Helping gender-diverse kids, young people and their families since 1995
Give Trans Kids a Voice
Help us give trans and gender-diverse kids a chance to be heard and support our crowdfunder. #IfIHadAVoice
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Mermaids are proud to help young people, families, schools, local authorities and more.
About Mermaids
Mermaids is passionate about supporting children, young people, and their families to achieve a happier life in the face of great adversity.
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Kids & Young People
Find help and support, join the Mermaids community and watch videos.
Parents & Guardians
Find out how Mermaids can offer support and guidance to people caring for trans young people.
Professionals
Find out how Mermaids can offer training for schools, organisations, health professionals, public bodies and private companies.
Over 19?
We have gathered links and articles relevant to older transgender teens and young adults.
Fundraising
There’s lots of ways you can support the Mermaids charity, for ideas and practical ways you can raise money see our fundraising guide.
ETHAN: A Short Film from Mermaids
A short film produced by RAW for Mermaids. Starring 18yo Ethan who’s found his voice; with support from Mermaids and his parents, he’s more confident expressing his true self.
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text MERMAIDS to
85258
for free 24/7 crisis support all across the UK.
All texts are answered by trained volunteers with support from experienced clinical supervisors.
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