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50 YEARS

Supporting the health and wellbeing of our city’s LGBTQ+ community since 1972, click below for everything you need to know about our half-century celebrations

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LONDON FRIEND

Welcome to the LGBT Mental Health & Wellbeing Charity

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SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUPS

We are back in person (as well as continuing our online sessions)!

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TRANS RIGHTS

We're proud to have signed this joint statement and stand in solidarity with our trans colleagues, supporters and trans people who use our services.

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PINK INK

A creative writing group open to all LGBT people. There is no need to book, just come along. Second and fourth Thursday of every month from 7pm to 9pm.

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COUNSELLING

Refer yourself to our 12 weeks counselling service.

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ANTIDOTE

If you have questions or concern regarding your drug, alcohol or chemsex use, come to one of our drop-ins.

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ENGLISH CLASSES

Join our Conversational English class, all levels welcome.

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T-TUESDAY

T-Tuesday is our social support group for trans and non-binary people or anyone questioning their gender.

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VOLUNTEERING

Have you thought about volunteering in the LGBT community? Apply to be a volunteer at London Friend.

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ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

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"I am the happiest I remember being in a long time thanks to London Friend."

"Antidote gave me structure, focus and support."

"What I really like about LF is its dedication to helping older LGBT people."

"London Friend offers so much to the LGBT community in a way that differs from other organisations."

"Everyone I have met there so far has been very welcoming, helpful and empathetic."

"We need a space to be open whether gay, lesbian, bi or trans. Friend's social and sharing groups give me that chance."

"Volunteering at London Friend allows me to do lots of things."

"If it weren't for Antidote I know that I would either be dead or in prison."

"London Friend creates a very friendly and equal environment for all LGBT people."

"London Friend are not afraid to really stand up and fight for the well-being of our community."

"The groups at London Friend are great" Interesting informative and fun."

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London Friend ·
@lgbtfriend

Our thoughts are with the victims, families and friends of all those affected by this evil attack and devastating loss 💔

Sending love and solidarity to the LGBTQ+ community in Norway and @OsloPride on this sad day 🇳🇴🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ https://t.co/LJzsh49mZO https://t.co/1Rx7O7Rxuc

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Stonewall@stonewalluk
Our thoughts and solidarity with the victims of this evil attack and the LGBTQI+ community in Norway in the dark days ahead.

This is no time for complacency. Hate is on the rise and looms over our communities. We need political leadership to root it out. https://t.co/n6bIEx2gX5

London Friend ·
@lgbtfriend

Join our LBT women's social TOMORROW for a session of making signs to be carried by our wonderful staff and volunteers in this year's London Pride Parade!

No sign up required!

#socialgroup #community #crafternoon #lgbtq #mentalhealth #pride #londonpride2022 https://t.co/aDOHuJiz4S

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London Friend ·
@lgbtfriend

Thanks, @IslingtonLHC for sharing this fab #archive footage of @lgbtfriend at #Pride 2007💜

We're proud to commemorate #LondonFrend50 in 2022, the same year that marks 50 years since the very first Pride March in the UK in 1972.

🏳️‍🌈Thrilled to join the celebrations on 2nd July🏳️‍⚧️ https://t.co/97kL2dDOnQ

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Islington Local History Centre@IslingtonLHC
London Friend is celebrating their 50th anniversary this year, here's a few photos of @lgbtfriend at Pride in 2007.

#Pride #PrideMonth #Pride2022 https://t.co/MUqrMXlBwL

PLEASE NOTE: We gradually are introducing our groups back in-person and so some will run a mixture of online and in-person sessions. Find out ore information here.

