MindOut is a mental health charity run by and for lesbians, gay, bisexual, trans and queer people
MindOut works to improve the wellbeing of lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people who have lived experience of mental health issues. We run innovative community services. We promote the rights and interests of LGBTQ people. We work to end stigma towards LGBTQ mental health and stigma about mental health within LGBTQ communities. We encourage development of good mental health services for LGBTQ people and promote good mental health.
Why the community needs usLGBTQ people are more likely to have experience of mental health issues, suicidal thoughts and self harm than heterosexual people. Many LGBTQ people encounter prejudice, stigma and discrimination which compound the mental health issues they face. We provide advice, information, advocacy, casework and peer group support, working with many LGBTQ people who are socially isolated, not getting the support they need or wanting to meet others in a safe, supportive service.
Our impact on the communityPeople who use our services feel more empowered about their mental health needs, more connected to their communities, and gain improved mental wellbeing and resilience. The wider community is better informed, less prejudiced and more engaged with mental health matters as a result of our community work and campaigns. People gain and offer support to each other, learn better self management and reduce their use of other services. People are helped to gain and keep employment.
