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Homophobic bullying

Homophobic bullying is when someone is bullied because of their sexuality, sometimes through nasty name calling or even violence.  It can happen in the workplace or at school and can cause permanent damage to young people, so it's important that schools and colleges take the problem seriously.

Useful contacts

  • EACHaction

    EACHaction offers extensive help to those affected by homophobic bullying, and you can phone them or find out more at their website.

  • Bullying UK

    Bullying UK gives advice and information on bullying. Very comprehensive information provided on all aspects from school strategies to individual help.

  • FFLAG - Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays

    FFLAG offers local support and contacts to help parents and families understand, accept and support their lesbian, gay and bisexual members. They also work with anti-homophobic bullying projects and community safety projects.

  • Stonewall Cymru - Education for All

    A campaign by Stonewall Cymru to highlight homophobic bullying in schools.

  • Teachernet - homophobic bullying

    A comprehensive resource for teachers dealing with many aspects of homophobic bullying in particular.

  • Stonewall Cymru

    Stonewall Cymru are an organisation committed to looking after and promoting the interests of lesbian, gay and bisexual people in Wales, and can give advice on issues such as civil partnerships and discrimination. Go to their website for more information.

  • Queer Youth Network

    The Queer Youth Network is a UK-national organisation that is run by and for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) and Queer Young People. Details of local groups in Wales, lively message boards, advice and more.

  • Equalities and Human Rights Commission in Wales

    The Equalities and Human Rights Commission in Wales helpline can give information and guidance on discrimination and human rights issues, offering a bilingual service in both Welsh and English.