who we are
We are akt, our mission is to ensure that every LGBTQ+ 16-25 year old facing homelessness or a hostile living environment has a safe place to live.
our emergency winter appeal is now open
You can get an LGBTQ+ young person off the streets this winter. We urgently need your help so we can keep up with demand for our emergency services. Please, give what you can today.
what we do
We give LGBTQ+ 16-25 year olds at risk of, or experiencing homelessness support they need to thrive. We have four offices located in London, Bristol, Manchester and Newcastle, as well as live chat to offer support across the UK.
why we do it
Coming out or being outed as LGBTQ+ can still lead to young people being made homeless. We believe that no LGBTQ+ person should be facing homelessness because of their identity.
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how we’re helping
We exist to give LGBTQ+ young people at risk of, or experiencing homelessness or a hostile living environment the support they need to thrive. Coming out or being outed as LGBTQ+ can still lead to young people being made homeless. We have four offices located in London, Bristol, Manchester and Newcastle, as well as a live chat open for support across the UK.
akt are addressing an issue often missed by many other homeless charities ... the safety of LGBTQ+ youth in their own homes.Lennox, akt service user
HOW AKT HELPED ALEX
Alex contacted akt as they were living in a hostile environment with abusive family members who were unsupportive of their gender identity. They felt trapped and desperately needed a supportive environment where they’d be able to continue their education.
you guys helped me so much so if sharing my story can show how incredible you guys are I'd be honoured to do so!Alex, akt service user
We assigned Alex an akt caseworker who helped them move into supportive housing, where they’re safe to pursue their future aspirations.
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24
%
of homeless young people
Identify as LGBTQ+.
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77
%
believe that coming out
to their parents was the main factor.
featured stories
Find out more about what we do and how our services help young LGBTQ+ people live secure, complete and meaningful lives.
hate crime awareness week
October the 14th- 21st marks Hate Crime Awareness Week. At akt, we want to promote awareness about how homophobic and transphobic hate crimes can be a leading cause of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness.
national coming out day
We want to celebrate and raise awareness about National Coming Out Day.
world homelessness day 2024
akt marked world homelessness day 2024 by attending an inspiring event organised by the manchester homelessness partnership!