	June 2022
Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
		1 Conversation English Classes (in-person) Conversation English Classes (in-person) 1st June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN LGBT group for people who want to improve their spoken English. See more details •	2 SPRING BANK HOLIDAY SPRING BANK HOLIDAY 2nd June 2022 See more details •	3 QUEENS JUBILEE BANK HOLIDAY QUEENS JUBILEE BANK HOLIDAY 3rd June 2022 See more details •	4	5
6	7 T-Tuesday (online) T-Tuesday (online) 7th June 2022 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Zoom Group for all trans people and people exploring their gender. See more details •	8 Conversation English Classes (in-person) Conversation English Classes (in-person) 8th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN LGBT group for people who want to improve their spoken English. See more details Opening Doors London (in-person) Opening Doors London (in-person) 8th June 2022 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Social group for Older LGBTQ+ people. See more details Turning Point (in-person) Turning Point (in-person) 8th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Coming out group for gay and bisexual men. People showing up 30 minutes after start of the group, might not be able to attend. See more details • • •	9 Antidote Drop-In (online) Antidote Drop-In (online) 9th June 2022 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Zoom LGBT drug and alcohol support drop-in. The service offers walk-in assessments, auricular acupuncture and one-to-one support. See more details Mattrix (online) Mattrix (online) 9th June 2022 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Zoom Social group for gay and bisexual men. People showing up 30 minutes after start of the group, might not be able to attend. See more details Pink Ink (in-person) Pink Ink (in-person) 9th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Creative writing group for all LGBT. See more details • • •	10 LGBTQ+ Drop-In Café (in-person) LGBTQ+ Drop-In Café (in-person) 10th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Drop in for a cup of tea! All LGBT people welcome, all ages welcome. See more details Stonewall Housing Stonewall Housing 10th June 2022 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 86 Caledonian Road LGBT housing advice drop-in See more details • •	11 LBT Women's Social (in-person) LBT Women's Social (in-person) 11th June 2022 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm The social activities are open to all LBT women plus non-binary people who have an identity within a community that centres on women. Location might vary, please check with the office. See more details •	12 Beaumont Society (in-person) Beaumont Society (in-person) 12th June 2022 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN A meeting of The Beaumont Society. (external group: please contact The Beaumont Society for further information: www.beaumontsociety.org.uk) See more details •
13 Antidote Drop-In (in-person) Antidote Drop-In (in-person) 13th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Zoom LGBT drug and alcohol support drop-in. The service offers walk-in assessments, auricular acupuncture and one-to-one support. See more details Changes (in-person) Changes (in-person) 13th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road Social and support group for lesbian/bisexual women. See more details • •	14 T-Tuesday (in-person) T-Tuesday (in-person) 14th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Rd, London N1 9DN Group for all trans people and people exploring their gender. See more details •	15 Conversation English Classes (in-person) Conversation English Classes (in-person) 15th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN LGBT group for people who want to improve their spoken English. See more details Turning Point (online) Turning Point (online) 15th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zoom Coming out group for gay and bisexual men. People showing up 30 minutes after start of the group, might not be able to attend. See more details • •	16 Antidote Drop-In (online) Antidote Drop-In (online) 16th June 2022 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Zoom LGBT drug and alcohol support drop-in. The service offers walk-in assessments, auricular acupuncture and one-to-one support. See more details Mattrix (in-person) Mattrix (in-person) 16th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Social group for gay and bisexual men. People showing up 30 minutes after start of the group, might not be able to attend. See more details • •	17 LGBTQ+ Drop-In Café (in-person) LGBTQ+ Drop-In Café (in-person) 17th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Drop in for a cup of tea! All LGBT people welcome, all ages welcome. See more details Stonewall Housing Stonewall Housing 17th June 2022 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 86 Caledonian Road LGBT housing advice drop-in See more details • •	18 Atypiqueers Atypiqueers 18th June 2022 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm The group provides a confidential and safe space for LGBTIA+ people on the Autism/Neurodiversity Spectrum. We welcome anyone with a formal or self diagnosis of Autism/Aspergers/AD(H)D. See more details •	19
20 Antidote Drop-In (in-person) Antidote Drop-In (in-person) 20th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Zoom LGBT drug and alcohol support drop-in. The service offers walk-in assessments, auricular acupuncture and one-to-one support. See more details •	21 T-Tuesday (online) T-Tuesday (online) 21st June 2022 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Zoom Group for all trans people and people exploring their gender. See more details •	22 Opening Doors London (in-person) Opening Doors London (in-person) 22nd June 2022 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Social group for Older LGBTQ+ people. See more details Turning Point (in-person) Turning Point (in-person) 22nd June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Coming out group for gay and bisexual men. People showing up 30 minutes after start of the group, might not be able to attend. See more details • •	23 Antidote Drop-In (online) Antidote Drop-In (online) 23rd June 2022 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Zoom LGBT drug and alcohol support drop-in. The service offers walk-in assessments, auricular acupuncture and one-to-one support. See more details Mattrix (online) Mattrix (online) 23rd June 2022 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Zoom Social group for gay and bisexual men. People showing up 30 minutes after start of the group, might not be able to attend. See more details • •	24 LGBTQ+ Drop-In Café (in-person) LGBTQ+ Drop-In Café (in-person) 24th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Drop in for a cup of tea! All LGBT people welcome, all ages welcome. See more details Kenric Kenric 24th June 2022 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Uniting Lesbians Nationwide (external group: please check details at www.kenriclesbians.org.uk) See more details • •	25 LBT Women's Social (in-person) LBT Women's Social (in-person) 25th June 2022 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 86 Caledonian Rd, London N1 9DN, UK The social activities are open to all LBT women plus non-binary people who have an identity within a community that centres on women. Location might vary, please check with the office. See more details •	26
27 Antidote Drop-In (in-person) Antidote Drop-In (in-person) 27th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Zoom LGBT drug and alcohol support drop-in. The service offers walk-in assessments, auricular acupuncture and one-to-one support. See more details CLASH sexual health screening CLASH sexual health screening 27th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road NHS free sexual health screening during Mondays Drop in on the 4th Monday of each month. This is only forclients currently being supported around their substance use. No appt needed, just attend during our opening hours. See more details Changes (in-person) Changes (in-person) 27th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN Social and support group for lesbian/bisexual women. See more details • • •	28 T-Tuesday (in-person) T-Tuesday (in-person) 28th June 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 86 Caledonian Rd, London N1 9DN, UK Group for all trans people and people exploring their gender. See more details •	29 Conversation English Classes (in-person) Conversation English Classes (in-person) 29th June 2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN LGBT group for people who want to improve their spoken English. See more details •	30 Antidote Drop-In (online) Antidote Drop-In (online) 30th June 2022 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Zoom LGBT drug and alcohol support drop-in. The service offers walk-in assessments, auricular acupuncture and one-to-one support. See more details •

