LGBT Helpline
The LGBT Helpline is a non-judgmental and confidential service. It provides listening, support and information for LGBTI+ people and their family and friends. They also provide support for those questioning if they might be LGBTI+. In addition, they promote instant support messaging and peer support groups around the country.
Phone: 1800 929 539
Out of Hours: Freephone the Samaritans on 116 123 (24/7 – 365 days)
BeLonGTo
BeLonGTo Youth Services has a variety of supports and information for young LGBTI+ people and their parents.
Supporting the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People with Jigsaw - Belong To - LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland training is in partnership with Jigsaw. This training Programme provides participants with a greater understanding of LGBTQ+ identities and raises awareness about the specific challenges facing this cohort, including discrimination, homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. The training is for adults who work or volunteer with young people in their community, and organisations and agencies that provide youth services. This training consists of an online self-directed course, followed by a facilitated 3-hour online training session.
BelongTo also provide several other e-learning programmes Training - Belong To - LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland
TENI
Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI) has information and support for trans people.
Intersex community support
What does it mean to be Intersex? – (spunout)
GBSMS
MPOWER supports gay and bisexual men in Ireland
Man2Man provides HIV and Sexual Health information for gay and bisexual men, other men who have sex with men and the trans community.
Pieta Free Counselling Service for LGBTQ+ young people
Working with Pieta, Belongto are providing a free crisis counselling service for LGBTQ+ young people aged 14-23 who are self-harming or thinking of suicide.
Phone: 0818111126
Email: belongto@pieta.ie
