Cardiff has its own website with details of current events in the capital on www.gaycardiff.co.uk, www.gaywales.co.uk and a Mardi Gras website www.cardiffmardigras.co.uk.
The email address for Cardiff-Wales Lesbian and Gay Mardi Gras is info@cardiffmardigras.co.uk
Gay Wales Guide
Gay Wales Guide is as a portal of information for the LGBT community across Wales; covering news, events, gay bars, venues, accommodation and civil partnerships.
On this page:
LGB groups offer peer group support, the friendship and help of someone in the same situation and experiencing similar issues, to address the feelings of isolation and difficulties associated with 'coming out' and dealing with discriminatory social attitudes. The essential principles and functions of these groups are similar to other peer group organisations, such as Gingerbread, the support organisation for lone parent families.
Click here for information on LGB Helplines.
www.BiWales.org.uk
A group for anyone attracted to more than one gender or who thinks they may be.
Bi Cardiff meets to discuss bi issues, socialise and meet other bi people. Linked to Bi Cymru/Wales running campaigns and challenging biphobia.
Meets monthly on the first Thursday of the month at 7pm in central Cardiff.
Socials from 8:15pm open to anyone bi supportive, whatever their sexual orientation.
Email: BiCardiff@yahoo.co.uk
Text: 08982 308812
www.BiWales.org.uk
The all Wales social-support network for bisexual people and those who think they might be bi.
Mailing list: http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/biwales
Email: bicymru@yahoo.co.uk
Text: 07982 308812
www.borderwomen.org.uk
Border Women is a social network for lesbians in English / Welsh border area around the Ludlow / Hereford area with meetings, walks, socials and monthly newsletter.
Contact by post: Border Women PO Box 42, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1WD
Cardiff University LGBT meets most Wednesdays in the Student's Union, Park Place, Cardiff for info email to lgbt@cardiff.ac.uk
This Deaf L&G Group meets on the 1st Saturday monthly.
Contact: The Secretary, DRAGONS 6 Wentloog Road, Rumney, Cardiff. CF3 3LP
www.dynwales.org
The Dyn Project provides advice, information and support for men in Cardiff who are experiencing domestic abuse from a partner. If you or anyone in your family are experiencing danger from domestic abuse or otherwise always call the police on 999.
Helpline: 0808 801 0321
Email: info@dynwales.co.uk
www.gaybridgend.com
Currently held on the first Saturday of each month and starting on 19th May will also be on the middle Friday of the month. The Saturday disco is open between 7:30pm and 12pm, Fridays 7:30pm and 11pm and are held at the Bridgend Conservative Club which is in easy walking distance of both the train and bus stations. The discos have proved very popular with the local gay and lesbian community.
Further details can be found at www.gaybridgend.com or by telephoning 07005-942-644.
http://goc.uk.net
The Gay Outdoor Club operates throughout Wales and provides a wide range of outdoor and indoor sports and recreational activities LGBT men and women. These activities include walking, cycling, swimming, badminton, etc.
Contact: info@goc.uk.net
For South Wales Contact Ian on 02920 612853, their walk pattern is 4th Sunday of month check out: www.southwalesgoc.com for more details
For up to date details of this student LGBT society meetings contact the LGBT officer via University of Glamorgan Students' Union.
Post: LGBT Society, University of Glamorgan, Pontypridd.
http://proudincardiff.forumup.org
An internet forum for any bisexual or gay woman that lives in or around Cardiff. You can log on and discuss anything from the latest gossip to politics. Social meetups are encouraged so that the members can chat online and in person.
A friendly and welcoming group for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people, and their straight supporters, who come from all Christian denominations - or none. We meet together for friendship, support, worship and social events. Our members come from a wide range of backgrounds and ages, and include those who go to church, and those who do not. We meet in venues throughout the area on two Friday evenings a month/ Tel: 0774 977 5607 or email: southwales@lgcm.org.uk
A new group for lesbian, gay and bisexual people in Merthyr Tydfil area was launched in July 2008 and meets monthly in Merthyr. A new group for lesbian, gay and bisexual people in Merthyr Tydfil area was launched in July 2008 and meets monthly in Merthyr.
Contact by email: merthyrtydfillgbgroup@yahoo.co.uk,
post: Merthyr LGB Group, c/o VAMT Voluntary Action Centre 89-90 High St Pontmorlais, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8UH,
phone: 07852961183 (all enquiries will be dealt with during office hours, otherwise leave a message on the answerphone and the enquiry will be dealt with as soon as possible) or join Facebook group Gay friendly in Merthyr.
www.newportunion.com
Newport University LGBT society provides fellow lgbt students of Newport a chance to meet and enjoy social gatherings and also get helpful advice.
