bgiok is is currently closed for new submissions while I work on a new version of the website. Please see the message on the home page for more details.

However, I am still accepting link requests, which will appear on the new site once it's launched. email link requests to jason@bgiok.org.uk. Thank you.

"Where do we go from here...?"

Key: Sites for girls Sites for guys

Websites - General

www.equalitybritain.co.uk - The objective of this directory is for people from all sections of the community to find employers, education and service providers that are committed to promoting equality and diversity.
www.GSEAbroad.com - Summer Study Abroad: Global Student Experience provides study abroad programs in Europe, Australia, Argentina and the UK
www.alterheros.com - "Our goal is to eliminate prejudice and discrimination, to improve the image of homosexuals and bisexuals, and to halt homophobia so that they can feel proud to be equal members of society." (based in Canada, but lots of useful resources for all)
www.channel4.com/health/microsites/L/lgb_teens/index.html - LGB Teens. Channel 4's gay information pages.
www.puffta.co.uk - "Puffta is the UK’s leading online magazine for gay teens."
www.gayfamilysupport.com - Parents Of Gay Children - Offering support and relevant information to parents, families and friends who have gay, lesbian, bisexual and trangender loved ones.
Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays - FFLAG is dedicated to supporting parents and their gay, lesbian and bisexual sons and daughters.

www.gaysurrey.org - "If you're looking to make friends, find out news or even information on a good night out in Surrey and beyond then look no further."
www.thegyc.com - The Gay Youth Corner: "...with a magazine, member profiles, chat rooms, forums, advice, information and resources."
www.ruthinking.co.uk - Information on sex, safe sex and relationships; excellent site.

www.gayyouthuk.org.uk - "The aims of the site, is to provide as much information, support, help and advice to all gay youth within the UK. In fact, not just gay youth, but those who may be questioning their own sexuality, or who may be bisexual." (Note: the main site seems to be down for maintenance at the moment, but the forums are still live - 02/10/07)
www.connexions-direct.com - Advice on many issues facing young people.
www.pinkbooks.com
www.blagchat.org.uk - Chat room for gay, lesbian and bisexual young people.
www.mogenic.com - Australia-based, but packed with relevent information for UK readers.
http://uk.gay.com/channel/community/youth - Gay.com's youth section.
http://home.insight.rr.com/mhiser - Full of personal insights and good articles.
www.gayboysupport.nl
www.outintheuk.com - For meeting gay men.
www.gaydar.co.uk - For meeting gay men (over 18's only, some ads may contain sexual meterial).
www.thepinksofa.co.uk - For meeting gay woman.
http://gaydargirls.co.uk - For meeting gay woman (over 18's only, some ads may contain sexual meterial).
www.queeryouth.org.uk
www.gayteens.org
http://www.stonewall.org.uk - The well known national civil rights organisation, fighting for gay equality.
www.gaytimes.co.uk - The website of the magazine, with excellent gay venue listings.

Anti-bullying and homophobia

www.dfes.gov.uk/bullying - Department for Education and Skills anti-bullying pages.
www.report-it.org.uk - This is a police funded web site designed to provide you with information about Hate Crime.
www.bullying.co.uk - Bullying Online, a registered charity.

See my advice on coping with bullying here.

Homosexuality and religion

www.truthsetsfree.net - "We believe and affirm that there is a place for people of all sexual orientations in Christ’s Church."
www.alexsanchez.com/God_Box/The_God_Box_Home_Page.htm - Page about award winning Alex's book, 'The God Box' about gay teens and matters of faith.

Health and mental health

www.gmfa.org.uk - "GMFA – the gay men’s health charity.  Improving gay men’s health by increasing the control they have over their own lives."
http://depression.about.com/od/selfinjury - Self harm links.
www.lgbmind-matters.com
www.channel4.com/health
www.tht.org.uk - The Terrence Higgins Trust: HIV and AIDS and sexual health.
http://www.hivconnect.net - Social Network for HIV/AIDS Community.
www.avert.org - HIV and AIDS and sexual health.
www.talktofrank.com - Drugs advice and support.

Youth groups and regional

www.geocities.com/outcentral - Club for gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgender youths in Birmingham city centre (West Midlands area).
www.2byouth.co.uk - Support and friendship for young people in Cambridgeshire discovering their sexuality.
www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk - Youth groups in Bournemouth and Weymouth.
www.respectlgb.org - Respect: North Devon LGBU (& unsure) Youth Support Group This is a support group for young people aged 16-25. The group meets weekly in a safe, welcoming and supportive location. All contact is confidential.
www.mosaicyouth.org.uk - Harrow/Brent, North West London.
www.outzone.org - London.
www.outlinesurrey.org.uk - Woking, Surrey.
www.glyni.org.uk - Northern Ireland.
www.allsortsyouth.org.uk - Brighton and Hove.
www.lancashirefriend.org.uk
www.bpsg.org.uk - Birmingham Parents' Support Group for the Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gay men.
http://members.aol.com/gecommuni/main.htm - Gay Essex.
www.blackpoolscene.com - Blackpool Scene.

Helplines and switchboards

www.llgs.org.uk - London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard: 'We aim to provide an information, support and referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual people from all backgrounds throughout the United Kingdom.'
www.samaritans.org.uk - Call 08457 90 90 90 (UK). The Samaritans provide confidential emotional support for anyone in a crisis, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
www.childline.org.uk - Freephone 0800 1111.
www.outlinesurrey.org - 01483 727667 (Woking, Surrey).
www.switchboard.org.uk/brighton - 01273 204050, Brighton Lesbian and Gay Switchboard.
www.llgs.org.uk - 020 7837 7324, London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard.

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