Extra Information 

Our Many Hands group promotes positive physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing for people who identify as LGBTQ+ or those who are exploring their sexuality and/or gender identity and are seeking asylum, or have gained refugee status. 

We offer:

• Support with navigating LGBTQ+ specific services, resources, and community support
• Support with navigating the asylum process
•A safe space to explore wellbeing topics such as mental health, relationships, identity, self-expression, and self-care
• Activities and workshops led by trained staff and guest facilitators
• A supportive, non-judgemental environment where people can share experiences openly

Many Hands provides meaningful opportunities to:
• Connect with others who share similar lived experiences
• Reduce isolation and build supportive friendships and chosen community
• Access social events, creative workshops, skills-building sessions, and peer support
• Contribute to shaping future group themes and activities

We champion inclusion and equality by:
• Creating a safe, confidential, and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people
• Uplifting voices that may be overlooked within wider services and communities
• Ensuring equitable access to support, representation, and visibility
• Challenging discrimination, stigma, and prejudice while nurturing a strong sense of belonging

The group meets regularly for a mix of:
• Facilitated group discussions
• Peer support
• Creative and wellbeing activities
• Informative sessions with community partners, professionals, and guest speakers

All sessions are free, confidential, and shaped by the needs of the people attending.

AT SAHIR, WE:
• Provide needs led, person-centred facilitation
• Ensure sessions are safe, confidential, and supportive
• Offer one-to-one support alongside group activities
• Connect individuals to additional services such as counselling, benefits advice, housing support, sexual health