Whether we are giving you advice and support, or you are thinking about working with us (or for us!) you can be confident you will be welcomed.
We are inclusive by nature and we value people for who they are and what they bring
LGBTQ+ young people might find these links useful:
Suffolk organisations and groups
Outreach Youth is a youth work charity that supports and works with young people aged under 25 across Suffolk.
Understanding your gender identity
The Source website is aimed at supporting young people in Suffolk aged 11-18 years old (up to 25 for young people with additional needs) and provides information on a range of issues.
Suffolk Pride is an organisation that puts on an annual pride event in Ipswich. Alongside this, the organisation works within the local Suffolk community to provide safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people to socialise, learn and enjoy themselves.
A project for LGBTQ+ young people of colour, under 25 years, in Suffolk.
Making a difference – Suffolk LGB&T network
Helpline service, hosting events throughout the year and offering training to organisations and individuals….and much more!
Suffolk InfoLink | Ipswich LGBTQ+ Women’s Group
A warm and friendly meeting place for LGBTQ+ women in Ipswich and surrounding areas.
Suffolk InfoLink | LGBTQ+ Support Group, Lowestoft
A support group for young LGBTQ+ people aged 15 to 24 to meet and hang out and do some exciting stuff.
LGBT+ mental health – Suffolk Mind
Services are open to anyone over the age of 18. Committed to learning and raising our awareness, so we can better support people who face discrimination – be that because of their gender identity, sexuality, or anything else.
Youth Work – 4YP – For Children & Young People Charity
Works with 7-25 year-olds at Ipswich town centre hub, in schools and out in the community.
HIV and sexual health services, Ipswich.
National organisations
Stonewall is a charity that provides information, support and guidance on LGBTQ+ inclusion.
Provides a range of helpline services supporting transgender youth, up to and including the age of 20.
Providing online support for LGBT+ young people and the adults in their lives.
A safe space for anyone to discuss anything, including sexuality, gender identity, sexual health and emotional well-being.
A free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything.
