Here is a directory of useful LGBTQ support organisations most of which are London-based.

Switchboard LGBT + Helpline Switchboard provides information, support and referral service for , men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and / or

Helpline: 0300 330 0630 10am to 10pm every day

London Friend Provides counselling and support service for LGB&T communities. Runs a range of support groups and social activities for example for lesbians/bisexual women, for Black, Asian & BME women, a non-scene men’s group. Address: 86 Caledonia Road, Kings Cross, N1 9DN Helpline 020 7837 3337 Tel: 020 7833 1674 (office) Email: [email protected] Website www.londonfriend.org.uk

North West London and Gay Group A social activity group established in 1971 who welcome all members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual

and community. They meet every Monday (except Bank Holidays) from 8.30pm. Address Windermere pub, Windermere Avenue, South Kenton, HA9 8QT Tel: 07941 707884 Email: [email protected] Website www.nwlgay.com

Opening Doors London Provides information and support services to and with older (50+) lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people across London.

Tel: 020 7239 0400 Email: [email protected] Website www.openingdoorslondon.org.uk

Galop London’s LGBT anti-violence & abuse charity. They give advice and support to people who have experienced , , , sexual violence or domestic abuse. They also support lesbian, gay, bi, Trans and people who have had problems with the police or have questions about the criminal justice system. Address 2G Leroy House, 436 Essex Road, London N1 3QP Tel: 020 7704 6767 Helpline 020 7704 2040 Email: [email protected] Website www.galop.org.uk

The Bisexual Index A collaborative network of activists and other UK bisexuals, working together for a change in the way people view and bisexuals Address: c/o Unit 11 Angel Wharf, 58 Eagle Wharf Road, London N1 7ER Twitter: www.twitter.com/bisexualindex Email: [email protected] Website www.bisexualindex.org.uk

Bi-UK The UK national organisation for bisexual research and activism Tel: 020 7929 7296 or 07813 686110 Email: [email protected] Website www.biuk.org

Specific services for children & young people

Blue Harrow An LGBT group for young people in Harrow aged 14-18 meets weekly to build friendships, discuss their sexuality and much more. Blue also provides 1-2-1 support for young people who are not ready to attend the group meetings Contact: John Crispin Tel: 07472 924370 Email: [email protected] Website www.harrow.gov.uk/youth Facebook: www.facebook.com/bluelgbtyouth

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Mosaic Youth Service LGBT youth service operating in the London boroughs of Brent, Westminster and Ealing. For young people aged 13-19. Contact: Lukasz Konieczka, Director of Services Tel: 0800 161 5428 / 07550 124 393 Email [email protected] Website: www.mosaicyouth.org.uk

Gendered Intelligence (GI) Gendered Intelligence runs arts programmes, creative workshops, mentoring, youth group sessions and camping trips for Trans youth (under 25) across the UK. London-based meetings are in Camden. Contact: Jay Stewart (CEO) Website http://genderedintelligence.co.uk/ Facebook www.facebook.com/GenderedIntelligence Twitter @JayAStewart

Mermaids Support and information for children and teenagers who are trying to cope with gender identity issues and for their families and carers.

Tel: 0844 334 0550 Email: [email protected] Website www.mermaidsuk.org.uk

Albert Kennedy Trust Organisation focused on the housing needs of LGBTQI young people. Address: 48 The Chocolate Studios, 7 Sheperdess Place, London. N1 7LJ Tel: 020 7831 6562 Website www..org.uk

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Services for friends and family support

Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays (FFLAG) FFLAG is a national organisation dedicated to supporting parents and their lesbian, gay and bisexual daughters and sons. They offer support through a central telephone helpline, email and website. Helpline: 0854 652 0311 9am to 9pm Email: [email protected] Website www.fflag.org.uk

Depend An organization offering free, confidential and non-judgmental advice, information and support to all family members, partners, spouses and friends of people Address BM Depend, London WC1N 3XX Email: [email protected] Website www.depend.org.uk

Families Together London A London-based support group for the parents of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people

Tel: 020 8874 4214 / 07986 087 975 Email: [email protected] Website www.familiestogetherlondon.com

Alcohol and drugs services

Antidote The UK’s only LGBT run and targeted drug and alcohol support service which works in partnership with NHS and other services. See website for services and locations Helpline: 020 7833 1674 Mon – Fri 10am to 6pm Email: [email protected] Website http://londonfriend.org.uk/get-support/drugsandalcohol

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Faith-based groups

Lesbian and Gay Christian Movement Christians challenging homophobia and providing support for LGBT Christians. Activities in various locations. Contact: Rev Sharon Fergusson Tel: 020 7739 1249 Email: [email protected] Website www.lgcm.org.uk

Safra Project The Safra Project is working on issues relating to lesbian, bisexual and/or transgender women who identify as Muslim religiously and/or culturally (Muslim LBT women). Facebook www.facebook.com/safra-project-116664066494