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NEWS

Volunteers Week 2022

London Friend has been shortlisted for Charity of the Year in The Bank of London Rainbow Honours 2022

Joint Statement about the conversion therapy ban and Government’s LGBT conference.

Social Support Groups

PLEASE NOTE: We gradually are introducing our groups back in-person and so some will run a mixture of online and in-person sessions. Find out ore information here.

June 2022

AWARDS

LONDON FRIEND MAIN OFFICE

86 Caledonian Road
London N19DN

020 7833 1674
office@londonfriend.org.uk

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Charity number: 299307 - Company limited by guarantee (No. 1345530) - © All rights reserved - London Friend - 2020

FacebooK

Twitter

NEWS

Volunteers Week 2022

London Friend has been shortlisted for Charity of the Year in The Bank of London Rainbow Honours 2022

Joint Statement about the conversion therapy ban and Government’s LGBT conference.

Social Support Groups

PLEASE NOTE: We gradually are introducing our groups back in-person and so some will run a mixture of online and in-person sessions. Find out ore information here.

June 2022

AWARDS

LONDON FRIEND MAIN OFFICE

86 Caledonian RoadLondon N19DN

020 7833 1674office@londonfriend.org.uk

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Charity number: 299307 - Company limited by guarantee (No. 1345530) - © All rights reserved - London Friend - 2020

86 Caledonian Road
London N19DN

020 7833 1674
office@londonfriend.org.uk