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		Brighton Bandits Football Club The only LGBT football club in Brighton & Hove for both men and women. Friendly club with plenty of games and social events to get involved with. , Brighton 01273 773652 click for details


		MindOut If you are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered and have mental health concerns, MindOut offers support services to you. You can request a one-to-one confidential meeting with a lesbian or gay worker to talk through your needs with you. 51 New England Street, Brighton, BN1 4GQ 01273 666959 click for details


		Golden Handbag Awards The Golden Handbag Awards has become Brighton's very own gay Oscars, raising money for good causes and recognising people and organisations within the Brighton LGBT scene. c/o Gscene Magazine, Brighton click for details


		Brighton Gay Men's Chorus Brighton Gay Men’s Chorus provides a space where men can celebrate music, celebrate their sexuality, enjoy the fellowship of other like-minded people and contribute to the local communities which we are part of. Born in 2005, it's the first choir of its kind in Brighton & Hove and one of the best-known performing groups in the country. Today it is the UK’s largest gay male chorus outside London. Unitarian Church New Road, Brighton & Hove, BN1 1UF 07904 210 192 click for details


		Brighton LGBT Switchboard With aims to be an inclusive organisation that is able to respond to the entire LGBT community in Brighton & Hove, Switchboard offers information, support and a counselling service to lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and the trans community. 6 Bartholomews, Brighton, BN1 1HG 01273 204050 click for details


		Count me in too Researching the needs, views and experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people who live, work, socialise or use services in Brighton & Hove. University of Brighton, Brighton 01273 642377 click for details


		Stonewall While politics and community issues may seem like a distraction to partying the night away, lunching with friends or shopping for the latest designer gear, it is, nevertheless, imperative that everyone in the UK – gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or straight, makes time for an organisation such as Stonewall. Tower Building York Road, London, SE1 7NX 08000 502020 click for details


		The Claude Nicol Centre & Lawson Unit Advice and treatment for people who either have symptoms of, or believe they have been in contact with sexually transmitted infections. Also vaccinations for Hepatitis A & B. Walk In service and appointments available. Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Rd, Brighton, BN2 5BE 01273 664721 click for details


		THT South Support and services for those affected by HIV... Like us, you might well be surprised to discover just how much the lovely lot at THT South do for us here in Brighton & Hove. 61 Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AE 01273 764200 click for details


		Pride in Brighton & Hove Brighton plays host to one of the largest UK Pride events, celebrating the vibrant gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans community in the city... Following a parade through the streets of Brighton, the festivities continue on Preston Park at a ticketed festival. Third Floor, 6 Bartholemews, Brighton, BN1 1HG 01273 775939 click for details


		Sussex Police Sussex Police has long been supportive of the LGBT community in Brighton & Hove and has a dedicated team of Community Liaison Officers working closely with the general public, LGBT venues and organisations. The team operates from John Street Police Station and consists of PC Rachel Piggott and PC Rich Bridger, led by Sgt Alex Evans. John Street, Brighton, BN2 0LA 0845 607 0999 ext 50418 click for details


		The Nestle Boycott Yes... they're still at it. Nestlé have not mended their ways and continue to pretend to "protect" babies with their infant formula packaging. Join the UK's biggest boycott - it does make a difference. c/o Baby Milk Action 34 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1QY +44 1223 464420 click for details


		The Brighton AIDS Memorial Now standing 11ft tall in the New Steine Gardens is 'Tay' - the UK's first AIDS memorial sculpted by Romany Mark Bruce. New Steine Gardens, Brighton, BN2 click for details


		Actually Gay Women's Chorus This chorus aims to create a friendly atmosphere where you can come and learn some singing skills and take part in performances raising money for charity. The Chorus is open to all women over 18, LGBT and straight. , Brighton click for details


		Lunch Positive A voluntary organisation running a weekly lunch club for people with HIV. Lunch Positive offer a healthy lunch in a safe and confidential environment where diners can make friends and find peer support. The lunches are held every Friday at Dorset Gardens Methodist Church from midday til 2.30pm. For more information, visit www.lunchpositive.org , Brighton 07846 464384 click for details


