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The UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. We support all LGBT+ victims/survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, and other forms of abuse. We're run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people. 🌈🏳️‍⚧️ P.S. We delete comments that encourage hatred or harm

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · Apr 24

Galop's helpline is here for LGBT+ people in the UK experiencing abuse or violence, such as hate crime, domestic abuse, sexual violence, so-called “conversion therapy” or any other kind of abuse.

We're run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence. 0800 999 5428

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 8h

The Squidgies are celebrating. And they have a very good reason!

The Squidgies will soon be returning to Outernet screens for #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek, and they can't wait. Stay tuned for more details and more squidginess... 👀

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 10h

Happy #InternationalLesbianDay! Join us in celebrating all the wonderful lesbians in our community! ❤️🧡🤍💗💜

If anyone is making you feel unsafe because of your lesbian identity, Galop is here for you.

We're run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 5d

This year's #BlackHistoryMonth theme is ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’.

Black LGBT+ trailblazers have been, and continue to be, instrumental in creating powerful change for the whole community, standing firm against systems of oppression - from both outside and within the LGBT+ community 🌈🏳️⚧️

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 6d

Galop's helpline is here for LGBT+ people in the UK experiencing abuse or violence, such as hate crime, domestic abuse, sexual violence, so-called 'conversion therapy', or any other kind of abuse.

We're run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people 🌈🏳️⚧️

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence. We're here when you need us.
0800 999 5428

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 6d

Galop supports thousands of LGBT+ people every year. If you want to speak with someone about your experiences, we're here for you.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

Galop - the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity

Galop works with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK

galop.org.uk

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 6d

Everyone should be able to be safe, respected, and fully themselves without fear of violence.

Today is #InternationalDayOfNonViolence and we're marking the day as we always do - by supporting LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence 🌈🏳️⚧️

Two people facing each other under the text 'International Day of Non-Violence' on a light blue background.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 7d

Remember, if you or someone you know is LGBT+ and experiencing domestic abuse, Galop is here to help. You don’t have to be sure of what’s happening to get in touch.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

If any of this sounds familiar and you'd like to talk about it with another LGBT+ person, we're here for you. 0800 999 5428. help@galop.org.uk galop.org.uk

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 7d

Some forms of domestic abuse are specific to LGBT+ relationships, and these may be harder to spot because we don't see them represented as often in the media.

This #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, we're sharing some tips to recognise what these behaviours can look like.
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LGBT+ people may have their sexuality and/or gender identity used against them as a tactic for an abuser to keep power and control in the relationship. This can look like... an arrow points to the next image.

Threatening to ‘out’ your romantic or sexual orientation, gender identity, gender history, or HIV status without your consent. Pressuring you to keep your identity or relationship secret. Isolating you from family, friends, and the LGBT+ community. Denying that LGBT+ people in intimate relationships can experience domestic abuse. Using your hormones or gender-affirming medication as a method of control. Manipulating you into believing that no help is available to you because you're LGBT+, or that for this reason you deserve the abuse.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 7d

There's a common misconception that domestic abuse doesn't happen to LGBT+ people or in LGBT+ relationships. But domestic abuse can impact all relationships, regardless of gender or sexual or romantic orientation.

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Signs of domestic abuse in LGBT+ relationships.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 8d

You matter 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

You should be able to live safely as your true self. You should never feel, or be made to feel, that you are responsible for any anti-LGBT+ abuse or violence directed at you.

If you'd like support, you can contact Galop.
📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk

Motivational quote on yellow background stating you are the only person who knows your identity best.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 9d

If someone is making you feel unsafe or pressuring you to hide who you are, Galop's team is here to help.

We're here for anyone in the UK who is experiencing or worried about practices that aim to 'change', 'cure' or punish their LGBT+ identity.

📞 0800 130 3335
💻 conversiontherapysupport.org.uk

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 12d

Experiencing abuse or violence can have a big impact. Sometimes we feel that impact soon after the experience, and sometimes the impact can be delayed.

