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Directory of organisations

Support services are subject to change – please check directly with the relevant organisations. In an emergency, contact any non-governmental Belarusian organisation. The list includes public initiatives; if necessary, they can put you in contact with non-public ones.

Directory of organisations

Support services are subject to change – please check directly with the relevant organisations. In an emergency, contact any non-governmental Belarusian organisation. The list includes public initiatives; if necessary, they can put you in contact with non-public ones.

Skeiv Verden
Skeiv Verden

Skeiv Verden

A Norwegian organisation provides safe social spaces and support for LGBTQ+ people with a migrant background, including those seeking asylum. Its activities include regular meetings, mutual support groups, conversation clubs, and advice on legal and social issues in Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim.

For those abroad Norway Psychological support Inclusive med. assistance Community and events

FRI
FRI

FRI

The Norwegian organisation brings together a variety of activities for LGBTQ+ people: from choir singing and volleyball to joint hiking trips, game nights and dancing. For young people (under 30), there is a division called Skeiv Ungdom, which organises summer camps and support groups. The association also runs training programmes called Rosa kompetanse (Pink Competence) for staff in the medical and educational fields, and supports a family network for parents of LGBTQ+ children.

For those abroad Norway Community and events Information and media

MGRM
MGRM

MGRM

A Maltese organisation provides legal advice and psychological support to LGBTQ+ people. The team coordinates support groups for young people aged 13–25 and is developing a family network. The team also offers advice on sexual health and HIV, runs a library and organises community meetings.

For those abroad Malta Psychological support Legal assistance Community and events

GENDERDOC-M
GENDERDOC-M

GENDERDOC-M

The Information Centre protects the rights of the LGBTQ+ community in Moldova by providing free legal and psychological advice. The organisation coordinates a shelter for people seeking asylum, runs HIV prevention programmes and distributes protective equipment. It also runs mutual support groups for people of various ages and their parents.

For those abroad Moldova Psychological support Sexual health Legal assistance Community and events

Iniciatíva Inakosť
Iniciatíva Inakosť

Iniciatíva Inakosť

This Slovak organisation advocates for the rights of LGBTQ+ people and runs the 'inPoradňa' counselling centre, which offers free psychological, social and legal support (both online and in person). The team also coordinates the ‘In’ community space in Bratislava, which serves as a safe space for co-working, youth group meetings and leisure activities. Its work includes organising cultural events and advocating for the community’s rights.

For those abroad Slovakia Psychological support Help for trans-people Legal assistance Violence protection Community and events Information and media

Welcome To Slovakia
Welcome To Slovakia

Welcome To Slovakia

The information portal provides comprehensive guidance for people arriving in Slovakia. The website contains step-by-step guides on legalising your stay (temporary refuge, temporary residence permit), finding housing, employment, and accessing healthcare and education. The platform also contains a directory of verified organisations providing free legal, social and psychological support.

For those abroad Slovakia Information and media

Foundation for Access to Rights FAR
Foundation for Access to Rights FAR

Foundation for Access to Rights FAR

The foundation provides free legal assistance to asylum seekers, stateless people and people with migration experience in Bulgaria. The team helps draft appeals in case of status denial, represents clients in court and advises on detention issues. The organisation also develops information resources for job search and navigation of social services.

For those abroad Bulgaria Psychological support Legal assistance Violence protection Material support Community and events

Single Step
Single Step

Single Step

A charity supporting LGBTQ+ young people and their families in Bulgaria, helping them through the process of acceptance and coming out. The organisation provides free counselling (one-to-one and in groups), an anonymous online chat service for emotional support, and assistance with sexual health issues, including guidance on HIV treatment. The Steps community centre operates in Sofia — a safe space for co-working, cultural events and community gatherings.

For those abroad Bulgaria Psychological support Sexual health

TransCore
TransCore

TransCore

The association was set up to support trans people in Romania. The team runs the Q Haus community centre in Brașov, which hosts safe meet-ups and mutual support groups. The website features an online chat service offering advice on medical transition, finding a supportive medical community, and legal document updates.

For those abroad Romania Help for trans-people

MozaiQ
MozaiQ

MozaiQ

A Romanian public organisation working to develop and support the LGBTQ+ community. The organisation’s activities include advocating for equality, organising cultural and social events, and supporting diverse groups within the community. The team runs the Q Center community centre, provides resources for reporting discrimination, and maintains a map of inclusive spaces.

For those abroad Romania Community and events