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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 13h

An archive of Switchboard's rich history is kept safe at Bishopsgate Institute. This includes our physical log books, which track the many varied conversations between Switchboard volunteers and service users.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Event places are now sold out, but you can still get your spot through Switchboard. You can register via our events hub by following the link in our bio! #ManchesterMarathon #Running #Runner #RunningMotivation #rRunningCommunity

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Silver Pride UK supports members of the LGBTQIA+ community who are over the age of 50, aiming to promote connection and inclusion by providing a space for older LGBTQIA+ people to celebrate their identities and experiences.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Just got back to uni and thinking of joining a society or club? Why not suggest Switchboard for a seasonal fundraising event? From 24-hour gaming streams to sports matches, we can provide digital and physical materials to help your group event be a smash hit!

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Everyone deserves to live a fulfilling life, regardless of their sexuality or gender identity. Our thoughts go out to our LGBTQIA+ siblings in Turkey.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Bi visibility matters. Bisexual people make up the largest part of the LGBTQIA+ community. They deserve to feel seen, heard, and celebrated. Switchboard is by the LGBTQIA+ community, for the LGBTQIA+ community. We are here, 365 days a year, offering support from 10am to 10pm.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Switchboard is for the allies too. Are you looking to increase your understanding and support of the LGBTQIA+ community, but are not too sure where to begin? Reach out to us, free of charge, where an LGBTQIA+ volunteer will be more than happy to support you without judgement.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Some conversations are difficult. They still matter. Everyone deserves a space where they can talk openly, without judgement or having to pretend they're okay. Whatever is on your mind, our trained LGBTQIA+ volunteers are on hand from 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who visited us on our 2026 Pride tour! 🌈💖 It's been an absolute blast, and we cannot wait for Pride season to roll back around again. But please remember that Switchboard is here for you, every single day of the year.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Expect pure vibrancy as the borough comes alive for a weekend of celebration. Register now via the 'featured events' on our events hub, via the link in our bio! #HackneyHalf #Hackney #Running #HalfMarathon #PB

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Sexual health is part of your wellbeing. Whatever your gender, sexuality, or relationship type, Switchboard is here for every body and every question. 📱: 0800 0119 100 💬: www.switchboard.lgbt 📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Now more than ever, the LGBTQIA+ community needs our allies to step up to the mark. Interested in becoming a better ally to our community? Want to check if you’re using the correct language, or looking for clarification on the latest news?

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We know that the latest news about the Welsh Gender Service may be upsetting, frustrating or create uncertainty for trans people and anyone affected by these developments. We want you to know that Switchboard is here to listen. 📱: 0800 0119 100 💬: switchboard.lgbt 📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Have you checked out our online merch store? We have a variety of stock available, from limited-edition £5 patches in collaboration with Wicked The Musical to £20 high-quality posters, so you can take home a piece of Switchboard history! Shop via the link in our bio today. #LGBT #Charity #ShopSmall

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

M4 is a flexible marathon challenge for anyone who finds traditional marathon training inaccessible, whether that's because of long working hours, isolation, or an unpredictable schedule. You can run, walk or hike your 26.2 miles across the whole of October, in any combination that works for you.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Are you a business that wants to show your support for the trans+ community, make it clear that your venue is a safe space, or simply like to help others? Complete our online marketing materials request form to order your free resources from Switchboard today.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Are You Subscribed to Our Newsletter? Our community is stronger when we show up for each other. Sign up for updates from Switchboard, including stories from our community and news about our work. Follow the link in our bio or visit our website at: switchboard.lgbt.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Over the past few weeks, we've made even more stops on our #Pride tour this year, and it's been wonderful to meet so many of you face-to-face. With more Prides on the way, be sure to pop by our stalls to meet our wonderful volunteers, learn more about our service, and grab yourselves some freebies!

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Switchboard is the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ Support Line. Available 365 days a year, 10am to 10pm. Our support is anonymous and confidential. 📱: 0800 0119 100 💬: switchboard.lgbt 📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We understand that today will be difficult for members of the Trans+ community and their loved ones as a result of the EHRC Code of Practice becoming law. Our service is free, confidential, and available to all. From 10am to 10pm, you are welcome to contact us on phone, chat, or email.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

You don’t have to be LGBTQIA+ to contact us, but all of our volunteers are members of the community. They know firsthand what it means to be LGBTQIA+ in the UK, and they’re here to support you anonymously, confidentially, and free of charge. 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

We’re Switchboard, the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line, and we’ve been helping members of our community (and their loved ones) for over 50 years! Why not reach out to us today, from 10am to 10pm, to speak about whatever's on your mind? 📱: 0800 0119 100 💬: switchboard.lgbt 📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

On Saturday the 21st of November, the World AIDS Day RED RUN returns to Victoria Park. #MoreThanARun, this is an opportunity to celebrate progress, honour those lives lost, and take action. Sign up to run/walk on behalf of Switchboard via the link in our bio, and make a difference today.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Please share this post with someone who may need us! Whether it’s today, tomorrow, or in a few years. 📱: 0800 0119 100 💬: switchboard.lgbt 📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Pride season is well underway, and our volunteers have loved meeting you up and down the country to share information about our service and treat you to freebies! We've got a few more stops on our Pride tour this weekend, including: Belfast Liverpool Newcastle Norwich Nottingham London Trans+ Pride

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Feeling Wicked? We've partnered with the wonderful team over at Wicked the Musical with this celebratory patch. All profits support Switchboard, so why not do something for good and dance through life with this popular limited-edition patch? Available on our online store via the link in our bio!

