Hey! :D Welcome to our website! PACE Youth Network is a leading provider of youth support services in London for gay, lesbian, bisexual & trans young people (and those who think they might be!) - aged 19 and under.
Our range of services are designed to be easy to contact, confidential* to access and engaging to be part of. The youth projects and weekly groups at PACE have been meeting the health and well-being needs of the LGBT Youth Community in and around London since 1997. Have a good look around our site to find out more about what we do or click to get in touch.
The London Queer Youth Group meets every Tuesday evening, 6.00 - 8.30pm, in safe surroundings just a couple of minutes walk from Caledonian Road tube, in Islington, north London. Email us for further info and/or map and directions. It's free and there's no obligation to come along every week or even stay for the whole session - it's entirely up to you. You can find out more about our weekly social/support group here.
Interact with the L.Q.Y.G Timeline for regular news, views and feedback.
If you're just 'coming out' or exploring your sexual/gender identity, it's a great way to meet new people and make new friends away from the pressures of the commercial 'gay scene'. There's no pressure to be 'out' or to 'be anything' - other than YOU. We always do our best to make sure new members feel welcome and included. Tuning up for the first time really is the hardest bit! Find out what we get up to here.
(BTW, we really DO understand you may be feeling a bit (a lot?!) nervous about coming along to the weekly group for the first time - especially if you've never accessed a project like ours before. All we can say is, there REALLY isn't anything to worry about - you are free to leave at any time. Take a deep breath and go for it!)
Get in touch to get support - It's free and totally confidential*
One 2 One Support: Easy-to-access 'no-nonsense' help & advice. Talk to us if you need help or support around: bullying and/or homophobia; coming out and sexuality; sex and relationships; safer sex and sexual health; drug and/or alcohol use; anxiety/depression or mental health worries - in fact, you can talk to us about practically anything* 'One-off' One 2 One sessions are available by appointment - you can meet with one of our specialist youth workers for up to 6 weekly sessions. If you need practical help and support to deal with life's ups and downs, it's ideal. Get in touch. Find out more here.
Youth Counselling: Free and confidential* counselling support for U19's who are exploring or questioning their sexuality and/or gender identity (LGBTQ). Our dedicated youth counsellor offers a safe space to talk privately about how you feel and help you to clarify and understand any concerns you may have. Click for further information.
Parents: Worried that your child may be 'gay'? Not sure what to say or do? We can offer help and information for parents of LGBT children and young people by phone and email - and through family support sessions at PACE. Get in touch to find out more or check out the Family Support Service on the main PACE website. Call/email us in total confidence*
Professional referrals: We accept professional referrals and enquiries on behalf of potential service users from youth workers, social workers and related health and social care professionals in and around London only. Please contact us if you need information or support for LGBT U19's you are engaged with. Click to download a referral form.
LGBT JIGSAW - Help with housing, homelessness and family conflict. LGBT Jigsaw is a one-stop-shop for young people across London who are homeless or having trouble at home. 'Jigsaw is a like passport, it allows you to access not just one but four organisations to pick and choose the support that's right for you.' Weekly drop-in: Thursdays at 2.00pm - Click for info or check out: www.lgbtjigsaw.net (A partnership project between GALOP, Stonewall Housing, The Albert Kennedy Trust and PACE for LGBT young people aged 25 and under in London only).
PACE Schools Programme - Supporting LGBT Students - and their teachers. Tailored, individual support and learning opportunities for teachers and school staff working with their LGBT students. 'LGBT School Champions' training offered to borough-specific schools, by arrangement and subject to capacity. Info here.
*Use of confidential PACE Youth Network services are subject to our confidentiality policy, safe-guarding procedures and statutory duties. Copies available on request. PACE Youth Services | © 1997-2012 | Registered Charity No. 801271
