Thrive: Support for LGBTQ+ students

The student LGBTQ+ community can be under-represented and may be at risk of experiencing higher than average mental health difficulties at university. We would encourage you to join communities within MDXSU, take good care of your mental health by engaging proactively in self-care, and reaching out to us if you need support with your health at any time during university. 

You might also find these resources useful:

• Switchboard LGBT+ helpline provide an information, support and referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity. 
• Stonewall have information, resources and campaigns for the LGBT community and beyond.
• Mind Out is run by mind, it is an online one on one support for LGBTQI+ people who are experiencing mental health difficulties.
• Student Pride run annual, national events for LGBTQ+ students across the country with fantastic guest speakers and panel discussions.
• The Proud Trust provide support to young people aged 14-25 who are LGBT across the North West through youth groups and 1-2-1 support, and have a number of free online guides, as well as research.
• ​​The PACE RaRE Project report looks at factors that contribute to young LGBTQ+ people having difficulties with their mental health.