Helping gender-diverse kids, young people and their families since 1995
Run for Mermaids!
Miles for Mermaids is back! This virtual event can now be taken in three distance options – 5km, 10km and 100km. All our events can be completed in one go or be broken down into several smaller chunks. And of course because they are virtual, they can be completed at a time and place to suit you.
Join the fight for trans equality!
Do you believe in supporting trans young people and their families?
Training
Empowering professionals through increased knowledge and resources, to create a LGBTQIA+ inclusive ethos.
Find the right information and support for you
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
Mermaids offers training for schools, organisations, health professionals, public bodies and private companies. Find out more here.
Fundraising
There are lots of ways you can support Mermaids! For ideas on how you can raise money, check out our fundraising guide.
Name Change Clinic
Looking for free and independent guidance on the use of deed polls to change your or your child’s name? Visit our online legal clinic in collaboration with Latham & Watkins.
Blog
From essays about trans joy to reaction to the latest news affecting trans youth, visit our blog for the stories that matter.
What should my transgender child’s school be doing to help?
Making sure your transgender child feels as supported in school as they do at home can really help when they’re transitioning. Faye, an assistant head teacher, talks about how staff training, gender neutral uniforms and putting gender identity on the curriculum can help create a safe environment for your child.
For more videos, head to our Parents Resource page
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Do you need help?
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.
Mermaids is a charity and relies on the help and support from the community.
Your donation goes directly towards helping thousands of transgender, non-binary and gender-exploring children, young people and their families.
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