LGBTQ+ History Month resources for the SEND community
February marks LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Queer) History Month in the UK. This month-long observance celebrates the lives, history and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community.
We’ve collected a list of resources and organisations at the intersection of LGBTQ+, special needs and disabilities to support schools, parents/carers and young people.
For schools
Just Like Us - The LGBT+ young people's charity
- LGBT+ History Month 2024: free assembly resources for schools (external link)
- Free LGBT+ resources for SEND schools (external link)
Please note you will need to register for an account to access the Just Like Us resources.
Stonewall organisation
For young people, adults and parents/carers
London Friend: LGBTQ+ Mental Health and Well-being Charity
London Friend is an LGBTQ+ mental health and well-being charity (external link).
- LGBTQ+ Neurodivergent Group: London Friend provides a confidential and safe space for LGBTIA+ people on the Autism/Neurodiversity Spectrum every month for anyone 18+
- Every first Saturday of the month from 1pm to 3pm and every third Monday of the month from 7pm to 9pm
- 86 Caledonian Road, London N1 9DN
No sign up required! Contact changes@londonfriend.org.uk for more information.
Ambitious about Autism
The Ambitious about Autism organisation worked closely with LGBTQ+ autistic young people to produce articles, visual stories, and resources based on their own experiences.
Stonewall organisation
Choices Support
Para Pride
ParaPride makes life more accessible for LGBTQ+ disabled people. Through events, workshops and research, they advocate for the LGBTQ+ disabled community and their allies.
General LGBTQ+ History resources
Haringey Libraries
Enjoy a selection of LGBTQ+ books, selected by Haringey Libraries. All of these books are available to borrow from your local library.
LGBTQ+ 365
Our LGBTQ+ 365 pages bring all things LGBTQ+ together in one place, from Haringey’s own history, events taking place across the borough, to projects and ways you can get involved with local organisations and networks.