Contact for info: lgbt.su@newport.ac.uk
Meets last Thursday of the month.
Contact Richard on outintorfaen@hotmail.com or
07707 398877 for more details
www.wtuc.org.uk
Trade Union committee that campaigns on behalf of LGBT people at work. Email wtuc@tuc.org.uk for more details.
This Social Support Group for Gay Women 30+ meets monthly for more information email: w2wgroup2002@yahoo.co.uk
www.womenzonewales.co.uk
Womenzone is a lesbian-centred organisation run by lesbian women for lesbian women producing a bi-monthly newsletter. Womenzone also initiates, supports and organises events e.g.: surf camps, discos and monthly lesbian breakfasts. Contact via Swansea Women's Centre, 25 Mansel St, Swansea SA1 5SQ,
phone: 01792 411119
email: Womenzone@hotmail.com
See LGB Support and Social section for details of local Student Union LGB Societies.
www.rainbow-club.org.uk
The Rainbow Club is a support and befriending group for any young person within the geographical area of South East Wales who is experiencing problems with their sexuality whether they are gay, lesbian or bi. The club is for young people to support each other in understanding their sexuality, offer friendship and a place where they can gather information or access relevant material to other supporting networks. They meet 6 - 8pm every Wednesday in the Pontypool area for social events, and discussions sexual health issues. To find out more contact rainbowtorfaengroup@yahoo.co.uk
www.youthlinkwales.org
Youthlink Wales is a voluntary organisation set up for Young People by Young People to promote Safer Life Choices through Peer Education for between 14 and 25 year olds in Wales. This is not a specific LGB support group but can support addressing related issues.
Contact Administrative Team on 02920 885711
We offer advice and office based and outreach support to young LGBT young people between the age of 11 – 25 who are living in Caerphilly. We also run awareness raising workshops with young people and provide training and advice to professionals. All services are free.
Manager – Suzi Moore
Email: diversityproject@barnardos.org.uk
Phone: 01633 612 712 or 07876 036941
A 24 hour freephone signposting and information service for women, children and men in Wales who are experiencing, or who have experienced abuse at the hands of someone close to them.
0808 80 10 800
www.dynproject.org
The Dyn Project works across Wales to support men who experience domestic violence.
Helpline - 0808 801 0321 – gives support to male victims across Wales by providing someone to listen without judgement. The helpline staff can also help find services to assist callers in their local area. The helpline is totally confidential and free to call.
The Dyn Project also provides face-to-face advice, information and support to men in Cardiff who experience domestic abuse.
www.welshwomensaid.org/index.html
Welsh Women’s Aid s the national umbrella organisation representing local Women's Aid Groups situated throughout Wales. Their member groups provide direct services for women and children who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse. They can offer advice/refuge to women in heterosexual or lesbian / bisexual relationships if they are escaping or are affected by domestic abuse.
Gwent Police
www.gwent.police.uk/info_point/hatecrimereporting.htm
Gwent Police now have specially trained liaison officers for lesbian, gay , bisexual and transgender victims of hate crime. LGB&T Liaison Officers have been specially trained to provide victims with additional support throughout the investigative process. It is hoped this additional resource available to victims will encourage those who have experienced a hate crime to have more confidence in reporting it. At the 2010 Blaenau Gwent National Eisteddfod Gwent Police distributed drinks mats aimed at raising public awareness of homophobic hate crime and encouraging victims and witnesses to report incidents to the police. Click here for Gwent Police press release and here for the Gwent Police drinks mat
Dial 101 for non-emergencies such as:
you need the police to attend to assist in a non-emergency situation
to report a crime or incident
for general enquiries
For confidential advice & support ask to speak to a Hate Crime Officer.
Only dial 999 in an an emergency such as
Serious injury has been caused or there is a threat of serious injury
A crime is in progress and the suspects are at or near the scene
Post: Gwent Police Headquarters, Croesyceliog, Cwmbran NP44 2XJ
www.south-wales.police.uk/en/content/cms/help-and-advice/victims/hate-crime
The South Wales Police Minorities Support Unit works together with frontline staff and Hate Crime Officers to give assistance and support to members of minority communities, particularly to victims of hate crime and critical incidents. A core priority of the Minorities Support Unit is to provide the best possible service with a view to achieving high levels of victim satisfaction when tackling hate crime & hate incidents. Click here for South Wales Police Minorities Support Unit leaflet (in English & Welsh)
Dial 101 for non-emergencies such as:
you need the police to attend to assist in a non-emergency situation
to report a crime or incident
for general enquiries
For confidential advice & support ask to speak to a Hate Crime Officer.
