LGBTQIA+
LGBTQIA+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Plus; used to refer to the diverse community of sexuality and gender. These terms are used to describe an individuals sexual preference and gender identity. The LGBTQIA+ community has been built up throughout history, where individuals have expressed their sexuality and gender outside of societies heterosexual and cisgender societies.
This section of the site has been put together by members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as supportive allies, to educate and inform those questioning their sexuality or gender – as well as those who just want to support the community.
Coming out and being open about your sexuality/gender can be a very scary process. We live in an extremely heteronormative society – the strong stereotype that everything is based around heterosexuality, with lack of consideration for those who may identify otherwise. Although there is more representation for LGBTQIA+ people in modern media, there is still a lack of understanding and discussion throughout the world around expression of sexuality and gender.
Educating the people around us so that they have awareness of the community is a great way to help them understand how you are feeling about your own sexuality and gender. However, it is also important to educate yourself. Learning about identities and expression can help you to understand your own thoughts and feelings, as well as other people within the community.
LGBTQIA+ Knowledge and Support
Explore our dedicated section on LGBTQIA+ topics, where you can find essential information and resources to support and understand diverse identities. Here, you’ll find resources and information to help you understand and support yourself or others within the LGBTQIA+ community. Join us in creating a more inclusive and understanding world.
LGBTQIA+ resources
Latest News
Brook Group and 1-to-1 Support for boys and young men in Sunderland Sunderland City Council has commissioned Brook to deliver outreach and educational services across…
LGBTQIA+ Services
FFLAG
FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation and registered charity. We are dedicated to supporting parents and families and their LGBT+ members. We offer support to…
The Proud Trust
The Proud Trust is a life changing charity providing education, support and advocacy for LGBT+ young people and their communities. Proud Connections Live Chat is…
akt
akt supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the uk who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. We support young…
Galop
Galop is the UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. We work with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence. Galop works directly with thousands…
Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline
We have provided support and information to millions of people since our phone started ringing in 1974. Throughout our history, we have been at the…
Stonewall
STONEWALL IS PROUD TO PROVIDE INFORMATION, SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE ON LGBTQ+ INCLUSION; WORKING TOWARDS A WORLD WHERE WE’RE ALL FREE TO BE. At Stonewall, we…
MindOut
MindOut is a mental health service run by and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (LGBTQ) people. We work to improve the mental health…
Mermaids
Mermaids has been supporting transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people, and their families since 1995. Back at the start, we were a small group…
Gendered Intelligence
Gendered Intelligence, established in 2008, is a registered charity that exists to increase understanding of gender diversity and improve trans people’s quality of life. We…
Terrence Higgins Trust
Terrence Higgins Trust – Together We Can We are the UK’s leading HIV and sexual health charity. We support people living with HIV and amplify…
The Beaumont Society
The Beaumont Society are the largest and longest established transgender support group in the UK, and have developed a support network which has been at…
MESMAC Newcastle
MESMAC Newcastle works with gay and bisexual men and other men who have sex with men to increase the range of choices open to them. We…
LGBTQIA+ Services
FFLAG
FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation and registered charity. We are dedicated to supporting parents and families and their LGBT+ members. We offer support to…
The Proud Trust
The Proud Trust is a life changing charity providing education, support and advocacy for LGBT+ young people and their communities. Proud Connections Live Chat is…
akt
akt supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the uk who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. We support young…
Galop
Galop is the UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. We work with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence. Galop works directly with thousands…
Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline
We have provided support and information to millions of people since our phone started ringing in 1974. Throughout our history, we have been at the…
Stonewall
STONEWALL IS PROUD TO PROVIDE INFORMATION, SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE ON LGBTQ+ INCLUSION; WORKING TOWARDS A WORLD WHERE WE’RE ALL FREE TO BE. At Stonewall, we…
MindOut
MindOut is a mental health service run by and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (LGBTQ) people. We work to improve the mental health…
Mermaids
Mermaids has been supporting transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people, and their families since 1995. Back at the start, we were a small group…
Gendered Intelligence
Gendered Intelligence, established in 2008, is a registered charity that exists to increase understanding of gender diversity and improve trans people’s quality of life. We…
Terrence Higgins Trust
Terrence Higgins Trust – Together We Can We are the UK’s leading HIV and sexual health charity. We support people living with HIV and amplify…
The Beaumont Society
The Beaumont Society are the largest and longest established transgender support group in the UK, and have developed a support network which has been at…
MESMAC Newcastle
MESMAC Newcastle works with gay and bisexual men and other men who have sex with men to increase the range of choices open to them. We…
LGBTQIA+ Services
FFLAG
FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation and registered charity. We are dedicated to supporting parents and families and their LGBT+ members. We offer support to…
The Proud Trust
The Proud Trust is a life changing charity providing education, support and advocacy for LGBT+ young people and their communities. Proud Connections Live Chat is…
akt
akt supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the uk who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. We support young…
Galop
Galop is the UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. We work with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence. Galop works directly with thousands…
Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline
We have provided support and information to millions of people since our phone started ringing in 1974. Throughout our history, we have been at the…
Stonewall
STONEWALL IS PROUD TO PROVIDE INFORMATION, SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE ON LGBTQ+ INCLUSION; WORKING TOWARDS A WORLD WHERE WE’RE ALL FREE TO BE. At Stonewall, we…
MindOut
MindOut is a mental health service run by and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (LGBTQ) people. We work to improve the mental health…
Mermaids
Mermaids has been supporting transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people, and their families since 1995. Back at the start, we were a small group…
Gendered Intelligence
Gendered Intelligence, established in 2008, is a registered charity that exists to increase understanding of gender diversity and improve trans people’s quality of life. We…
Terrence Higgins Trust
Terrence Higgins Trust – Together We Can We are the UK’s leading HIV and sexual health charity. We support people living with HIV and amplify…
The Beaumont Society
The Beaumont Society are the largest and longest established transgender support group in the UK, and have developed a support network which has been at…
MESMAC Newcastle
MESMAC Newcastle works with gay and bisexual men and other men who have sex with men to increase the range of choices open to them. We…