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The UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. We support all LGBT+ victims/survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, and other forms of abuse.
We're run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people. 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

P.S. We delete comments that encourage hatred or harm
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Galop's helpline is here for LGBT+ people in the UK experiencing abuse or violence, such as hate crime, domestic abuse, sexual violence, so-called “conversion therapy” or any other kind of abuse.

We're run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk
National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence. 0800 999 5428
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We know that some days can be harder than others and that processing trauma isn't always linear. It's okay to take things one day at a time.

Remember to listen to yourself and your body and acknowledge how you're feeling. Try to work with how you are, rather than how you feel you're supposed to be.
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January 29, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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Galop's National Helpline for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence is free, confidential, and run by LGBT+ people.

We're here if you need us 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk
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January 27, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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Many of the LGBT+ people we work with experience feelings of guilt or self-blame, but it's important to remember that it's never your fault if you've experienced abuse or violence.

Whether it happened recently or a long time ago, we're here.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk
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January 26, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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We have 2 exciting opportunities to join our team and make a difference for LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Therapeutic Service Administrator ⬇️
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TNBI Independent Domestic Violence Advocate ⬇️
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Therapeutic Service Administrator. We’re looking for someone thoughtful, highly organised and attentive to detail, with strong interpersonal skills and compassion, to be our new Therapeutic Service Administrator. This busy role will support our growing service and help us ensure the service is accessible, high-quality, and runs smoothly. Closing date: 10:00, 12/02/26 TNBI Independent Domestic Violence Advocate. We’re seeking someone with expertise in delivering needs-led specialist support services to be our new TNBI Independent Domestic Violence Advocate. Your work will enable TNBI people to feel supported, heard, and empowered in the face of abuse and violence, and pave the way to a safer future for our community. Closing date: 10:00, 11/02/26
January 25, 2026 at 10:54 AM
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📣 Registration is now OPEN for the Independent Hate Crime Advocate course 📣

Co-designed by 7 expert hate crime organisations, this ground-breaking course draws from the largest and most robust ‘by-and-for’ knowledge base on hate in the UK.

Secure your spot today at bit.ly/49QopAV
Course registration now open. Secure your spot for the Independent Hate Crime Advocate course and be a leader in hate crime support.
January 23, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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If you're LGBT+ and you have experienced violence or abuse, Galop is here for you.

Whether it’s speaking to one of our expert Helpline Advisors or receiving tailored one-to-one support from our trained advocates and counsellors, we're here to help.
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January 21, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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If you experience hate or you're made to feel unsafe because of your sexual orientation or gender identity, Galop's specialist team is here to help. You can talk to us for advice, support, or to discuss your options.
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January 19, 2026 at 1:53 PM
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Galop's helpline is here for LGBT+ people in the UK who have experienced abuse or violence, such as hate crime, domestic abuse, sexual violence, conversion practices or any other kind of abuse.
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January 16, 2026 at 10:45 AM
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Domestic abuse can take many forms, and it can be difficult to recognise when someone close to you is being abusive.

55% of LGBT+ people in the UK have been subjected to domestic abuse by a family member, partner, or ex-partner, according to Galop's research with YouGov.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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Conversion practices involve an ongoing pattern of multiple abusive behaviours, including physical violence, sexual abuse, verbal abuse, emotional abuse and forms of coercive control.

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What do conversion practices look like? Conversion practices, or so-called ‘conversion therapy’, include all practices that have the pre-determined intention to ‘change', ‘cure’, or suppress a person’s sexual or romantic orientation and/or gender identity. This abuse can be perpetrated by anyone, in any setting or any community. It might happen in someone’s own home, someone else’s home, or in a community, religious, or therapeutic space. It can be committed by family members, community members or groups, religious leaders or organisations, health workers, counsellors/therapists, or other practitioners within the ‘wellbeing sector’.
January 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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If you've experienced hate because of your race, religion, disability, or LGBT+ identity, CATCH can help with free practical support and advice.

CATCH is a group of charities working together to provide safe, specialist and confidential support for people in London.

💻 www.catch-hatecrime.org.uk
Catch is here so no one has to go through hate alone.
January 12, 2026 at 10:52 AM
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It can be hard for people who've experienced abuse and violence to feel safe coming forward for help. When you're LGBT+, there's often an added worry that services won't understand your LGBT+ identity or that you'll experience anti-LGBT+ prejudice.

