Galop (LGBT+ Abuse and Violence Survivors Support)
Established in the early 1980s Galop provides advocacy and casework support for LGBT+ people who have experience abuse and violence. Advocates and caseworkers work with clients, based on what each individual person needs. Their advocacy service specialises in supporting LGBT+ victims and survivors of domestic abuse, hate crime, sexual violence, and other forms of abuse including honour-based violence, forced marriage, and so-called conversion therapies. They are a service run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people, and the needs of the LGBT+ community.
The offer a wide range of support to LGBT+ victims/survivors:
Advice and support to help you and others to be safer
Advice on your rights and options
Ongoing emotional support
Urgent help, including medical support, even if you’re not sure about talking to the police
Assistance and advocacy around navigating the criminal justice system
Information on safety and emergency housing options
Referrals or signposting to specialist or local LGBT+ services and organisations
Translation services are available to those who do not have English as a first language, and they can access a BSL interpreter if you are Deaf / have a hearing impairment.
Additionally, they offer community support and support for children and young people. They also operate a helpline via phone, email and webchat. The helpline can provide a safe, confidential listening and information service to any LGBT+ person aged 13+. Their LGBT+ Helpline Advisors are trained and experienced in supporting with different types of abuse and violence, including:
Domestic Abuse
Hate Crime
Sexual Abuse, Rape and Violence
Conversion Therapy
Availability: National
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