Only dial 999 in an an emergency such as
Serious injury has been caused or there is a threat of serious injury
A crime is in progress and the suspects are at or near the scene
Post: South Wales Police Headquarters, Cowbridge Road, Bridgend CF31 3SU
www.victimsupport.org.uk/Contact us/Wales
In Wales in 2010 Victim Support developed a partnership project with Stonewall Cymru to encourage more victims and witnesses of homophobic and transphobic hate crime, whether they are ‘gay or straight’, to access Victim Support¹s enhanced support service. The It’s No Joke project has ensured that Victim Support staff and volunteers understand some of the issues and support needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people who experience hate crime. Click Here for It’s No Joke leaflet.
Victim Support is a national charity of trained volunteers who provide free, non-judgmental and confidential support to a victim and their family whether or not the crime has been reported to the Police. They can provide emotional support, practical help with changing locks etc, witness/victim support in court and assist in claiming Criminal Injuries Compensation.
Wherever you are in Wales just call 0845 612 1900, offices are open 8am to 8pm.
Click here for more safety information.
www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Citizens Advice Bureaux provide free, confidential and independent advice from bureaux, GP surgeries, hospitals, colleges, prisons and courts. The advice helps people resolve their debt, benefits, housing, legal, discrimination, employment, immigration, consumer and other problems and is available to everyone regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, nationality, disability or religion.
For your local Bureau click here
For Online CAB advice click here
www.clsdirect.org.uk
The Community Legal Service help people who are eligible for legal aid to protect their rights and help people who need advice about relationship breakdown or problems with debt, housing, domestic violence and benefits. Help is also available about asylum and immigration, education, employment, mental health and community care issues.
Helpline: 0845 345 4 345
www.tht.org.uk
Terrence Higgins Trust [THT] is the leading HIV & sexual health charity in the UK and the largest in Europe. They offer a range of services for people living with HIV/AIDS, and campaign for greater public understanding of sexual health issues. They also offer education and information resources.
THT Cymru Cardiff is open 10am-5pm Mon - Fri at Canton House 435-451 Cowbridge Road East Canton Cardiff CF5 1JH, phone: 029 2066 6465
Email: info.cymru@tht.org.uk
www.trothwy.com
Triangle Wales provides Housing advice and support for LGBT people across Wales.
Helpline: 0808 801 0306
Telephone: 029 20453030
Email: claire.purvis@gwalia.com or sarah.l.jones@gwalia.com
Post: Triangle Wales, 4 Dock Chambers, Bute St, Cardiff CF10 6AG
Website
The all Wales lesbian, gay and bisexual mental health network for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals who either have or have had contact with mental health services through being service users or workers, paid or unpaid. This group supports the development of Mind's commitment to lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) mental health rights awareness programme.
The group:
Contacts:
Tel: 02920 39 51 23
email: mindoutcymru@org.uk
Post: Mind Cymru
3rd Floor
Quebec House
Castlebridge
Cowbridge Road East
Cardiff
CF11 9AB
A Safe & Confidential Environment for LGBTQ People to
Talk About Their Mental Health
As part of the Newport Equity Partnership, this group offers a safe place where LGBTQ (age 18 or over or 16-17 with an accompanying adult) people can find out more about homophobia related mental distress and about good mental health & well-being.
We also offer support for LGBTQ individuals with mental health issues.
Groups are held once a month, in the evening in the Newport area.
Email: info@newportequitypartnership.co.uk,
Phone: 07599689231 (Monday 6-8pm only),
Facebook: search Mind OUT Newport
www.p2bmums.co.uk
This Social Support Group for Lesbian Parents meets in Cardiff on the last Sunday of each month
for more information:
Email: hello@p2bmums.co.uk or
phone Helen on 07974573693.
www.SPLAGWales.org.uk
Confidential helplines are run across the UK by voluntary parents of LGB people who offer information and support to other parents in the same situation.
Helpline for Wales - 0845 652 0321 or 0845 652 0322
or e-mail: janet.jeffries@btinternet.com
www.cardiffdragonsfc.co.uk
Our mission is to promote participation in football within the LGBTI community in Cardiff, South Wales and beyond. We will achieve this by establishing LGBTI friendly football teams at 5 and 11 a-side levels.
We welcome people of all ages, abilities and sexualities. We have an active social wing, so non-players are more than welcome to join and enjoy the social events organised by the Club (eg attending football matches, nights out both on and off scene, meals out, etc).
Email: info@cardiffdragonsfc.co.uk
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