We want you to know that you're not alone 🌈 🏳️‍⚧️
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January 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Every year, we support thousands of LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence. Your support helps us be here for those who need us, when they need us most 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

If you can, please donate to Galop at galop.org.uk/donate. Every donation makes a huge difference! 💛
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January 11, 2026 at 10:54 AM
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Whether it’s speaking to one of our expert Helpline Advisors or receiving tailored one-to-one support from our trained advocates and counsellors, our National LGBT+ Abuse and Violence Service is here to help.

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January 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Do you want to make a difference for LGBT+ people who've experienced abuse and violence? We have 2 exciting opportunities that you don't want to miss 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Children and Young People's Team Lead ⬇️
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Children's ISVA ⬇️
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Children and Young People's Team Lead. We are seeking someone with expertise in delivering needs-led support services to manage a small team of specialist young people’s advocates providing tailored support, information, and advocacy to LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence. Closing date: 10:00, 18/01/26 Children's Independent Sexual Violence Advocate. We are looking for an experienced LGBT+ practitioner to provide advocacy and support to LGBT+ survivors of sexual violence. This post will focus on working with children aged 11+ and younger adults up to 30, but may cover older adults if required. Closing date: 10:00, 18/01/26
January 8, 2026 at 2:54 PM
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Are you an LGBT+ victim or survivor of domestic abuse or sexual violence who has accessed – or tried to access – temporary or emergency accommodation in the past 3 years?

We’re looking for LGBT+ victims and survivors to take part in a 1-hour interview with Galop’s researchers ⬇️
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January 7, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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If you're LGBT+ and you have experienced abuse or violence, we're here for you 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Galop provides advice, support, and advocacy to thousands of LGBT+ people every year through our frontline services.

We're here if you need us.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk
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January 6, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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Last year, we supported around ten thousand LGBT+ people who have experienced violence and abuse. We wouldn't be able to do this without your amazing support! 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Whether you donated to support our work, visited our Pride installation, or spread the word about Galop's services - thank you! 💚
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January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Galop's National LGBT+ Abuse and Violence Helpline will be closed during the bank holiday tomorrow. If you need support, advice, or to talk to someone while we're closed, you can contact @switchboard.bsky.social or samaritans.org.

In an emergency situation, please call 999 💛
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December 31, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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For anyone who might need to hear this today 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

If you're LGBT+ and you have experienced violence or abuse, Galop is here for you.

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk
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December 29, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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Galop's National LGBT+ Abuse and Violence Helpline will be closed during the bank holidays.

If you need support, advice or to talk to someone while we're closed, you can contact @switchboard.bsky.social or samaritans.org. In an emergency situation, please call 999 💜
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December 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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We hope everyone is able to be their authentic selves over the festive period, but we know this isn't always possible 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Whether or not you change your behaviour or how you dress, please know that your identity is still valid and you're not to blame for any anti-LGBT+ abuse you experience.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Our Helpline will be closing early at 4:30 pm this afternoon, due to unforeseen circumstances. The Helpline will open at 09:15 am tomorrow, as usual.

We're really sorry for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Our Helpline will unfortunately be closed from 4:30 pm today, due to unforeseen circumstances. We will be open as usual from 09:15 am tomorrow
December 23, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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Hate can happen in any environment. It can happen on the street, online, at school, or at work.

We want all victims and survivors of hate to have access to expert, trauma-informed support. That's why we've created the UK’s first specialist hate crime advocacy course: bit.ly/4pzMUsM
Develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver expert support to communities facing hate with the UK's first Independent Hate Crime Advocate course.
December 23, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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New year, new role?

We have 3 exciting opportunities to join Galop's team and make a difference for LGBT+ people who have experienced violence and abuse.

Click through to find out more, or visit the links below to check out the full job description and apply 🌈🏳️‍⚧️
We're hiring! Head of Safeguarding. We are seeking a Head of Safeguarding with the strategic insight and professional authority to shape, oversee, and continuously strengthen our organisation’s safeguarding culture. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of safe, high-quality safeguarding processes, procedures, reporting systems across Galop. Closing date: 10:00am, 05/01/26
December 22, 2025 at 4:07 PM