Join Reading’s LGBT+ Youth Group, offering a safe place for young LGBT people to come together.
Affinity is Reading’s LGBT+ Youth Group, that runs weekly at Support U in Reading’s Town Centre Designed for ages 13 – 19, the group is a relaxed, safe space for young LGBT+ to meet each other and discuss issues which are affecting them.
You’ll meet Angela, Amy and Lorna who help look after our schools and young people. They’re not there to be a teacher, but to help if you have any questions or concerns!
We don’t lead the conversations, you do – you can talk about pretty much anything you want! You can always talk to us privately and confidentially if you prefer.
No. We put on regular activities in the session, but it’s up to you whether you’d like to take part.
No – just as long as a responsible adult knows where you are when visiting us!
Our next events are scheduled for:
Due to the effects of COVID-19 and government advice for self-isolation. We have suspended our group sessions for the time being.
We will update this page once this restriction is lifted.
Every Thursday our phone lines will stay open until 8pm. If you're feeling lonely at the moment, please call us and someone will be available to talk about how your feeling and make sure your feeling connected to someone.
Don't feel alone
Also, go online to our chat facility www.supportu.org.uk
COVID-19: The Government last night has advised no unnecessary contact. At Support U, we have decided to close the building until further notice. Please do not attend the office. If you need to contact us we are still available online, through online chat, phone call or a video chat can be arranged. We are here to talk, so keep in touch at 0118 321 9111, if you are feeling alone, please do reach out during this time. Mon-Wed 10-4pm and 10-8pm on a Thurs.
www.supportu.org.uk/contact-us/
Support U is regularly monitoring the situation regarding Covid-19, and we've decided to ensure the wellbeing and safety of our Frontline and Counselling Volunteers and clients by adjusting our working week. To combat the increase in isolation of our clients, we want to provide a late night opening time for our Helpline service. Please see changes below:
As of the Monday 23rd March, our new opening hours for telephone, video chat, online and face to face meetings will be:
Mon-Wed 10-4pm
Thursday 10-8pm
Our group sessions are not affected by these changes.
We are always looking for more volunteers, and especially during this time; if you'd like to volunteer (including remote positions) please go to our website and sign up. www.supportu.org.uk/about-us/volunteer/
Listen to our CEO on BBC Radio Berkshire From 7pm tonight with Michelle talking about our service, what we are doing for the next year and how you can help us.