Jewish Lesbian and Gay Group Primarily a social rather than religious group and most of their religious events tend to follow Progressive/ Reform traditions although they do have Orthodox members. Tel: 07504 924742 Email: www.jglg.org.uk Website: [email protected]

Imaan Imaan supports LGBT Muslim people, their families and friends, to address issues of within Islam. It provides a safe space and support network to address issues of common concern. Runs an on-line network and monthly meetings in central London. Address: 159 Mile End Road, London E1 4AQ Helpline: [email protected] Tel: 020 3393 5188 Email: [email protected] Website www.imaan.org.uk

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Persian LGBT Advisory Services A national asylum and refugee organisation which provides support and assistance to Persian speakers such as Afghan, Tajikistan and Iranian Asylum seekers in the UK. Contact: Mr Mazyar Shirali (‘Maani’) Address: 1 Piers Road, Handsworth, Birmingham B21 0UY Tel: 0844 772 1985 Email: [email protected] Website www.persianlgbt.org.uk

Gender identity /Trans organisations

GIRES Aims to inform the wider public of issues surrounding gender identity and transsexualism. It is also a resource for gender dysphoric people and their families; medical and other professional that provide their care. Tel: 01372 801554 Email: [email protected] Website www.gires.org.uk

The Gender Trust Aims to inform the wider public of issues surrounding gender identity and transsexualism. It is also a resource for gender dysphoric people and their families; medical and other professional that provide their care. Tel: 01527 894 838 Email: [email protected] Website www.gendertrust.org.uk

Gendered Intelligence (GI) Gendered Intelligence runs arts programmes, creative workshops, mentoring, youth group sessions and camping trips for Trans youth (under 25) from across the UK. London-based meetings are in Camden. Contact: Jay Stewart (CEO) Website http://genderedintelligence.co.uk/ Facebook www.facebook.com/GenderedIntelligence Twitter @JayAStewart

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Transgenderzone A UK-based web resource containing information on many aspects of trans living, including health and social care. Website: www.transgenderzone.com

FTM London Offers advice and support to ‘-to-male’ transsexual and transgender people, and to families and professionals. Practical information and meetings for members Address: BCM FTM London, London WC1N 3XX Tel: 07506 894 173 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ftmlondon.org.uk

Beaumont Society Provides advice and support for transvestite people, but also has some transsexual members. Runs local groups and produces a newsletter and publications. The Society also keenly promotes the better understanding of the Transgender, transvestitism and gender dysphoria Address: 27 Old Gloucester St, London WC1N 3XX Tel: 01582 412220 Website: www.beaumontsociety.org.uk

Spectra Provides health & wellbeing services for trans* and non- binary people, from across London. Drop in groups, counselling, social sexual health services. Address: Spectra CIC, St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing, Exmoor Street, London, W10 6DZ Tel: 0800 587 8302 Email: [email protected] Website: https://spectra-london.org.uk/trans-gender-services

CliniQ CliniQ is a sexual health and wellbeing service based in Soho, central London for trans people. Address: 56 Dean Street, Soho, London, W1D 6AQ Wednesdays 5:30pm to 7:30pm Website: http://cliniq.org.uk/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/cliniQlondon

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Other specialist services

UK Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group Helpline and support meetings offering information & advice for lesbians and on claiming asylum & other immigration issues Address: 32-36 Loman Street, London SE1 0EH Helpline: 020 7922 7811 Mon – Fri 10am to 5pm Tel: 020 7922 7812 (admin) Email: [email protected] Website www.uklgig.org.uk

Stonewall Housing A specialist LGBT housing advice, referrals service and support provider. Providing housing support for LGBT people in their own homes, supported housing for young LGBT people, free confidential housing advice for LGBT people of all ages

Helpline: 020 7359 5767 Tel: 020 7359 6242 (admin) Email: [email protected] Website www.stonewallhousing.org

Outcome Outcome is an LGBT mental health service run through MIND in Islington, offering psychotherapy, counselling, art therapy, alternative therapies and activities Contact: Sigal Avni Address: Outcome, The Mind Spa, 35 Ashley Road, London, N19 3AG Tel: 020 7272 5038 Email: [email protected] Website www.islingtonmind.org.uk/outcome.asp

Pink Law (Legal Advice Centre) A free legal advice center for the LGBT community provided by volunteers from Queen Mary’s, University of London Tel: 020 7882 3931 Email: [email protected]

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Alzheimer’s Society Provides telephone support for lesbians and gay men caring for someone with dementia.

Tel: 0300 222 1122 Email: [email protected] Website: www.alzheimers.org.uk/helpline

Lesbian and Gay Bereavement Project A helpline that offers a listening ear to lesbians and gay men who have been bereaved or are preparing for bereavement. Run by London Friend Helpline: 020 7837 3337 Website: www.londonfriend.org.uk

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