London Friend

London Friend London Friend promotes health and well-being for le***an, gay, bis*xual and trans people. We’re the oldest UK LGBTQI charity.

We support people coming out, going out, and when life gets difficult along the way. Covid-19 update:

We're unable to provide face to face support at present but are still working online. Our counselling service and Antidote drug and alcohol service are open to new referrals. Since lockdown began we have new one to one and group support to help you manage your mental health and wellbeing. Some of

our regular support and social groups are also running online. Check this page for the latest updates about the services we are currently able to provide, with contact details for referrals:

https://londonfriend.org.uk/corona-virus-update/

IT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY 💻✨We’re looking for someone with strong knowledge of Salesforce and related apps to support us ...
28/05/2026

IT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY 💻✨

We’re looking for someone with strong knowledge of Salesforce and related apps to support us with improving and streamlining some of our internal systems and workflows.

We’re open to flexible ways of working, including remote volunteering where suitable, and we’d especially love to hear from people who enjoy problem-solving, building systems, and helping organisations work more efficiently behind the scenes.

This role would involve collaborating with our team around current needs and helping shape practical solutions, with the possibility of offering further support in the future where helpful.

You might be a great fit if you:
• Have experience using Salesforce and its related apps confidently
• Enjoy problem-solving and improving systems
• Can help make processes more efficient and accessible

Your support would help us strengthen the way we deliver services and support our community behind the scenes! 🤝

Interested or want to find out more? Reach out via email to [email protected] 🌐

Life gets busy and it can get in the way of going to your HIV appointments.Whatever the reason, it’s worth another try.T...
25/05/2026

Life gets busy and it can get in the way of going to your HIV appointments.

Whatever the reason, it’s worth another try.

THT Direct can support you to get an appointment at an HIV clinic.

Call 0808 802 1221 or visit link in bio for more info.

The Government has finally published the new Equality Act 2010: Draft Code of Practice for services, public functions an...
22/05/2026

The Government has finally published the new Equality Act 2010: Draft Code of Practice for services, public functions and associations, 2026.

The Code updates guidance on how to implement the Equality Act as it applies to services, including charities, and includes changes since the Supreme Court’s ruling on the definition of s*x as a protected characteristic. The Code now has a 40-day Parliamentary process before it becomes statutory guidance.

Several changes affect how trans and non-binary people will be able - or not - to access key public services when they are provided as single s*x services.

We are very concerned about the impact of the updated Code which in places feels unclear and unworkable. At 342 pages there is a lot of information to process, and we will now be discussing with LGBTQ+ sector colleagues to better understand the duties on service providers.

We encourage others to look for trusted sources of information providing accurate analysis of the Code as organisations and service providers work through this.

We remain committed to providing safe spaces for trans and non-binary people.

If you are affected by this and wish to speak to someone you can call several LGBTQ+ organisations:

Switchboard

https://switchboard.lgbt/

LGBT Foundation

https://lgbt.foundation/

Gendered Intelligence

https://genderedintelligence.co.uk/

Galop

https://www.galop.org.uk/

📣 CANCELLATION: MATTRIXWe regret to inform you that the next session of the MATTRIX support group is cancelled.We look f...
18/05/2026

📣 CANCELLATION: MATTRIX

We regret to inform you that the next session of the MATTRIX support group is cancelled.

We look forward to welcoming you at our next session on June 4th.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you at the next one.

📣 CANCELLATION: LGBTQ+ Women's CRAFT & SOCIALWe regret to inform you that due to this week’s TFL tube strikes, we had to...
18/05/2026

📣 CANCELLATION: LGBTQ+ Women's CRAFT & SOCIAL

We regret to inform you that due to this week’s TFL tube strikes, we had to cancel the next session of the LGBTQ+ Women's Craft and Social support group.

We look forward to welcoming you at our next session.

All other London Friend social groups will run as scheduled unless stated otherwise on our socials.

Thank you for your understanding.

