12/08/2026
We know there is still a level of confusion surrounding what the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Code of Practice means for individuals and services.
We have done a breakdown of what it now means that this Code of Practice has become statutory.
It you or someone you know needs support, these organisations can help
✏️The Diversity Trust LGBTQ* Awareness Training.
Diversitytrust.org.uk/training
🌈 Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline – Confidential listening, information and signposting.
https://switchboard.lgbt
💙 MindOut – LGBTQ+ mental health support and peer support.
https://mindout.org.uk
⚖️ TransActual UK – Practical information about legal rights, advocacy and the impact of recent legal changes.
https://transactual.org.uk
🤝 Gendered Intelligence – Support for trans, non-binary and gender-questioning people, families and professionals.
https://lnkd.in/esRzD7MY
🏳️🌈 LGBT Foundation – Wellbeing services, advice and community support.
https://lgbt.foundation
👨👩👧 Mermaids – Support for trans, non-binary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families.
https://mermaidsuk.org.uk
🛡️ Galop – Specialist support if you’ve experienced anti-LGBTQ+ abuse, violence or hate crime.
https://galop.org.uk
❤️ Samaritans – Available 24 hours a day for anyone struggling emotionally.
https://www.samaritans.org
💬 Shout – Free, confidential 24/7 mental health support by text. Text SHOUT to 85258.
https://giveusashout.org
