Gender Identity
External Support and Advice
Mermaids
Supports and provides information for transgender and gender-diverse young people (up to and including the age of 19) and their families.
Free webchat service available.
Opening times:
9am - 9pm, Monday - Friday
85258 - Mermaids to 85258 (free, 24/7 crisis support)
Mindline Trans+
An emotional and mental health support helpline for anyone identifying as transgender, non-binary, genderfluid (or their family members, friends, colleagues and carers).
Information about Mindline is available here.
Opening times:
Friday evenings
Gendered Intelligence
Works with the transgender community, with an emphasis on supporting young trans people aged 8-25.
Has free resources for trans and gender-questioning young people and their families.
Switchboard
Offers confidential support and advice to members of the LGBT+ community.
Free webchat service also available.
Opening times:
10am - 10pm, 365 days a year
Stonewall
Provides information and support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) young people. Information on confidentiality here.
Specialised information for young people available here.
Opening times:
9:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Galop
A dedicated LGBT+ anti-violence charity.
Gives advice and support to people who have experienced biphobia, homophobia, transphobia, sexual violence or domestic abuse.
Opening times:
10am - 5pm, Monday - Friday (Open until 8pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays)