Organisations supporting LGBTQ+ Communities:
As Pride Month comes to an end, we wanted to make sure that our networks and the local population were aware of organisations and groups supporting LGBTQ+ Communities in Milton Keynes and across the UK.
For more information and contact details for each group, click the link or take a look at the Signposting Channels page on our website.
Local:
Q Alliance – Q-Alliance provides support for LGBTQ+ children, young people and adults in Milton Keynes and Bedford, including one to one support, peer support, advocacy & advice services and events aimed at creating safe spaces and ensuring the LGBTQ+ community is well represented and supported.
LGBT Bucks – LGBT Bucks aims to inform Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people about services in and around Buckinghamshire. It includes national and local information, as well as practical tips and advice.
TravelGay – Milton Keynes – Website with list of venues in cities across the UK and around the world.
Gay Outdoor Club – MK & Bucks – Walking group, usually meet on the fourth Sunday of every month.
MK Pride Festival – 12th September 2022, 12:00-22:30, Campbell Park, Milton Keynes
Terrence Higgins Trust MK – Range of service for people living in and around Milton Keynes, providing outreach in the community and training for practitioners. Services available through appointment and outreach and delivered in partnership with iCaSH Milton Keynes.
National:
Midline Trans – Emotional support & Information
NHS Pride Support – Resources & Signposting for LGBTQ+ individuals
Empty Closets – Organisation supporting people (aged 13+) to figure out who they are. They offer a discussion forum and the chance for members to upload their own blogs and make their own galleries.
If your group supports LGBTQ+ communities and would like to be added to our signposting channels, please email support@communityactionmk.org.