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Have we visited a Pride near you? So far, we've attended Pride events in the following locations, with lots more on the horizon: Birmingham Canterbury Oxford Cambridge Cymru Edinburgh Bristol Glasgow Leeds, and more!

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Calling all runners! We have some amazing opportunities for you to help raise some money for Switchboard. Please check out the link in our bio for more information and to get yourself signed up today!

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Thank you so much to the team at Ugg for hosting Switchboard this morning at their flagship store in Knightsbridge. Your support means that our team of wonderful volunteers can continue to be there for anyone who needs us.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

We’re honoured to be partnering with UGG for their Pride celebration on Thursday, 9th July at their flagship Knightsbridge Store. Join us from 9am for a talk about Switchboard’s rich history, followed by a live window drawing from Luke Embden.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

We are thrilled that our wonderful CEO, Stephanie, is featured on The Guardian's Pride Power List 2026 in Association with Stonewall. Switchboard is the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ Support Line. Available 365 days a year, 10am to 10pm. Our support is anonymous and confidential.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Today marks the start of Disability Pride Month, which aims to spark conversations about disabled identities, inclusion, and rights. Whether your disability is physical or hidden, we hope you find the time to connect with your community this month.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Switchboard, the national LGBTQIA+ support line, has published its annual "Listen Up! Report," providing key insights into the LGBTQIA+ community based on over 17,000 conversations in 2025. For more information and to download a copy of the report, please visit our website.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Do you feel you have to Tip Toe? We’re here to listen. Switchboard is the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ Support Line. Available 365 days a year, 10am to 10pm. Our support is anonymous and confidential. 📱: 0800 0119 100 💬: switchboard.lgbt 📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt #TieTop #Channel4

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Today marks the tenth anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub Shooting. If you would like to speak to someone from the LGBTQIA+ community on this particular day, or any day of the year, we are here for you. Switchboard is the UK’s free, anonymous, and confidential LGBTQIA+ support service.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Switchboard is proud to be partnering with @mrfoggsgb, @cahootslondon, @controlroomb, Barts, and @wearebunga90 bars this #Pride season. £1 from every bill over £25, across all 13 venues, will be donated to Switchboard to help us continue supporting the UK’s LGBTQIA+ community.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

When communicating with service users, our listening volunteers may realise that certain references suggest a safeguarding concern is at play. We have a duty and responsibility to keep service users safe wherever possible.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Our wonderful team of volunteers cannot wait to see you on the road this Pride season. As always, our support will be available from 10am to 10pm every day, and we're here for whatever may be on your mind - no matter how big or small; every conversation counts.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who's fundraised for us this month; you are amazing, and we couldn't do the work we do without you. If you're inspired by these superstars, why not take part in an upcoming event to help raise money for Switchboard?

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Pride season begins this weekend. We cannot wait to see you at Birmingham Pride and beyond! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Tag your local Pride in the comments below to help spread the word about Switchboard, the UK's free LGBTQIA+ Support Line. #HappyPride

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

You’re not alone. Our trained LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to listen to any concerns you may have as a result of the revised EHRC guidance being laid before parliament. We’ve supported the community through trials and tribulations for over 50 years, and we’re here for you today.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

We cannot wait to see you all at @MCMComicCon this weekend. Come say hi to us at Booth N1940! 👋🧡 We’ll be at Comic Con all weekend with information, freebies, and a selection of merch! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #ComicCon #LGBTQIA

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

We have a limited stock of 'Queerphoria' available on our site, ready to ship now, more than a month ahead of the anthology’s official publication date!

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Today is #IDAHOBIT 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Also known as the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia, which is celebrated annually on the 17th of May. It is a global initiative that aims to raise awareness about discrimination, violence, and the challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

We hope you enjoyed the glimpse into Switchboard’s rich history on BBC One’s @therepairshoptv last night! In the final instalment of our mini interview series, Lisa Power reflects on the significance of getting Switchboard's first-ever Log Book repaired. #TheLogBooks #Switchboard #LGBTHistory

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We sat down with Lisa Power ahead of her appearance on a very special BBC TV show about restoration and repairs… In this moving snippet, Lisa reflects on the importance of learning from our past. #LGBTHistory #TransHistoryWeek #UKHistory

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Queer activist, Switchboard volunteer, and all-around icon, Lisa Power, visits Switchboard HQ to reflect on our amazing history and the importance of volunteering for an LGBTQIA+ charity in 2026. #LGBTHistory #TransHistoryWeek #LGBTQIA #Charity #Volunteering

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Trans+ History Week invites us all to reflect on, learn about, and celebrate the history of transgender, non-binary, and intersex people. If you have any questions relating to gender, this week or at any point in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out to our free and anonymous support line.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

We are devastated to hear about the fire that took place at the LGBTQ+ nightclub, Pink Punters, in Milton Keynes yesterday morning. If you are affected by this traumatic event, please reach out to Switchboard for free, confidential support whenever you may need it.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Happy Lesbian Visibility Week to all who celebrate! This week, and every week of the year, Switchboard is here to support the UK’s sapphic community, free of charge. Whether it’s relationship troubles, mental health concerns, or finding the confidence to come out, we’re here for you.

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