Local Support

Antidote

Antidote is a free, LGBT-run and targeted drug and alcohol support service delivered by highly trained staff and volunteers.

Visit the Antidote website

CliniQ

CliniQ is a holistic sexual health and well-being service for all trans people, partners and friends. It is a trans-led team offering a safe and confidential space for those who may not feel comfortable accessing mainstream services.

Visit the CliniQ website

56 Dean Street

56 Dean Street is a large sexual health clinic in central Soho with a focus on serving the LGBT community.

Visit the 56 Dean Street website

Gendered Intelligence (GI)

Gendered Intelligence is a trans-led and trans-involving charity that works to increase understanding of gender diversity and improve the lives of trans people.

Visit the Gendered Intelligence website

London Friend

London Friend supports the health and mental well-being of the LGBT community in and around London.

Visit the London Friend website

METRO

METRO works across a number of areas in London and offers a variety of LGBT-specific services including sexual health, mental health and youth groups.

Visit the METRO website

MOSAIC LGBT Youth Centre

MOSAIC supports, educates and inspires young lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people in London aged 13 to 19 through youth clubs, outings, retreats and events.

Visit the MOSAIC website

Naz

Naz is a sexual health service directed specifically at people of colour. They offer outreach and testing services and support LGBT people across diverse communities, including those affected by immigration, asylum issues and HIV.

Visit the Naz website

Stonewall Housing

Stonewall Housing provides housing advice and support for LGBT people, including those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, family breakdown, harassment, domestic abuse or eviction.

Visit the Stonewall Housing website

National Support

LGBT Foundation

LGBT Foundation is a national charity and a first point of contact for services, support and information for LGBTQ+ people.

Visit the LGBT Foundation website

Switchboard National LGBTQ+ Helpline

Switchboard provides a national LGBTQ+ helpline offering support, information and a listening service for people across the UK.

Visit the Switchboard website

African Rainbow Family

African Rainbow Family supports LGBTIQ people of African heritage and wider Black and Asian minority ethnic communities.

Visit the African Rainbow Family website

AKT

AKT supports LGBTQ+ young people aged 16–25 across the UK who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment.

Visit the AKT website

Anne+ Helpline

Anne+ provides a helpline offering support for the trans community, particularly around healthcare.

Visit the Anne+ Helpline

Biphoria

Biphoria is the UK’s longest running organisation dedicated to supporting bi people and raising awareness of bisexuality.

Visit the Biphoria website

Black Beetle Health

Black Beetle Health is a public health community organisation promoting health, wellbeing and equality for LGBTQ+ communities of colour.

Visit the Black Beetle Health website

Childline (LGBTQ+ Support)

Childline provides support pages for young people on sexual orientation and gender identity, offering advice and guidance in a safe and confidential space.

Visit the Childline LGBTQ+ support page

Choice Support

Choice Support provides resources and a toolkit around LGBTQ+ best practice and support for adults with learning disabilities and their supporters.

Visit the Choice Support website

Consultant Admiral Nurse for the LGBTQ+ Community

This service supports people from the LGBTQ+ community living with dementia and those who care for them. Access is via Dementia UK’s helpline, available Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.

Contact the Dementia UK Helpline

FFLAG

FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation dedicated to supporting parents and families of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people.

Visit the FFLAG website

GALOP

GALOP supports LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence, providing advice, advocacy and specialist support services.

Visit the GALOP website

Gaysians

Gaysians is a movement that highlights South Asian LGBTQ+ voices and promotes representation and community support.

Visit the Gaysians website

GenderKit

GenderKit is a UK-based guide offering practical information on changing aspects of gender, including legal, medical and social transitions.

Visit the GenderKit website

Gendered Intelligence (Services)

Gendered Intelligence provides a range of services and resources for trans, non-binary and gender questioning people.

View Gendered Intelligence services

GIRES

GIRES is a UK organisation working to improve the lives of trans and gender diverse people of all ages through advocacy, information and support.

Visit the GIRES website

Hidayah LGBT

Hidayah LGBT supports LGBTQI+ Muslims, providing a safe and inclusive space for community, support and education.

Visit the Hidayah LGBT website

Intersex Support

Intersex support services provide information, advocacy and community support for people with intersex variations and their families.

Visit Interconnected UK

Intersex Equality Rights

Intersex Equality Rights works to promote awareness, equality and human rights for intersex people in the UK.

Visit Intersex Equality Rights

Keshet

Keshet supports LGBTQ Jewish people and their families, promoting inclusion and equality within Jewish communities.

Visit the Keshet website

LGBT Consortium

LGBT Consortium supports LGBTQ organisations and groups across the UK, offering a directory to find services by area and type of support.

Visit the LGBT Consortium website

Mencap (LGBTQ+ Information)

Mencap provides information about sexual orientation and support for people with learning disabilities, including LGBTQ+ guidance and research.

Visit the Mencap LGBTQ+ information page

Mermaids

Mermaids supports gender diverse children and young people, as well as their families, through advice, resources and community support.

Visit the Mermaids website

Mind (LGBTQ+ Mental Health)

Mind provides information and support around mental health for LGBTQ+ people, including guidance, resources and advice for everyday wellbeing.

Visit the Mind LGBTQ+ mental health page

MindOut

MindOut is an LGBTQ+ mental health service providing advice, support and resources to improve mental wellbeing.

Visit the MindOut website

Naz and Matt Foundation

The Naz and Matt Foundation supports LGBTQI+ people, their friends and families to address challenges around sexuality or gender identity, particularly where religion is a factor.

Visit the Naz and Matt Foundation website

OUTpatients

OUTpatients is an advocacy and support service for LGBTQ+ people affected by cancer, offering resources, campaigns and support for patients and healthcare professionals.

Visit the OUTpatients website

Prostate Cancer UK (Gay and Bisexual Men)

Prostate Cancer UK provides information and support tailored for gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer.

Visit the Prostate Cancer UK page

Prostate Cancer UK (Trans Women)

Prostate Cancer UK provides specific guidance and support for trans women regarding prostate cancer risk and symptoms.

Visit the Prostate Cancer UK page for trans women

Rainbow Migration

Rainbow Migration supports LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system, offering legal advice and support.

Visit the Rainbow Migration website

Sarbat LGBT+ Sikhs

Sarbat LGBT+ Sikhs supports LGBTQ+ individuals within the Sikh and wider British Asian communities, promoting inclusion and representation.

Visit the Sarbat website

Stonewall

Stonewall provides information and support for LGBTQ+ people and their allies, including tools to find local services and community groups.

Visit the Stonewall website

Terrence Higgins Trust

Terrence Higgins Trust is a leading HIV and sexual health charity offering information, testing and support services across the UK.

Visit the Terrence Higgins Trust website

Trans Actual

Trans Actual shares information about trans rights, UK law and NHS healthcare to support and inform trans people and allies.

Visit the Trans Actual website