LGBTQ+ Support
Lasswade has an active LGBTQ+ group that meets on Wednesday Lunchtimes. There are also a number of agencies in the local community and Nationally that you can access to get advice, information and support from.
School Equalities Group
The Equalities Group for BGE students meets on Wednesday Lunchtime. If you are interested, see Miss Lebida in Social Subjects or join the Google Classroom for more information.
Midlothian Community Supports
M.Y Pride
This youth group is run by Midlothian Council.
Every Thursday from from 5.30 to 7.30 for 16-24 year olds.
18 Croft Street Dalkeith EH22 3BA
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MYPAS
This youth group is run by MYPAS, offering:
One-to-one support for young LGBT+ people aged 12-21
Wednesday 7-8 pm and Mondays 7-8 there is a digital group for LGBT young people aged 12-21.
MYPAS, Tolbooth Hall, 176 High Street, Dalkeith, Midlothian EH22 1AY
Websites Offering LGBTQ+ Support
LGBTQ+ Youth Scotland - Mental Health
This area of their website offers a specific range of support focussing on Mental Health.
Click the picture to go directly to their website.
LGBTQ+ Youth Scotland - Advice Centre
This area of the website has lots of advice and information, covering everything from advice for parents of LGBT people to bullying and hate crime reporting.
Click the picture to follow the link.
What do all the flags represent?
Boston University has put together a guide to all the different LGBTQ+ flags and what they all represent.
