Sheffield Gay and Bisexual Social and Support GroupsOn this page, we list some of the support and social networks for gay and bisexual men that are based in Sheffield. Our directory of services and groups ‘Looking for an Alternative’ can be downloaded in pdf format by clicking here Support Groups and Networks SHOUT! An alternative space for gay and bisexual men.
Offers:- - One-to-one support
- Safe and informal space
- Information
- Advice on gay men's health
- Free condoms and lube
- Meeting space
- Newsletter
- Website
The Circle Building, Rockingham Lane, Sheffield S1 4FW Open Thursdays: 6.30pm – 9.30pm
click here for map of venue e-mail:
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website: www.shoutinsheffield.co.uk
Tel: 0114 253 6767 or 0114 226 1900 INDIGO Information and support service for lesbian, gay and bisexual people from a black and minority ethnic background
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website: www.myspace.com/indigosheffield Tel: 07974 199230 or 0114 2261900 THE FRUITBOWL Youth group, support and information service for lesbian, gay and bisexual and transgender young people of secondary school age who live in Sheffield.
Offers: - One-to-one support
- Safe alternative space
- Information
- Sexual health advice
- Telephone line
- Website
- Resources
- Meeting point
- Trips out and residentials
Group meets every Fri 5pm – 7pm Tel or text 07974 825318 for details e-mail:
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website: www.sheffieldfruitbowl.org.uk GLOBALGLOBAL stands for Gay, Lesbian & Others Becoming Active Leaders, it’s a young people’s action group for ages 13 – 21 (or up to 25 for young people who need extra support) The group is coordinated by CHILYPEP (Children and Young People’s Empowerment project) Offers: - Accredited training
- Youth forum /council
- Mentoring
- Support
- Information
- Safe alternative space
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Tel: 0114 2403447 / 07896605198 SHEFFIELD UNIVERSITY LGBT EXECUTIVE Support information and social facilities for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people – aimed primarily at the student population
Offers: - One-to-one support
- Information and advice
- Social facilities
- Campaigns
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website: www.lgb.union.shef.ac.uk SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY LGBT SOCIETY Support information and social facilities for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people – aimed primarily at the student population
Offers: - One-to-one support
- Information and advice
- Social facilities
- Campaigns
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Tel: 0114 225 4129 CENTRE FOR HIV AND SEXUAL HEALTH
GAY MEN’S WORKERS Gay and bisexual men’s sexual health promotion team offers a range of services to men in Sheffield.
Offers: - One-to-one support
- Information and advice
- Resources and campaigns
- Free condoms/ lube
- Postal condom distribution service
- Web based information and resources
- Training and events
- Reaching out – gay and bisexual men’s
outreach workers
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website: www.sexualhealthsheffield.nhs.uk Tel: 0114 226 1900 HIV+ GAY AND BISEXUAL MEN'S GROUPA safe and confidential space for men to network, chat, share and get support from each other on all aspects of being a gay or bisexual man living with HIV. The group meets once a month between 6pm and 9pm. For information about the group and details of meeting location etc. contact the Centre for HIV & Sexual Health. Tel: 0114 226 1900 e-mail:
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SHIELD Sheffield and South Yorkshire HIV support group
Provides services for people infected and affected by HIV and AIDS. e-mail:
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website: www.shield.org.uk Tel: 0114 278 7916 Sheffield Hepatitis C Support GroupOffering information and advice, peer support, a relaxed atmosphere. The group meets every alternate Wednesday at SHIELD. For more information contact Thea at the Forge Centre on tel: 0114 226 1142 The NHS Sheffield Staff Group Are you lesbian, gay or bisexual and work for NHS Sheffield?Then join the NHS Sheffield Staff Group The group aims to provide a meeting space for LGB staff to: Offer support and information by identifying and discussing issues which affect LGB workers in a safe and confidential environment. Identify and raise NHS Sheffield’s awareness of issues that may affect LGB workers. Encourage and support the personal and professional development of LGB workers within NHS Sheffield. Contribute to the development of organisational policies and practices by commenting on the impact of proposals on LGB staff and service users. Meet other LGB staff working for NHS Sheffield
For information about the group and details of meetings, contact: e-mail:
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Social NetworksOUTALOUD Sheffield’s gay choir
Enables member of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities to come together and enjoy singing. Meets every Weds – 7.15pm – 9pm e-mail:
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website: www.outaloud.org.uk SHEFFIELD BISEXUAL GROUP Informal social group for bisexual people and those with a positive interest in bisexuality. Meetings and social events are arranged by group members through an e-mail list. website: http://www.bi-weekly.org.uk GAY OUTDOORS CLUB (GOC) Operates throughout the UK and provides a wide range of outdoor and indoor sports and recreational activities for gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans men and women.
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website: www.goc.org.uk local transpenine group arranges walks most Sundays & 1st Sat of each month e-mail:
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YORKSHIRE TERRIERS Gay and lesbian football team based in Yorkshire
Team meets every Sun in Leeds e-mail:
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website: www.terriersfc.org SHEFFIELD PRIDE COMMITTEE Organising group of Sheffield Pride 2009
Provides volunteering opportunities to help organise and support Pride events in Sheffield e-mail:
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website: www.sheffieldpride.org.uk GFSY (Gay Friends South Yorkshire)This group is primarily aimed at gay and bisexual men who may be looking for an alternative from the scene to meet other men for a chat/social events and activities such as going out for food, cinema or theatre trips and other activities. e-mail:
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Sheffield Gay SceneRegularly updated website detailing services, events, social groups and venues for lesbian, gay and bisexual people in Sheffield www.sheffieldgayscene.co.uk Sheffield Gay Christian Support GroupA safe space and social/support group for those who are gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender and Christian. The group meets twice per month for socials, speakers, discussions, bible study and prayer e-mail:
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Sheffield Out Of OfficeA networking forum created by and for LGBT professionals in Sheffield. By signing up to the e-mailing list, members will receive regular newsletters and updates on events in Sheffield www.sheffield-outofoffice.co.uk
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