Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line
@switchboard.bsky.social
UK LGBTQIA+ Support Line: 10am-10pm daily 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
📱: 0800 0119 100
💬: switchboard.lgbt
📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt
🔗: linktr.ee/switchboardlgbtq
📱: 0800 0119 100
💬: switchboard.lgbt
📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt
🔗: linktr.ee/switchboardlgbtq
We are on the lookout for people to join Switchboard as Tech Volunteers. This means you won’t be answering phone calls, responding to chat messages or emails sent to us by service users, but you’ll instead be on-call to triage any technical issues faced by our Listening Volunteers.
February 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We are on the lookout for people to join Switchboard as Tech Volunteers. This means you won’t be answering phone calls, responding to chat messages or emails sent to us by service users, but you’ll instead be on-call to triage any technical issues faced by our Listening Volunteers.
Today marks the start of National HIV Testing Week. This annual campaign by HIV Prevention England and Terrence Higgins Trust aims to promote regular testing.
To book a free, quick, and confidential HIV test, please visit the link in our bio!
To book a free, quick, and confidential HIV test, please visit the link in our bio!
February 9, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Today marks the start of National HIV Testing Week. This annual campaign by HIV Prevention England and Terrence Higgins Trust aims to promote regular testing.
To book a free, quick, and confidential HIV test, please visit the link in our bio!
To book a free, quick, and confidential HIV test, please visit the link in our bio!
This LGBT+ History Month, we are proud to announce our partnership with the Premier League.
Switchboard and the Premier League are raising awareness of our free, anonymous, and confidential support line, available to anyone in the UK; 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
#TogetherWithPride
Switchboard and the Premier League are raising awareness of our free, anonymous, and confidential support line, available to anyone in the UK; 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
#TogetherWithPride
February 5, 2026 at 9:01 AM
This LGBT+ History Month, we are proud to announce our partnership with the Premier League.
Switchboard and the Premier League are raising awareness of our free, anonymous, and confidential support line, available to anyone in the UK; 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
#TogetherWithPride
Switchboard and the Premier League are raising awareness of our free, anonymous, and confidential support line, available to anyone in the UK; 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
#TogetherWithPride
Today is Time to Talk Day, founded by Mind, to prompt meaningful conversations about mental health. Please visit their website for more information, including helpful guides on how to #BraveTheBigTalk.
February 5, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Today is Time to Talk Day, founded by Mind, to prompt meaningful conversations about mental health. Please visit their website for more information, including helpful guides on how to #BraveTheBigTalk.
Join us on the 4th of March as we celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard returns to The Comedy Store! 🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
February 4, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Join us on the 4th of March as we celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard returns to The Comedy Store! 🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Switchboard's volunteers are trained to handle difficult conversations. We're here for you, whenever you may need us.
10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
📱: 0800 0119 100
💬: switchboard.lgbt
📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt
#SexualAbuse #SexualViolence #SA #Support
10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
📱: 0800 0119 100
💬: switchboard.lgbt
📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt
#SexualAbuse #SexualViolence #SA #Support
February 3, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Switchboard's volunteers are trained to handle difficult conversations. We're here for you, whenever you may need us.
10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
📱: 0800 0119 100
💬: switchboard.lgbt
📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt
#SexualAbuse #SexualViolence #SA #Support
10am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
📱: 0800 0119 100
💬: switchboard.lgbt
📧: hello@switchboard.lgbt
#SexualAbuse #SexualViolence #SA #Support
February marks LGBT+ History Month. Founded by Schools OUT in 2004, this awareness holiday provides us with the opportunity to reflect on the progress that has been made by and for the LGBTQIA+ community so far.
#LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTQ #LGBTSupport #UKHistory
#LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTQ #LGBTSupport #UKHistory
February 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM
February marks LGBT+ History Month. Founded by Schools OUT in 2004, this awareness holiday provides us with the opportunity to reflect on the progress that has been made by and for the LGBTQIA+ community so far.
#LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTQ #LGBTSupport #UKHistory
#LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTQ #LGBTSupport #UKHistory
Join us on the 4th of March at The Comedy Store, London, to celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard is returning for a second year! 🏳️🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity, and more wonderful acts to be announced soon!
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity, and more wonderful acts to be announced soon!
January 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Join us on the 4th of March at The Comedy Store, London, to celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard is returning for a second year! 🏳️🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity, and more wonderful acts to be announced soon!
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity, and more wonderful acts to be announced soon!
