Support groups

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  • 'Sorted Out' LGBT substance misuse group

    Get paid for attending a Bristol-based LGBT drugs service users group.  Contact Russel Thomas on Tel 0117 914 2214 or 07585 909 010

  • ACC and CYPS LGB Support Group

    A group for Bristol City Council Social Care and Education employees who meet bi-monthly for discussion in a supportive environment.

  • Bent Bars Project

    The Bent Bars Project is a new letter-writing project for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, gender-variant, intersex, and queer prisoners in Britain.

  • BLAGS Bristol Lesbian and Gay Switchboard

    Our lines are normally open from: 8pm to 10pm on Monday-Thursday. We provide information and support to the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and transvestite community. We also provide support to people concerned about issues to do with their sexuality, as well as to anyone with concerns about a friend or relative.

  • Brigstowe Project

    The Brigstowe Project aims to enhance the quality of life for people living with HIV by providing directly managed appropriate housing and support; working with people living with HIV and other agencies to provide support, information, advice, advocacy and training.

  • Bristol Drugs Project

    Support for drug users, families and friends, including LGBT people and people questioning their sexuality or gender identity.

  • Bristol Families and Friends

    Bristol Families and Friends - BFF - is a support group for families and friends of LGB people. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 7pm, at the Terrence Higgins Trust.

  • Bristol Feminist Network

    Bristol Feminist Network (BFN) is a group of women and men from Bristol and the surrounding areas who are interested in discussing feminist ideas, who believe in the importance of women's liberation, and who actively campaign on issues of gender inequality and oppression.

  • Bristol Rape Crisis

    NEW BRISTOL RAPE CRISIS HELPLINE(0117) 929 8868  Bristol Rape Crisis is a specialist support service for women and girls in Bristol who have

  • Broken Rainbow - for LGBT victims of domestic violence.

    If you are in immediate danger call 999 NOW! else, if you need help and counselling about domestic violence and abuse, call our National helpline on 300 999 LGBT (5428) or 08452 60 44 60.
    These are our opening times:
    Mon 2pm-8pm
    Wed 10am-1pm
    Thur 2pm-8pm

  • BY Law - network for LGBT people working in the legal sector in the SW

    An inclusive support network for lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people who work, or are intending to work, in the South West and South Wales legal sector.

  • Directory of LGBT Youth Groups in the South West

    LGBT Youth Groups in the South West

  • EACH - Educational Action Challenging Homophobia.

  • EACH - Educational Action Challenging Homophobia.

    If you are in immediate danger, call 999 NOW!  Else, to report a non-urgent homophobic incident, you can ring the Freephone helpline 0808 1000 143 (10am-4pm Mon-Fri and 10am-12pm Sat) or use the Email anonymous reporting facility: http://www.eachaction.org.uk/hir (you will need to register, to prevent hoax reports, but your details will remain anonymous).  EACH is a national charitable organisation set up to address homophobia through training and education. They provide a confidential Actionline for young people and adults affected by homophobia.   EACH also offer a Casework service covering Bristol and South Gloucestershire.  

  • Friend on the Hill

    Group for people in Redfield, Lawrence Hill, Barton Hill and the Dings for people who are LGBT or unsure. Socials, activities, info and support.

  • Gay West

    A social and support group for gay people in the South West. Meets Sat mornings in the Rainbow Cafe in Bath.

  • HATE CRIME RERPORTING AND SUPPORT

    Below is a list of channels for reporting hate crime.  Most are anonymous, some websites may require that you register.

  • Lesbian and Gay Christian Movement, Bristol

    LGCM is a national organisation that seeks to bring gay liberation to the church(es) and expound Christianity in the LGBT community.

  • LGB Young People's Team

    For young people aged 13 - 21, exploring issues related to LGBT youth.

  • LGBT Young People's Team

    LGBT YPT have moved from Sefton Park to Colston 33, 2nd Floor, Colston Ave, Bristol BS1 4UA Contact: Babs Tel 0117 3773677
     

     

  • LGBTQ Emotional Wellness Programme

    A new support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning adults who are experiencng emotional distress or mental challenges.

  • Naz Project London

    A lesbian, gay and bisexual run organisation that offers HIV, AIDS and sexual health services for South Asian, Middle Eastern, Horn of Africa, Latin America and excluded communities.

  • Pink Parents UK

    A UK-wide charity of, by and for lesbian, gay and bisexual parents, parents-to-be and their children, offering a quarterly magazine, website, publications, enquiry service, and workshops.

  • Rainbow Group

    The Rainbow Group is a self-organising group (SOG) for lesbian, gay and bisexual council employees. The group has been actively involved in developing Council policies challenging discrimination and homophobia in the workplace, including the Council’s Equalities Policy and anti-harassment guidance.

  • So Out in the South West

    A new social and support group for disabled gay men living and/or working in the South West.

  • Stonewall

    National campaigning and lobbying group.

  • Terrence Higgins Trust West

    Information, care and support, and health promotion for all people affected by HIV and AIDS. Counselling, buddying, complementary therapies, advocacy and advice.

  • The Harbour

    Providing free, professional counselling and psychotherapy to people affected by HIV, AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses.

  • Victim Support Avonvale

    We provide emotional and practical support to all people affected by crime, including homophobic hate crime. National helpline: 0845 30 30 900

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