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We have put together some links and resources from organisations doing great work with LGBTQ+ people and their families. We will continue adding to this list.
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'. Find out more...
The Proud Trust is a life saving and life enhancing organisation that helps LGBT+ young people empower themselves, to make a positive change for themselves, and their communities. We do this through youth groups, coordinating national and regional LGBT+ youth work networks, managing the LGBT+ Centre for Manchester, delivering of training, running events and campaigns, undertaking research and creating resources. Find out more...
Manchester Pride is one of the UK's leading LGBTQ+ charities. We campaign for LGBTQ+ equality, celebrate LGBTQ+ life and create opportunities that engage LGBTQ+ people in Greater Manchester so that they can thrive. Every penny we raise is ploughed back into the community and we are dedicated to promoting and raising awareness for LGBTQ+ issues in the fight for equality. Manchester Pride Festival is our flagship event that takes over the city every year across the August bank holiday weekend in celebration of LGBTQ+ life. Find out more...
Mermaids supports gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care.
Transgender and gender-variant children and teens need support and understanding, as well as the freedom to explore their gender identity. Whatever the outcome, Mermaids is committed to helping families navigate the challenges they may face. Find out more...
Superbia is Manchester Pride's year round programme of culture, designed to support, curate, fund and promote LGBTQ+ events throughout Greater Manchester. Find out more...
We as a society aim to support all LGBTQ+ students at university. Whether you would like to meet new LGBTQ+ people, get advice and support or volunteer, we can help and direct you with all of this and more!
We welcome all those that identify under the LGBTQ+ spectrum as well as allies. You are more than welcome to come if you feel like you don’t (or don’t want to) identify under a specific label – just be yourself! Find out more...
To be trans and have a voice is both rare and vital. Over the last three years Trans Creative has created important platforms to have these voices heard, from nationwide tours of mind-expanding theatre, to young trans people and artists taking over institutions, to headline-grabbing activism. Find out more...
We're here to let all lesbian, gay, bi and trans people, here and abroad, know they're not alone.
We believe we're stronger united, so we partner with organisations that help us create real change for the better. We have laid deep foundations across Britain - in some of our greatest institutions - so our communities can continue to find ways to flourish, and individuals can reach their full potential. We’re here to support those who can’t yet be themselves. Find out more...
The overall aim of LGBT+ History month is to promote equality and diversity for the benefit of the public. Increasing the visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (“LGBT+”) people, their history, lives and their experiences in the curriculum and culture of educational and other institutions, and the wider community. Find out more...
ALLOUT is fully inclusive and welcomes all Lesbian,Gay, Bisexual, Trans, non binary staff at the University of Manchester, as well as anyone who may have an interest or wish to support colleagues, friends and relatives. We also encourage those with 'multiple identities' or people questioning their sexual orientation to find out more and to join in the work and activities of ALLOUT. Find out more...