		Actually Gay Men's Chorus The Actually Gay Men's Chorus was set up with the specific aim of providing a place where gay men can socialise, have fun and develop their vocal skills in a unique environment. Members benefit from the wide ranging musical experience from TV and theatreland and have the expertise at hand to develop their own talents with professional tuition. St Andrew's Church Waterloo St Hove, Brighton & Hove click for details


		IDAHO : International Day Against Homophobia It's difficult to envisage in the relatively open society in which we live in the UK, Europe and Australia, that there are an astonishing 77 countries who punish women, men and children because of their sexuality. But then, it was only in 1990 that the World Health Organisation removed homosexuality from their list of mental disorders. IDAHO - International Day Against Homophobia - exists to provoke action to end Homophobia. A number of events are planned for 17th May 2007, International Day Against Homophobia, around the world. We've listed a few here, so please do attend and show your support. ,


		The Sussex Beacon Set on the outskirts of Brighton & Hove in beautiful and tranquil landscaped grounds, this is an outstanding centre of care and support for those with HIV and AIDS. 10 Bevendean Road, Brighton, BN2 4DE 01273 694222


		BLAGSS Lesbian and gay sports society. Play or watch a huge range of sports. New members welcome. , Brighton 0845 65 BLAGS


		St John Ambulance Regency Division Providing first-line first-aid and other essential services to Brighton & beyond. Level 7, Unit E South Wing, New England House, New England Street, Brighton, BN1 4GH 01273 696969


		The Rainbow Chorus For over a decade, the Rainbow Chorus has been offering a supportive environment for its LGBT members to sing together and hone their talents and confidence. Through performance, the chorus also raises the profile of the LGBT community as well as providing top quality entertainment - and their performance biog is pretty impressive. , Brighton 01273 242418


Wilde Clinic		Gay men's sexual health clinic. Full screening and advice service. Wed 6pm - 9pm. Call to book an appointment before you go. Daytime gay-friendly drop-in clinic is also operated by the Claude Nicol Centre. Lawson Unit, Eastern Road, Brighton 01273 664722


		DiningDykes A social group for lesbians in the Brighton and South East area, DiningDykes has become a group offering a broad range of activities in addition to regular dining events. With over 400 members from a broad range of backgrounds and ages - the group is particularly popular with women in their 30s and 40s, but there are members in their 20s and 50s too! , Brighton 07934 421444


		Brighton Bothways Brighton Bothways is a brighton based organisation providing social networking for bisexual men and women. They meet regularly in coffee shops and bars, run events such as BiFest and, in the summer, picnics, BBQs and camping trips. , Brighton 07867 741025


		LGBrighton Supporting Brighton Uni's gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans communities with events, meetings and plenty of partying! Brighton University, Brighton


		The Pink Dolphin Appeal Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust are undertaking the development of a brand new Breast Unit. The organisation plans to create a welcoming space, designed to ease the anxiety and to maintain dignity during uncertain times. All breast services will be under one roof, together with special equipment. The Pink Dolphin Appeal is supporting this project, aiming to raise £1.5 million in order to ensure that the most up-to-date facilities and equipment are provided and maintained. Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust Appeals Office, Room 118 Sussex House Abbey Road, Brighton, BN2 1ES 01273 562276


		The Martlets Hospice The Martlets Hospice helps people affected by terminal and life limiting illness living in and around Brighton & Hove. Wayfield Avenue, Hove, BN3 7LW 01273 273400


		REAL City Network Ltd Real City Network is the not-for-profit organisation behind REALBrighton and GAYBrighton... we're working hard to ensure that the site is kept up to date, but we're always very happy to hear from anyone who'd like to contribute to the site... photographers, journalists, community groups... get in touch! Businesses who'd like to support the site by becoming business members are especially welcome of course! Registered Office: 36 Kensington Place, Brighton, BN1 4EJ +44 (0) 1273 679901


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