Coronavirus (Covid-19) updates and resources We're continuing to support young people online and staff can still be contacted as normal. if you have any general enquiries please email: [email protected] We'll be continuing to be active across social media @aktcharity to share information and resources with you. We appreciate your ongoing support during these difficult times. If you are able to, please support us with a donation so we can continue our vital work. click here for the latest government advice Useful links:Shelter can help with housing and homelessness.Switchboard LGBT helpline be reached on: 0300 330 0630Galop LGBT+ anti-violence helpline can be reached on: 0800 999 5428 Samaritans can be reached any time at: 116 123 Kooth will continue to provide online mental health and wellbeing support to young people (ages 11-18) via any internet-accessible device. resources (updated regularly) Housing resources Click here for advice on private renting rights and Covid-19 Advice for people who need to access benefits if they are signed up, not already signed up and coronavirus has changed their circumstances. government updates for private renters regarding evictions Body, mind, spirit resources It’s natural to feel stressed, upset or anxious. You are not alone. Mind's information hub - mental heath and covid-19 A resource for alcohol rehab and treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic Free online courses from Open University Coronavirus and sex: advice from Terrence Higgins Trust Click here for advice on coronavirus and HIV+ Entertainment Leeds Queer Film Festival – A spreadsheet with links to watch various LGBTQ+ themes films for free. Free or fair-cost online wellness led by People of Colour, Womxn and Queer folks: (source) @omgirlalli free daily community meditation via FB + IG live or Zoom @liberatemeditation free app, specifically by and for POC @alexrodriguezyoga meditation via IG Live @edynloveslife yoga on YouTube led by plus-size instructor Edyn Jacks @staylightwithliz private breathwork, asana, meditation, vinyasa, yin and restorative sessions using Zoom or FaceTime @hyperbody abs, HIIT and aerobics videos via Vimeo @ponysweat free one hour dance aerobics video on YouTube, monthly 30 minute video sent to email subscribers, free livestream classes to those who are unable to pay @theunderbellyyoga yoga class app taught by Jessamyn Stanley @iamrachelricketts free meditations on the InsightTimer app @livinginthisqueerbody psychotherapist-led podcast about barriers to embodiment featuring interviews with queer folks @healingjustice podcast on the practice of collective healing and social change Queercare COVID-19 food networking This is a form for getting support so you can avoid going outside if you're immunocompromised, diabetic, self isolating asthmatic or elderly. London LGBTIQ+ Mutual Aid Support Organised by Outside Project for LGBTQI+ people to request support from a neighbour Mutual aid groups Mutual aid groups are being set up in different parts of the city. Search on Facebook for a group in your area. This article has links to all the groups set up so far. support akt with a donation need support? donate news Manage Cookie Preferences