Resources

A common theme I get asked is "I just don't know where to start" "I don't know what to read, what sites to look at..." "I don't know what support is out there."

This page is dedicated to resources and places to support groups in the area. If you or a loved one is experiencing a crisis please visit the resources on the "I need help" page.

Whether you're gender diverse yourself, have a friend or loved on who is, or are looking to support someone who is, this page will hopefully provide you a place to start. 

Everything on here is publicly available information. The books and podcasts listed are things I listened too or found helpful for myself. It's important to remember that not every gender diverse person will have the same experience, needs or opinions, and while this page was made to be as applicable to as many people as possible there will still be some variance in opinions. 

Want to recommend any additions to the page? Contact us!

LGBTQIA+ Support

Enfield LGBT Network: Is a consortium of voluntary and statutory sector organization's as well as individuals in Enfield. Their aim is to improve services for LGBT+ and Transgender people in Enfield.  They provide support groups for LGBT+ people, Transgender people, youth groups and more. Click their page to explore services that may be appropriate for you. 

Proud North London: Provides a safe and supportive space for young people to meet and socialize with others. With access to qualified youth workers for support.  See their page for further information and their referral form. 

Galop:  Providing support to LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse or violence.

London Friend

Antidote is the UKs only LGBTQIA+ run and targeted drug and alcohol support service. Running since 2002 they provide a non judgment free advice and support. All of the staff at London Friend are LGBTQIA+ themselves and have a good understanding of the pressures of substance misuse.  

 

Drop in center address:

86 Caledonian Road
London N19DN

They provide:

  • one to one key workers for immediate needs and support 
  • group work 
  • relapse prevention support 
  • sober social activities 
  • referral to detox clinics and prescribing centers 
  • referral's to counselling services 
  • 2 weekly drop in sessions 

Transgender/Non-Binary Support 

Mermaids: Supporting transgender, non binary and gender diverse children and young people. They have links to webchats, crisis phone lines and lots of resources. 

Gendered Intelligence:  Expanding understanding of gender to improve Transgender peoples lives. They have various support group options, including youth and online groups. 

Books

He/She/They by Schuyler Bailey. How we talk about gender and why it matters. This is a fantastic opening to understanding about being transgender. 

Out of the Ordinary by Michael Dillon. This book is an autobiographical life story of the first trans man in the UK to undergo phalloplasty and HRT. He wrote this book and finished it days before his untimely death. due to his families status in the UK they refused to allow the publication. 

 

Podcasts 

Nancy 

Cruising: A Queer Documentary Podcast, documenting US queer history through bars and the clubs queer people loved.

Making Gay History