It’s a privilege to work for Rainbow Mind. Our community is facing increasingly challenging times, and sadly, prejudice and stigma remain a part of our everyday reality. That’s why it’s so important to have spaces where we can feel safe, supported, and free to be our full queer selves. Rainbow Mind is committed to care, equity, and the wellbeing of all LGBTQIA+ people.
We are proud to offer free, bespoke, Compassion Focused Therapy for LGBTQIA+ individuals in Greater Manchester (aged 18+). Find out more.
These are group sessions led by our experienced LGBTQIA+ practitioners, aimed at teaching mindfulness and self-care skills that are specific to the LGBTQIA+ experience. These courses run for 8 weeks and offer a supportive peer environment. Learn more
If you’d like to find out more about Rainbow Mind and the services and support that we offer, please email one of our hubs below, depending on your closest location:
Email: rainbowmind@mindinsalford.org.uk
Mind in Salford is based in The Angel Centre in Salford, just off Chapel Street.
Mind in Salford
The Angel Centre, 1 St. Philips Place, Salford, M3 6FA
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Email:Â rainbowmind@mindchwf.org.uk
Mind in City, Hackney and Waltham Forest is based in a central office on Tudor Road, with a second location called ‘The Hub’.
Mind in the City
Hackney and Waltham Forest, 8-10 Tudor Road, Hackney, E9 7SN
Below is a selection of LGBTQIA+ organisations based in the local area:
LGBT Foundation provide a wide range of support to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people, including a range of support groups; counselling; a befriending scheme; a sexual health programme, a substance-misuse project, and many more.
They also have a helpline that you can call on 0345 3 30 30 30, Monday to Friday, between 10am and 6pm. Outside of these hours you can email them via helpline@lgbt.foundation for further information and support.
42nd Street’s Inside Out service supports young people, aged 13-25 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or questioning their gender identity and/or sexuality (LGBTQIA+).
They offer individual therapeutic support with an ‘out’ LGBTQIA+ worker and deliver groups and projects throughout the year.
A social and support group for men over 40 who identify as gay or bisexual, or who are questioning.
The group will provide a safe, encouraging and non judgemental space for men to take part in themed discussions and activities, and also to expand their social networks away from the village environment.
Horizon (formally Carousel) is a relaxed social group for lesbian and bisexual women and for those who are questioning their sexual orientation.
It provides a valuable opportunity for women to come together, both in and away from the gay scene and take part in varied activities which are planned by the group themselves and range from quizzes and meals out to video evenings and discussions as well as a lot of laughs.
The Sparkle mission is to promote a positive public image of the Trans community within the UK and beyond. Their aim is to build confidence and resilience, to develop understanding and cohesion in society and to challenge stigma.
The National Transgender Charity organises the Sparkle Weekend celebration in July of each year. They also hold a series of events throughout the year to actively promote fundraising and Trans awareness.
Offer support to LGBTQIA+ people of African heritage including refugees, and wider Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups (BAME).
ARF offers support for LGBTQIA+ refugees and people seeking asylum, campaigns for global LGBTQIA+ equality, stands against hate crimes, and supports communities who face constant harassment, and discrimination because of their sexuality and or gender identity.
Dedicated to supporting, advocating for and celebrating the transgender and non-binary community in the Greater Manchester area.
They aim to create safe spaces, empower individuals, and promote education and awareness about the diverse experiences of gender identity.
