There is lots of help out there and resources at your disposal. Here are just a few websites and charities that can help support you.
LGBT Foundation exists to support the needs of the diverse range of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans. “We believe in a fair and equal society where all LGBT people can achieve their full potential. #EqualityWins underpins much of what we do and we aim to be; ‘here if you need us.’
“Our vision is a vibrant, diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans community in Birmingham, UK in which individuals can realise their full potential and have equal access to what the city has to offer”.
“We’re here to let all young lesbian, gay, bi and trans people – as well as those who are questioning – here and abroad, know they’re not alone. We want to empower all young people, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, to campaign for equality and fair treatment for LGBTQ people, and against discrimination”.
MindOut is a mental health service run by and for lesbians, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer people who work to improve the mental health and wellbeing of LGBTQ communities and to make mental health a community concern.
Help and advice for LGBTQ+ young people.
Helping gender-diverse kids, young people and their families.
Information about mental health support for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, queer or questioning (LGBTIQ+).
akt supports LGBTQ+ young people aged 16-25 in the UK who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment.
GIRES is a UK wide organisation whose purpose is to improve the lives of trans and gender non-conforming people of all ages, including those who are non-binary and non-gender.
The UK’s leading LQBTQ+ Muslim charity
LGBT HERO is the parent organisation of GMFA, FS magazine and OutLife. Set up in 2011, HERO was designed to improve the health and well-being of LGBTQ+ people by offering trusted information and advice so LGBTQ+ people can create personal and social change in their lives and our community.
“We are a national helpline, you can call us from anywhere in the UK –0300 330 5468“.
The MindLine Trans+ provides a safe place to talk about your feelings confidentially. We don’t record calls nor ask for any personal details. Our listeners will try understand the multitude of feelings and concerns that may be going on for you. We are here to listen and offer our support.
Online directory of qualified therapists who identify as or are understanding of minority sexual and gender identities.
“We’re here to help you with whatever you want to talk about. Nothing is off limits, and we understand how anxious you might feel before you pick up the phone”.
As a college we are committed to helping you as best we can, if you need to talk to someone we have teachers, councillors and resources available to you.
College Counsellor:
Tel – 01562 512 023
Mobile – 07876 350440
Learner Services:
Tel – 01262512000
Email –STUDENTSERVICES@KIDDERMINSTER.AC.UK