Coming Out

Support Groups in the North East you can contact for Support

University of Sunderland’s LGB

You can contact Matthew Grant LGB Officer who is located in the Edinburgh building on City campus in the students union, his email address is: su.lgb-officer@sunderland.ac.uk
The University also has a Society where like minded people can meet and get together, The Society is ran by Dan Frost and Matt works with him on various projects and events such as world aids day and gay history month, they also organise events such as bi-weekly socials and trips to Manchester and Newcastle gay scenes to mix with other LGB societys and other university students.

This year Matt has managed to get a gay charity in the annual RAG which the Student Union runs to raise as much money for 5 chosen charitys, this year Stonewall a charity which is working for equality and justice for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals.

GAP (Young gay and bisexual men’s group)
A fun, friendly and safe place to make friends, socialise and be yourself. Open to all young men aged 16 -25 who are (or think they may be) gay or bisexual. The group meets on a weekly basis, offering a safe space to discuss coming out, gay men and the law, HIV, safer sex, relationships. Social activities and trips out.
For more information call MESMAC North East on:0191 233 1333.

OUTPOST HOUSING PROJECT
Temporary accommodation for young lesbians & young gay men (16-25) who are homeless or having difficulty finding somewhere to live.
Contact: Dawn or Graham.
Tel: 0191 281 0099

ELSWICK GIRLS PROJECT
Young lesbian one-to-one support is available.
Tel: 0191 273 4942.

TYNESIDE YOUNG LESBIAN PROJECT
A voluntary organisation providing services for young women 25 and under who are lesbian, bisexual or think they might be. The Young Lesbian Group meets one evening per week, in central Newcastle. The group provides a safe, supportive environment, where young women can meet each other and have the opportunity to talk in confidence about their sexual orientation and related issues. The workers offer issue-based group work and a range of social activities.
Tel:07540896121

STREETWISE
Not a gay/lesbian service but open to all young people. This service is very highly regarded amongst young people and workers. Located at Bigg Market, Central Newcastle. Offering information and advice on any issue, sexual health and contraception. A free counselling service is also available.
Website: www.streetwisenorth.co.uk
Tel: 0191 230 5400

D’n'A
Young peoples project dealing with issues around Drugs & Alcohol based in central Newcastle.
D‘n’A Services for Young People
Unit 4, Dispensary Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 4XN
Website: www.dnanewcastle.com
Email: dna@newcastle.gov.uk
Tel: 0800 073 0470.

TEENAGE KICKS
Teenage Kicks is a community-based outreach team who work with issues around sex & relationships. The team is made up of specialist workers who deliver small group work sessions to children and young people in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Email: teenage.kicks@newcastle-pct.nhs.uk

GATESHEAD

PLUS GROUP
A mixed social group for anyone under 25 who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, or questioning their sexual orientation.
Meets every Tuesday in central Gateshead from 6-8pm.
Contact: Mark or Pam for info
www.myspace.com/plusgroup
www.facebook.com/plusgroup
Email: plusgroup@hotmail.co.uk
Tel: 0800 42 20 200 Option 5

DURHAM

DURHAM YOUNG GAY PEOPLES NETWORK
A social group for young LGBT people aged 15 to 25 years old. Meets at Moving on in Durham City every Tuesday 5-9pm. For more information:
Call Billijean or George on 07842905433 or office hours call: 0191 3842785.
Email: dygpn@disc-vol.org.uk

U20 GROUP
GADD (Gay Advice Darlington & Durham) LGBT group for 16 to 19 year olds, Thursdays, 7.00pm to 9.00pm. 9 Duke Street Darlington.
Call: 01325 355551
http://www.gayadvicedarlington.co.uk

NORTHUMBERLAND

WOWI! (Wansbeck Out With It!)

Wansbeck Out With It! or Wowi! to it’s members, is a social and support group for young LGBT people (lesbian, gay, b

isexual, transgender or those questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity) aged 13 to 25 who live in Wansbeck or the surrounding areas of Northumberland.
The group is held once a fortnight in a safe space in Ashington and run by staff from Northumberland Community Development Network and Trinity Youth Association.
It is a place to meet other LGBT people of a similar age, make new friends, to have fun and learn about some of the key issues that may affect us and people like us. We can also help you during those times when you may feel you need some support.
The group’s activities have included themed parties, Northern Pride, trips out, film nights, drama, making a radio programme, sexual health information, chill out sessions and there are opportunities to do Arts Awards or the V Award for those interested.

For more information on WOWI! please contact:
Debs Walker or Kate Bromwich-Alexandra (See the details below)

THE FRYERS
A weekly session held in Blyth/Bedlington for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered young people and their friends.

If you are 13 to 25 and live in the area we would love to hear from you.
The group offers a safe social space and individual support for its members.
The programme of activities is set by the members and so far has included Chinese Cooking, Quiz night, Gay Film Nights, Birthday parties, trip to Edinburgh, discussion group, karaoke & barbecue at the beach.
Future events to include regional quiz cup, graffiti art, creating an arts installation, going to the footie!

For more information please contact
Debs Walker
LGBT Youth Development Worker
Trinity Youth Association
The Oval Community Centre, Roslin Park, Bedlington Station. NE22 5HU
Tel: 01670 531843 (office) 07946267152 (work mob) 07790823040 (LGBT service mobile)
Website: www.tyarainbow.org.uk