Switchboard is the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
Our free, anonymous, and confidential service has been available for over 50 years, and we continue to support members of our community and allies to this day.
10 AM to 10 PM, 365 days a year. Switchboard is the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
Our free, anonymous, and confidential service has been available for over 50 years, and we continue to support members of our community and allies to this day.
10 AM to 10 PM, 365 days a year. Switchboard is the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
January 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Switchboard is the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
Our free, anonymous, and confidential service has been available for over 50 years, and we continue to support members of our community and allies to this day.
10 AM to 10 PM, 365 days a year. Switchboard is the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
Our free, anonymous, and confidential service has been available for over 50 years, and we continue to support members of our community and allies to this day.
10 AM to 10 PM, 365 days a year. Switchboard is the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
Join us at The Comedy Store for our 52nd birthday comedy extravaganza. With three stellar acts already announced and more to come... Follow the link in our bio to find out more, and secure your tickets today! 🌈🎉 🩷
#ComedyInLondon #Charity #LGBT #Fundraiser
#ComedyInLondon #Charity #LGBT #Fundraiser
January 23, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Join us at The Comedy Store for our 52nd birthday comedy extravaganza. With three stellar acts already announced and more to come... Follow the link in our bio to find out more, and secure your tickets today! 🌈🎉 🩷
#ComedyInLondon #Charity #LGBT #Fundraiser
#ComedyInLondon #Charity #LGBT #Fundraiser
Join us on the 4th of March as we celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard returns to The Comedy Store! 🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
January 15, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Join us on the 4th of March as we celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard returns to The Comedy Store! 🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity!
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Want to speak to an LGBTQIA+ person about sexual health?
Perhaps you’re looking for trusted advice on safer sex practices or want to talk things through, anonymously, with someone who gets it.
Switchboard is free to contact and open every day from 10am to 10pm.
#STIAwarenessDay
Perhaps you’re looking for trusted advice on safer sex practices or want to talk things through, anonymously, with someone who gets it.
Switchboard is free to contact and open every day from 10am to 10pm.
#STIAwarenessDay
January 14, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Want to speak to an LGBTQIA+ person about sexual health?
Perhaps you’re looking for trusted advice on safer sex practices or want to talk things through, anonymously, with someone who gets it.
Switchboard is free to contact and open every day from 10am to 10pm.
#STIAwarenessDay
Perhaps you’re looking for trusted advice on safer sex practices or want to talk things through, anonymously, with someone who gets it.
Switchboard is free to contact and open every day from 10am to 10pm.
#STIAwarenessDay
Would you or your organisation like to promote the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ support service?
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
Switchboard is the free National LGBTQIA+ Support Line - here for anyone in the UK, 10am-10pm, every day.
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
Switchboard is the free National LGBTQIA+ Support Line - here for anyone in the UK, 10am-10pm, every day.
January 13, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Would you or your organisation like to promote the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ support service?
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
Switchboard is the free National LGBTQIA+ Support Line - here for anyone in the UK, 10am-10pm, every day.
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
Switchboard is the free National LGBTQIA+ Support Line - here for anyone in the UK, 10am-10pm, every day.
Ready to turn your 2026 goals into something incredible? Why not take on a half-marathon with Royal Parks this year?
Run through some of London’s most iconic green spaces, whilst supporting Switchboard, the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
#RoyalParks #LondonMarathon #LGBTQSport #Charity
Run through some of London’s most iconic green spaces, whilst supporting Switchboard, the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
#RoyalParks #LondonMarathon #LGBTQSport #Charity
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Ready to turn your 2026 goals into something incredible? Why not take on a half-marathon with Royal Parks this year?
Run through some of London’s most iconic green spaces, whilst supporting Switchboard, the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
#RoyalParks #LondonMarathon #LGBTQSport #Charity
Run through some of London’s most iconic green spaces, whilst supporting Switchboard, the UK’s LGBTQIA+ Support Line.
#RoyalParks #LondonMarathon #LGBTQSport #Charity
Join us on the 4th of March as we celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard returns to The Comedy Store! 🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity.
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity.
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
January 7, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Join us on the 4th of March as we celebrate our 52nd birthday in style as Stand Up for Switchboard returns to The Comedy Store! 🌈
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity.
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
Tickets are now available via the link in our bio, with all profits supporting the charity.
#StandUpForSwitchboard #TheComedyStore #LGBTQComedy #QueerJoy #LGBTCharity
In 2025, Switchboard handled thousands more conversations than the year before, received support that left us speechless, hosted our first-ever comedy show, welcomed more wonderful volunteers, and attended more Pride events than ever before!
