| Absztrakt | LGBT youth groups are a vital part of our communities. While the experiences of LGBT young people
in Britain have improved significantly in recent years, youth groups continue to provide a lifeline for
those who cannot access the support, understanding or information that they need at home or at
school. For many, an LGBT youth group will be the first place they truly feel that they can be
themselves.
That in itself is no small achievement. But LGBT youth groups are, of course, so much more than
this. Together, youth workers and LGBT young people play a major role in tackling discrimination and
changing the hearts and minds of others in society. Whether running community campaigns, training
teachers or improving our public services, LGBT youth groups are an astonishing force for change.
Despite serious funding cuts threatening this work, youth groups are continuing to find ways to
thrive often through innovative partnership working. This guide shares some of that expertise and
we hope that it will give you the resources, knowledge and enthusiasm to set up or build on your
own youth services.
Stonewall is exceptionally grateful to The Proud Trust and The Kite Trust for sharing their wealth of
knowledge and expertise in the writing of this guide. I’d also like to thank those LGBT youth groups
across Britain who shared their experiences, and for the essential work that they carry out every day.
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