Gender identity and sexuality
Young people who identify as LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Questioning) or are unsure often feel isolated, alone or confused.
Everyone should be free to be themselves
If you want to explore how you are feeling or get some support or advice about your sexuality or gender identity?
It is important to know you are not alone and there is support out there to help you navigate these feelings.
WEBSITES:
They offer a range of services including support groups, individual support, parent support, advocacy and sexual health services. They also offer free contraception and some sexual health screening and pregnancy testing.
Or call them on 023 8022 4224. This service is run by No Limits (select option 4 to speak to someone about Breakout Youth).
Websites:
Local sites:
Berkshire: https://www.supportu.org.uk/
Buckinghamshire: LGBT Bucks - LGBT Social & Support Information in Buckinghamshire
Hampshire: Breakout Youth: LGBTQ+ Support Hampshire & Isle of Wight
Surrey: Home - Outline Surrey
Telephone 01483727667.
Email Outline Surrey on helpline@outlinesurrey.org.uk or text them on 07451289261
Breakout Youth (https://www.breakoutyouth.org.uk/) and Outline Surrey (https://outlinesurrey.org.uk/) are run by No Limits (https://nolimitshelp.org.uk/) and are the Hampshire and Surrey Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender support service.
National Sites:
Stonewall The largest LGBT+ rights charity in the UK
Telephone: 0207 593 1850
FFLAG A national voluntary organisation and charity dedicated to supporting parents and their LGBT+ children.
Telephone: 0845 652 0311
Gendered Intelligence A community interest company working with the transgender community and those who impact on transgender lives, specialising in supporting young transgender people aged 8-25.
Action for Children A UK children’s charity committed to helping vulnerable children and young people throughout the UK.