We're here whenever you need us. No matter how much time has passed.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk

Text on a purple background reads: Abuse can have a long-term impact. We're here when you need us. With a heart featuring the LGBT+ progress pride flag colours below.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 15d

Today is #BisexualVisibilityDay! We're celebrating all the brilliant bi+ people in our community! 💗💜💙

We hope that you always feel safe to be visible, but on the days when you don't, Galop is here for you.

You can call, email or live chat with us:
📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

Illustration of two people standing apart with three hearts in the bisexual pride colours above and the text 'Bisexual Visibility Day' on a light blue background.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 16d

Only a few days left to have your say and shape Galop's future strategy. We're asking LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence to influence our strategy development, to help us keep victims' and survivors' voices at the heart of what we do.

Share your views at bit.ly/4mbtY1g

We want to hear from you! Help Influence Galop's strategy.

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 16d

At Galop, we specialise in supporting LGBT+ people who have experienced domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, so-called 'conversion therapy' and other forms of interpersonal abuse 🌈🏳️⚧️

You can call, live chat, or email us.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

Purple background with white text saying: If you're LGBT+ and you've experienced any form of abuse and violence, Galop is here to help. The text includes a helpline number: 0800 999 5428

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 20d

Can you help us keep LGBT+ victims and survivors' experiences at the heart of what we do? We're asking LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse or violence to influence Galop's strategy for the future.

You can share your views via the survey here: bit.ly/4mbtY1g or email [email protected]

What do you want to see from Galop? Influence our future strategy.

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 21d

If you experience hate or you're made to feel unsafe because of your sexual orientation or gender identity, Galop's specialist team is here to help.

You can talk to us for advice, support, or to discuss your options 🌈🏳️⚧️

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

Illustration of two people standing under a heart with the LGBTQ+ progress flag colours and text saying 'We're here if a hate incident happens'.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 22d

No one should try to 'change', 'cure' or suppress someone because of who they are. We're here to support LGBT+ people who've experienced, been offered, or are unsure if they've experienced any form of so-called ‘conversion practices’.

Find out more:
📞 0800 130 3335
💻 conversiontherapysupport.org.uk

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 22d

It's #BisexualAwarenessWeek! Join us in celebrating and recognising the brilliant bi+ community 💗💜💙

Remember, if someone is making you feel unsafe or is targeting you because you're bi+, Galop is here for you.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 23d

If you've experienced sexual violence or a sexual situation that didn't feel ok, please know we're here for you.

Galop is run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people, so you'll always speak to someone who understands and takes what you say seriously 🌈🏳️⚧️

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

Galop - the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity

Galop works with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK

galop.org.uk

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 23d

Sexual consent is when everyone involved in any kind of sexual activity agrees to take part, and they have the freedom and capacity to make that choice.

Consent must be given every single time, even if you've taken part in a sexual activity with someone before, and it can be withdrawn at any time.

Text on a light blue background stating that consent can be withdrawn at any time in bold dark blue letters.

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 24d

We're asking LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence to influence Galop's new strategy.

Tell us what you think at bit.ly/4mbtY1g

Or email [email protected] to share your views another way.

Have your say. Influence Galop's strategy.

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 26d

What do you think are the most urgent issues for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence? We want you to shape Galop's strategy for the future.

Fill out our survey to have your say: bit.ly/4mbtY1g. Or email [email protected] if you would like to contribute in another way.

Help shape Galop’s strategy. We want to hear from you.

Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 27d

And if you'd like to speak with someone about your experiences, Galop's team is always here.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk

Galop - the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity

Galop works with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK

galop.org.uk

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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 27d

Experiencing abuse and violence can be deeply traumatic. Your thoughts may be focused on getting through the day, and it can be easy to overlook your own wellbeing.

Remember, none of us are perfect, so try to be kind to yourself and take it one day at a time.

Yellow background with the phrase 'Be kind to yourself' in bold navy letters and three hand-drawn navy hearts around it.

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