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Empowering over 100,000 LGBTQ+ people a month with help, advice, and support to build a happier, healthier, stronger community.

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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 25/09/2026
Sex + drugs sometimes part of your life? You don’t have to call it chemsex. You don’t have to be having a problem. And you don’t have to want to stop. Our new Chemsex Support Hub has straightforward info, advice and support without the judgement. www.lgbthero.org.uk/chemsex
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 23/09/2026
Now hiring: Digital Content, Campaigns and Social Media Officer Make content that helps LGBTQ+ people find support, understand their rights, feel less alone and take action. Apply now: www.lgbthero.org.uk/jobs #lgbt #lgbtq #jobs
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 10/09/2026
This #worldsuicidepreventionday we want to get people talking. LGBTQ+ people are at higher risk because of stigma, discrimination, and silence. But suicide is preventable. Let’s make sure no one in our community ever feels alone. Visit www.lgbthero.org.uk/suicide
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 28/08/2026
For trans people, there are a few things worth knowing before an election is called. This can help make the voting process feel more straightforward and help make sure your voice is heard. Visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote to find out more.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 21/08/2026
Applying for a Voter Authority Certificate is one way to make sure you’re Election Ready. If you don’t have an accepted form of photo ID, you can apply for a Voter Authority Certificate for free. Visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote to find out more.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 20/08/2026
🏳️‍🌈 Proud Generations: LGBTQ+ lives then, now & tomorrow 🏳️‍⚧️ What would you say to your younger self? And what might your older self want you to know? We’re proud to already have LGBTQ+ people sharing their stories with Proud Generations. Visit www.lgbthero.org.uk/proud-generations
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 14/08/2026
Being Election Ready means making sure you have the right photo ID to vote. Before heading to your polling station, check that you have an accepted form of photo ID with you. If you don’t have the right ID, you may not be able to vote in person. Visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote to find out more.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 07/08/2026
Being 'Election Ready' means knowing all the ways you can cast your vote. If you can't make it to your polling station on election day, voting by proxy could be the right option for you. Don't wait until an election is announced. Be ready. Visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote to find out more.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 31/07/2026
Being 'Election Ready' starts with knowing the best way for you to cast your vote. For LGBTQ+ communities, our rights, representation and future are shaped by decisions made at every level of government. Every vote matters. Visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote to find out more.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 30/07/2026
No one should have to face life's challenges alone. LGBT HERO offer HangOuts, online spaces to meet new people, find peer support and much more. Find your next one at www.lgbthero.org.uk/hangouts Visit www.lgbtqhelp.org.uk to find out about other services LGBT HERO, elop and London Friend offer.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 26/07/2026
Being 'Election Ready' means knowing how to cast your vote when the time comes. From where you need to go, what you'll need to bring, to how the process works, being prepared helps make sure your voice is heard. Don't wait until an election is announced. Visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 17/07/2026
Being 'Election Ready', means that even if there's not and election today, there might be one soon. Making sure you're registered to vote is one small action that means your voice is ready to be heard when it counts. Visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote to find out more. #DontLoseYourVoice
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 09/07/2026
🗳️ Your voice matters at the ballot box... and beyond. LGBT HERO is working with the Electoral Commission to better understand the barriers LGBTQ+ people may face when voting. Your feedback will help shape LGBT HERO's future voting and elections information hubs. www.lgbthero.org.uk/votesurvey
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 08/07/2026
RVT Sports Day is back for 2026! Join us on August 31st 2026 from 1pm, for a day of fun, competition, camp, prizes and heated rivalries... all to raise money for LGBT HERO. Find out more: www.lgbthero.org.uk/sportsday
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 22/06/2026
We need your help with the LGBTQ+ community’s biggest ever survey about smoking and vaping! Whether you smoke, vape, used to, or have never tried smoking or vaping: your experiences matter and we want to hear from you. Take the survey here: www.lgbthero.org.uk/smokingsurvey-lgbtq
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 01/06/2026
Happy Pride Month from LGBT HERO 🏳️‍🌈 Throughout June, LGBT HERO will be sharing ways to get involved, connect with others and celebrate Pride. Keep an eye on our channels for upcoming events and activities. We're proud to stand with our community this Pride month and every month. #PrideMonth2026
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Ian Howley @ianhowley.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
I think right now whole we try and figure things out it's important that trans+ people feel seen and supported by our whole community #lgbtq
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 22/05/2026
Right now, it’s important that trans people and our wider LGBTQ+ community do not retreat into isolation or feel like you have to carry this on your own. Community matters now more than ever. Look after each other.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 01/05/2026
Today we’re launching the LGBTQ+ Voter Hub. It includes clear information on photo ID requirements and how voting works at polling stations with Trans, non-binary and younger LGBTQ+ people in mind. Find out more: www.lgbthero.org.uk/vote Funded by the @electoralcommission.org.uk #LGBTQ #VoterID
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 13/04/2026
Today London Friend and LGBT HERO launch a new report highlighting the concerns felt by LGBTQ+ people who engage in chemsex, and how it can impact the services and support they access. You can read the report in full here: londonfriend.org.uk/chemsexrepor...
