Social Space

A safe, social meeting. For registered Sahir service users, living in the Liverpool City Region, who are part of LGBTQ+ communities, and/or living with HIV (regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity) and allies, close friends and family members of community members.

Facilitated by Sahir staff and volunteers. Come together to connect and for support, to access information and enjoy each other’s company. With refreshments and access to out IT suite as well as visits from guest organisations

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Each weekly session will follow a rotating theme as follows:

  • 1st Weds of the month – Mental & Physical Health Hub
  • 2nd Weds of the month– Cultural / Social Awareness Session
  • 3rd Weds of the month – Wellbeing & Social Hub
  • 4th Weds of the month – Sexual Health Hub
  • 5th Weds of the month – Open Session

Extra Information

Our Social Space drop-in session 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 also for people who are living with HIV (regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity). 

We offer:

• Support with navigating LGBTQ+ and HIV specific services, resources, and community support
• 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

Social Space 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 and people who are living with HIV
• 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 services, and community resources
• Advocate for the voices of LGBTQ+ people within the wider community, health, and social care sectors