Help, support & groups
If you are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or questioning your sexual orientation support is at hand.
Lesbian & Gay Foundation Helpline – call 0845 3 30 30 30 (local call rate), 6pm-10pm (Staffed), 10pm-6pm (automated system) for support on coming out, homophobic bullying and hate crime.
Exceeding Expectations Young Peoples’ Group – get involved in Manchester’s anti homophobic bullying project, meet and support young LGB people – contact: charlotte.leather@manchester.nhs.uk for more info.
LGF Young Peoples’ Group – If you are 14-25 why not come along to this group which meets every month at The Lesbian & Gay Foundation, for more information email. Info@lgf.org.uk or call 0161 235 8035.
Lesbian & Gay Youth Manchester – LGBT youth group which provides a safe space for young people and a variety of activities, contact: info@lgym.org.uk
Albert Kennedy Trust - support for homeless LGBT youth contact, admin@akt.org.uk or call 0161 228 3308.
42nd Street - Inside Out offers support to young lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or questioning (LGBTQ) people who live in Manchester and are under stress. Email: theteam@fortysecondstreet.org.uk or contact 0161 832 0170.
Childline – offer help, support and advice if you’re questioning your sexuality or being bullied. Call 0800 1111 or visit www.childline.co.uk
The Statistics
80% of UK schools are aware of homophobic bullying incidents
6% of schools have policies targeting homophobic bullying
About 1 in 3 young LGBTs self-harm or attempt suicide
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