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 20/02/2026
Join us for our very first Walking HangOut! When: 27th Feb Time: 1pm Location: Clapham Common Explore some of the area’s amazing green spaces, meet new people and get our daily steps in! Visit www.lgbthero.org.uk/walkinghangouts to reserve your spot
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Walking HangOuts | Walking with Pride in South West London
Walking HangOuts – Walking with Pride is a brand new social walking group for LGBTQ+ people in South West London.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 12/02/2026
🏳️‍⚧️ Introducing the Trans+ Sexual Wellbeing Workshops. 🏳️‍⚧️ We are launching a brand new workshop series for trans+ people in South London. This is about the whole picture: Sex. Relationships. Bodies. Boundaries. Hormones. Confidence. Mental health. Book for free: www.lgbthero.org.uk/transworkshops
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 01/12/2025
World AIDS Day is a day to remember those we have lost, celebrate how far we’ve come, and educate and dispel misinformation about HIV. We're asking you to challenge stigma and ignorance when you see it, tell others about U=U, and support people living with HIV. #WorldAIDSDay2025
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 21/11/2025
Have you ever needed support or tried to get support for drugs, alcohol or chemsex? LGBT HERO and London Friend wants to hear from you and find out about your experiences to help improve services for our community. To take the survey visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/chemsex-support-survey
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 20/11/2025
Transgender Day of Remembrance is the day that honours the memory of the trans+ people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence and suicide. Please hold your trans loved ones close and show your support and solidarity. For support, visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/trans-directory
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 13/11/2025
Today is the start of #TransAwarenessWeek and we want to celebrate your moments of trans joy! Comment below what you love most about being trans and spread the joy through the community! We are proud to support the trans and non-binary community. For support: www.lgbthero.org.uk/trans-directory
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 10/11/2025
Have you ever needed support or tried to get support for drugs, alcohol or chemsex? LGBT HERO and London Friend wants to hear from you and find out about your experiences to help improve services for our community. To take the survey visit: www.lgbthero.org.uk/chemsex-support-survey
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 29/10/2025
LGBTQ+ people are twice as likely to smoke compared to the general population. Fight the odds with the free Smoke Free app. 6 month access to the Smoke Free App includes: - 24/7 support - Free nicotine products or vape - Free if you live in London Get the app: www.stopsmokinglondon.com/lgbtq-week
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 28/10/2025
This Stop Smoking London LGBTQ+ Week, we are looking at the link between smoking and mental health. For ways to quit smoking and to get the free Smoke Free app, visit www.stopsmokinglondon.com/lgbtq-week Read the article: www.lgbthero.org.uk/smoking-and-...
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 27/10/2025
It's the very first Stop Smoking London LGBTQ+ Week, to highlight the realities of smoking in LGBTQ+ communities. The Smoke Free app gives you: ❤️ 6 months FREE access to the Smoke Free app 💜 24/7 support 💙 Free nicotine products or vapes Download the app: www.stopsmokinglondon.com/lgbtq-week
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 19/10/2025
Our survey is closing very soon - have your say on LGBTQ+ care. You can help shape care in Lambeth and beyond. Take the survey: www.lgbthero.org.uk/lgbtq-lambet...
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LGBTQ+ Home-based Social Care in Lambeth Survey
Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 16/10/2025
Help shape the future of LGBTQ+ care by taking our survey. It closes soon and your feedback is valuable. Take the survey here: www.lgbthero.org.uk/lgbtq-lambeth-care
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LGBTQ+ Home-based Social Care in Lambeth Survey
Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 11/10/2025
Coming out isn’t just a “one-time thing.” For many of us, we come out again… and again… and again as we move through life. New jobs, new friends, new communities - each time, there’s a little courage involved. #nationalComingOutDay
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 10/10/2025
Know anyone who may need support this #WorldMentalHealthDay? We have a special directory that can help. www.lgbthero.org.uk/mental-healt...
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Directory
Find help, advice and support services for your mental health and wellbeing.
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Ian Howley @ianhowley.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Wrote a piece on the resilience the LGBTQ+ community has in a crisis and how we must use that resilience if we want to see lasting change in our community's mental health and wellbeing @lgbthero.org.uk #WorldMentalHealthDay www.lgbthero.org.uk/finding-calm...
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Finding Calm in Chaos: How LGBTQ+ Communities Show Up for Each Other in Times of Crisis
When everything goes to pieces, queer people don’t wait around for permission to care – we just get on with it. In a world that often overlooks or outright marginalises us, the LGBTQ+ community has ho...
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 10/10/2025
In Finding Calm in Chaos we explore how LGBTQ+ communities build lifelines when the system fails — from midnight group chats to grassroots care, from exclusion in shelters to peer support that saves lives. By @ianhowley.bsky.social #WorldMentalHealthDay www.lgbthero.org.uk/finding-calm...
