Supporting trans, non-binary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families since 1995
Support trans youth
Will you donate today and help us support trans youth and their loved ones when they need us most?
Stand up for trans health now
Every single child and young person should be able to get the care that they need to grow up happy and healthy. Write to your MP to demand trans health now, using our tool.
Apply for our Youth Advisory Panel
Mermaids’ Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) is a group of trans young people aged 16-19 who shape Mermaids’ services, campaigns and projects. By joining YAP, you’ll gain experience in advocacy, develop leadership and teamwork skills, make new friends, and help create meaningful change for trans young people.
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Children & Young People
Find help and support, join the Mermaids community and watch videos.
Families
Find out how Mermaids can offer support and guidance to loved ones of trans young people.
Professionals
Mermaids offers training for schools, organisations, health professionals, public bodies and private companies. Find out more here.
Training
We empower professionals with sessions and resources which help to create a LGBTQIA+ inclusive ethos in your workplace.
Work with us
Want to work with us and help create a world where trans young people can thrive? Take a look at our latest vacancies
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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Speak to a Member of the Mermaids team. Our support line is open Monday – Friday, 1pm – 8:30pm.
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Our support line is open Monday-Friday 1pm-8.30pm, please check back another time if the service is unavailable.
Are you in a crisis?
Do you need help?
text MERMAIDS to
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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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