Young People & Bullying
This section containes information on groups and projects for young people a seperate section on bullying a support section for parents and a section with links to various helpful projects..
NEWCASTLE
GAP (Young gay and bisexual men's group)
A fun, friendly and safe place to make friends, socialise and be yourself. Open to all young men aged 16 -25 who are (or think they may be) gay or bisexual. The group meets on a weekly basis, offering a safe space to discuss coming out, gay men and the law, HIV, safer sex, relationships. Social activities and trips out.
For more information call MESMAC North East on:0191 233 1333.
OUTPOST HOUSING PROJECT
Temporary accommodation for young lesbians & young gay men (16-25) who are homeless or having difficulty finding somewhere to live.
Contact: Dawn or Graham.
Tel: 0191 222 1937
ELSWICK GIRLS PROJECT
Young lesbian one-to-one support is available.
Tel: 0191 273 4942.
STREETWISE
Not a gay/lesbian service but open to all young people. This service is very highly regarded amongst young people and workers. Located at Bigg Market, Central Newcastle. Offering information and advice on any issue, sexual health and contraception. A free counselling service is also available.
Website: www.streetwisenorth.co.uk
Tel: 0191 230 5400
D'n'A
Young peoples project dealing with issues around Drugs & Alcohol based in central Newcastle.
D‘n’A Services for Young People
Unit 4, Dispensary Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 4XN
Website: www.dnanewcastle.com
Email:
Tel: 0800 073 0470.
GATESHEAD
PLUS GROUP
A mixed social group for anyone under 25 who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, or questioning their sexual orientation.
Meets every Tuesday in central Gateshead from 6-8pm.
Contact: Mark or Pam for info
www.myspace.com/plusgroup
www.facebook.com/plusgroup
Email:
Tel: 0800 42 20 200 Option 5
DURHAM
NORTH DURHAM LGBT YOUTH GROUP
Social group for young LGBT people aged up to 20. meeting in Consett every Monday from 6.30-8.30pm. Offering social activities, support, advice.
Contact: 07766478514
Email:
An outreach service is also available for people who would like one-to one support and advice.
Text Service: Text: TP SPACE LGBT SPACE Message to 60003
DURHAM YOUNG GAY PEOPLES NETWORK
Group for LGBT 15 to 25 yrs meets in Durham every Tuesday, for more information:
Call Billijean /George on 07842905433 or office hours 0191 3842785.
U20 GROUP
GADD (Gay Advice Darlington & Durham) LGBT group for 16 to 19 year olds, Thursdays, 7.00pm to 9.00pm. 9 Duke Street Darlington.
Call: 01325 355551
http://www.gayadvicedarlington.co.uk
NORTHUMBERLAND
WOW! (Wansbeck Out With It!)
Wansbeck Out With It! or Wowi! to it’s members, is a social and support group for young LGBT people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or those questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity) aged 13 to 19 who live in Wansbeck or the surrounding areas of Northumberland.
The group is held once a fortnight in a safe space in Ashington and run by staff from MESMAC North East (male) and Fourth Action (female).
It is a place to meet other LGBT people of a similar age, make new friends, to have fun and learn about some of the key issues that may affect us and people like us. We can also help you during those times when you may feel you need some support.
The group’s activities have included themed parties, Northern Pride, trips out, film nights, mask making as well as sexual health and chill out sessions.
For more information please contact Neil at MESMAC’s Newcastle office on 0191 233 1333.
TEESSIDE
TGV (Tees Gay Valley)
A fun, friendly and safe place to make friends, socialise and be yourself. Open to all young men aged 16 -25 who are (or think they may be) gay or bisexual. The group meets on a weekly basis, offering a safe space to discuss coming out, gay men and the law, HIV, safer sex, relationships. Social activities and trips out.
Tuesday's 7pm - 9pm.
Call MESMAC: 01642 804400
Email:
JTGV (Junior Tees Gay Valley)
A group for under 16's, Tuesday's 5pm - 7pm
For more information on the group call MESMAC North East's Teesside office.
Call: 01642 804400
Email:
R2B (Right to Be)
A group for young LGBT people up to 25 in Hartlepool (part of Hart Gables). It is a fun, safe space to meet people and find useful stuff. The group meets every Tuesday from 5pm until 7pm.
Call: 01429 236790
Email:
Website: http://www.hartgables.org.uk/
UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE LGBT SOCIETIES
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY LGBT SOCIETY
Meets during term time only.
Contact: LGB Officers via Students' Union
Tel: 0191 239 3936.
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHUMBRIA
Meets during term in the 'Annexe' (Students' Union). Open to non-students. Offers social events, speakers, support, trips out.
Confidentiality assured.
Contact: Students' Union
Tel: 0191 227 3737
NEWCASTLE COLLEGE LGBT SOCIETY
Contact: LGB Officers c/o Students' Union,Parsons Building
Tel: 0191 200 4525
SUNDERLAND UNIVERSITY LGBT SOCIETY
Wednesday evenings at 7.30 in the Bonded Warehouse.
Contact: Andrew, (LGB Officer), Students Union
Tel: 0191 514 5512
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY LGBT SOCIETY
Contact: Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual Officer
Tel: 01642 342234
