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Connexions is a national service aimed at young people. They have offices all over the country offering advice on everything from education and employment through to health and well being
Stonewall is a national gay campaigning group which aims to improve the lives of lesbian, gay and bisexual people. Check out their site and see how you can get involved
Families and friends of lesbians and gays is an organisation dedicated to supporting parents and their lesbian and gay son's and daughters.
www.ukselfhelp.info/acceptance
An organisation for parents of lesbians and gays offering support and advice particularly concerning 'coming out' issues. Offers support and empathy to parents and families who are finding difficulty in accepting their children's sexuality.
National organisation that supports homeless gay young people
London based lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community safety charity
Support site for men who have been raped or sexually abused
National drugs information site for young people.
National organisation for disabled lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people
UK gay lifestyle magazine including news, reviews, fashion and pub/club listings
UK wide service offering support to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse
Eating Disorders Association, Information on treatment and support for people suffering from eating disorders
Website with information for young people who self harm on where to go for advice and support
Site with information and advice on immigration rights for same sex couples
Great news site for lesbian,gay and bisexual people
FTM London
FTM London is a social support and information group for all female to male transgender and transsexual (trans) people and those who think they might be.
For more information email info@ftmlondon.org.uk or visit www.ftmlondon.org.uk
Mermaids
Mermaids is a support group for children and teenagers, up to the age of 19, who are trying to cope with gender identity issues.
For more information please call the helpline on 07020 935066 (12 noon - 9pm) or visit www.mermaids.freeuk.com
http://www.schools-out.org.uk/STK/Student_Tool_Kit.htm
The Student Toolkit
The Schools OUT Student Tool Kit is for young people in any British secondary educational setting who are – or are perceived to be - lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/transsexual or queer (LGBTQ). It is also useful for your friends and family members. Most of the Student Tool Kit is relevant for all schools. Some areas are equally applicable to primary schools
London Friend is a voluntary organisation that has been serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community for over 35 years.
We exist to promote the social, emotional, physical and sexual health and wellbeing of lesbian, gay and bisexual people including transgender people who identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual and all those unsure of their sexuality.
We offer counselling and support services which set out to explore issues of same sex- relationships, sexual identity and promote personal growth and self confidence. We also provide a safe space as an alternative place to meet and socialise.
All our services are delivered by trained lesbian, gay and bisexual volunteers.