Seen Zine

SEEN is a collaborative zine organised by akt and 42nd Street’s Q42 Project which amplifies the voices of LGBTQ+ young people in the UK between the ages of 13 and 25. Read more

YEP

akt Youth Engagement Programme

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Seen Zine

SEEN is a collaborative zine organised by akt and 42nd Street’s Q42 Project which amplifies the voices of LGBTQ+ young people in the UK between the ages of 13 and 25. Read more

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Crafternoon with akt

Feeling crafty? Host an online fundraiser by inviting friends and family to join you for a virtual crafternoon session!
aktogether Winter Appeal

Together, we can be there for LGBTQ+ young people who need us
akt-ify your browsing and shopping

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Peer Mentor (North-East, remote)

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.

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Volunteer

No matter how much or little time you have, or whatever your skills are, at akt there's a volunteer role for you!
Our history
The Team

Meet team akt!
How we help

akt supports LGBTQ+ young people facing homelessness or living in a hostile environment
The Impact of akt

At akt we believe no young person should have to choose between a safe home and being who they are.
Emergency help

If you are in immediate danger, ALWAYS call the police on 999.
Purple Door

Purple Door offers early action to prevent lifetimes of homelessness. It's akt’s flagship early action service.
Online Support

If you are aged 16-25, LGBTQ+ and looking for support, talk to one of our Digital Mentors about what’s on your mind.
Our Strategy

akt believe in a a world without LGBTQ+ youth homelessness.
Research

We are an evidence based organisation that regularly consults all our stakeholder groups, especially young people; engages in research and pilots our ideas.

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Coronavirus (Covid-19) updates and resources

An update from our team on Covid-19 and resources to help you stay safe and protect your well-being Read more

akt survey: your experiences with homelessness

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

aktogether Winter Appeal

Together, we can be there for LGBTQ+ young people who need us Read more