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Finding Calm in Chaos: How LGBTQ+ Communities Show Up for Each Other in Times of Crisis
When everything goes to pieces, queer people don’t wait around for permission to care – we just get on with it. In a world that often overlooks or outright marginalises us, the LGBTQ+ community has ho...
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 10/10/2025
This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re reminding ourselves of one thing... we already have the tools to build a happier, healthier community. We at LGBT HERO promise to keep fighting for better health, for equal rights and the opportunity for all LGBTQ+ people to have the chance for a happier life.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 10/08/2025
If you're based in Lambeth and LGBTQ+ have your say about home-based care, no matter your age. Take the survey and help improve and inform care. Anyone could need care at some point in future, which is why we want to hear from you now. Take the survey: www.lgbthero.org.uk/lgbtq-lambeth-care
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 09/08/2025
Stop Smoking London needs you for a new campaign! We need LGBTQ+ people who are former smokers to star in the new campaign and talk on camera about their journey to giving up smoking. Your story could help others to become smoke free. Find out more: www.lgbthero.org.uk/smokefree
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 08/08/2025
Have your say about home-based social care in Lambeth. The London Borough of Lambeth wants to hear the views, needs and experiences of LGBTQ+ residents. Anyone could need home-based care at some point in future, which is why they want to hear from you now. www.lgbthero.org.uk/lgbtq-lambeth-care
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 04/08/2025
THREE WEEKS TO GO till RVT & LGBT HERO Sports day. Let’s have a look back to last years tug of war event where the fabulous Bitten Peach won their round. Think you can do better? Enter your team at www.lgbthero.org.uk/sportsday #lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtqplus #lgbtq🌈 #vauxhall #sportsday
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 14/07/2025
It's Non-Binary Awareness Week. Non-binary people exist. Always have. Always will. But visibility isn’t enough, we need action. • When someone’s identity is questioned — speak up. • When a space excludes non-binary people — challenge it. • When a friend comes out — stand beside them.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 04/07/2025
If you are LGBTQ+ and aged 50+ then join us on Tuesday evening for our queer film night! Take part via Zoom from 6pm. Book your FREE ticket: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/50-hangout...
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50+ HangOuts - Queer Film Night
Join us to select, watch and discuss a short film about being Queer and older.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 03/07/2025
Trans+ HangOuts are finally BACK after a temporary hiatus! 🏳️‍⚧️ When: 10/07/2025 | 11am Where: Online via Zoom Price: FREE Tickets: www.lgbthero.org.uk/Event/transplus-relaunch Join us on 10th July at 11am to find out more about Trans+ HangOuts, discuss what you want from the sessions in the future!
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 01/07/2025
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 01/07/2025
TONIGHT! Join South Asian HangOuts for our queer film night where we’ll be watching and discussing short film ‘Too Desi Too Queer’. Get your free ticket: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-asia...
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South Asian HangOuts - Queer Film Night
Join us to select, watch and discuss a free short film from Too Desi Too Queer on BFI Player.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 27/06/2025
Back for 2025... the RVT Sports Day! Join us on August 25th 2025 from 1pm, for a day of fun, competition and high camp, all to raise money for LGBT HERO. Find out more: www.lgbthero.org.uk/sportsday
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 25/06/2025
Join us this Sunday evening for our Pride at Night walking tour! Uncover stories of fascinating people and places that have shaped London's queer community through the years. Tickets: £13 (excl fees) Time: 6pm Location: Bankside, London www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgbt-hero-...
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LGBT HERO Pride at Night
A unique walking tour exploring LGBTQ+ life and history in Bankside.
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LGBT HERO @lgbthero.org.uk · 21/06/2025
We're helping LGBTQ+ people understand their civic and democratic rights and how to use them. The #DontLoseYourVote hub can tell you how to: 🏳️‍🌈Contact your MP 🏳️‍🌈Get active in local democracy 🏳️‍🌈Find your MP’s voting record For detailed, reliable info visit www.lgbthero.org.uk/DontLoseYour...
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Don't Lose Your Voice - LGBTQ+ democracy hub
Local and National Democracy YOUR DEMOCRATIC RIGHTS | CONTACING YOUR MP | FIND YOUR MP'S VOTING RECORD |  HOW TO START A PETITION | UNDERSTANDING PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS | THE VOTING PROCESS | ...
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Sports Media LGBT+ @sportsmedialgbt.com · 06/06/2025
🗣️ "Being able to make this contribution to the Trans community via these amazing charities is one of many ways that we, as a club, say with our whole chest that #TransRightsAreHumanRights" - @olliebegood.bsky.social 🙌 Read more on our website 2/2 #LGBTQfootball @lgbthero.org.uk #TransPeopleBelong
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Trans charity 'so grateful' to benefit from LGBTQ football club's fundraiser
Not A Phase among organisations supported by London Titans FC's 'Transcend Limits' campaign, which raised nearly £10,000 in eight months; "we will always stand with Trans people," says Titans' Ollie J...
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