OutReach - YOUTH

Glisten  Glisten is the fromer GLSEN, which is dedicated to creating safe and respectful learning environments for youth of all sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, race and abilities.   new  recommended

LGBTQ Teen Suicide Rates  The Newport Academy report on research that shows lesbian, gay, bi, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) teens are at increased risk of suicide and mental health issues like depression and anxiety. One of the most startling statistics: LGBTQ teens consider suicide and make suicide attempts at about four times the national rate for all adolescents.   new

Albert Kennedy Trust  A registered charity set up to help homeless gay and lesbian teenagers. Has offices in London and Manchester.   recommended

OutUK Sexual Health  Are you ready for sex? OutUK and NHS Livewell provide lots of information to consider if you're thinking about having sex. There's information on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and how even if you do not have symptoms, it's worth getting tested.   recommended

5 Things to Know about LGBTQ Youth  Adolescence is a time of significant physical and social-emotional development for youth. For a variety of biological and social reasons, it is also the time when many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ) youth begin to self-identify as such.

BBC Children in Need  BBC Children in Need work closely with around 2,500 projects throughout the UK. They're proud to support a number of projects working with children and young people who identify as LGBTQ+. BBC Children in Need are currently funding 37 projects to the value of over £2.6 million specifically focused on young people affected by issues of sexual identity and gender identity.

BBC Newsround  BBC Newsround report on the decriminalisation of homosexuality and the history of gay rights in the UK with a simple guide for young people.

Brighton Gay & Lesbian Switchboard  Operating since 1975, the BGLS is on-call every night and receives over 4000 queries every year. Site includes a directory of local services, organisations and venues.

COLAGE  Children Of Lesbians & Gays Everywhere. The only international organisation in the world specifically supporting young people with LGBT parents.

Gay Switchboard Ireland  The Gay Switchboard Ireland has been in existence for more than 25 years. As well as operating a 7 day telephone helpline, the GSD also provides a drop-in facilty and runs various groups such as a coming-out group. Online help and advice is also available

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