C1286FC515F17146F32.pdf
Just remember to stay safe online. Not everyone will be who they say they are on chat rooms and social media.
Online safety
Just remember to stay safe online. Not everyone will be who they say they are on chat rooms and social media. Click here for tips on how to protect yourself online: http://lgbt.foundation/information-advice/online-safety/
If you are ever uncomfortable with something that is going on online you can contact the Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre: http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk
You can report abuse using this link: http://www.ceop.police.uk/
If you are worried about someone finding out which websites you have visited, there are ways to hide this information. Click here to find out how to do this: https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/465
For more information on online safety, please click here.
Helplines
Helplines can be a great way to get support for any issues that you might have. Many are open outside office hours and some can give information about groups and events going on near you. Normally these services are confidential.
Samaritans- 116 123 http://www.samaritans.org/
Samaritans provides emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide.
Rape Crisis-0808 80229999 http://rapecrisis.org.uk/
Rape Crisis provides confidential support for survivors of sexual assault and rape. You can also get information about your nearest services.
LGBT Foundation- 0345 3 30 30 30 https://lgbt.foundation/
The LGBT Foundation provides advice, support and information to LGBT people.
Positively UK- 020 7713 0444 http://positivelyuk.org/
Positively UK provides help and support to people who are HIV positive.
Childline- 0800 1111 http://www.childline.org.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
Childline provides help and support to young people in the UK.
Victim Support- https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/
Victim support provides help and support to victims of hate crime.
Helplines can be a great way to get support for any issues that you might have. Normally these services are confidential.
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