Signposting
Everyone needs support at some point in our lives. All of these services are here for you – whenever you may need them.
Please note that Pride Ashford is not a LGBTQIA support service. We have signposted services below that we think could be useful, however this is not a complete list and others are available.
Contact us if you feel a service is missing.
We couldn't do all this without the valuable input from the LGBTQIA community which is thriving across Kent. Pride Ashford want to do what we can to help and encourage the community to live their best lives.
If you'd like to be included in this list, please get in touch at Prideashford@gmail.com
Crisis Support
Here are some useful links and resources for the community and allies alike. If you'd like to be included in this list, please get in touch at Prideashford@gmail.com
NHS 111
If you need help now, but it’s not an emergency, go to 111.nhs.uk or call 111. Free. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Samaritans
https://www.samaritans.org/ They are there to listen to anyone who needs someone. No judgement. No pressure. You can call them anytime, from any phone, for free, or by email or letter. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Coming Out - Childline
0800 1111
Sexual Orientation
Here are some useful links and resources for the community and allies alike. If you'd like to be included in this list, please get in touch at Prideashford@gmail.com
For Young People (Under 18)
The BeYou Project is a safe space for LGBT+ young people in Kent
This membership organisation works to support LGBTQ+ organisations and projects around the country. Use the site's Member's Directory to find local mental health services.
Provides wellbeing and sexual health information and support for young people.
Provides support for LGBT+ people worried about their sexual health, including via a listening service.
Information and advice for LGBT people on a range of issues.
For Adults (Over 18)
Get information about mental health support for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, non-binary, queer or questioning (LGBTQIA+).
Online directory of qualified therapists who identify as or are understanding of minority sexual and gender identities.
Information and advice for LGBT people on a range of issues.
Provides support for LGBT+ people worried about their sexual health, including via a listening service.
Gender
For Young People (Under 18)
For Adults (Over 18)
Canterbury Trans Network - Local transgender support group
GIRES - Gender Identity Research & Education Society GIRES
Trans Unite - Other support groups all over the UK
Rainbow Migration - Help for LGBTQIA people seeking asylum
For Allies
Diversity Role Models
Workplace Training
The Trevor Project
Guide to being an Ally
Offers support to parents, friends and family members of those who identify as LGBT+.