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The Barnardo’s Wellness Recovery Project offers free, person-centred 1-2-1 counselling for women and children (including families) across Northumbria who have been victims of, and witnessed, domestic abuse. The project is based in Jesmond at the Barnardo’s Orchard Mosaic offices but we also offer outreach support in schools and the local community where appropriate.
Referrals for counselling can be made by any professionals and self-referrals are also accepted.
The Sanctum service consists of safe accommodation for men and women who have experienced domestic abuse and who cannot access mainstream services of refuge for multiple reasons (e.g. if they have drug or alcohol issues, pets, older children etc). Service users are supported short-term for 3-6 months, during which they are provided with a safe hours, emotional support, signposting to long-term specialist services and support to help move them on safely and securely into their own long-term tenancy.
A therapeutic service which aims to reduce the impact of abusive or traumatic experiences on children, young people and families. The Wellness Recovery Project delivers 1-2-1 counselling and therapeutic support for women, children and young people who have been witness to and victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence, or who may have suffered from bereavement and loss.
Safe for Life Course beginning 17 April 2024 12.30pm-2.30pm @ West End Women and Girls Centre, crèche spaces are available for children.
A referral can be made for anyone who identifies as a woman who has experienced Domestic Abuse.
10 week course that covers-
This is for parents and children affected by domestic abuse in Newcastle-upon Tyne
Puppet express is a trauma-informed therapeutic puppetry and play experience aimed at younger children (4-7 years). Puppet play allows participants the chance to externalise their experiences, feelings or dilemmas within the context of safe, warm relationships. 21 Feb, 22 Feb, 23 Feb, 24 Feb 1-4pm
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Curious Youth Arts Group was established to create a safe space where LGBTQIA+ and/or gender non-conforming young people aged 11-15 year old feel supported and comfortable to connect with one another whilst exploring their creativity.
The group is the perfect place to meet new friends, try out new art forms with guest artists and take part in fun creative activities!
Guided by Group Leader, Zoe Murtagh, we meet once a month to catch-up with each other, whilst taking part in fun creative activities and be inspired by exploring different art-forms with guest artists!
Support group for Non Binary and Trans Youths
Weekly workshops on Tuesdays 5.30 to 7.30pm at Dance City, Newcastle.
A new group for LGBTQIA+ musicians and aspiring producers Aged 12 - 18 years.
Meet fellow music fans, have jam sessions, develop your songwriting, work with professional musicians, learn more about the music industry, put on gigs and choose the line up for events and festivals.
Visit https://curiousarts.org.uk/ to sign up.
Established in 2006 to encourage gay people to play and enjoy the sport of rugby. Based at Percy Park RFC, Preston Avenue, North Shields, Tyne and Wear NE30 2BE
An LGBT+ football club that anyone can play for regardless of gender, sexuality or prior experience with football or sport. Everyone is welcome.
NUCASTLE training complex, Diana Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne.
An inclusive church founded by LGBT people in the North East of England. MCC stands for 'Metropolitan Community Church'. Part of an international Christian denomination, founded in, and reaching beyond the LGBT communities.
LGBTQ+ support group run by and for LGBTQ+ Catholics in the North East.
Meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at St Andrew's RC Church, Worswick St.
Varied programme, which includes mass, prayer, Bible study, discussion and social time. It is also possible to connect through Zoom. For more details contact Isabel.
LGBTQ+ and allies meeting for people who are Christian or exploring faith.
St Nicholas’ Cathedral from 6pm one Saturday a month then to a local bar for social time.
This group meets bi-weekly, to share experiences, make friends and have fun. There are two groups: one for 13-18 s and a group for 19-25s.
'All Under One Roof' has been running consistently for 20 years in south east Northumberland. We promise a warm welcome, a safe space to be your best queer self and great support (if you want it.)
Groups meet at the Oval, Roslin Park, Bedlington Station or online.
Trinity Youth also run further LGBT+ services, see website for details.
An LGBTQ+ arts group for 14-21 year olds who are creative.
Opportunity to create music, visual art, writing and performances.
The Customs House, South Shields on Wednesdays 6-8pm.
Contact for more information
A social group for gay/bi men, meets 3rd Friday of the month in the Eagle Bar, Newcastle
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First Saturday of the month, 2 – 5pm. Meets upstairs at Prohibition Cabaret Bar, 25 Pink Lane. Newcastle. NE1 5DW
An inclusive LGBTQ+ cycling group in the North east of England.
We define the North East to include the following counties: County Durham, Northumberland and Tyne & Wear.
We genuinely hope this group will allow you to build confidence, make new social connections and improve your physical & mental health through cycling, either alone or with other group members.
A national organisation with regional groups, as well as specialist groups covering interests such as caving, cycling, swimming etc. As well as day walks many weekends away are organised in different parts of the country and abroad.
A friendly group of gay, bisexual and trans guys who get together to enjoy hiking, climbing, walking, running, cycling and water activities.
Volunteers run events all over the UK including the north east.
An online community group specifically for the LGBT+ community and allies. Hosts 'THE HUB' live on Pride Radio FM 89.2 and DAB.
Parkinson's UK LGBTQI+ support network/group for information, support and more. An online meeting.
Please see website for more details.
A variety of social groups open to LGBTQ+ people aged 50+ including a Transgender Group, first and third Wednesday of each month, 7pm to 9pm.
A safe space for anyone to discuss anything, including sexuality, gender identity, sexual health and emotional wellbeing.