Sexuality & Gender

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LGBT

LGBT Foundation
https://lgbt.foundation/
The Lesbian and Gay Foundation offer information and support. 
Helpline: 0345 3 30 3030 (lines open Monday – Friday 9am – 9pm, Weekends 10am – 5.30pm)
Email: helpline@lgbt.foundation

Switchboard LGBT+ helpline 
http://switchboard.lgbt/
A helpline giving support and referrals via telephone, IM and email to LGBT+ people, including those who may be confused about their sexuality or gender.
Helpline: 0300 330 0630 (lines open 10am - 10pm everyday)
Email: chris@switchboard.lgbt

LGBT Youth Scotland 
http://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk

Wales - LGBT Cymru
https://www.lgbtcymru.org.uk/

Northern Ireland - Cara Friend 
http://www.cara-friend.org.uk

Galop
https://galop.org.uk/
Supporting LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence. 
Helpline: 0800 999 5428 (lines open Monday – Thursday 10am – 8.30pm, Friday 10am – 4.30pm)
Email: help@galop.org.uk

Stop Hate UK
https://www.stophateuk.org/
Reporting and support for anyone affected by a hate crime or discrimination.
Helpline: 0800 138 1625 (lines open 24 hours a day)

Diverse Church
https://diversechurch.website
Online community and local hubs providing a safe space for LGBT+ Christians to share their experience and to support each other through prayer and encouragement.

Gathering Space
https://www.two23.net/gathering-space Run by Two:23, Gathering Space is a supportive, friendly and confidential Facebook-based community for LGBTQ Christians living in the UK.

Friday/Monday
https://www.fridaymonday.org.uk/
Information and support for gay and bi men with drug issues.

HIDAYAH
https://hidayahlgbt.com
Support for LGBTQI+ Muslims and their families and friends.

Worth Talking About
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sexual-health/
NHS information and advice about sex for anyone aged 12 to 18. 
Helpline: 0300 123 29 30 (lines open Monday – Friday 2pm – 8pm, weekends 2pm – 4pm)

Klinefelter’s Syndrome Association
https://www.ksa-uk.net/
Support and information for those affected by Klinefelter’s Syndrome (KS or XXY). An under diagnosed congenital condition that can cause some to feel gender fluid.

GENDER

Gender dysphoria 
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gender-dysphoria
NHS information about gender dysphoria and related conditions.

Transitioning
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/transitioning/
Information from Brook about the various different types of gender transitioning; social, medical and legal.

GIDS
http://gids.nhs.uk/
Gender Identity Development Service is a specialist clinic for young people presenting with difficulties with their gender identity.

Mermaids
http://www.mermaidsuk.org.uk
Support for young people and teenagers (19 or under) who may have gender identity issues. 
Helpline: 0808 801 0400 (Monday - Friday 9am – 6pm, closed on Wednesdays)
Text: 24/7 crisis support (text MERMAIDS to 85258)

Gendered Intelligence - GI
http://genderedintelligence.co.uk/
Working with the trans community to increase understanding of gender diversity and specialising in supporting young trans people aged 11-25. 

Gender Identity Research and Education Society – GIRES 
http://www.gires.org.uk
Information and advice for trans people, their families as well as professionals.

The Beaumont Society 
http://www.beaumontsociety.org.uk
A self-help organisation for the cross-dressing and transsexual community.

FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS

Same Sex Parenting
https://www.familylives.org.uk/advice/your-family/parenting/parenting-in-same-sex-relationships/
Information for anyone considering same sex parenting.

FFLAG 
http://www.fflag.org.uk/
Supporting parents and their lesbian, gay and bisexual daughters and sons.
Helpline:  0300 688 0368 (lines open Wednesday & Thursday 10am – 2pm, Friday & Saturday 4pm – 8pm)
Email: support@fflag.org.uk