17 May is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️The day is marked worldwide...
17/05/2026

17 May is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

The day is marked worldwide to raise awareness of the violence and discrimination faced by le***an, gay, bis*xual and transgender people, including all people who have diverse gender identities or gender expressions.

If you have been affected by homophobia, biphobia or transphobia please don’t hesitate to reach out. London Friend, together with several other LGBTQ+ organisation, will walk with you whenever you need it. You are not alone.

🌈🫂

📣 VOLUNTEER WITH US!🏳️‍🌈 London Friend is looking for Volunteers to join our groundbreaking LGBTQ+ drug and alcohol serv...
15/05/2026

📣 VOLUNTEER WITH US!

🏳️‍🌈 London Friend is looking for Volunteers to join our groundbreaking LGBTQ+ drug and alcohol service Antidote on a Monday Morning 🏳️‍⚧️

Please head over to londonfriend.org.uk/volunteer to apply if you’re:

📣 Looking for a rewarding way to support the LGBTQ+ community
📣 Able to volunteer on Monday Mornings and commit for at least 1 year
📣 Experienced* with drug/alcohol support and/or mental health support

*We do value and recognise lived experience as well, but due to the nature of the service, we ask volunteers to be sober or have unproblematic use for at least 1 year before committing to volunteering with Antidote.

If you have any questions about the role or application process, you can email [email protected]

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This week is 🫂At London Friend, we understand that mental health challenges can feel isolating, but you don’t have to ...
14/05/2026

This week is 🫂

At London Friend, we understand that mental health challenges can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face them alone. Our services are designed to offer support, understanding, and connection in a safe, affirming space.

Whether you’re seeking counselling, drug or alcohol support or supportive social groups, we’re here to help. Our compassionate team of LGBTQ+ professionals and volunteers are here to support you every step of the way.

💚 If you’re struggling, please reach out. You can find out how to access our services through our website or head to the pinned post on our Instagram page.

🖋️ Our Pink Ink creative writing group volunteer facilitators out on a team building day visiting the Q***r Britain Muse...
14/05/2026

🖋️ Our Pink Ink creative writing group volunteer facilitators out on a team building day visiting the Q***r Britain Museum and workshopping some new and exciting future creative writing exercises for their Pink Ink Workshop attendees. 🌸

Interested in freeing your creative flow?
✨ Join us for Pink Ink - our LGBTQ+ creative writing support group! 🌈

Pink Ink provides a welcoming and safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals to connect, write, share, and discuss their work with others.

🗓️: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month
⏰: 7-9pm
📍: 86 Caledonian Road
📝: No sign-up needed, just turn up!

If you feel more inclined towards facilitating rather than participating, check out our volunteering opportunities, we have different roles and positions available: https://londonfriend.org.uk/volunteer/ 🤝

🏳️‍⚧️ This week, we celebrate Trans History 🏳️‍⚧️ Trans+ people have always been part of our history and community, and ...
06/05/2026

🏳️‍⚧️ This week, we celebrate Trans History 🏳️‍⚧️

Trans+ people have always been part of our history and community, and will always be.



At London Friend, we are always proud to stand with, celebrate and support all trans and non-binary people.

If you trans or non-binary and looking for a safe space to connect, join us for:
* T-on-Tuesday, our social and support group for trans and non-binary individuals 🏳️‍⚧️

🌟 We’re Looking for Volunteers! 🌟Help us support T-on-Tuesday, a friendly social group for trans and non-binary people t...
29/04/2026

🌟 We’re Looking for Volunteers! 🌟

Help us support T-on-Tuesday, a friendly social group for trans and non-binary people that meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 7–9 PM. We’re seeking reliable and committed volunteers who can help us create a warm, inclusive space for everyone.

Please note that due to the nature of this group we ask the volunteers to identify as Trans or Non-Binary. 🏳️‍⚧️

📩 Interested? Email [email protected]

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86 Caledonian Road
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