Other support available in the community
- ACAS has guidance on harassment at work, as well as a helpline offering free and impartial advice.
- Citizens Advice has guidance on harassment at work.
- Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI) offer a free and confidential casework service for victims of hate crime.
Islamophobia support:
- The Community Security Trust (CST) has resources on their social channels , including guidance on how to communicate about Israel in a non-antisemitic way.
- Tell Mama is a confidential support service for those suffering from anti-Muslim hate and discrimination across the UK.
Strut Safe
Is a UK-wide phone line. If you're walking alone, our volunteers will be a friendly voice to keep you company and help you feel safe until you are through the door.
Support Line: 0333 335 0026 Fridays & Saturdays: 19:00 - 03:00, Sundays: 19:00 - 01:00
Trans support:
Albert Kennedy Trust exists to give 16–25-year-olds who are LGBTQ+ and at risk of, or experiencing homelessness or a hostile living environment, the support they need to thrive.
Crossroads The Bristol Crossroads group has been supporting the transgender community in and around Bristol, under various names, for over 25 years.
Fflag Bristol FFLAG’s Mission is to support families with LGBT+ members
Galop support LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence.
Gendered intelligence We imagine a world where diverse gender identities and expressions are visible and valued and where trans, non‑binary and gender questioning people live healthy, safe and fulfilled lives.
Off The Record - Freedom is OTR’s LGBTQIA+ youth programme, providing a safe, joyful and supportive space for young people aged 11-25 who are LGBTQIA+ or are exploring their gender and sexuality.
Mermaids is a UK charity supporting trans and gender-diverse children, young people and their families.
Mindline Trans + provide an emotional and mental health support helpline for anyone identifying as trans, non-binary or gender variant, and their families, friends, colleagues and carers.
Shout Out is the UK’s first 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis, anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help. Text: 85258 (24 hours)
Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s sexual health, relationships or just the way you’re feeling. This is your space – to explore, talk and be truly heard.
TransActual is a trans-led and run organisation focused on healthcare and legal protections for trans people in the UK.
Trans Aid Bristol Providing support for transgender, non-binary and intersex people in Bristol and the surrounding areas.
Trans Pride Bristol celebrates the diversity of transgender, non-binary, intersex and gender non-conforming people in our city. We host events, work with local organisations and campaign for our community’s rights.
Further support