Norfolk LGBT + Project

Published date: November 2018

In 2009 Norfolk LGBT+ Project was registered as a charity and is a community-based service that is run by and for the LGBT+ community. Working in partnership with organisations, schools, communities and local groups, it is influenced by the needs of its users so that it can provide the best service for the LGBT+ community in Norfolk and Waveney.

Their objective is: “to relieve the mental and emotional suffering of people in Norfolk and Waveney who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT+) or in doubt of their sexuality or gender identity by the provision of advice, peer-support and information. The preservation and protection of public health, in particular amongst LGBT+ people, by raising awareness and providing information about matters that affect their physical, mental and sexual health.”

They offer LGBT+ drop in groups, phone and email support, 1:1 appointments and school and sexual health outreach work. For more information about the services available, please visit:

www.norfolklgbtproject.org.uk

The 11th Norwich Pride will take place on Saturday 27th July 2019. Norwich Pride is a celebration of the LGBT community but is for everyone to enjoy and its aim is to ensure that Norwich is a city where everyone can feel safe and proud of who they are. Norwich Pride is organised by a group of enthusiastic volunteers and this year saw record numbers attend.

If you would like to take part in next year’s Norwich pride, or just want to find out more, go to the Norwich Pride website:

www.norwichpride.org.uk

73% of LGBTQs have been harassed online due to sexual orientation or gender identity. The following online safety guide is a great tool to empower and protect and offers some very useful tips and practical suggestions:

www.vpnmentor.com/blog/lgbtq-guide-online-safety