Sexuality, or sexual orientation, refers to the feelings and attractions that we may have towards others.
Figuring out and understanding what sexuality means to you can bring up lots of different thoughts and feelings, so it’s important to know where you can find guidance, support, and community.
Self-help resources
- Stonewall Proudly in Conversation Podcast – bringing together influential LGBTQ+ voices.
- Stonewall LGBTQ+ Hubs – resources, stories and information specific to different identities.
- West Yorkshire Queer Stories – a collection of interviews, clips, and blog posts from people across West Yorkshire.
Support in the local community
- Angels of Freedom – every Friday evening a team of volunteers offer support around the Lower Briggate and Call Lane areas of Leeds.
- The Bookish Type – LGBTQ+ bookshop in Leeds. (Is this a resource?)
- LUU LGBT+ Society – a welcoming and liberating space for all LGBT students.
- LGBT+ sport and physical activity – inclusive sports clubs around the city of Leeds.
- MESMAC – free support for sexual and mental health for those who identify as LGBTQ+ across Yorkshire. They offer one-to-one support, HIV and STI testing and counselling.
- Pride Place – currently located at Flamingos Coffee House. They host regular events and social groups.
Support across the UK
- akt – support for LGBTQ+ 16–25-year-olds who are at risk of, or currently experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness or a hostile living environment.
- Galop – support for LGBTQ+ people who are experiencing any kind of abuse or violence, such as domestic abuse, hate crime, sexual violence, or are at risk of conversion therapy.
- LGBT Foundation – a national charity focused on LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing.
- Switchboard – a UK LGBTQ+ support line staffed by volunteers from the LGBTQ+ community.