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ALT What is gaslighting? Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse and control, which involves manipulating someone to make them doubt their own version of reality. This may include saying things haven't happened, telling you you've imagined things, including the abuse, belittling you and minimising your feelings. Gaslighting is often hard to identify and can escalate over time.
ALT 1 in 10 LGBT people will experience domestic abuse. Here are some specialist services for the LGBT community:
ALT National LGBT Domestic Abuse Helpline: Supports LGBT victim-survivors of abuse and violence across the UK (Galop). Call 0800 999 5428 or email help@galop.org.uk Angels of Freedom: A community-based initiative, providing visible support for the LGBT community in the Freedom Quarter in Leeds every Friday. Visit the website for more Loving Me: Provides one-to-one support and advocacy for Trans & Non-Binary victims of domestic abuse or sexual violence aged 18 in England. Call 07902 478958 or email help@lovingme.uk
ALT Out Together: A charity uniting LGBT generations across Yorkshire, creating a vibrant community to overcome social and cultural barriers. Visit the website for more Albert Kennedy Trust: Supports LGBT aged 16-25 experiencing homelessness or a hostile living environment, ensuring they have a safe place to live. Visit the website to use their online chat Stonewall: Part of a global movement for change where LGBT are free to be themselves. It has resources and lists of services available. Visit the website for more
ALT Happy Pride Month! LDVS is proud to support everyone, regardless of their gender identity or sexuality.
ALT Picture of man smiling. Men's Health Week. 41% of men aged 20 - 59 don't seek support when they need it. Samaritans, 2019.
ALT Leeds Domestic Violence Service provides support to anyone in Leeds over 16 affected by abuse. Our Services include: 24-hour helpline & online chat, discreet drop-in service, community outreach, support groups, emergency accommodation, legal support & advocacy.
ALT Image of a person looking away with hair covering their face. Quote that reads "I think until I used this service, I didn't know what domestic violence was. It was a wake-up call around past and present relationships. My worker was amazing throughout my process." - LDVS client.
ALT Blurry image of lights in background with text overlay that reads Our Helpline is open 24hrs over the Bank Holiday weekend for support and advice. Call us anytime on 0113 246 0401.
