A Finnish organisation offers free and anonymous rapid HIV testing, as well as consultations on sexual health. Services are available to everyone, including foreign nationals, refugees and undocumented migrants, in Finnish and English (interpretation available on request). Hivpoint also supports people living with HIV and their loved ones through self-help groups, crisis counselling and adaptation courses.
The Cultural and Social Centre in Aarhus offers a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community to meet. It provides free counselling on issues relating to identity, coming out and well-being (including psychotherapy sessions). Activities include support groups for young people (Aura), trans people (T-gruppen) and older adults, as well as the organisation of talks, communal dinners and leisure activities.
The organisation advocates for the interests of the LGBTQ+ community in Denmark and offers free social and legal counselling. The team provides guidance on family law, discrimination and navigating the healthcare system for transgender people. There are also support groups for young people and older adults, as well as interest groups, which provide a safe space for socialising.
A Danish organisation specialising in supporting LGBTQ+ asylum seekers and those with experience of being a refugee. The team provides legal advice on the asylum process and helps people prepare for their interviews with the immigration authorities. In Copenhagen and Aarhus, there are social groups where you can find a safe space to socialise, take part in activities and receive psychosocial support from people with similar experiences.
A Dutch organisation providing comprehensive support to LGBTQ+ people with refugee backgrounds and asylum seekers from Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia. Its activities include assistance with practical matters (housing, bills, document translation), job searches and navigating the social services system. The 'Spelletjesdag' project organises regular social gatherings, information sessions on life in the Netherlands and cultural events, creating a safe space for integration.
The centre brings together various LGBTQ+ initiatives in Brussels and provides a safe space for meetings, exhibitions and cultural events. The organisation serves as an information hub where people can learn about their rights and obtain contact details for specialist legal and psychological services or social services. Its activities are also aimed at supporting community projects and protecting the interests of LGBTQ+ people.
The Swiss National Association advocates for the interests of transgender people and provides free legal advice on issues such as name changes, health insurance, employment rights and protection against discrimination. The team offers peer-to-peer support, helping people at different stages of their transition and self-determination. Its activities include political advocacy, community meetings and educational projects aimed at improving the legal and social situation.
A Belgian organisation provides social, legal and psychological support to LGBTQ+ people. The team offers one-to-one counselling and assistance with issues relating to sexual health and combating discrimination or violence. The organisation also organises cultural events (festivals, film clubs), educational workshops and social groups for young people and older adults.
The organisation is based in Rome and specialises in protecting the rights of transgender people. The team offers free legal assistance, including support with legal transition procedures and protection against discrimination. Free psychological counselling, a support service and social groups for young people are also available in the safe space of the Gay Centre.
The centre in Los Angeles offers a wide range of services for LGBTQ+ people, including medical care and professional mental health support. The team provides resources for finding housing, legal advice, employment support and assistance with basic needs. The organisation also runs specialised programmes for trans people, young people, older adults and survivors of abuse.