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LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender)

Orkney Island Council is an inclusive organisation. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) staff, service users and young people should know we, as an organisation, will treat you with respect.

We are committed to ensuring that anyone who identifies as LGBT is treated fairly and has the same opportunities as anyone else.

For our young people who attend school in Orkney, we are aware that, if you think you may be LGBT, it can feel like you are alone and there is no support. The staff at your school will be happy to talk to you about any questions concerning sexual orientation or gender identity and will listen to you respectfully, without judgement.

Should you, your friends, or your family, wish to find out information on your own, the links to the LGBT website can help you. All links are available from the 'Related Sites' section of this page.

More pages in this section

LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender)
- LGBT Terminology

Related Sites (external websites)

Related Sites

LGBT Youth ScotlandExternal link to the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) Youth Scotland website.LGBT - Information for young peopleThis area of the website has information about: lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender identities; coming out; useful contacts; and resources.LGBT - online digital youth serviceThis is an online chat service where young people can log on and anonymously chat with youth workers about whatever is on then mind.LGBT - Information for parents and carersThis section has advice and resources – including links to support groups for parents of LGBT young people – for parents and carers of LGBT young people.LGBT - Information for professionalsHere, you can find: tools for supporting LGBT young people; LGBT Youth Scotland’s services including training, projects and networks ;the LGBT Charter of Rights and; resources.

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