Preventing and Reducing Social Isolation Within the LGBT+ Community
Dates For Your Diary: Friday 4th October: 'Club F.O.D @' The Coach and Horses, Banbury
Photo taken at our launch at The Blagrave Arms (Reading) in May 2019
Club F.O.D is a registered charity in England and Wales (No. 1191158) that was established to prevent and reduce social isolation for LGBT+ people - one of the only LGBT+ charities in the UK to do so. We provide regular and accessible dedicated safe spaces for the LGBT+ Community. Originally established in Berkshire, we have expanded our services to:
Across the UK, many towns and cities do not have dedicated services, bars or clubs for the LGBT+ community to meet and socialise and unlike geographical isolation, social isolation experienced by LGBT+ members of society is less obvious and in many cases, is very often more challenging to escape. Sometimes isolation – and the loneliness it can lead to – can be the result of a sense of being separated from others due to society telling LGBT+ people that they are different.
Led by a small team of dedicated volunteers, we have developed distinct areas that further our charitable purpose:
As we continue to expand, we're always looking for dedicated volunteers for our projects so if you would like to get involved, visit the volunteer page!
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