Emerge is a regular youth group specifically for trans, non binary, gender fluid and gender questioning young individuals aged 13 to 18 (up to 19th birthday). The group is a safe space for young people to meet, connect and create their own community with the support of Youth Workers.
The group offers a place to be yourself and to gain friendships whilst taking part in a variety of well-being related activities, workshops and fun social activities to help grow your confidence and self-esteem. We have a budget which the young people can use to arrange their own trips and activities. Activities can be chosen by the young people who attend and are supported by our youth workers.
We run a regular group session at the Birmingham LGBT Centre. Please contact our youth worker team for more information: Emerge@blgbt.org
We can also offer a limited amount of one to one support for those who may not yet feel confident to attend the group or would like to receive emotional support to help with their wellbeing. These are designed to provide holistic support for our young people, facilitated by our youth workers.
A small, dedicated team of youth workers who are passionate about trans+ youth getting the support and space they deserve to thrive and feel empowered. We create fun, engaging and impactful sessions/workshops whilst also offering emotional and wellbeing support in a person-centred approach all with the goal of trans+ youth having the skills, space and community to live healthy fulfilling lives.
For parents/carers/professionals looking to refer a young person please fill out the referral information sheet and email to emerge@blgbt.org.
All Saints Youth Project
An in person support group for parents and carers of trans+ children that meets up once a month in Kings Heath to gain support, advice and connection with similar families. https://www.allsaintsyouthproject.org.uk/family-support
Mermaids
Supports young trans+ people and their families too. There is a helpline which is very supportive so any questions you may have or want guidance on they will be a great organisation to get in touch with.
https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/families/#
Helpline: 08088010400
Young Minds
General mental health charity which has some great resources to help with mental health struggles but also they have some recourses for parents of trans+ children. https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/parents-a-z-mental-health-guide/gender-identity/
Gendered Intelligence
Has an online parents support group for trans+ parents. They meet online on the third Wednesday of the month in the evening. GI also have resources for both the young person and their families.
https://genderedintelligence.co.uk/services/75
FFLAG
Support for families and parents of queer and trans children and family members with resources and information and support groups.
Gendered Intelligence
Works with the transgender community, with an emphasis on supporting young trans people aged 8-25. https://genderedintelligence.co.uk/
Switchboard
Offers confidential support and advice to members of the LGBT+ community. Free webchat service is also available https://switchboard.lgbt/
Mermaids
Provides information and support for parents and cares of trans+ young people and support, information, and youth forums for young trans+ people
Galop
A dedicated LGBT+ anti violence charity offering support for anyone who has experienced biphobia, homophobia, transphobia, sexual violence or domestic abuse https://www.galop.org.uk/
TransActual
Shares facts about trans rights, UK law, NHS healthcare and transphobia, as well as Transgender peoples lived experiences through quotes, blog posts, and articles https://transactual.org.uk/
MindOut
A mental health service run by and for queer people with experience of mental health issues, instant web chat services also available
Stonewall
Provides information, resources and signposting for LGBT young people as well as parents, carers and schools https://www.stonewall.org.uk/
