Davey Shields is the creator of the MenTalkHealth podcast, a show where he talks with co-host Damien and a variety of guests about mental health issues. His openness and honesty about his own struggles, and successes, with mental health issues inspire others to similarly open up. Not only does this help the individual sharing, but … Read more
Ellis is one of the staff members here at MindOut who has been doing lots of amazing work. He helps facilitate the Trans, Non Binary, and BAME groups, as well as providing one-to-one support for clients. Recently, he has been working with Jalil, who gave us permission to share his story. ‘We have seen … Read more
We wanted to say a big thank you to one of our outstanding trustees: George Eastman. George, trustee since September 2017 & current treasurer, sat down with our volunteer social media and content writer, Kaj Jensen, to answer a few questions about being involved on the board for MindOut. Q: Have you volunteered or worked … Read more
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who can provide leadership and help us make decisions about our strategy, finances, fundraising and employees.
From Thursday 12th July the Advocacy Drop In will take place on Thursdays.
On Tuesday 3 July, the Government Equalities Office published the LGBT Action Plan: Improving the Lives of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People. action plan responds to the largest national survey of LGBT people in the world government to end conversion therapy as survey shows 2% of respondents have undergone conversion therapy, and a further … Read more
At their annual charity gala, The Gay Men’s Dance Company, led by founder Alex Scurr, raised £500 for MindOut. The group ‘offers a creative outlet; a place to express yourself in a safe and supportive environment while keeping fit, socialising and learning to dance.’ What started out as a place for people to gain more … Read more
A huge thank you to the partners of EY and Unity for fundraising a stupendous £5K for MindOut
Elaine recently shared what it has been like for her to be a lesbian, disabled, and suffer from mental health difficulties. ‘I’ve suffered from poor mental health most of my life and it’s only recently that I have had support. For years I lived a lie for fear of rejection from family and society. After … Read more
