Information Sheet
The LamQ+ Research Project: Understanding Lambeth’s LGBTQI+ communities in times of COVID19
Dear Lambeth resident,
We would like to invite you to take part in a questionnaire on issues that Lambeth LGBTQI+ people may be facing in the time of COVID19. Please note that this research is specifically for adults (18+ years), who identify as LGBTQI+, and who currently live anywhere within the London Borough of Lambeth. You may find taking part in this research an interesting experience for you to reflect on issues you or your communities face. If you complete the questionnaire, you can enter a prize draw with a chance to win one of four Amazon vouchers of £50 each.
Before you decide if you want to take part, please take some time to carefully read this information by clicking on the headings below:
What if I want to contact the study team to ask for further information, complain or for any other reason?
Please contact us via email: k.zervoulis@londonmet.ac.uk, or via telephone: 020 7133 5254
If, at any point while or after completing this questionnaire, you feel you are affected by any of the issues raised or any of the questions asked and you need to discuss it with a professional, please contact any of the support organisations listed below:
- The Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline: Call them on 0300 330 0630 or visit the Switchboard’s website by clicking here.
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Stonewall's website provides a list of LGBTQI+ help organisations with a focus on specific issues: Click here to visit Stonewall's website
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The Samaritans, if you would rather seek support from a general, non-LGBTQI+ specific support organisation, call them on 116 123 or visit their website by clicking here.
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London Borough of Lambeth: If you think you might be experiencing violence or abuse, confidential and specialist support is available to everyone in Lambeth. For further details please visit: London Borough of Lambeth website.
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Blackout is a collective of Black gay, bi, trans and queer-identifying men: Get in touch through their website by clicking here.
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Black Thrive addresses Black mental health inequalities in Lambeth: Black Thrive website or 0333 090 2370
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Lambeth Links is a forum for the LGBTQ+ community who live, work, socialise and study in Lambeth: Lambeth Links website
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Opening Doors London provides activities, events, information and support services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, non-binary or gender fluid (LGBTQ+) people over 50: Opening Doors London website or call 020 7239 0400
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