LGBTQ+ and BAME
Use the information below to help find local and national support and community groups for those identifying as LGBTQ+ and BAME
LGBTQ+
Louth LGBQ+ Support Group
The Louth LGBQ+ support group is a helpful talking group for people who have common experiences and concerns, offering people encouragement, comfort, advice and support. Regular meetings are held at the Spout Yard Gallery in Louth.
If you would like to find out more, please email: info
Think2Speak
Think2Speak's counsellors help children, young people and adults cope with wide ranging issues. Their qualified counsellors specialise in Wellbeing and Mental Health, LGBTQ+ Inclusion, Relationships and Sex Education and HIV & Sexual Health.
Sessions focus on wellbeing, self-worth and gaining self-awareness – please note that this is not a free service. Referrals can be made via the website.
Contact: 01427325535 or email: hello
Website: www.
Lincoln Alternative LGBT
LGBTQI+ is a private support group and social network based in Lincoln.
If you would like to learn more follow the link to the Facebook page: Lincoln LGBTQI+ Network | Facebook
Gay Outdoor Club
The Lincolnshire group organise regular monthly walks and meet all over the county.
Several of the regular Lincolnshire walkers also join in East Midlands GOC events. Due to this fact we occasionally decide to combine events. Always check out the East Midlands events, walks, camping weekends, canal trips etc. Walks are normally on a Sunday. Friendly dogs are very welcome.
If you would like to find out more, please visit: Lincolnshire - Gay Outdoor Club (goc.org.uk)
University of Lincoln LGBT+ Group
The University of Lincoln's LGBT+ group, offers support and social opportunities to members of the University.
Email: lgbt
Facebook: @LincolnUniversityLGBT
Gingerbread: Single parents, equal families
They are a national charity working with single parent families, providing information, advice and support services.
The website has resources focused on finances, childcare, contact arrangements, housing, education, legal rights, as well as information about issues the LGBTQ+ community may face. Alongside this the site also has an online forum providing emotional support.
Helpline: 08088020925
Website: www.
BAME
If you are looking for BAME specific support groups, there are local and national groups that can help you. Please you the information below to help you find the support you need.
Black Women Rising - Support Group for Breast Cancer Patients
The Black Women Rising cancer support project was set up in 2017 by award-winning community champion Leanne Pero after she struggled with the aftermath of her own battle with breast cancer at just 30 years old. The website provides you with information, advice and support groups for those affected with breast cancer.
Follow the link here: https:/
DOST - BAME Befriending and Signposting
DOST is Smile Health’s Befriending and Signposting service for the Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.
Their service operates in the East Riding, Hull, North Lincolnshire, and North East Lincolnshire areas. They aim to reduce health and wellbeing inequalities that have resulted in the disproportionate impact of Covid-19.
To find out more click on the link: Dost – BAME Befriending and Signposting
Lincolnshire Pamoja
Lincolnshire Pamoja was founded in June 2020 during Covid-19 lockdown in the UK as a peer-support group of friends from Black and Asian Ethnic Minority (BAME) backgrounds to provide emotional and practical support for our peers who have been impacted adversely in different ways by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Follow the link to find out more: http:/
Nottingham Counselling Service - BAME Counselling Hub
One in four people will encounter mental ill health problems at some stage of life. Citizens from racialised minorities (British and Non-British) backgrounds are known to have different levels of risks for mental health problems. Cultural responses to mental health problems differ between different ethnic groups, often affecting the likelihood of accepting professional help. Inequity of access to appropriate counselling and psychological services for BAME communities is a well-recognised reality.
NCS are actively engaged in addressing this inequality through a dedicated and empathetic service for all persons of colour, regardless of age, disability, gender, belief and sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership.
To find out more follow the link: https://www.nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk