LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ is a grouping of people who feel that they don’t fit into traditional categories of gender or sexuality. They identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning and +.

Questioning your sexuality or gender identity can be a lot for you to process, as well as your trusted adults, bringing up a lot of emotions so don’t be afraid to seek support.

Useful resources

• The BeYou Project connects young people in Kent and Medway who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning their sexual or gender identity.
• The Proud Trust has information for LGBT+ young people exploring coming out, faith and religion, and staying safe. Read experiences from other LGBT+ people.
• Gendered Intelligence supports young trans people aged eight to 25 with resources for trans and gender questioning young people, and their families.
• Young Minds has more information on supporting a young LGBTQ+ person when they come out.
• Kent School Health is inclusive to all LGBTQ+ young people and can offer one-to-one support to any children and young people.