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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21h

Happy International Lesbian Day!

Whether you’ve been out for years, or are just starting to question your sexuality, Switchboard is here for you from 10am to 10pm.

Please feel free to reach out to us, free of charge, today.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 6d

Times of change can be difficult.

Switchboard has supported the LGBTQIA+ community for over 50 years, and we're here for you today, too.

Whatever you’re feeling, we’re ready to listen. 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

#LGBTQSupport

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 7d

10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

Homepage | Switchboard

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s…

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 7d

The theme of this year's Black History Month is 'Standing Firm in Power and Pride', and we want to remind you that Switchboard is here to support you, this month and beyond.

We understand the importance of intersectionality and remain a non-judgmental, confidential, safe space.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 7d

"By prioritising a community-first approach, we can achieve better outcomes for LGBTQIA+ individuals who may need support from our national support line, or benefit from the excellent in-person services provided by Brighton & Hove Switchboard." - Stephanie Fuller, CEO of Switchboard

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 8d

The theme of this year's Black History Month is 'Standing Firm in Power and Pride,' and we want to remind you that Switchboard is here to support you, both this month and beyond.

10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 8d

We know life might feel uncertain or overwhelming right now. Remember, you can speak to us confidentially whenever you need to. We're available 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 10d

We're here to support every member of the LGBTQIA+ community, their families, and friends.

We are the national LGBTQIA+ listening service, run by the community for the community. Available 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

#LGBTQSupport

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 12d

We are the national LGBTQIA+ listening service, available 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 13d

You’re not alone. Switchboard is here to listen, whenever you need support. We're the UK's LGBTQIA+ listening service, run by the community, for the community. Available 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 15d

Switchboard is the National LGBTQIA+ Support Line - here for anyone in the UK, 10am-10pm, every day. Whether you’re LGBTQIA+, questioning, or an ally looking to better understand and support someone you care about, we’re here for you.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

Homepage | Switchboard

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s se...

switchboard.lgbt

Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 15d

Thank you to everyone who popped by to say hi to us at
the University of Westminster, City St George's, and the
University of Roehampton. Be sure to keep an eye out for us at more freshers’ fairs soon!

#LGBTQIA #UKLGBT #LGBTSupport #Freshers

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21d

If you would like to learn more about what it means to be bisexual or share your feelings about your identity with another LGBTQIA+ person, contact us.

Our free service is open 365 days a year, from 10am to 10pm via phone, chat and email.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

Homepage | Switchboard

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s se...

switchboard.lgbt

Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21d

This week (Tuesday 16th September - Tuesday 23rd September) is all about raising awareness of bisexuality; a sexuality that is often erased or misunderstood, but is no doubt a valid and sacred part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21d

By and for the LGBTQIA+ community, our trained volunteers offer free support on topics such as gender identity, sexuality, and more. Contact us by phone, chat, or email from 10am to 10pm, any day of the year.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

Homepage | Switchboard

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s se...

switchboard.lgbt

Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21d

For more than 50 years, Switchboard has been a trusted source of support - offering a compassionate, non-judgmental ear in moments of difficulty and times of joy.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21d

LGBTQIA+ stars Bentley Robles, Bimini, Eden Hunter, Janethan, and Tia Kofi have joined forces to honour The Vivienne in this new single, available to purchase now via the link in our bio! Written and produced with love by Simon Jones and Ellis Miah, respectively.

#TheVivienne #DearViv #RPDRUK

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 29d

Our free-to-contact service is open every day from 10am until 10pm via phone, chat, and email.

📱 0800 0119 100
💬 switchboard.lgbt
📧 [email protected]

Homepage | Switchboard

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s se...

switchboard.lgbt

Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 29d

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. If you are an LGBTQIA+ person in the UK who could do with somebody else from the community to talk to, why not reach out to Switchboard?

#WSPD #WSPD2025 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · Aug 12

Tickets are available via the link in our bio and are on a sliding scale. We are asking anyone who can or wants to buy a paid ticket to do so, with the proceeds being split between Switchboard and Positive East.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · Aug 12

Walthamstow Trades Hall is proud to once again host Silver Pride, in partnership with Switchboard, Positive East and former Opening Door volunteers, supported by Lloyds Banking Group.

This event is aimed at LGBTQ+ people aged 50+, but we welcome attendees of all ages to celebrate this day with us.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · Aug 12

This year’s Silver Pride will involve dancing, laughter, cake, and a range of performances throughout the day! In addition, we are excited to share an exhibition of LGBTQIA+ history, including entries from Switchboard’s log books.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · Aug 12

Silver Pride supports members of the LGBTQIA+ community who are over the age of 50, promoting connection and inclusion by providing a space for older LGBTQIA+ people to celebrate their identities and experiences.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · Aug 7

Switchboard is here for you, every day of the year, from 10 AM to 10 PM. Find out more about our campaign via the link in our bio!

Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · Aug 7

Every Conversation Counts is all about empowering people to reach out to Switchboard to talk things through with an LGBTQIA+ person. We also encourage people to spread the word about our free service to anyone who could benefit from it.

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