support and social groups
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trans & Non binary specific
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Here and Now
Every Tuesday | 18:00
A mutual aid support group for LGBT+ people to share their experiences with each other in a safe space and a friendly atmosphere.
LGBT Foundation: Fairbairn House (2nd Floor), 72 Sackville Street, M1 3NJ
T & Toast Youth Group
3rd Sunday of the Month | 13:30
A welcoming and safe place for trans and non-binary young people in discussions on trans-specific topics.
Beacon Centre, London Street, Salford, M6 6QT
afternoon tea
2nd & 4th Sunday of the Month | 15:30
Trans and non-binary young people and those questioning their gender aged 16-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) who live or spend time in Greater Manchester. A supportive space to meet other local LGBT+ young people, explore a wide range of activities, and be proud of who you are.
The Proud Trust Online OR 49-51 Sidney St, Manchester, M1 7HB
queer family tea
Last Thursday of the Month | 18:00
We get together. We eat. We hang out. We chat and share our successes or issues of the week no matter how small.
Partisan, Islington Mill, Oldfield Rd, M5 4DE
turtles
2nd & 4th sunday of the Month | 12:00
Trans and non-binary young people and those questioning their gender aged 13-15. A supportive space to meet other local LGBT+ young people, explore a wide range of activities, and be proud of who you are.
The Proud Trust Online OR 49-51 Sidney St, Manchester, M1 7HB
rainbow dragons
Date and Time Vary | Join the group to find out more
The Rainbow Dragons are an LGBTQIA+ group that play Dungeons & Dragons and other Role Play Games.
Online and In Person.
transfem 13-25
1st Wednesday of the Month | 18:00
The group is aimed at young trans women, trans girls, and non-binary people who were registered male at birth. There is no right way to be transfeminine and we proudly welcome people with a variety of different gender expressions, and people at different points of their trans journeys.
Online
transitions 16-25
Last Thursday of the Month | 18:00
A group for all of those between 16-25 years old who identify as trans, non binary or those questioning.
Online
16-20’s
First Thursday of the Month | 18:00
Gendered Intelligence runs a youth group for trans, non-binary, gender variant and gender questioning young people aged between 16 -20.
Online
forge
4th Wednesday of the Month | 18:30
Forge is Manchester’s social and support group for trans men, transmasculine people, and non-binary people who were assigned female at birth (AFAB).
The Proud Trust, 49-51 Sidney St, Manchester, M1 7HB
connect
1st Monday and 3rd Friday of the Month | 18:00
Connect is a relaxed and friendly social space for trans* people aged around 18-35, including people who are questioning and those with a trans* history.
LGBT Foundation: Fairbairn House (2nd Floor), 72 Sackville Street, M1 3NJ
mxer
1st Friday and Last Saturday of the Month | 18:00
Mxer is a social group for non-binary people aged 18+. This group is for non-binary people, regardless of whether you identify as trans.
The Proud Trust, 49-51 Sidney St, Manchester, M1 7HB or Online
justdothethingmcr
Date and Time Vary | Follow on Instagram
A DIY/Do It Together community/social group for trans women & transfems in Manchester to come together to get sh*t done.
Online & In Person
transbareall
1st Weekend Friday-Sunday
TBA works with the trans community, helping people accept their bodies and live more fulfilling lives. They run events to explore and discuss sex and intimacy, body positivity, and emotional wellbeing.
rainbow noir
2nd Thursday every Month | 19:00
Rainbow Noir is a social and peer support group for people of colour who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans*, Queer and/or Intersex (LGBTQI).
Mosaic Space, 2 Dale St, Northern Quarter, M1 1JW
transforum
Every Saturday | 15:30
A peer support group and discussion forum for all trans people and those in any way questioning their gender. You will be heartily welcomed as an individual or together with your partners, family or friends.
Online (Zoom)
Own Your Space: An Online Space for Neurodivergent Trans+ Adults
1st Thursday of the Month | 17:30
Own Your Space is an online social and affirming safe space for trans+ people with neuro diversity, mental health conditions and learning disabilities, bought to you by Not A Phase and The Queer Therapist.
Online (Zoom)
biphoria
First Wednesday of the Month | 19:30
First Wednesday talky space meeting is a peer support group and a rare space for bi+ people to talk about their experiences of being bi and of biphobia.
Online (Zoom)
queer friends club
2nd Friday: In Person | 18:30
4th Friday: Online | 19:00
Queer Friends Club is an alcohol-free casual speed-friending event designed to develop connections and community.
Using an informal structure, mini games, and conversational prompts the session supports queer, trans, sober, and neurodivergent folks to make connections and develop friendships.
QFC is a collaboration event between Trans Pride Manchester, Sober Gay Socials, and Queer Lit.
Queer Lit, 27 Great Ancoats St, Ancoats, M4 5AJ
Online: Google Meet