December 31, 2025 at 7:00 AM
In 2025, Switchboard handled thousands more conversations than the year before, received support that left us speechless, hosted our first-ever comedy show, welcomed more wonderful volunteers, and attended more Pride events than ever before!
Would you or your organisation like to promote the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ support service?
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
December 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Would you or your organisation like to promote the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ support service?
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
We know that for some LGBTQIA+ people, the festive season can bring a mixture of emotions. For some of us, it’s a welcome pause; for others, it can feel isolating, stressful, or maybe challenging. However you feel, we want you to know that our support is available.
December 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM
We know that for some LGBTQIA+ people, the festive season can bring a mixture of emotions. For some of us, it’s a welcome pause; for others, it can feel isolating, stressful, or maybe challenging. However you feel, we want you to know that our support is available.
We would like to say a BIG “thank you” to everyone who has supported Switchboard recently by raising funds. We couldn't continue our vital work supporting the UK's LGBTQIA+ community and its allies without you.
December 23, 2025 at 10:01 AM
We would like to say a BIG “thank you” to everyone who has supported Switchboard recently by raising funds. We couldn't continue our vital work supporting the UK's LGBTQIA+ community and its allies without you.
We know that for some LGBTQIA+ people, the festive season can bring a mixture of emotions. For some of us, it’s a welcome pause; for others, it can feel isolating, stressful, or maybe challenging. However you feel, we want you to know that our support is available.
December 22, 2025 at 7:01 AM
We know that for some LGBTQIA+ people, the festive season can bring a mixture of emotions. For some of us, it’s a welcome pause; for others, it can feel isolating, stressful, or maybe challenging. However you feel, we want you to know that our support is available.
We know that for some LGBTQIA+ people, the festive season can bring a mixture of emotions. For some of us, it’s a welcome pause; for others, it can feel isolating, stressful, or maybe challenging. However you feel, we want you to know that our support is available.
December 17, 2025 at 11:50 AM
We know that for some LGBTQIA+ people, the festive season can bring a mixture of emotions. For some of us, it’s a welcome pause; for others, it can feel isolating, stressful, or maybe challenging. However you feel, we want you to know that our support is available.
Would you or your organisation like to promote the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ support service?
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
December 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Would you or your organisation like to promote the UK’s free LGBTQIA+ support service?
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
We have a variety of marketing materials available. Email admin@switchboard.lgbt to find out more!
LGBTQIA+ rights are human rights, despite the ongoing debates facing our community. This is your reminder that Switchboard is here to talk things through, without judgment, whenever and however works for you.
December 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
LGBTQIA+ rights are human rights, despite the ongoing debates facing our community. This is your reminder that Switchboard is here to talk things through, without judgment, whenever and however works for you.
Happy Pansexual Pride Day! 💗💛💙
Pansexual is a term used to describe someone who is sexually or romantically attracted to anyone, regardless of their gender.
Whether you’ve identified as LGBTQIA+ for decades or you’re just starting to come to terms with your sexuality, Switchboard is here for you.
Pansexual is a term used to describe someone who is sexually or romantically attracted to anyone, regardless of their gender.
Whether you’ve identified as LGBTQIA+ for decades or you’re just starting to come to terms with your sexuality, Switchboard is here for you.
December 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Happy Pansexual Pride Day! 💗💛💙
Pansexual is a term used to describe someone who is sexually or romantically attracted to anyone, regardless of their gender.
Whether you’ve identified as LGBTQIA+ for decades or you’re just starting to come to terms with your sexuality, Switchboard is here for you.
Pansexual is a term used to describe someone who is sexually or romantically attracted to anyone, regardless of their gender.
Whether you’ve identified as LGBTQIA+ for decades or you’re just starting to come to terms with your sexuality, Switchboard is here for you.
This International Volunteer Day, we'd like to say a massive THANK YOU to the 350 (and counting!) LGBTQIA+ volunteers who give their time, energy, and expertise to support the UK's LGBTQIA+ community via phone call, instant message, and email from 10am to 10pm, every single day.
December 5, 2025 at 11:23 AM
This International Volunteer Day, we'd like to say a massive THANK YOU to the 350 (and counting!) LGBTQIA+ volunteers who give their time, energy, and expertise to support the UK's LGBTQIA+ community via phone call, instant message, and email from 10am to 10pm, every single day.