Support services
Doncaster LGBTQ youth group
Central Doncaster based LGBT+ youth social and support group for ages 8-12 and 13-19
If you would like to be involved in the group, email lgbtqenquiries@doncaster.gcsx.gov.uk
Kooth
We have teamed up with the folks at Kooth to provide immediate access to support networks for LGBTQ young people.
Kooth.com is a free, NHS-commissioned, safe and anonymous, same-day digital mental health service for all 10-25 year olds in Doncaster.
Kooth offers a range of mental health support including live 1:1 chats with qualified counsellors, a range of mental health and emotional wellbeing tools and resources and community support.
Any young person can sign up for free via the website without any referrals, waitlists or criteria to meet.
Useful websites
Links to other sites and organistions providing support.
Other useful websites
www.stonewall.org.uk
Information and support for the LBGTQ communities and their allies
http://switchboard.lgbt
Welcome to Switchboard – the LGBT helpline
Helpline open 10am - 11pm every day.
https://lgbt.foundation
Advice, Support and information.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk
Don't wait until you're certain. If you are worried about a child or need advice, contact our free 24/7 helpline.
http://www.mermaidsuk.org.uk
If you are a young person that feels at odds with their birth gender, or you are a parent with a child who feels this way, Mermaids can help.
http://genderedintelligence.co.uk
Understanding gender diversity in creative ways