OUT and Safe North East Project
Are you an LGBTQI+ migrant?
Living in the North East of England?
Do you need a safe and weekly drop-in?
What is the drop-in about?
The OUT and Safe North East, hosted by ReportOUT, is a welcoming and inclusive weekly drop-in designed specifically for LGBTQ+ migrants living in the North East of England. Whether you are new to the area, or have been here a while, this safe and supportive space is open to everyone from across the LGBTQ+ migrant community (whether you are working here, seeking asylum, are a refugee, or you are an international student).
Each weekly session will offer a mix of activities, advice, and support to help you settle, connect, and thrive. It’s a chance to make new friends, share experiences, and build a supportive community in a relaxed and respectful environment. From practical guidance to fun, social events and creative sessions, OUT and Safe North East is here to support your journey and celebrate who you are.
What activities are happening at the drop-in?
06/07/2026
ChillOUT
ChillOUT: an opportunity to catch up, play a variety of games & chat together.
20/07/2026
CreateOUT
CreateOUT: A wall hanging workshop using recycled materials to express creativity & individuality with Lydia Cave from Groundwork.
03/08/2026
ChillOUT
ChillOUT: an opportunity to catch up, play a variety of games & chat together.
13/07/2026
ConnectOUT
ConnectOUT: Hannah Bridgewater will be joining us to talk about the work of Host Nation, a refugee befriending service.
27/07/2026
ChatOUT
ChatOUT: a session to plan activities for next month plus a topic to discuss/debate.
10/08/2026
ConnectOUT
ConnectOUT: Session to be announced.
Photos: Teapot by Jay Huang on Unsplash; Coffee by Roland Denes on Unsplash; Wallhanging photo by Katherine Marchena on Unsplash; Game by Andrey Metelev on Unsplash; LGBTQIA pic Photo by Alexander Grey on Unsplash
What else can I do at the drop-in?
If you do not want to get involved with the weeks planned activities, we also have snooker and pool, board games and jigsaws, a sofa space to play games on the Nintendo Switch or to watch LGBTQI+ films and documentaries, or you can just read a book, or sit with a laptop, and chill. Tea and coffee are available to everyone who attends, including a warm welcome.
Things to know:
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Held at a dedicated and safe Gateshead location, which is on a direct bus route from Newcastle and Gateshead, free car parking on site, and very close to a Metro stop.
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If you are seeking asylum, we can pay for your return costs to the drop-in if you travel by public transport. You must provide a receipt or a ticket to get this returned in cash.
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We have a website and a WhatsApp community for one-way announcements which you can scan to join using this downloadable poster. Or you can email us for details using the contact us button below.
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If you are a professional and want to make a referral to the drop-in, please contact us using the button below.
