Together, we can be there for LGBTQ+ young people who need us Read more
If you’re LGBTQ+ and have experienced any form of homelessness while aged 16-25, and within the last five years, we want to hear from you! Read more
An update from our team on Covid-19 and resources to help you stay safe and protect your well-being Read more
akt supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the uk who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. Read more
Together, we can be there for LGBTQ+ young people who need us
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If you're LGBTQ+, aged 16-25 and living in a hostile or abusive environment, or struggling with your housing situation, we can help. You are not alone.
LGBTQ+ groups exist to ensure you are supported, empowered and provided with the information you need.
Sometimes you need someone to talk to.
What you need to do and where you can get support
Feeling crafty? Host an online fundraiser by inviting friends and family to join you for a virtual crafternoon session! Read more
Support akt when you're shopping and browsing! Read more
Our peer mentoring programme aims to bring together young LGBTQ+ people with shared experiences to offer support in a space where you are both accepted and understood. Read more
"History… it’s supposed to be a long time ago, but it feels like black people were going through this yesterday, last week, last month, last year. That’s because it’s still going on." Read more
"Do not give up. Do not be silenced. Me and many others are not only rooting for you, but standing right there next to you." Read more
We've put together a list of what you can watch, read and listen to this Black History Month! Read more
I felt confident that akt would understand and be able to help me with the problems I was having at the time. Read more
John, a young gay man from Manchester, fled his homophobic father’s attacks after coming out to his parents. Read more
“I lived in a village with hardly any buses and I just felt trapped.” Read more
Jane was supported by akt during a particularly difficult time. Read more