About us

Founded in 2009, Lancashire LGBT was established with the purpose to make Lancashire a place where, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, people are safe and able to participate in all aspects of society whilst feeling a sense of pride and belonging.

Since the COVID pandemic, Lancashire LGBT has evolved into a charity with a focus on improving mental health for LGBTQ+ communities across Lancashire. “People want to get out and make new friends in a less formal setting, so all the things we do are based on evidence of need” Dr Lewis Turner, CEO of Lancashire LGBT.

In 2024, we are driven by a mission of providing support to LGBTQ+ people in Lancashire to be happier, healthier and better connected. We have a team of three full-time staff, six trustees, over ten volunteers and two gender outreach workers who are dedicated to the goal of improving mental health for the diverse LGBTQ+ communities across Lancashire.