Support and resources for trans+ young people
Looking for further info and advice about gender identity? We’ve got you.
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Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. You can call, email, or use their online chat to discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s sexual health, relationships or just the way you’re feeling.
Organisations offering support and information
- https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/ – UK charity supporting trans, non-binary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families
- https://lgbt.foundation/ – national charity offering LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing resources
- https://www.stonewall.org.uk/ – UK LGBTQ+ rights charity
- https://www.theproudtrust.org/ – youth charity empowering young LGBTQ+ people to be proud of who they are
- https://genderedintelligence.co.uk/ – trans-led charity that works to increase understandings of gender diversity and improve the lives of trans people
- https://www.mindinsomerset.org.uk/our-services/adult-one-to-one-support/mindline-trans/ – a confidential emotional, mental health support helpline and signposting service for trans+ people
- https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ – US-based suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people
- https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/find-lgbt-support-near-you/ – use this page to look for organisations that provide LGBT+ support in your area
Support on staying healthy
- Terence Higgins Trust – Clinics and resources for trans and non-binary people
- NHS – What happens at your cervical screening appointment
- Brook – Getting your cervical screening
- Jo’s Trust – Cervical screening for trans men and/or non-binary people
- Yogidia – Yoga for Chest Binding
- Spectrum Outfitters – 9 self-care tips for people who wear chest binders
- The Gender Dysphoria Bible – information about gender dysphoria
Information about transitioning
- Gendered Intelligence – Knowledge is Power – resource for young trans people about exploring gender, accessing support, finding community, transition, legal rights, and more
- Brook – Transitioning: Gender identity (social, medical or legal)
Sex and relationships resources
- Zoe Stoller – @zoestoller on Instagram
- Dee Whitnell – @s3xtheorywithdee on Instagram
- Gender GP – Trans sex education
- LGBT Youth Scotland – Good sex is…an inclusive guide for trans people
- Marginal – Where we are & where we should be: Shaping a future for trans young people
We recognise it’s not easy to get the support you need in the current UK healthcare system, including Gender Identity Clinics. There are long waiting times and, on top of that, social barriers that can make it even harder. Race, being disabled, and being neurodivergent (and more) can all play a part. It also takes a lot of energy to ask for help, and you might not have lots of energy at the moment. If all you can manage is talking to a trusted adult, then that’s a good place to start. Childline has lots of tips for who that ‘trusted adult’ may be for you, and how to start the conversation.
This article is part of our “Am I Trans?” Translating Sex, Identity & Relationships content series: supporting trans+ young people to access sex and relationships education that is relevant to their experiences and needs. Discover the full series here.
We use the term trans+ in our articles as an umbrella term intended to incorporate all transgender, non-binary, agender and genderfluid identities.
Some of the content addresses potentially triggering topics, such as transphobia and gender dysphoria. We’ve added specific content warnings to these pieces, but please take a moment to check in with yourself and how you’re feeling before diving into the series.
Last Reviewed 22 April 2024
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